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==Some Facts About the 1994 Convention==
*There were approximately 70 dealers in the dealers room and 25 room dealers.
*There were over 90 premiering zines
* The second annual "Tea for Tarrant" was held.
* From a flyer: "At all times, we'd like to emphasize that Lori & Gordon are the official spokespeople for MediaWest*Con, & if you are in any doubt about any aspect of the convention, please contact us first (not last!). With that said, [there is a] list of staffers who can help you directly with the aspects of the convention they are coordinating. [They are] staffers you may need or want to contact prior to progress report publication, & before the convention. Our many other official & semi-official staffers who work behind-the-scenes before & during (& after) the convention will be properly acknowledged in the program book, but in general, unless listed in the progress reports, don't expect to be contacted by the average member before the convention, nor should they need to be."
 
*The convention organizers Gordon Carleton and Lori Carleton obtain their first convention email address on AOL.
* From a flyer: "Attending memberships are $50 if postmarked through 12/31/93; $55 thereafter until either membership limits are reached, or 5/16/94, after which no further attending memberships will be sold. We sold over 500 Attending memberships before the end of MediaWest*Con 13! NO MEMBERSHIPS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR. Supporting memberships are $8. All gofers & non-attending members (including non-attending art show participants) must be supporting members — gofers will receive partial membership refunds after they fulfill their work obligations at the convention. Apocryphal memberships are $1. We must have your legal names for our files, but will list your membership under any name you wish. [snipped] You must have a valid MediaWest*Con 14 membership number to reserve a room at the host hotel THE HOST HOTEL MAY ALREADY BE FULL, BUT WE ARE NEGOTIATING WiTH SURROUNDING HOTELS TO SERVE AS OFFICIAL OVERFLOW ACCOMMODATIONS, AND FURTHER INFORMATION WILL BE IN THE PROGRESS REPORTS. The Holiday Inn South boasts 500 guest rooms/suites with first run in-room movies, remote control cable TV, in-room refrigerators, complimentary lighted parking for 1,000 cars, AM/FM clock radio, in- room coffee makers, complimentary USA TODAY (Monday-Friday), indoor pool & sundeck, whirlpool, game room, exercise room, full-service restaurant (& room service), gift shop, complimentary airport transportation, roll-aways, cribs, same day laundry & dry (Monday-Friday), irons & ironing boards available, & 26,000 square feet of fully equipped meeting space that is certified barrier-free!"
*The advertising section in the program book announced that Gordon Carleton "has designed a series of fannish "wallpaper" for Windows PC users in the form of small bitmap (.BMP) Images designed to be tiled (repeated to form a pattern), representing a number of fandoms. Send SASE for details."
* From the program book: "Anyone: who accesses any of the electronic bulletin boards is asked to send Media West*Con copies of anything referring to the convention that appears on the nets. Since we do not subscribe to GEnie, CompuServe or Prodigy, we have no idea what rumors might be swirling through those services, and we appreciate any help in tracking down comments. etc., as well as the opportunity to "set the record straight on a timely basis."
*Mailboxes Etc was onsite to offer fans a fanzine shipping service: "Buy too many 'zines to carry home? Need to ship boxes of merchandise home because the airline won't let you on the plane with tons of baggage?"
* From the program book: "Gordon has designed a series of fannish "wallpaper" for Windows PC users, in the form of small bitmap (.BMP) images designed to be tiled (repeated to form a pattern), representing a number of fandoms. Why look at hardware or software advertising on your PC when you can replace it with symbols of your own fannish interests? Send a legal-size SASE for info." (It is unknown if there was a fee charged for this fanwork.)
* There were ads in the porgram book for: Star Trek Welcommittee, Friscon 1994, "LeapLine" ("317-SAM-0808, Scott & Dean news too!"), Weekend in the Country #7, IndyLeap 94, and various zine ads in the program book.
*At the back of the program book was an announcement of the new room reservation system that would go into effect in 1995: "This system was set up after long discussions with the Holiday Inn South after we received many complaints that people were shut out last year before they had a chance to even attempt to reserve a room at the Holiday Inn South. To date, we have received complaints from approximately 25 people who do not like the new system. Give it a try for 1995, and we are open to suggestions on how to handle room reservation requests at the hotel for future years. For those who wonder, we have always determined MediaWest*Con's location based on the amount of function space. The Holiday Inn South is the largest hotel in Lansing, and also has the largest number of nearby hotels. Because we live in Lansing, we do not anticipate moving MediaWest*Con outside the area. There are facilities with more function space, but they are more limited In terms of immediately available hotel guest rooms."
