{"id":"urn:lj:livejournal.com:atom1:hpef","title":"HP Education Fanon, Inc.","subtitle":"A nonprofit corporation dedicated to excellence in Harry Potter events","author":{"name":"HP Education Fanon, Inc."},"link":[{"@attributes":{"rel":"alternate","type":"text\/html","href":"https:\/\/hpef.livejournal.com\/"}},{"@attributes":{"rel":"self","type":"text\/xml","href":"https:\/\/hpef.livejournal.com\/data\/atom"}},{"@attributes":{"rel":"service.feed","type":"application\/x.atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/hpef.livejournal.com\/data\/atom","title":"HP Education Fanon, Inc."}}],"updated":"2014-11-05T15:14:13Z","entry":[{"id":"urn:lj:livejournal.com:atom1:hpef:2169","author":{"name":"Killing threads since 2000 CE"},"link":[{"@attributes":{"rel":"alternate","type":"text\/html","href":"https:\/\/hpef.livejournal.com\/2169.html"}},{"@attributes":{"rel":"self","type":"text\/xml","href":"https:\/\/hpef.livejournal.com\/data\/atom\/?itemid=2169"}}],"title":"Remember, Remember","published":"2014-11-05T15:14:13Z","updated":"2014-11-05T15:14:13Z","category":[{"@attributes":{"term":"favorites"}},{"@attributes":{"term":"presentations"}},{"@attributes":{"term":"conferences"}},{"@attributes":{"term":"panels"}},{"@attributes":{"term":"hpef"}},{"@attributes":{"term":"round tables"}},{"@attributes":{"term":"hp-reunion"}}],"content":"It's the fifth of November, and HPEF is happy to be participating in the LJ Harry Potter Reunion!<br \/><br \/><a href=\"http:\/\/hp-reunion.livejournal.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">HP-Reunion<\/a> is the community. There are different posts there every day.<br \/><br \/>In celebration of the reunion, this post is to host your favorite memories of HP panels, round tables, presentations, or special events at any of the conferences over the years. Was your favorite memory the Trial of Snape at the Witching Hour? Or did you go crazy for StarKid Potter at Infinitus? Maybe your best memory is going to see The Final Battle at LeakyCon 2011 - share your choices here.<br \/><br \/>We at HPEF know that no matter what programming is planned at any con, the single best experience is to be with friends. The room parties, the hanging out, the meetups, the film premieres - they're all great! But today we are asking you to think back to something that was on the programming agenda, of whatever conference, wherever, whenever, and share with everyone what, where, and why it stands out for you."},{"id":"urn:lj:livejournal.com:atom1:hpef:1932","author":{"name":"Killing threads since 2000 CE"},"link":[{"@attributes":{"rel":"alternate","type":"text\/html","href":"https:\/\/hpef.livejournal.com\/1932.html"}},{"@attributes":{"rel":"self","type":"text\/xml","href":"https:\/\/hpef.livejournal.com\/data\/atom\/?itemid=1932"}}],"title":"Registration Stuffing Party!","published":"2012-06-24T02:31:11Z","updated":"2012-06-24T02:31:11Z","content":"Hi, all!<br \/><br \/>Online Registration for Ascendio closes in just over TWO DAYS! (There's still time to register if you're considering coming! We will also have day passes available at the door.)<br \/><br \/>As we did for Infinitus, <span  class=\"ljuser  i-ljuser  i-ljuser-type-P     \"  data-ljuser=\"etakyma\" lj:user=\"etakyma\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/etakyma.livejournal.com\/profile\/\"  target=\"_self\"  class=\"i-ljuser-profile\" ><img  class=\"i-ljuser-userhead\"  src=\"https:\/\/l-stat.livejournal.net\/img\/userinfo_v8.png?v=17080&v=916.1\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/etakyma.livejournal.com\/\" class=\"i-ljuser-username\"   target=\"_self\"   ><b>etakyma<\/b><\/a><a class=\"i-ljuser-badge i-ljuser-badge--pro\" data-badge-type=\"pro\" data-placement=\"bottom\" data-pro-badge data-pro-badge-type=\"1\" data-is-raw hidden href=\"#\"><span class=\"i-ljuser-badge__icon\"><svg class=\"svgicon\" width=\"25\" height=\"16\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 33 24\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M19.326 11.95c0 2.01 