MK Asante Jr.

MK Asante Jr. is an Associate Professor of Screenwriting and Animation in the Department of English and Language Arts at Morgan State University's College of Liberal Arts. He holds a tenured position and is recognized as a master storyteller and major creative force by CNN.

His educational background includes:

• B.A. from Lafayette College
• Studies at the University of London
• M.F.A. from the UCLA School of Theater, Film, and Television

Asante's research and creative practice centers on Creative Writing, Screenwriting, and Documentary Filmmaking, with deep engagement in African American Studies and Cultural Studies. His work consistently explores identity formation, systemic racism, urban resilience, and historical narratives through personal and communal lenses.

His publications demonstrate a trajectory from literary memoir toward cinematic adaptation, with 'Buck: A memoir' (2014) establishing foundational themes later expanded in film projects. This evolution reflects interdisciplinary movement between written and visual storytelling mediums within Black cultural production.

His accolades include:

• NAACP Image Award Finalist (2015)
• Sundance Feature Film Fellow
• Five International Film Festival Awards for '500 Years Later'
• Prize-winning documentary recognition for 'The Black Candle'

While student advising details are unavailable, Asante currently adapts 'Buck' into a feature film and produces the Snapchat TV series 'While Black,' demonstrating active industry engagement beyond academia. His work bridges scholarly practice with contemporary media platforms.