*Orion Press one of the largest Star Trek fanzine publishers dropped out of the FanQ Awards. Five years later the Orion Press noted in a post to alt.startrek.creative that: "We simply ignore the award, much like we do the convention itself."Orion press publisher's post in Fan Q Awards and an ASC writer dated February 7, 1999.
*from the second Progress Report: "Mary Bloemker is thinking of putting together a small e-mail address book for MediaWestCon If it's kept small enough, she envisions it as a freebie handout at the con. If you're interested in being listed, please send your (real) first name, your (real) last name, your mailing address (optional), your telephone number (optional), your e-mail address(es), and 200 words or less on who you are/what you do/what you publish/your fannish resume to: America Online: [address removed], or GEnie: [address removed], or Internet: [address removed]/"
* from the post-con report: "Those of you who read your Program Books know we offered a prize to the first person to turn in the correct identities of each character (and the fandoms their costumes represent) as pictured on the Program Book cover. For those of you who wanted to know the official answer, here it is: Mighty Mouse/Batman, Pink Panther/Dr. Who, Mickey Mouse/Star Wars, Roger & Jessica Rabbit/U.N.C.L.E., Bullwinkle/Northern Exposure, Little Mermaid/SeaQuest, Michigan J. Frog, Gertie the Dinosaur/Jurassic Park, Pinocchio/ST:TNG, Woody Woodpecker, Mr. Magoo/Alien Nation, Fred Flintstone/Star Trek (TOS), Betty Boop/NYPD Blue, Minnie Mouse/Star Wars. No, we didn't say they all represented fandoms. Kudos to whoever thought Woody Woodpecker was a "wood vampire," and suggested Michigan J. Frog was the DNA donor for Jurassic Park; wish we'd thought of it! Blankman T's were awarded."
==Fan Q Awards==
For specifics, see 1994 Fan Q Awards.
==Skit==
Saturday night skits included "The Naked 'Toon'" by Cathie Whitehead, and "Shakespeare At The Con" as adapted by Ken Keisel.
"We apologize for the delays due to costuming problems. The playswere also carried on the hotel's closed circuit channel, for those of you who weren't taping the last episode of ST:TNG."
==Fan Fund==
The winner of the Fan Fund was Linda Shadle. Other candidates were 
*Johanna Botton -Johanna is a long-time fan, editor of a number of fanzines, writer, and artist. She currently resides in Florida. 
* Ryan Effner - Ryan {formerly Bryan} was a faithful attender of Media WestCons {frequently helping with entertainment as one member of Bruce, Bruce, and Bruce} until he moved west and disappeared into Hollywood. 
*Dorothee Koch - Doro is a German fan who just became aware of fandom thanks to the Internet. She attended Stanford University in the U.S., but only learned about fandom and fanzines recently. 
* Linda Shadle -Linda is active in many different fandoms, in many different ways. She was a regular attendee of Media West Cons since the '70s, but has had several problems this year, including several burglaries at her new residence. This may be her first year unable to attend Media West.
==Party Suite and Other Gatherings==
There was a Real Ghostbusters party, a Starsky and Hutch party, aWiseguy party, and others. 
On Saturday, the members of Virgule-L mailing lists hosted a joint room party with the Strange Bedfellows APA.
There was also a full-page ad in the program book for "A Party with Chris Potter (Peter Caine), a private party sponsored by Toronto Trek in which the actor would be present to sign his autograph. Tickets were $20, fans had to have a membership to Toronto Trek VIII, 150 tickets were available. There would be a cash bar.
The authors of The Terranova Situation had a party: "Frank McPike, Vinnie Terranova and Roger Lococco cordially invite you to attend a Bachelor Shower to celebrate their upcoming Commitment Ceremony, Saturday night at 7:30. (Please, no gifts.)"
*FRIDAY - Captain Picard's Guide To Celestial Mythology (Star Trek Next Generation 'zine): 7-10PM
==Masquerade Awards==
Seth Bonder, Winston Howlett and Roberta Rogow were Masquerade judges. 
