Tokyo Study Abroad program Info Session on Wednesday, Nov 8 from 2 PM to 3 PM at 723 W. Maxwell (AARCC)
Students can ask more questions and gain more specific information. Interested students can apply at go.uic.edu/glas290 to be part of the rolling admissions or to learn more information.
Program Overview
This course promotes competence and appreciation of graphic narratives and moving images by examining selected superheroes from Japanese manga and anime and from American comics and movies. Students will explore the historical, socio-political, cultural, racial, and gender issues of these superheroes, following their path from creation to the modern day.
Tokyo, Japan is the ideal place to explore this topic as it is known for its animation-related establishments and heavy culture of manga-reading. Tokyo serves as an excellent location for students to visit and engage in a comparative analysis of Japanese and American superheroes and to examine how identities and the larger society are shaped by these specific forms of media.
Eligibility & Application Process
Students who meet the following eligibility criteria are invited to apply to this program:
- Have completed 1 semester (minimum of 12 credits) at UIC by the time the program begins
- Be in good standing both academically and according to UIC’s Community Standards.
To apply to the program, click the "Apply Now" button near the top of this page and login using your UIC credentials. An online application will be generated and you will need to complete a few short online questionnaires and electronically sign a few forms.
