Marvel Comics’ Bill Rosemann Brings Insight Into Comic Industry

LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 15, 2014) ― What happens behind the comics at one of the industry’s most iconic companies? How can you be the hero of your own story? Bill Rosemann, Marvel Comics’ creative director, will share insight and inspiration tonight at “Superheroes On and Off the Page” at 8 p.m. in Worsham Theater of the University of Kentucky Student Center. The event, sponsored by the UK Student Activities Board Pop Culture Committee, is free and non-ticketed.

Rosemann, who has written comics featuring superheroes including Spiderman, Captain America, Iron Man, Superman, Batman and the Avengers, seeks to help audiences realize their own abilities. His work attempts to inspire and entertain. Rosemann has experience in numerous roles within the comic industry, including project manager, marketing director, blogger and editor. “Superheroes On and Off the Page” will cover what Rosemann has learned in his 20-year career working with comics ― and how audiences can unleash the hero inside them.

“Superheroes are an integral part of pop culture, and comic books are just as important,” said Zach Johnson, SAB director of pop culture. “This is an event that we feel will empower students while giving an inside look at the comic industry.”

Students can win a Marvel prize package by describing or drawing their personal hero and explaining why in 500 words or less. Winners will be selected by Rosemann, who will announce them at the event. Entries should be sent to popculture@uksab.org by noon Tuesday.

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