The awards were: 
* Honorable Mention in Workmanship (Beading): "Lady Nadia," by Melody Womack
*Best All Around Workmanship: "Dinner Is Served," by Mary Jean Holmes
*Honorable Mention -- The Callahan's Crosstime Saloon Award
*For the Most Ghodawful Pun: "Anomaly," by David & Cindy Manship, Barry Marlaw, and Kim Dyer 
*Best Historical Recreation: "1893 Ball Gown," by Karen Pauli
*Best TV/Film Recreation: "The Crow," by Wolf and Laura and Shelley
*Best In Show: "Sister Scrvalon's Traveling Salvation Show," by Connie Olberding, Tina Fisher, Martynn, Connie Edwards, Bruce Hubert, Ann Wortham
==Door Decoration Awards==
 
X-Files fans wrote about an X-file themed door decoration: "It had a whole bunch of headlines from the Weekly World News and the Sun about aliens and vampires and such, and a glowing X, like the title from the series. It was cool!"Letter from a fan in X-Talk issue #1 dated Sept 1994.
* Best In Show: "Reichenbach Falls", Room 569 
* Enforcement
** 1st Place: "Ask For Caine," Room 249
**2nd Place: "S&H--A Love Story," Room 304 
**3rd Place: "Justice," Room 267
* Science Fiction/Fantasy
**1st Place: "S.S.R.N. Seaview," Room 434
**2nd Place: "X-Files," Room 514
**3rd Place: "Animaniacs W ater Tower," Room 567
* Media Personality
**1st Place: "Your Brain On Ford," Room 226 
**2nd Place: "2 Hunks On A Door," Room 318 
**3rd Place: "All Men Are Not Equal," Room 504
==Art Show and Auction==
Art show winners were selected by popular vote.
 
At the art auction a Highlander drawing sold for over $600. Karen Eaton sold some cartoons and Suzan Lovett's MUNCLE piece went for over $400.
From the post-con report: 
Another fan's comments: 
Winners:
* SCIENCE FICTION (tie): New Kids In The Quadrant -James Wappel & In The Beginning - Joni Wagner
* FANTASY: Robin or Sherwood - Warren Oddsson 
* DETECTIVE(tie): Dragon & Tiger- Barbara Fister-Liltz & Steele Yours - Joni Wagner
* SECRET AGENT: Days Of Their Lives - Suzan Lovett (MUNCLE)
* ANIMATION: Their Names Are Bruce & Dick - Larry DeSouza 
* HUMOR: Cutting Humor - Leah Rosenthal
* 3-D (tie): Time Warp - Kate Nuernberg & Chess, Anyone? - Preston Gustine
*FABRIC: David - Carol M. Jones
*WESTERN: All For One - Kate Nuernberg 
*HORROR: Time To Play - Frank Liltz
*PORTRAIT (tie): Knightfall - Frank Liltz & La Famille - Barbara Fister-Liltz
*CRITTER: Tight Fit - Jesse McClain 
* BEST IN SHOW(tie): The Highlanders - Warren Oddsson & Trinity- Barbara Fister-Liltz
*MUG SHOTS/FAVORITE THOUGHT: I Don't Drink...Blood - Barbara Fister-Liltz
*MUG SHOTS/SICKEST MIND: Tiny Little Tea Leaves - Leah Rosenthal
* MUG SHOTS/FAVORITE NOSTALGIC: Dragon Flagon -- Scott Rosema
==Vid Show==
 
From the Program Book: 
From the 1994 Post-Con Progress Report
==Programming==
===Friday===
* Stephen J. Cannell series: Is there more going on here than just car chases and catchy music? Discussion group.
* Buddy shows: Can partners from two different backgrounds build a trusting relationship? D. Hicks, C. Rancourt
* Role playing : Why are all you people dressing up when it isn't even Hallowe'en? T. Cason, P. Grant
* Horror: Why do we love to be frightened and/or grossed out? J. Hoffman, H. Nachman, D. Rojano
* Babylon 5: Can it avoid the inevitable comparison to Star Trek? G. Blog, M. Espenshade, J. Gold, K. Keisel, Martynn
* Writing: Is it possible to collaborate and still remain friends? B. Cope, J. Evans, M. Urhausen, C. Walker
* Alien Nation: Have the novels helped regenerate the fandom? T. Bogolub, J. Cassell, J. Fennick, S. Hovde
* Theatrical combat: Using swords, rapiers and other sharp instruments without hurting your opponent. The Ring of Steel.
* Lethal Weapon: Can the fandom survive without another sequel? Discussion group.
* Star Wars: Darth Vader - Man or machine? T. Bentrup, D. Hoyt, M. Schuller, V. Wilson 
* Writing: How much research should I do so I sound like I know what I'm talking about without inundating my reader with too much detail? F. Driver, D. Hicks, K. Parker, S. Wisdom
* Star Trek: Deep Space: Has Michael Pillar stayed true to Gene Roddenberry's vision? J. Monis, P. Poole, L. Sandler, A. Smith, B. Storey
* Theatrical combat: An open workshop. The Ring of Steel
* The Professionals: Is this fandom episode-based or fanfic-based? M. Brin, G. Rsher, S. Powell.
