Kobina N. Yankah

Kobina N. Yankah serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Screenwriting and Animation program within Morgan State University's College of Liberal Arts, teaching since 2014 with professional expertise spanning animation, visual effects, and digital media production.

His educational foundation includes:

• M.F.A. in Animation from UCLA School of Theater, Film, and Television (graduated with honors)

Professor Yankah's research and creative work focuses on animation pipelines, video game development, broadcast visual effects, political communication strategies, and digital advertising techniques, emphasizing practical industry applications in cinematic arts education.

His distinguished professional achievements feature:

• Recipient of a National Emmy award for broadcast contributions to Turner Sports and NBA productions

At Morgan State, he integrates Emmy-winning industry experience into the SWAN curriculum while maintaining active roles in educational technology through 2U's digital advertising division.