Events

Past Event

Columbia Con — Latinos in Comics!

October 2, 2025
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Casa Hispánica, Lobby, Room 201 & Room 206

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!

This event is free and open, but we kindly ask that you register through this link. Join us in this celebration as we honor LatinX creators, our stories, and our culturas. ¡VAMOS!

Hosted by The Hispanic Institute at Columbia University, the Latinos Urbanos Book Club, and the Mu Chapter of Phi Iota Alpha, Fraternity Inc.

Contact Information

Nick J. Figueroa