* Phantom of the Opera: Why did this particular play spark such a dedicated fandom? G. Rtts, J. Mergenhagen, H. Nachman, R. Schindler, L. Thomas
* Quantum Leap: In a series based on changing history, can they say Sam "never" returned home? B. Cope, G. Himes, T. Librande, D. McLevy, K. Norquest
* Art: How do I overcome the problems unique to erotic art? T. Cason
* "Young stuff": What is it about these stud puppies that we find so appealing? S. Garinger, D. Meinking, H. Nachman, M. Urhausen
* Odd couples: Why do we fall for not quite human heroes? H. Commodore, S. Himmanen, S. Kaminsky, G. Kapmanis, E. Landman
* Highlander: What ultimate effect will the Watchers have on the Immortals? G. Blog, J. Mergenhagen, l. Savignano, R. Schindler, C. Schlein
* Computers: Will the wide spread use of computer networks have an adverse effect on fandom? J. Littrell, M. Micklin, S. Moore, C. Reed, K. Yost
* Kung Fu: The Legend Continues A: How does Caine's philosophy fit into the 1990's? T. Blaas, J. Kelley, A. Smith
* X-Files: Is this more than just "The F.B.I." meets "The Twilight Zone"? E. Dickenson, J. Hoffman, K. Keisel, Martynn, C. Rancourt
* Editing: How much is too much, or when does it stop being editing and become rewriting? C. du Veritas, K. Parker, S. Powell, J. Yasner
* Slash: How can you rationalize your favorite hero in a slash relationship without conceding he must be gay or bisexual, or is there room in slash fandom for homophobia? B. Cope, D. Rsher, S. Garinger, D. Hicks, A. Teitelbaum
* Legends: Does media preserve the intended spirit of the original concept? J. Littrell, l. Mangan
* Last of the Mohicans: Is it more than just a period piece? J. Casselbury, S. Magee, R. Stuemke 
* Lovejoy: Is he a divvie or a charlatan? J. DeVore, G. FISher, C. Getrost, S. Smith
* Editing: How can I preserve the integrity of my zine without scaring off my writers? J. Evans, S. Garrett, J. Kelley, C. Rancourt
* Wiseguy: Why has this series generated predominantly slash fanfic? C. du Veritas, D. Rsher, A. Teitelbaum, L. Thomas
* Forever Knight: What separates this series from other vampire incarnations? V. Clark, J. Hoffman, D. Meinking, S. Powell, L. Savignano
* Northern Exposure: Can these people be for real? M. Srin, G. Himes, S. Hovde, S. Kaminsky, J. Mailander
* Sandbaggers: How would these characters handle today's political changes? Discussion group.
* Writing: I have a great idea for a fan story, but how do I get started? T. Bogolub, S. Moore, J. Webster, A. Wortham
* Sidekicks: Where would our hero be without the help of his faithful companion? T. Casselbury, S. Ranagan, S. Smith 
* Computers: Cyberspace and the information super highway. Discussion group.
* Bonkers for honkers: Men with big noses and the women who love them. Discussion group.
* Actors vs. their characters: Following an actor from one project to the next, or just how dedicated are you? F. Driver, T. Ubrande, M. Schmidt, H.Stanislow 
* Kids in fandom: Can we teach them fandom is normal despite the "bad press"? Discussion group.
* Star Wars: Has the fandom remained true to the original trilogy? Z. Florian, J. Webster, V. Wilson, J. Yuenger
* Writing: Is it possible to write a romantic story without sex? A. Dodson, J. Hindman, J. Mailander, R. Stein 
* Rat Patrol: Why it's still going strong after 28 years. L. Carr, J. Gold, Susan Hall, D. Laymon, M. Plait 
* Silliness in fandom: Why it's important to make fun of the shows you love and how to deal with fans who have no sense of humor. J. Fennick, J. Kelley, M. Macomber
* Feminism: Can you have a strong female character without it turning into a "Mary Sue"? J. Evans, A. Masters, K. Norquest, L. Savignano, J. Yasner 
* Canadian TV: Discussion group
* Kids in fandom: How to protect your kids from "adult" themes, or why aren't there any G-rated cons anymore? Discussion group.
* Partnerships: Where are they now, and would they still be partners today? Discussion group.