1.47 3.45 3.48 3.45 2.02 0 3.49-1.44 3.49-3.45 0-2.01-1.47-3.45-3.49-3.45-2.01 0-3.48 1.44-3.48 3.45Zm5.51 0c0 1.24-.8 2.19-2.03 2.19-1.23 0-2.02-.95-2.02-2.19 0-1.25.79-2.19 2.02-2.19s2.03.94 2.03 2.19ZM7.92 15.28H6.5V8.61h3.12c1.45 0 2.24.98 2.24 2.15 0 1.16-.8 2.15-2.24 2.15h-1.7v2.37Zm1.51-3.62c.56 0 .98-.35.98-.9 0-.56-.42-.9-.98-.9H7.92v1.8h1.51ZM18.3802 15.28h-1.63l-1.31-2.37h-1.04v2.37h-1.42V8.61h3.12c1.39 0 2.24.91 2.24 2.15 0 1.18-.74 1.81-1.46 1.98l1.5 2.54Zm-2.49-3.62c.57 0 1-.34 1-.9s-.43-.9-1-.9h-1.49v1.8h1.49Z\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\/><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M2 8c0-2.20914 1.79086-4 4-4h20.5c2.2091 0 4 1.79086 4 4v7.9c0 2.2091-1.7909 4-4 4H6c-2.20914 0-4-1.7909-4-4V8Zm4-2.5h20.5C27.8807 5.5 29 6.61929 29 8v7.9c0 1.3807-1.1193 2.5-2.5 2.5H6c-1.38071 0-2.5-1.1193-2.5-2.5V8c0-1.38071 1.11929-2.5 2.5-2.5Z\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/span> and I are having a registration prep party next weekend, June 30 and July 1, to label, stamp, stuff, and collate most of the registration packets, before we hit the road.<br \/><br \/>All are welcome to come by and help or hang out, even if you're not able to attend Ascendio.<br \/><br \/>We'll be at the Candlewood Suites in Burlington, MA, Saturday all day and evening and Sunday until probably about 5 PM. <br \/><br \/>The Candlewood is at 130 Middlesex Turnpike, just down the road from the Burlington Mall. If you are coming via the T, the 360 bus runs from Alewife right past the hotel (it's the Burlington Mall Road stop).<br \/><br \/>C'mon by and say Hello!<br \/><br \/>(And if you still need to register for Ascendio, <a href=\"http:\/\/hp2012.org\/?page_id=131\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Do It Now!<\/a>)"},{"id":"urn:lj:livejournal.com:atom1:hpef:1659","author":{"name":"heidi\u221e"},"link":[{"@attributes":{"rel":"alternate","type":"text\/html","href":"https:\/\/hpef.livejournal.com\/1659.html"}},{"@attributes":{"rel":"self","type":"text\/xml","href":"https:\/\/hpef.livejournal.com\/data\/atom\/?itemid=1659"}}],"title":"Infinitus 2010: It's All Universal!","published":"2007-08-06T21:33:42Z","updated":"2007-08-06T21:51:22Z","category":[{"@attributes":{"term":"conferences"}},{"@attributes":{"term":"infinitus"}}],"content":"<p>\n\nWhile millions of readers worldwide are about to read\nthe final chapters of Harry Potter\u2019s epic story, HP\nEducation Fanon, Inc. (HPEF) is looking to his\u2014and\nour\u2014next adventure.\n<\/p><p>\nThe end of the Harry Potter series is only the\nbeginning of an infinite number of possibilities for\nthe fandom.\n<\/p><p>\nTherefore, HPEF is proud to announce \u201cInfinitus 2010,\u201d\na Harry Potter conference to take place July 15-18\n2010 in Orlando, Florida \u2013 home to the all-new \u201cWorld\nof Harry Potter\u201d attraction at Universal Orlando\nResort.<\/p><p>\n\nHotel, Registration rates, and additional event\ninformation are forthcoming. As always, registrants\ncan expect our high commitment to strong and diverse\nformal and informal programming on topics from Alchemy\nto Zoology and every subject in between. The\nconference agenda will also include at least one event\nat the \u201cWorld of Harry Potter\u201d theme park, allowing\nour attendees to explore and immerse themselves in the\nWizarding World as never before.\n<\/p><p>\nHPEF is also pleased to endorse a team of organizers\nwith a firm background in our conferences and event\nphilosophy. Infinitus\u2019 Minister of Magic, Kari\nPhillips, is the Head of Wizard Talent for Prophecy\n2007, and is serving as Chair of Informal Programming\nfor Portus 2008 as well. Her department heads include\nJennifer Clack, who worked diligently on Informal\nProgramming for Lumos, is part of the amazing Prophecy\nteam, and is also part of the Portus team; Kristin\nColeman, Meet-&-Greet veteran from Lumos, Prophecy,\nand Portus; and experienced Security Chief Aziza Aba\nButain. These ladies and many other experienced\nvolunteers, along with talented new blood, will\ncontinue our record of high-quality, magical events\nfor scholars and fans.