Comic Books, Geek Culture, and the Fandom Imaginary
Completed by Zahra AlHadad
September 11, 2026
12 hours (approximately)
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What you will learn
Define and describe the dynamics of geek culture, as well as its relationships to fandom, popular culture, and digital media
Apply critical self-reflection and close reading frameworks through analytical writing and creative expression
Engage with pop culture and fandom communities by leveraging online platforms to make connections and synthesize learning
Reflect on your personal relationship to geek culture, and how popular culture intersects with memory and nostalgia
Skills you will gain
- Category: Visual Storytelling
- Category: Diversity Awareness
- Category: Storytelling
- Category: Cultural Diversity
- Category: Liberal Arts
- Category: Critical Thinking
- Category: Media and Communications
- Category: Community Outreach
- Category: Culture
- Category: Driving engagement
- Category: Communication
- Category: Analysis
