Comics and Cognitive Science with OSU CCBS

The OSU Center for Cognitive and Brain Sciences puts on a event each Spring to engage the community outside of OSU. Guests are treated to a discussion by leading experts in relevant fields to analyze the cognitive science themes underlying their favorite media, films, and art. 

The program is for experts and non-experts alike. Come with in inquisitive mind!

Comics and Cognitive Science with OSU CCBS

Date/Time: March 25, 2023, 2-5:30pm
Cost: Free 
Location: The Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum 

Presenting Comics and Cognitive Science on Saturday, March 25! This free, public event fuses the expertise and interests of Dr. Neil Cohn and Mr. Chris Ware in an event that promises to be original and thought-provoking. 

Featuring:
Chris Ware, American Cartoonist
Dr. Neil Cohn, Cognitive Scientist

Comics and Cognitive Science Schedule

2-3 pm, Lucy Shelton Caswell Reading Room, Sullivant Hall 100
Guests are invited to attend an exclusive Comics Open House from 2-3 pm in the Lucy Shelton Caswell Reading Room. The Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum will feature a curated collection of comics showcasing cognition and human perception. Guests may also browse the Museum’s current exhibits.

3-5:30 pm, Jean & Charles Schulz Lecture Hall, Sullivant Hall 220
From 3-5:30 pm, guests will learn from the experts! Dr. Neil Cohn will discuss his pioneering research on the cognition of comics and language. Then, Dr. Cohn and Chris Ware will sit down for a compelling conversation about their shared passion and exciting history with comics. The audience will have numerous opportunities to ask questions to both presenters during the event. 

This event is co-hosted by the OSU Center for Cognitive and Brain Sciences and the Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum. The event is free and open to all. Registration is required to attend, and space is limited. 

Learn more about Comics and Cognitive Science.

Register here.

About the Event:

Comics and Cognitive Science is part of the Center for Cognitive and Brain Sciences’ annual CogFest programming. CogFest is a multi-day event that gathers inquisitive minds from across the Ohio State University and beyond to discuss ongoing research in the cognitive science field. Bringing together the real-life application of cognitive science, expert speakers, and current research, CogFest aims to excite experts and non-experts alike. 

Every Spring, CogFest features an event to engage the community outside of OSU. Guests are treated to a discussion by leading experts in relevant fields to analyze the cognitive science themes underlying their favorite media, films, and art. CogFest uses the real-life application of cognitive science to connect the Center with a wide-ranging audience and inspire anyone to take an interest in the field. We hope you enjoy this year’s event: Comics & Cognitive Science.