Imagining Identity: Gender and Race in Comics

This exam investigates the construction and representation of gender and race in comics through visual and narrative techniques. Candidates will analyze how these elements shape the understanding of identity within the comic medium.

The representation of gender and race in comics has significant implications in shaping cultural perceptions and norms. Examining these dimensions helps articulate their importance in media representation and contributes to broader conversations regarding inequality and diversity.

Students will demonstrate their ability to engage in verbal analysis concerning race and gender representation within comic texts. Examinations will focus on critical comparisons and evaluations of how these identities are presented across various works.

Candidates are encouraged to be familiar with seminal works as well as contemporary examples, allowing them to engage in discussions about the evolution of identity representation within the comic medium.