Did you publish an article in TWC from 2023-26? We're seeking entries for the Fans of Color Prize, which recognizes peer-reviewed research about fans and/or fandoms of color published in TWC in the preceding 3 years. There's a $500 cash prize!
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Call for Papers: International Journal of Media & Cultural Politics
Special Issue: 'Animation: creativity, technology, audiences'
Final Call: Abstracts due 4 May 2026
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The IJDS is currently looking to fill two positions: editor and associate editor.
We invite applicants from a variety of perspectives, positionalities and backgrounds in order to reflect the global, multivocal engagement with the journal’s stated scope.
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The image shows a flyer designed to match the homepage of Archive of Our Own, including the logo and banner from the website. The left column says “Survey Participants Needed! Fanfiction Writers, Fanfiction Readers, Fans, Fandom enthusiasts.” Below that says “Contact Information: Hannah F. Benton, Graduate Student, Rhetoric & Composition, College of Arts & Humanities, hannah.benton@ucf.edu. Stephanie Wheeler, PhD, Faculty Adviser, department of writing & Rhetoric, stephanie.wheeler@ucf.edu. The right column says “We are looking for Fanfiction readers and writers to participate in a short 10-minute survey. The purpose of this study is to better understand to what extend fanfiction Author’s notes (A/Ns) may function as recognizable, textual genres within online fandom communities. If you choose to participate, you will be asked to respond to several questions about your experience reading or writing fanfiction Author’s Notes as well as your understanding of how they function, their purpose, importance, and features.” Below that says “Information: No identifiable private information will be collected. You must be 18 years of age or older and have had prior experiences with either reading or writing fanfiction to take part in this research study.” The bottom of the flyer has the AO3 logo, a QR code, and “Access the survey here.” https://ucf.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1XmdiMTnzfc9EFM
The image shows a social media post with “Survey Participants Needed” at the top along with the Archive of Our Own logo. Below the title says “Fanfiction readers & writers wanted. Must be 18+ & have had prior experiences with either reading or writing fanfiction. Less than 10-minutes. No identifiable information.” The bottom text says: “We are looking for Fanfiction readers and writers to participate in a short 10-minute survey. The purpose of this study is to better understand to what extend fanfiction Author’s notes (A/Ns) may function as recognizable, textual genres within online fandom communities. If you choose to participate, you will be asked to respond to several questions about your experience reading or writing fanfiction Author’s Notes as well as your understanding of how they function, their purpose, importance, and features.” The bottom of the image says “Questions? Email hannah F. Benton at hannah.benton@ucf.edu” and has a QR code with “Access the survey here!” https://ucf.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1XmdiMTnzfc9EFM
Survey Participants Needed! Fanfiction Writers, Fanfiction Readers, Fans, Fandom enthusiasts ucf.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
(@fanstudies.bsky.social @scmsfaas.bsky.social can i get a boost for this student's research solicitation?)
SCMS needs you! The Volunteer for Service form is open now until Friday, May 8, 2026. Follow the link to find out more about these opportunities–join a Standing or Award committee, or be part of the Program committee and read submissions for the #SCMS27 conference in Montreal! buff.ly/8X2LhnW
I am officially writing an article about Alamo Drafthouse (anti-)fandom and their buyout and anti-labor policies in the broader context of media consolidation. If you are a fan of the drafthouse, current or present employee, etc and you would be interested in speaking about this, please reach out!
New Fandom & Popular Culture Collection 📢
A collection of cutting edge research from our fandom and pop culture list
• 12 journals and 52 e-books
• Full Fan Phenomena Series
Popular Culture Association Fan Studies Network
www.intellectdiscover.com/content/fandom-popular-culture-collection
British Academy/Leverhulme Small Research Grants. Deadline: 3 June 2026 Independent Scholars Deadline: 27 May 2026
The British Academy/Leverhulme Small Research Grants is now open for applications, supported by DSIT, @leverhulme.ac.uk and @wellcometrust.bsky.social. Apply now: https://bit.ly/4t0MDRl
Former FaAS SIG co-chair Bethan talking to the BBC about toxic fandoms!
