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Comic Books in America: The History of Comic Books & American Society since 1938

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
7/13/26 - 8/20/26
MoWe 10a.m. – 1p.m.		 REMOTE 3 $1482 (guest students)
Date
7/13/26 - 8/20/26
Time
MoWe 10a.m. – 1p.m.
Location
REMOTE
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$1482 (guest students)

Description

In 1938 a man in a colorful costume appeared on the cover of Action Comics #1, a comic aimed at eight year old boys. Superman went on to become one of the most internationally recognized figures in the world. Since then there have been crime comics, romance comics, science fiction comics, and many other genres; in the 21st century "Graphic Novels" appear on the best seller lists and are reviewed in the nation's leading newspapers. This course will examine the history of comic books, and how they have both reflected and influenced American society across more than seven decades.

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Course Details

Session

Summer Session 2, 6 weeks

Class Dates

7/13/2026 - 8/20/2026

Location

REMOTE

Enrolled / Capacity

8 / 30

Status

Open

Instructor

Frederick Dalzell

Tuition*

* For course tuition and fees, please visit the Bursar's website.