Thursday, April 9, 2026

Punk Resistance: Zines and Counter-Culture Activism - Saturday, April 18 1-3pm



Come join a panel of zinesters and archivists for a conversation about punk media and resistance!

WHEN: Saturday, April 18 from 1-3pm
 
WHERE: Piano Room, Michelle Smith Performing Arts Library


Join OACES, MITH, and the UMD Libraries for an event celebrating the vibrant legacy of DC.'s punk and indie zine culture. From DIY publishing to grassroots activism, zines have long served as vehicles for marginalized voices and agents of social change. 

This panel discussion brings together scholars and creators to explore the history, cultural significance, and evolving future of zines in social justice movements. Punk Resistance invites participants to engage with the creative power of self-publishing as both community archiving and a living practice of self-expression, community-building, and dissent.

The panel consists of:

Jenna Freedman, Director of the Barnard Zine Library (Moderator)
Diya Shah, UMD WMUC Zine Co-director
Alexa Boltax, UMD WMUC Zine Co-director