* Beauty & the Beast: Did the consummation of Vincent and Catherine's love alter the romantic feel of the series? T. Blass, T. Bogolub, T. Cason, C. du Veritas
* Nightly filk fest.
* Military series: Is there more going on here than just patriotic flag waving? Discussion group.
* Moody Blues: An alternate religion or just some singers in a rock and roll band? R. Dickin, P. Feldman. S. Powell
* Costuming: Is there more to it than just putting together the right look? J. Kelley, C. Keogh, K. Norquest, M. Womack
* Aging in fandom A: Menopause: Is it me, or is it hot in here? Discussion group.
* Violence on TV: Is it the danger that many would have us believe? Discussion group.
* Star Trek: The Next Generation: Why has the adult fanfic been almost exclusively straight? H. Beck, S. Powell, L. Sandler, S. Smith
* Male bonding: What is it about two guys "bonding" that intrigues us? Discussion group.
* Dark Justice: The discussion group. Discussion group.
* Aging in fandom: Shrinking typeface, or, funny, zines haven't always been this hard to read, and other concerns as fans reach 40 and beyond. Discussion group.
* Smut: What is the appeal of adult fanfic. or why do we love to carry the universe further than it was intended to go? H. Beck, T. Bogolub. T. Cason, J. Fennick 
* Alien: Did the fandom die with Ripley? Discussion group.
* Extraterrestrials: Do media portrayals of evil aliens really prejudice public opinion? Discussion group.
* Vampires: Are they menacing predators or misunderstood victims? H. Beck, T. Cason, J. Cassell, M. McKinnon, H. Stanislow
===Saturday===
* Photography: TV photos, or how can the right camera setting give you photos of your favorite fandom? J. Enright, M. Schmidt
* Annual Blood Drive.
* Alien Nation: Have the novels heiped regenerate the fandom? U. Boyle, T. Cason, M. Espenshade, Susan Hall
* Writing: How much research should I do so I sound like I know what I'm talking about without inundating my reader with too much detail? M. Brin, G. Flits, J. Morris, C. Rancourt, J. Yasner
* Going "pro": How can I use the skills I learned in fandom to further my career or start my own business? H. Commodore, A. Masters , L. Sandier, L. Stephens 
* Star Wars: Are the novels and comics canon? Discussion group
* Brisco County Jr.: More than just another western? B. Cope, J. Hoffman, H. Nachman, K. Norquest, A. Smith
* Syndicated series: Is it possible to build a fandom on a series that has no "regular" time slot? G. Blog, J. Evans, S. Aanagan, C. Schlein
* Quantum Leap: IIf Sam could leap home, would he? M.J. Frank, S. Hall, S. Wisdom
* Writing: Is it possible to write a romantic story without sex? K. Agel, S. Powell, R. Stuemke, M. Urhausen
* Hurt/comfort: Why are we still bashing the ones we love? B. Franjevik, D. Meinking, C. Rancourt, A. Schindler
* Kiefer Sutherland and Lou Diamond Phillips: A fandom based on the actors multiple roles. TM Alexander, [April Valentine], S. Garinger, L. Johnson
* Forever Knight: What separates this series from other vampire incarnations? J. Cassell, C. du Veritas, J. Mergenhagen, H. Nachman, B. Storey
* Sea Quest DSV: Is this more than just Star Trek underwater? L. Carr, P. Rood, J. Gold, N. Hildebrand
* Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman: Is there more to this show than just a hunk in tights? A. Dodson, S. Kaminsky, J. Lundberg, M. Womack
* Writing: How to write a better story workshop. C. Walker
* Vampires: Are they menacing predators or misunderstood victims? J. Hoffman, J. Lorrah, D. Meinking, Terry O'Brien, S. Powell 
* Filking: Is there more to it than just learning how to sing on key? C. du Veritas, J. Mailander, L Mangan, R. Rogow, L. Savignano
* Buddy shows: Can men and women work together without sleeping together? M. Baskin, T. Blaes, G. Rsher, S. Moore Ball. 
* Theatrical combat: An open workshop. The Ring of Steel.
* X-Files: Is this more than just "The F.B.I." meets "The Twilight Zone"? H. Bruton, H. Commodore, J. Gold, H. Nachman
* Dark Shadows: Did the new series help or hurt our appreciation of the original show? K. Resch, M. Robin, D. Rojano, S. Wisdom
* Conventions: Is there more to organizing a con than picking a date? J. Kelley, C. Keogh, D. Langsam, A. Masters, K. Norquest
* New Age and Paganism: How has the resurgence of holistic techniques helped us cope in today's stressful environment? J. Chadwell, A. Dodson, L. Savignano
* Fannish Jeopardy: Cops & spies.
