Penn State Altoona will present “Who Are You? A Graphic Self Portrait” on Tuesday, Sept. 27, from 12:15-1:15 p.m. in Rooms 101-103 of the Misciagna Family Center for Performing Arts. This Common Read event is presented by Susan Marie Brundage, associate teaching professor of visual arts.

At this artistic workshop, you’ll make your own short graphic memoir using card stock paper, colored pencils, markers, and your imagination. All supplies will be provided. No previous art experience is necessary.

Light refreshments will be available. If you need accessibility accommodations, please contact Laura Rotunno at ler12@psu.edu at least two weeks before the event.

About the 2022-23 Common Read Selection

"Almost American Girl," by Robin Ha, tells the coming-of-age story of 14-year-old Chuna, who moves with her mother from Seoul, Korea, to Huntsville, Alabama. “Almost American Girl” will lead the community into rich discussions of the Asian American experience, belonging, art as a means for connection, bullying, the search for identity, culture shock and immigration, and cultural expression. More information and a full list of events are available on the Common Read page.