\n<\/p><p>\nThe Board of Directors of HPEF looks forward to seeing\nwhat the next three years of fandom will bring. We\nlook forward to the myriad activities, studies,\ncommunities, and projects that fandom has to offer. We\nlook forward to Infinitus and ask you to visit our forums <a href=\"http:\/\/www.hpef.net\/forums\/forumdisplay.php?f=18\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a> while our website is under construction.<\/p>"},{"id":"urn:lj:livejournal.com:atom1:hpef:1393","author":{"name":"Killing threads since 2000 CE"},"link":[{"@attributes":{"rel":"alternate","type":"text\/html","href":"https:\/\/hpef.livejournal.com\/1393.html"}},{"@attributes":{"rel":"self","type":"text\/xml","href":"https:\/\/hpef.livejournal.com\/data\/atom\/?itemid=1393"}}],"title":"HPEF Call for Bids","published":"2007-06-08T18:58:38Z","updated":"2007-06-08T20:36:37Z","category":[{"@attributes":{"term":"events"}},{"@attributes":{"term":"hp"}},{"@attributes":{"term":"2010"}}],"content":"FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Please distribute<br \/><br \/>The \u201cSummer Of Potter\u201d brings with it winds of change. Where will fandom take us next?<br \/><br \/>For HP Education Fanon, Inc. (HPEF), the journey continues with Portus, July 10 \u2013 13, 2008 in Dallas, Texas, and Level Two, July 23 to 26, 2009 in San Jose, California. And in 2010\u2026.<br \/><br \/>We have received a bid for an event at the newly announced and already widely anticipated Wizarding World of Harry Potter Theme Park at Universal Studios, Orlando Florida, for July 15 -- 18, 2010. The bid team is led by Kari Phillips, who can be contacted at utkari02@ yahoo.com.<br \/><br \/>In accordance with our bid procedures, HPEF hereby issues a Call for Bids to request proposals for alternate dates or locations. Anyone interested in submitting a competitive bid for 2010 MUST contact HPEF by June 23, 2007 at hpeducationfanon@ gmail.com, and MUST submit their bid materials no later than midnight Central Time on July 15, 2007, for consideration.<br \/><br \/>Although Harry\u2019s story reaches its final installment in \u201cHarry Potter and the Deathly Hallows,\u201d we at HPEF know that the phenomenon JK Rowling brought about in 1997 is far from over, and we eagerly look forward to the next chapter\u2026."},{"id":"urn:lj:livejournal.com:atom1:hpef:1265","author":{"name":"Killing threads since 2000 CE"},"link":[{"@attributes":{"rel":"alternate","type":"text\/html","href":"https:\/\/hpef.livejournal.com\/1265.html"}},{"@attributes":{"rel":"self","type":"text\/xml","href":"https:\/\/hpef.livejournal.com\/data\/atom\/?itemid=1265"}}],"title":"HPEF Seeks Additional Staff Members!","published":"2007-02-27T18:15:15Z","updated":"2007-02-27T18:15:15Z","category":[{"@attributes":{"term":"staff"}},{"@attributes":{"term":"editor"}},{"@attributes":{"term":"hpef"}},{"@attributes":{"term":"corporate"}},{"@attributes":{"term":"web"}},{"@attributes":{"term":"sponsorship"}},{"@attributes":{"term":"pr"}}],"content":"HP Education Fanon, Inc. (HPEF) is the Harry Potter fandom\u2019s longest-running, most successful conference planning organization. HPEF has produced three events to date and is in the process of planning three upcoming events in 2007, 2008, and 2009.<br \/><br \/>As an educational non-profit organization, HPEF is committed to producing high-quality events that combine a professional and academic focus with the light-hearted spirit of the Harry Potter series for scholar and fan alike. By bringing these two seemingly disparate groups together, HPEF fosters learning and exploration of the Harry Potter novels and phenomenon from the perspectives of a broad spectrum of disciplines. HPEF\u2019s events have attracted attendees from all over the globe, including the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, Peru, Brazil, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, Finland, Malta, the Philippines, Malaysia, China, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, and many other nations. Its activities span the range of academic and fan interests, which are truly Magical Events for Scholars and Fans.