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Why it’s a good time to be a part of a fandom

By Kyron Lewis, Lifestyle Writer | January 27, 2022

Content is king in this day and age. With the help of social media, creators and fans can connect more than ever. This allows for greater discussions and interactions between fans with similar interests and creates what’s usually considered a fandom. Fandoms,...

Fans remember Stan Lee’s legacy

By Parker Otto | November 14, 2018

Millions of Marvel fans heard the sad news Monday that comic book writer, editor and publisher Stan Lee died at the age of 95. He will forever be remembered as a creative genius who contrived amazing characters and a guardian angel who made numerous cameos...

NIU should give credit to comics

By Pat Quinn | March 17, 2014

As NIU restructures its gen. ed classes for students, the university should consider adding comic book classes. Between communication, English and history and foreign language courses, comic book classes could be applicable to a variety of subjects.“Captain...