* Science: How much of a role does real science play in science fiction? K. Parker, P. Richards, S. Smith
* Star Wars: Zine editors panel. K. Agel, C. Cargill, M. Wathne
* Starsky & Hutch: Has any other series been able to recreate the relationship of these two partners? T. Bogolub, B. Franjevik, D. Hicks, L. Mangan, L. Magee
* Computers: Will the wide spread use of computer networks have an adverse effect on fandom? G. Blog, S. Clerc, S. Himmanen, C. Salmon, A. Wortham
* E. Alward, [April Valentine], J. Evans, J. Yasner
* Slash: Why ask why, or why must we always explain what it is about slash that we find enticing. S. Garinger, J. Mailander, D. Meinking, C. Reed, L. Thomas
* Babylon 5: Can it avoid the inevitable comparison to Star Trek? E. Dickenson, S. Aanagan, H. Nachman, T. O'Brien, l. Sandler·
* Publishing: Now that I finished my zine, how do I let my potential customers know about it? E. Alward, A. Dodson·, S. Garrett, S. Powell
* Actors vs. their characters: Following an actor from one project to the next, or just how dedicated are you? T. Bogolub, B. Cope, D. McLevy, R. Schindler
* Dr. Who: The Doctor-Companion bond--can one survive without the other? H. Beck, W. Hyres. K. Parker, L. Truant, J. Yasner
* Renegade: Is there more to this show than just a hunk on a Harley? J. Cassell, J. Littrell, l. Savignano
* Quantum Leap: Slash - what's with all the paranoia? Imajiru, L. Rogers, L. Starsky
* Writing: Is it possible to collaborate and still remain friends? J. Fennick. J. Hindman·, J. Kelley, R. Stein
* British TV showa: What are they giving us that American TV doesn't? S. Ballasch, Susan Hall·, J. Moleski, P. Richards
* Westerns: Is the new crop of westerns a sign that we want to return to a simpler time? K. Larson, M. McKinnon, D. Pleasants·, A. Smith, J. Wells
* Sherlock Holmes: How has Grenada TV put a new spin on this old favorite? J. Casselbury, S. Smith, l. Stephens·, l. Thomas
* Fandom: Whatever happened to IDIC, or why does almost every fandom have to splinter into separate "cliques"? M. Brin·, V. Clark, D. Hicks, K. Norquest, B. Storey
* Star Trek: Deep Space 9: Has Michael Pillar stayed true to Gene Roddenberry's vision? M. Espenshade, J. Evans, D. Langsam, J. Lorrah·, A. Wortham
* Writing: I have a great idea for a fan story, but how do I get started? A. Dodson, F. Driver, J. Mailander·, S. Powell
* War of the Worlds: Would Armageddon really bring out the best in people? M. Baskin, H. Bruton, C. Keogh, D. P1easants, C. Rancourt·
* Animation : From series to graphic novels: can we take these cartoon characters seriously? J. Dewey, K. Larson·
* Theatrical combat: A demonstration. The Ring of Steel
* Fandom: Is this just a hobby, or Is there something more going on here? L. Mangan, A. Masters, C. Reed, M. Robin, L. Stephens
* Star Trek: Has the original series been able to hold its own against the two new generations? H. Beck, T. Slaes, T. Bogolub, L. Sandler, J. Yasner
* Editing: How much is too much, or when does it stop being editing and become rewriting? J. Hindman, T. O'Brien" R. Stein, S. Wisdom
* The Man From U.N.C.L.E.: How would these characters handle today's political changes? F. Driver, D. Rojano, S. Smith, C. Walker 
* Picket Fences: Have continuing storylines helped or hurt the series? C. du Veritas, S. Himmanen, M. Urhausen
* Quantum Leap: Can this series make a successful leap to feature films? J. Himes, T. Ubrande, P. Poole, M. Schmidt>
* Art: Can computer graphics be considered fan art? J. Kelley, T. O'Brien
* Loners: Is part of the attraction that we'd like to team up with him ourselves? Discussion group
* Plays and Masquerade. 
