Graphic Medicine Annual Conference: (Re)Connecting
July 14-16, 2022
University of Chicago Campus, Chicago, IL, USA
#GraphMed2022
Sponsored by:
Note: We will be following the University of Chicago COVID policies and procedures during the conference. Bottom line: MASKS OVER THE NOSE AND MOUTH ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED AT ALL TIMES WHILE INDOORS. Social distancing is encouraged. COVID is not over for any of us, but those who are immunocompromised are at higher risk of serious illness. As a community we can do our part to make our conference safe.
Presenters are responsible for costs associated with their session (e.g. handouts and supplies) and personal expenses (travel, hotel, and registration fees.) All presenters and attendees must register for the conference, whether remote or in-person. Disability accommodations will be made available by request email us at GMChicago22@gmail.com with details) and all venues will comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Detailed Conference Program
Subject to minor changes and updates as necessary.
Remote presentation submission info here.
LAST UPDATED 07/20/22
Plan for your trip to Chicago:
If you are planning to use public transportation in Chicago, use this site: https://www.transitchicago.com
Also, you would benefit from using this app to pay, if you are able: https://www.ventrachicago.com/app/
Campus shuttle information here.
Hyde Park and Chicago ground transportation information can be found here.
Things to do in Hyde Park – Brian’s list
Divvy Bikes & scooters in Chicago
Architecture on the campus of the University of Chicago
Things to do in Hyde Park – via Culture Trip
Get your conference merch!
How it started…
How it went…
Please direct all questions about the conference to GMChicago22@gmail.com
Is it too late? I do a senior citizen comic (and am one).
Can I attend the conference without participating?
Absolutely!
Hi,
I am Jennifer, a PhD student in the Department of English, Morgan State University, Maryland. My thesis was on Concealment and Ambiguities in Medical Discourse. I want to see how I can explore graphic comics for my dissertation. Can I attend the conference without making a presentation this year?
YES!
Oh I just viewed your reply! Somehow it didn’t come through my email. Thanks I’ll plan for next year!
Hey Jennifer! We should talk. I used comics in my dissertation!!
Okay Katie! Yes we should. Can I have your email address?
I am a grad student exploring graphic pathologies for my capstone. I would also like to attend virtually. Will more information on how to sign up be coming along in the next few months? Thank you for all you do.
Yes, absolutely! Can’t wait to see you there!
HI,
I wish to apply for a grant to attend the conference. Please could you tell me how much registration will be. I am a student. Many thanks.
Hi – we don’t have grants for the conference, but we will have sliding scale rates. Hope that helps.
Hello,
I’m eager to make plans for the conference. Do you know when you’ll be putting up more information on it?
Thanks very much!
Hi – we will be announcing the basic conference schedule, lodging details, and registration information in the next week. Thanks for your patience all!
Hi, I am a clinical psychologist and neuroscientist. I’m new to graphic medicine and love it.
I have fleshed out concept, but need help with story telling and drawing. Will there be opportunities to find collaborators? Will there be how-to workshops regarding how to turn a set of related concepts into an coherent piece?
Thank you!
Hello Heather,
I can work with you on the story telling part, if you have not found someone yet. My email address is jeume1@morgan.edu
Hi,
I’m a published cartoonist/4 time cancer negotiator with an unpublished illustrated book.
Should I come?
Thanks!
Ann
I think you would benefit very much from joining us!
Great! Thank you!
What is the deadline for registration?
The day before the conference begins.
Hi, I live in Italy, so I am 6 hours ahead of time. Will the sessions be recorded, so registered people can access them according to their convenience?
Thanks
Still working out the logistics, but that is the plan.
Hello! I am a parent of a medically complex child who has gotten interested in graphic novels that explain medical issues, and I came across this conference. We happen to live in Chicago. Are there any opportunities for a precocious 8 year old to connect if we were to come?
Hello,
I am a disabled artist working on publish a graphic memoire. I live in Kansas. Will there be opportunities to connect with attendees through the online sessions or would I benefit more from coming to your conference in person.
Thank you, Catherine
For remote attendance, we will be able to take questions from the chat during sessions, and contact information for presenters will be available.
It was a wonderful conference and I still muse a lot about it
Will post more of my drawings soon