<br \/><br \/>HPEF seeks:<br \/>Corporate Public Relations Officer to help shape its marketing and\/or sponsorship strategies. The Corporate Public Relations Officer will be responsible for monitoring communications to the HPEF Board of Directors and will work closely with the Board of to draft, edit, and distribute corporate communications, including, but not limited to, announcements, website content, blogs, and other correspondence. The qualified individual(s) or firm(s) will possess a proven record of successful publicity campaigning, preferably in the academic conference and\/or fan conference industries. A strong understanding of online marketing and communication methods, as well as traditional marketing methods, is essential; a strong identification with the Harry Potter fandom is a plus. A modest stipend may be available.<a name='cutid1-end'><\/a><br \/><br \/>Website Administrator and Developer to manage all of HPEF\u2019s websites, including its blogs, message board, corporate sites, and individual event sites and archives. The Website Administrator and Developer will be responsible for monitoring all websites controlled and operated by HPEF, ensuring that the sites are fully integrated to one another and that they are kept up to date. With latitude for independent decision-making, the Website Administrator and Developer will also be responsible for aspects of layout and style, which may include but not be limited to ad placement, links to on- and off-site pages, page maintenance, forum creation, and any other tasks related to HPEF\u2019s web presence as agreed on by the Board of Directors. The qualified individual or firm will possess a proven record of successful website maintenance and development, particularly with respect to programming languages such as XTML, PHP, Java, and MYSql. The ability to respond to requests, work well with the Board, and monitor the sites regularly is essential. A strong identification with the Harry Potter fandom is a plus. A modest stipend may be available.<a name='cutid2-end'><\/a><br \/><br \/>Editor-in-Chief for Corporate Publications to oversee the preparation and publication of all HPEF event proceedings and other publications. The Editor-in-Chief will be responsible for maintaining HPEF\u2019s style sheets and working in coordination with planning committee programming teams to receive papers and presentation materials in advance of printing deadlines. The Editor-in-Chief will also be responsible for coordinating with the HPEF legal department to identify and negotiate publication contracts to the organization\u2019s best advantage. The qualified individual will possess a proven record of highly detailed academic editing and book layout, good leadership skills, the ability to work well with disparate programming teams, and knowledge of internet-based application, approval, and publication methods. Knowledge of the academic publication industry is essential. A strong identification with the Harry Potter fandom is a plus. A modest stipend may be available.<a name='cutid3-end'><\/a><br \/><br \/>Corporate Sponsorship Officer to work closely with the HPEF Board of Directors, legal team, and planning committees to devise and implement sponsorship strategies. The Corporate Sponsorship Officer will be responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with fandom websites, corporate entities, local and national businesses, academic institutions, and other non-profit organizations, in order to solicit and obtain sponsorship goods, services, or funds, relative to HPEF\u2019s events and activities. The Corporate Sponsorship Officer will also be involved in the collection, display, and distribution of items for HPEF events, including, but not limited to, items for its galleries, auctions, or contest prizes. The qualified individual or firm will possess a proven record of successful sponsorship campaigns in a tax-exempt setting, such as an annual giving campaign or special gifts campaigns, the ability to work within constraints of time and oversight. Knowledge of the Harry Potter products and licensees, fan sites and communities, and related artisans, is essential. A strong knowledge of conference and convention sponsorship is a plus. Identification with the Harry Potter fandom is a plus. A modest stipend may be available.