Getting to Know You
Contact confirmation • Due within 48 hours • 20-30 minutes
Overview
First assignment due within 48 hours of our first session. Email your instructor with subject line format: "CLASS - SEMESTER YEAR: YOUR NAME" (example: Creating a Comic Book SP 2022: Alex Toth).
Why This Assignment Exists
For working adults: Helps instructor tailor feedback to your goals and experience level. No wrong answers—this is about understanding where you're starting from.
For portfolio builders: Lets instructor know what professional opportunities you're targeting so guidance stays relevant to your career path.
Questions to Answer
Email these answers to your instructor
- What do you hope to get out of this class?
- What is your experience with comics? Include examples or websites if you've made or written about them.
- Is your primary interest creating, teaching, or analyzing comics?
- What is your major and/or career?
- How did you hear about this class?
- What type of stories are you most interested in telling?
- What comics do you enjoy reading?
- Who are your favorite creators?
- Are you involved in any comics-related groups or activities?
- Anything else about yourself you want to share
Requirements
- Due: Within 48 hours of first session
- Format: Email to instructor
- Subject line: CLASS - SEMESTER YEAR: YOUR NAME
- Content: Answers to all 10 questions
Tips
- Be honest: There are no wrong answers
- Be specific: "I want to make horror comics" is more useful than "I like comics"
- Include links: If you have existing work, share it
Related Resources
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