* Smut: Is there more to S/M than just leather and whips? H. Beck, T. Slaes, T. Cason, F. Driver, J. Mailander
* Miami Vice: What was it about these characters that made them so compelling? Susan Hall, M. Platt
* Nightly fllk fest
* Spoofs and satire: Are they humorous distractions or political statements? H. Beck, J. Evans, J. Moleski>
* Robin of Sherwood: How did life in Sherwood parallel life in today's world? J. Fennick, M. McKinnon
* Science fiction: Can any of today's sci-fi stand up to the classics of the 50's and 60's? Discussion group.
===Sunday===
* Time Trax: Is this more than just another cop show? M. Espenshade. G. Himes. M. McKinnon
* Star Trek: The Next Generation: What direction would we like to the feature films take? T. Blaes', G. BIog, T. Bogolub, L. Sandler
* Writing: How much research should I do so I sound like I know what I'm talking about without inundating my reader with too much detail? J. Evans, J. Hoffman, T. O'Brien, S. Powell, R. Stuemke
* Music videos: Is there more to making a video than putting music over video clips? J. DeVore, G. Martin, M. Schmidt
* Computers: Will the wide spread use of computer networks have an adverse effect on fandom? K. Dyer, P. Gonzales, K. Larson, A. Masters'
* Extraterrestrials: Are they really out there? J. Chadwell, K. Parker, P. Richards
* Slash: Is it anti-women, or just pro-men? S. Flanagan, M. Urhausen, J. Yasner
* Quantum Leap: In a series based on changing history, can they say Sam "never" returned home? S. Flanagan, D. Glosson, J. Moleski, P. Poole, B. Storey
* Is it possible to write a romantic story without sex? E. Alward, T. Cason, J. Fennick, D. Langsam 
* Nick Mancuso: the man and his roles. L. Keeper, M. McKinnon, P. Spalding
* Lovers: What is the enduring appeal of star-crossed lovers? Discussion group
* P.I. shows: Could these people really get away with some of the things they did? Discussion group
* Feminism: Can you have a strong female character without it turning into a "Mary Sue"?
* GEnie online services: A map to the information super highway. (A one hour demo will follow in the Party Suite, Room 363.) K. Agel, M. Bloemker, A. Masters', Terry O'Brien M. Baskin, T. Bogolub, M. Brin, H. Bruton, D. Hick
* Writing: Seminar for advanced writers. C. Walker
* Vampires: Are they menacing predators or misunderstood victims? J. littrell, H. Nachman, L. Savignano, S. Wisdom
* MacGyver: the panel. J. Freitag, J. Gold, J. Hoffman.. K. Paulie
* Highlander: What ultimate effect will the Watchers have on the Immortals? M. Baskin, J. Cassell, N. Hildebrand, M. McKinnon
* Star Wars: Has the fandom remained true to the original trilogy? P. Grant, M. Schutler, J . Yasner
* Actor. vs. their characters: Does meeting your favorite actor alter your view of the fandom? G. Asher, G. Ails, J. Kelley, J. Wells
* Smut: What is the appeal of adult fantic, or why do we love to carry the universe further than it was intended to go? J. Mailander, L. Mangan, S. Powell, M. Urhausen
* Star Wars: Unifying the fandom. C. Cargill, M. Wathne, J. Yuenger
* Disabilities in fandom: Are there more media role models now, or are the disabled still an invisible minority? J. Hindman, K. Norquest, R. Stein
* The Return of Sherlock Holmes: A thousand apologies and one empty explanation - theories on the hiatus. B. Bills, M. Kelly, G. Martin, L. Stephens 
* Stereotypes: Does using menacing minorities and other stereotypes continue to fuel ignorance and racism? T. Cason, A. Dodson, D. Hicks, K. Larson
* Theatrical combat C: An open workshop. The Ring of Steel
* Eroica: What is it about this animated series that has sparked such a strong fandom? J. DeVore, J. Dewey, L. Mangan
* Fannish Jeopardy B: Science fiction
* X-Flies: Is this more than just "The F.B.I." meets "The Twilight Zone"? J. Casselbury, P. Gonzales, S. Himmanen, D. McLevy, M. Womack
* Editing: How much is too much, or when does it stop being editing and become rewriting? A. Dodson, J. Lorrah, D. Pleasants, C. Rancourt, A. Wortham
* The Professionals: Why has this series generated predominantly slash fanfic? G. Fisher, J. Mailander, S. Powell, L. Thomas
* Forever Knight: Bold women characters. T. Ingalls, J.M. Van Dyke
