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The Faculty of Arts & Science invites applications for the following anticipated course offering in the Fall / Winter 2025-26 terms:
ENGL-4010: Graphic Novels (1 credit)
(Winter 2026: September 3, 2025 - December 19, 2025; Tuesday 3:10 PM - 6:10 PM ; In-Person)
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
A detailed look at book-length sequential art, this course will examine the history of comic book publishing and readership, including superhero, science-fiction, historical, and autobiographical forms, as well as various international types, such as manga or historietas. Also under consideration will be an exploration of how the terms "graphic novel," "comic book," and "popular culture" affect perceptions of the genre. How meaning is approached and understood when text and images are incorporated will be a central theme of the course.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Teaching and teaching-related responsibilities may include but are not limited to: course outline development, studio preparation and delivery inclusive of lectures, critiques, grading, mid-term evaluations and final evaluations/reviews; including responsibility for health & safety and meeting academic and curricular requirements and deadlines.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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