Cultural Panels
Power of Mana
This panel discusses mana from Polynesian mythology. We discuss the original myths, legends, and stories, and then look at how it is adapted in popular culture. There are several variations of this panel with different themes: Tales of, Voltron, Disney, and video games.
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This panel is appropriate for all ages.
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Requirements: Projector and Screen
King of Monsters
This panel discusses the importance of the first Godzilla film: Gojira and its American release, Godzilla: King of Monsters. We discuss the movie's origins and the effect it had on kaiju movies (monster movies).
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This panel is appropriate for all ages.
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Requirements: Projector and Screen
Mirror Image: The evolution of
Godzilla and Japan
This panel looks at the evolution of the themes in Godzilla films compared to the evolution of Japanese society.
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This panel is appropriate for all ages.
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Requirements: Projector and Screen
Professional Nerd
This panel draws on a breadth of experiences of nerdy professionals from teachers to managers to government officials. Learn how to balance and express your nerdiness in a professional world.
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This panel is appropriate for all ages.
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Requirements: Projector and Screen
Yggdrasil: From Tales to Reality
This panel takes an in-depth look at the connection between the World Trees of the Tales of Videogames and myths from around the world.
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This panel has a pre-recorded virtual option as well as an in-person presentation.
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Requirements: Projector and Screen
RWBY: Grimm Myths and Legends
The popular Rooster Teeth series, RWBY, captivates its viewers with storytelling, character development, and fantastical world building. This panel explores the real-world myths and legends behind RWBY's monster, called the Grimm.
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This panel is appropriate for all ages.
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Requirements: Projector and Screen
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