* Star Trek: Are there any new Issues left to explore in the Kirk/Spock universe? V. Clark, K. Resch, L. Sandler
* N.Y.P.D. Blue: Is this cop show too blue for you? J. Cassell, M. McKinnon, D. Meinidng, M. Uhausen, J. Yasner
* Sitcoms: Can you base a fandom on a sitcom? B. Cope, C. du Veritas, B. Storey
* Slash Talent In Fandom (STIFfle) Award. presentation 
* Publishing: How can I publish a zine without going into hock? J. Evans, S. Powell·, A. Stein 
* Censorship: The looming threat? C. Jenkins, H. Jenkins, L. Mangan 
 
* Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea: What ts it about this show that makes us overlook the primitive special effects? K. Agel, P. Ames, T. Bogolub, G. Fitts., J. Walls
* Star Trek: Deep Space 9: Has Michael Pillar stayed true to Gene Roddenberry's vision? H. Beck, A. Hall, M. Kiesel, Martynn
* Kung Fu: The Legend Continues: How does Caine's philosophy fit into the 1990's? L. Carr, E. Dickenson, Susan Hall, C. Schlein 
* Fandom: What films/series/books generate fandoms, and why? E. Alward, S. Ballasch, H. Commodore, D. Hicks, J. Yasner
* Babylon 5: Can it avoid the inevitable comparison to Star Trek? T. Blaes. B. Franjevik, D. Langsam. R. Rogow. M. Womack
* Writing: I have a great idea lor a fan story but how do I get started? J. Hoffman, T. O'Brien, C. Rancourt, C. Walker 
* Religion in fandom: Is it possible to hold on to traditional values despite the nontraditional views of fandom? L. Balzer, M. Brin, A. Hall, J. Hindman, S. Smith 
* Fandom vs. Hollywood: Just how much does an actor/series creator owe its fan following? A. Dodson, M. Piatt. M. Robin, L. Stephens
* Blake's 7: Were they freedom fighters or terrorists? S. Ballasch, B. Barker, C. Keogh, A. Wortham
* Writing: Is it possible to collaborate and still remain friends? T. Bolobub, T. Cason, C. du Veritas, J. Lorrah, S. Powell
* Fan Quality (Q's) Awards presentation 
* Star Wars: The new novels. Discussion group.
* Editing: How can I preserve the integrity of my zine without scaring on my writers? T. Blaes, G. Blog, A. Dodson·, F. Driver 
* Slash: Is it a fandom unto itself? S. Garinger, J. Mailander, L. Mangan, C. Reed
* Classics vs. remakes: Is older always better, or newer always improved? H. Beck, J. Cassalbury
* Writing: Alternate universe-- what is it, and why do some writers have trouble with the concept? Discussion group
* Art Auction.
* Cop shows: From Adam 12 to N.Y.P.D. Blue: Have we come too far, baby? Discussion group
* Red Dwarf: Is there substance behind the humor in this show? G. Blog, G. Himes, P. Richards, S. Smith
* Nightly filk fest.
* Buckaroo Banzai: Cult classic or relevant social commentary? T. Cason, J. Littrel, J. Moleski, J. Morris, L Savignano
* Space: Humanity as invader or invaded, or are we our own worst enemy? H. Beck, G. Blog, C. Keogh·
* Fandom: Why does most of Hollywood view fans with a critical eye, and what can we do to overcome our negative image? C. du Veritas, S. Hovde, J. Randell, M. Schmidt, H. Stanislow
===Monday===
* Lois & Clark: The New Adventure of Superman: Is there more to this show than just a hunk in tights? T. Cason, M. Espenshade, C. Getrost, J. Lorrah
* Indiana Jones: Has the series altered the fandom? S. Smith, J. Webster, J. Yasner
* Dead dog panel.
* Slash: Why ask why, or why must we always explain what is about slash that we find enticing? B. Cope, F. Driver, D. Hicks. L. Mangan, M. Urhausen
* Writing: How much research should I do so I sound like I know what I'm talking about without inundating my reader with too much detail? A. Dodson, D. Langsam, J. Mailander, A. Rogow, J. Webster
* Smut: Is heterosex in fanfic an endangered species? T. Bogolub, T. Cason, L Savignano, A. Schlindler
* X-Files: Is this more than just "The F.B.I," meets "The Twilight Zone"? T. Blaes, B. Cope, M. Micklin, S. Moore, D. Roberts
* Dr. Who: The Doctor-companion bond: Can one survive without the other? G. Blog, J. Kelly, T. O'Brien, A. Smith
* Going "pro": Now that I've honed my writing skill, how can I crossover into mainstream writing? J. Mailander, L. Sandler, M. Urhausen
==Acknowledgements==
From the program book: 
==Convention Reports==
 
==References==
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