A new exhibition at a Mississippi arts and cultural center explores the work of UC Riverside professor John Jennings in centering Black characters in graphic novels. “John Jennings: Build Your World,” an immersive display of four of Jennings’ projects, opened June 20 at the Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience, or...

A little-known comic book character considered one of the first Black superheroes is getting a revival by a team of artists including UC Riverside professor John Jennings. Jennings, a professor of media and cultural studies and an award-winning graphic novelist, is one of the creators behind “The Adventures of Lion...

Graphic novelist John Jennings has become well-versed with novelist Octavia Butler’s dystopian worlds with two previous award-winning adaptations. The latest project by the illustrator and his creative partners hits close to the current state of the world. The hardcover graphic novel “Parable of the Talents,” adapting Butler’s Nebula Award-winning 1998...

The lab aims to democratize virtual reality while also providing students new opportunities in the burgeoning digital media industry.

Nalo Hopkinson and John Jennings to discuss their recent graphic novels and the importance of black speculative fiction at June 25 event

State and federal officials are asking Americans to stay home during the COVID-19 pandemic. So is it possible to find an entertaining activity that provides a small respite from our larger societal worries? Derek Burrill, associate professor of media and cultural studies at UC Riverside, has created a list of...

Class based on the Oscar-nominated film will see students map out their own versions of the “sunken place” in lieu of a final exam