Zine Scene: Engaging Students in Power and Resistance Narratives Through Zines
Abstract
Zines, from Punk and the Riot Grrrls to contemporary zines created by people of color and the
LGBTQ+ community, are inherently intertwined with social action and countercultures seeking to
subvert and resist authority. This session will begin by examining the history of zines and how
the spirit driving their creation makes them an excellent tool for teaching and engaging students
with social justice issues. Then, it will detail how the Arts and Humanities Librarian at an
academic university has collaborated with faculty and other campus departments to facilitate
dialogues about social justice, activism, power, and resistance on campus through zine
workshops, held both in and outside the classroom. During these workshops, students interact
with zines from the Art and Architecture Library’s newly established zine archive as well as
create their own zines dedicated to social justice issues. Finally, this presentation will provide
practical advice and best practices for those interested in starting social justice zine workshops
at their own institutions.
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