Facing my True Self: Persona and the Nature of the Soul
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By Entertainment Stew
With the help of Shin Megami Tensei Persona, we’re taking a look inside ourselves to see the true nature of the soul. Personas, the namesake of the game series and an integral part of the story, character development, and gameplay, have their birthplace in the soul. As such, the soul plays an important role not only in the series but also in philosophy. Join Entertainment Stew as we apply philosophical thought to Persona and see if our true selves really lie in the soul.
Cosplay, Anxiety, & Insecurities: Let’s Build A New Confident You!
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By LaylaAli21Cosplay
Do you deal with insecurity in cosplay? In this panel, we'll discuss how to build the courage to wear cosplay to a con, how to make friends, and how to value yourself and your creations against negative inner-monologues.
Tale of Genji: A Foundational Element of Japanese Culture
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by Zeke Changuris
Tale of Genji the Most Important Novel in Japan: The panel will be a summary and brief introduction to the Tale of Genji and the impact the 1000 year old novel has had on Japanese society. The panel will give an overview of the story of The Tale of Genji, which has been deemed as the world’s oldest novel. We will look at the impact of manners and customs, and aesthetic sensibilities, as well as the city, society, and systems that Japanese aristocrats developed a thousand years ago.
Tale of Genji: A Foundational Element of Japanese Culture
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by Zeke Changuris
Tale of Genji the Most Important Novel in Japan: The panel will be a summary and brief introduction to the Tale of Genji and the impact the 1000 year old novel has had on Japanese society. The panel will give an overview of the story of The Tale of Genji, which has been deemed as the world’s oldest novel. We will look at the impact of manners and customs, and aesthetic sensibilities, as well as the city, society, and systems that Japanese aristocrats developed a thousand years ago.
The Anthropology of Dragon Ball
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By Entertainment Stew
One of the most interesting aspects of the Dragon Ball world are the different races that Akira Toriyama created to fill this amazing setting. From the Saiyans to the Namekians to the Arlians the Dragon Ball world is teeming with a multitude of unique and fun races to explore. Join Entertainment Stew as we utilize anthropology to examine the different races in the Dragon Ball World.
History of Macross
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by Zeke Changuris
The History of Macross focuses on the 40 year old franchises chronology, plots, characters as well as discussion of the original concept.
Xie Lian’s Scrap Scavenger Hunt
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By Taylor Bardecki
This will be a Heaven Official's Blessing inspired scavenger hunt! No information about the novel/manhua/donghua is needed to participate. You will be gathered and instructed by Xie Lian on the 'scraps' he wishes you to collect, and be given a list for you to reference. You will have up till ten minutes before the panel is over to complete as many of the tasks as possible, those who complete the most tasks in that amount of time or who complete the list first in that amount of time will win a prize! You can play as a group or as an individual, but only one prize will be given per 'group.' You will also need a phone to take pictures of the scavenger hunt tasks as evidence you completed them. We hope to see you there!
Anime in the Classroom
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By Andrea Gilbert
This panel introduces the idea of incorporating anime and manga in a classroom setting. We will discuss the use of design based thinking, how to supplement lessons, and connect with students by using anime and manga as a meaningful instructional tool in the classroom.
Modeling in Cosplay with Fashion Fantasy Ciara
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By Fashion Fantasy Ciara
Looking for modeling tips and tricks while in cosplay?! Taking videos or photos while in cosplay can be challenging but it doesn’t have to be! Fashion Fantasy Ciara has a background in modeling and can help fellow cosplayers achieve their goals with this interactive panel!
Introduction to Shinto and the Kami
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by Zeke Changuris
We will look at the origins of Shinto, the kami, and the influence of Buddhism on Japan. We will high light the stories of many of the most recognizable kami and bodhisattva portrayed in anime and manga.
Introduction to Shinto and the Kami
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by Zeke Changuris
We will look at the origins of Shinto, the kami, and the influence of Buddhism on Japan. We will high light the stories of many of the most recognizable kami and bodhisattva portrayed in anime and manga.
Wigs 101
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By Lilith Convallis
Welcome to Wigs 101! Here you'll learn how to source good quality wigs, as well as how to treat, style, store, and care for them!
My Hero Academia Special Lecture: A Clash of Ideologies!
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By Entertainment Stew
In the world of My Hero Academia Heroes and Villains clash with more than just their quirks, they're driven by opposing ideologies! Whether you fight for good or revel in evil come and see what makes your opponents tick as Entertainment Stew delves into the Philosophy behind 'One for All' and 'All for One.'
A Passion for Japanese Fashion by ZipperTan
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By ZipperTan
Come dressed to impress and discover the exciting world of Japanese Fashion with your host ZipperTan, an Award-Winning Fashion and Costume Designer, as she discusses the internationally distributed Lolita Fashion magazine titled Just Below the Knee (or JBTK for short). She will also share details about her current project, The J-Fashion Crew, which will debut with a J-Fashion Show, panels by local fashion experts, and its very own boutique shopping experience. Most importantly, there will be fabulous prizes for the attendees rocking their finest J-Fashion outfits, so be prepared to strut your OOTD at the end of the panel!
Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun Panel
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By Rarity
Join Hanako and Nene Yashiro from Toilet-Bound Hanko-kun for a fun game of truth or dare, as well as interactive Q&A.