Columbia Con: Latinos in Comics!
Date
October 2, 2025
Time
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Location
Casa Hispánica 201 + 206
612 W 116th St.
Step into the vibrant world of Columbia Con: Latinos in Comics! This one-night-only celebration during Hispanic Heritage Month brings together powerhouse LatinX voices in the comic book and graphic novel industry for an evening of conversation, cultura, and community!
What to Expect:
- Light refreshments (6:00-6:45 PM) will be served featuring Caribbean foods and drinks.
- A dynamic panel discussion (7:00–8:00 PM) featuring acclaimed LatinX creators Edgardo Miranda-Rodriguez, Elisa Féliz, and Alex Segura! Hear them share about their resilient journeys and experiences as LatinX creators, as well as their current work advocating for cultural and linguistic representation in comics, art, publishing, and storytelling! Hosted by Dr. Nick J. Figueroa.
- A mini pop-up Comic Con experience (8:00–9:00 PM) where attendees can explore different tables, browse and purchase products, and get items signed by the panelists. Guest vendors will be offering and selling comics, artwork, books, keychains, figures, and much more!
Free & open to the community!
Hosted by The Hispanic Institute at Columbia University, the Latinos Urbanos Book Club, and the Mu Chapter of Phi Iota Alpha, Fraternity Inc.
Join us in this celebration as we honor LatinX creators, our stories, and our culturas. ¡VAMOS!
