Susan Squier
Julia Gregg Brill Professor Emerita of English and Women's Gender and Sexuality Studies at Penn State University. Co-authored the Graphic Medicine Manifesto and author of Epigenetic Landscapes, Drawing as Metaphor.
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Jan 12, 2019 • 0sec
Susan Squier 2018 Conference Keynote
Susan Squier, Julia Gregg Brill Professor Emerita, shares her insights at the Graphic Medicine conference. She discusses the evolution of graphic medicine, emphasizing collaboration and community in storytelling. Squier highlights the intersection of comics, health, and epigenetics, showcasing how visual narratives can simplify complex scientific concepts. The talk also touches on innovative projects addressing climate change and food systems, creatively merging activism with art to reshape public perceptions.
Dec 31, 2019 • 0sec
Graphic Medicine 2019 Year End Review
Susan Squier, a scholar and co-author of the Graphic Medicine Manifesto, joins to reflect on the significant graphic novels of 2019 that address complex themes of health and illness. The conversation highlights works like 'Drawing Power' and 'Lines,' focusing on emotional topics such as trauma and grief. They also discuss the upcoming release 'Menopause, a Comic Treatment,' aimed at breaking societal taboos. The duo emphasizes the role of graphic storytelling in promoting dialogue around health disparities and invites listeners to engage in this vital conversation.
