Agape Latte: "Finding and Naming Your Object" with Gene Luen Yang

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image of Gene Luen Yang's comics (Dragon Hoops and Avatar) on right and left, with a cartoon image of Gene and his son in the center

Join Access, Engagement, and Success; Spirituality and Religious Life; the Cary Graphic Arts Collection; and the Catholic Newman Community at RIT for a special guest presentation on vocation, naming your identity, and faith with renowned comic book artist and MacArthur Genius Grant Fellow, Gene Luen Yang!

Author of American Born Chinese, Avatar: The Last Airbender, Boxers and Saints, the Monkey Prince, and many others, Gene will be talking with his son, Kolbe, about calling, sacred objects, and how it all fits in with what we pursue with purpose in our lives.

Join us for some reflection and lunch!


Contact
Andrew Cirillo
585-475-2137
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When and Where
October 10, 2025
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Room/Location: Bamboo Room (CPC-2610)
Who

This is an RIT Only Event

Interpreter Requested?

Yes

Topics
diversity
student experience