Discuss “Encyclopedia Destructica, the zine years”

Students at Carnegie Mellon are sometimes happy just to sit down with a cup of coffee, but now they might pick up some interesting “reading” material along with their caffeine boost. In addition to the few minutes’ rest, students may find themselves invited to enjoy the early works of local artists. The experience comes courtesy of Encyclopedia Destructica, a creative zine that came about thanks to two CMU alumni, the self-titled “directors” of the project.

Any zine by its very nature calls out to college student sensibilities. It is produced at a low cost, which is essential for students who wish to produce the publications. More importantly, a zine tends to be cheap to buy — or free. Encyclopedia Destructica brings together the...