A PDF of the Continuing Education Form has been posted. Those interested in CE credits should print it out, and take the form to your local college to get course approvals. First, Jerry likened science fiction authors to hunters, going out into the woods to bag their prey, bringing it home slung over their shoulders. Then, he compared science fiction critics and teachers to parasites, living off those writers. That view continues today, giving fans a distorted view of academia.
Many academics also wear several hats.
Some are authors and critics as well as fans, and the academic track will cover such diverse topics as teaching SF, the state of criticism, feminism, utopian fiction, and the minority presence in science fiction literature. Eric Rabkin, from the University of Michigan, is planning one of the most exciting presentations. Bill Clemente, Peru State College. Solomon Davidoff, Bowling Green State University. Bill Ernoehazy, M.D. John Flynn, Towson University.