Now that you've come down from the SCMS high, how about bragging about your publications? We'll collect them to share with each other to show how broad and prolific our SIG is. forms.gle/FtJe1hX94cws...
It's omega now 😉
Cover for "Critical Fandom" with different images, icons, and textures inspired by fantasy and sci-fi shows and films.
My book is almost here!
In Critical Fandom, I examine fanfiction trends and author's reflections on their writing. How do fanfic authors critique their fandoms and the media they love (Legend of Korra, GOT, Black Panther, OFMD)?
Coming in June 2026 through University of Iowa Press.
Closing the doors on #SCMS26… already counting down to what’s next.
Wednesday, March 17 – Saturday, March 20, 2027
Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth
Please note: #SCMS27 will begin on a Wednesday
Good final morning, #SCMS26! No SIG-sponsored panels today, but lots of good stuff still on the program. Also hit V up if you want some of the leftover cookies ;)
One thing I love about (my sector of) SCMS is when first-timers observe with delight that the Q&A is constructive, not hostile, and that people are nice. #scms26
My favorite genre of academic conference encounter is the simple, familiar: “It is so nice to finally meet you in person.” For all the benefits of remote communication, I keep coming back to that reminder that our work is not purely textual. It lives in bodies and voices, too. #SCMS26
Starting now: our final SIG-sponsored panel, L2 in Fairmont. With sapphic gifs!
We’ve got our supplies for tonight’s SIG social at 8pm. If you have any interest in fans, audiences, or just making new friends, come for wine, soda, and snackies! #SCMS26
Good morning, SCMS! Today’s a busy day for the SIG! We have two sponsored panels, followed by our SIG social at 8pm. We hope you’ll come to the social for food, drinks, networking, and fun.
Join us for the SCMS Awards Ceremony this evening from 7:15-8:15 in the Fairmont–International Ballroom (2nd Floor).
Come celebrate the scholars whose work is shaping cinema & media studies. #SCMS26
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This panel comes out of a book edited by Samantha Close and Louisa Ellen Stein and featuring many SIG members! www.routledge.com/The-Routledg...
Good morning, SCMS! Starting in just a few: our next SIG-sponsored panel, F3- Popular Video and Videographic Criticism. Hope to see you there!
Graphic of book covers featured at the SCMS 2026 conference.
Calling all #SCMS26 attendees! Check out UMP's latest Media Studies titles at our booth and say hello to our acquiring editor, Haley. Be sure to get 40% off all Media Studies titles with code UMSCMS26 (ends 4/30) here: buff.ly/j4qssFD
We've removed the paywall from current issues and other select content from @filmquarterly.bsky.social, @femmediahist.bsky.social, @iaspm-us.bsky.social's JPMS, @sssmg.bsky.social's JSMG and more during the @scmstudies.bsky.social conference. #SCMS26 #SCMS2026
Starting right now: our second SIG-sponsored panel, C5: Audience Studies Now! Come join us in the room, here, or on Discord!
do you have chicago recommendations for coffee, drinks, or restaurants or whatever else near the #scms25 conference? could you be a pal and add them to this map?
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As a reminder, whether you’re at #SCMS26 or not, you can follow the conversation in our SIG Discord. DM us if you need an invite link. We encourage everyone to post questions and thoughts there for presenters’ privacy and safety.
Good morning, SCMSers! See you in 15 minutes at our first SIG-sponsored panel, A17: Acquiring Fan Lifestyles.
Call For Papers – The Inaugural International Women’s Writing Association Conference
Includes:
* Women’s writing and fan fiction
* The figure of the female author: celebrity, fans, and representations
* Fan studies and female authorship
* Fan fiction and fandom
womenswritingassociation.com