Getting to Know You

Contact confirmation • Due within 48 hours • 20-30 minutes

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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

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