Comics and the Real World

A Superhero Tourist Guide to Minneapolis

The Minnesota city has made numerous appearances within the world of comic books, with the likes of Captain Marvel, Batman, and She-Hulk interacting with many of the region’s attractions.

Green Arrow and His Times

Green Arrow: Love Canal and Toxic Waste

In 1986, Green Arrow teamed with Batman to expose the dangers of toxic waste from a chemical plant, similar to how residents of Love Canal fought against exposure in their own community.

Popular Culture and the Classroom

Exploring Science Through Science Fiction

Barry Luokkala, a teaching professor at Carnegie Mellon University, uses science fiction to teach factual science, both in the classroom and through a paperback textbook available to the public.