Asian Studies Center :: Graphic Novels Teacher Workshop

Graphic Novels Teacher Workshop

Application Deadline: May 15, 2025

Workshop Dates: July 8-9, 2025

Location: International Center 3rd Floor, Michigan State University

A workshop for teachers on teaching graphic novels about different regions of the world. Open to K-12 In-Service & Pre-Service Teachers.

The workshop will cover:

History of comics in the United States and the World
Intro to Comics Studies and Using comics in the classroom
Conversations with scholars and creators
Teaching guide and other resources for comics at Michigan State University and University of Michigan

Benefits for Participants:

Michigan K-12 teachers will receive 16 SCECHs. Upon completing the program and submitting required lesson plans, participants will receive a $500 stipend and graphic novel resources.

Organizers:

Michigan State University

African Studies Center (ASC)
Asian Studies Center (ASN)
Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies (CLACS)

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

African Studies Center (ASC)
East Asia National Resource Center (EANRC)
Center for Middle Eastern and North African Studies (CMENAS)
Center for Southeast Asian Studies (CSEAS)