Day/Time/Room
June 18, 2026 | 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. | HUB 214
Title:Â Bring Levity by Leveraging Zines and Hands-on Publishing
Presenters:
- Allison Brown (she/her), Digital Publishing Services Manager, SUNY Geneseo
- Francis Harte, SUNY Geneseo
Description: In an time of digital exhaustion, zines offer a tactile way to express ideas, foster creativity, and build community. This workshop invites participants to explore zines as versatile tools for teaching, publishing, and personal expression. Drawing on our experience using zines both professionally and personally, presenters will demonstrate how these DIY publications can complement formal publishing programs, enliven classroom activities, and serve as a medium for self-care and reflection.
Participants will participate in brainstorming exercises, create their own mini-zines, and discuss the logistics of zines in the classroom. Along the way, we will share practical strategies for integrating zines into academic and professional contexts—whether to showcase research, encourage student engagement, or cultivate inclusive spaces for dialogue. We will also highlight the role of zines in promoting wellness and levity, offering a creative outlet that balances the demands of scholarly and professional life.
By the end of the workshop, attendees will leave with a completed zine, actionable ideas for incorporating zines into their work, and a renewed appreciation for the power of low-tech publishing to inspire connection and creativity.