Dear all, I'm pleased to announce the public launch of Cult Media Studies, an online networking hub for students and academics studying cult film, television, and other media, set up by David Church. As online fan communities continue to thrive, likewise grows the need for a more cohesive global community among those whose professional research interests actively span both fannish and academic quarters. As such, we are currently seeking new members with an interest in this area of research, and hope to have the website grow and evolve to fit its members' needs over the coming months. The site is still a work in progress, so any suggestions for new content or features are greatly appreciated. The site's centerpiece is a discussion forum for conversing about cult media studies and the objects of its analysis. Announcements of events, new releases, and calls for papers are welcomed. Important events (conferences,festivals, etc.) can be posted on the main page. There is also a section of thesite for uploading or embedding videos as visual aids or potential objects of interest for other members. Members may also post blogs, photos, comments, or other content on their personal pages. The site's advisory board includes the following scholars: Kate Egan, University of Aberystwyth Matt Hills, Cardiff University I.Q. Hunter, De Montfort University Barbara Klinger, Indiana University Ernest Mathijs, University of British Columbia Eric Schaefer, Emerson College Jamie Sexton, University of AberystwythShould you be interested in visiting or signing up, the site can be found here:http://cultmediastudies.ning.com. All the best, Jamie Sexton
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