<a name='cutid4-end'><\/a><br \/><br \/>Please send resumes and cover letters, along with qualifications, stipend requirements (if any), and three professional references to hpeducationfanon@gmail.com."},{"id":"urn:lj:livejournal.com:atom1:hpef:1020","author":{"name":"heidi\u221e"},"link":[{"@attributes":{"rel":"alternate","type":"text\/html","href":"https:\/\/hpef.livejournal.com\/1020.html"}},{"@attributes":{"rel":"self","type":"text\/xml","href":"https:\/\/hpef.livejournal.com\/data\/atom\/?itemid=1020"}}],"title":"Our website is live!","published":"2006-06-02T15:50:36Z","updated":"2006-06-02T15:50:36Z","content":"HP Education Fanon, Inc. is thrilled to announce that our website <a href=\"http:\/\/hpeducationfanon.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">is now live<\/a> and available at http:\/\/hpeducationfanon.org\/ for your perusal. <br \/><br \/>It has a collection of links to past and future events, including <span class=\"\"><img width=\"17\" height=\"17\" style=\"vertical-align: bottom;\" src=\"\/stc\/fck\/editor\/plugins\/livejournal\/userinfo.gif\" alt=\"\" \/>prophecy2007<\/span> and, of course, next month's Lumos 2006, and information for those who are interested in bidding on events for 2008 and beyond. <br \/><br \/>Thanks to everyone who made this possible, and especially those who have contributed to my understanding of server-side includes, so I can edit and update the thing!"},{"id":"urn:lj:livejournal.com:atom1:hpef:613","author":{"name":"heidi\u221e"},"link":[{"@attributes":{"rel":"alternate","type":"text\/html","href":"https:\/\/hpef.livejournal.com\/613.html"}},{"@attributes":{"rel":"self","type":"text\/xml","href":"https:\/\/hpef.livejournal.com\/data\/atom\/?itemid=613"}}],"title":"HP Education Fanon Announces 2007 Event","published":"2006-05-20T11:31:27Z","updated":"2006-05-20T11:37:24Z","category":[{"@attributes":{"term":"lumos"}},{"@attributes":{"term":"nimbus 2003"}},{"@attributes":{"term":"prophecy 2007"}},{"@attributes":{"term":"the witching hour"}}],"content":"<p>As we approach the 10th anniversary of Harry Potter and the\nPhilosopher's Stone, it's time to reflect on all the Harry Potter\nphenomenon \u2013 books, films, and fandom \u2013 has become.\n<\/p><p>\nIt began with a prophecy...and in 2007 the legendary tale will\ncome full circle. Thus, HP Education Fanon, Inc. is very pleased\nto announce:\n<\/p><p>\nProphecy 2007: From Hero to Legend will take place in Toronto,\nCanada, August 2-5, 2007. Hotel and registration information will be\navailable soon.\n<\/p><p>\nOur first international event, Prophecy 2007 will encompass a number\nof elements, including formal programming with a focus on the\ndevelopment of the series and the fandom over the last ten years,\nalong with HPEF traditions such as wizard sport, a quest, a gallery,\nfilm viewings, and some new surprises, such as the Hall of\nReflection, where attendees can reflect on the past ten years with\nHarry Potter.\n<\/p><p>\nOur principal organisers for Prophecy 2007 are Vishaya Naidoo,\nSuzanne Fossey, Madeleine Beaupre, and Camille Kelly. Additional\ninformation about volunteering is available at the Yahoo!Group,\nhttp:\/\/groups.yahoo.com\/group\/Prophecy_Headquarters\/\n<\/p><p>\nMembers of the Prophecy 2007 team will be at Lumos to answer\nquestions, accept registrations, and take volunteer contact\ninformation. Join us to remember, to reflect, and to realise what is\nyet to come!\n<\/p><p><i>\nProphecy 2007: From Hero to Legend is produced under the auspices of\nHP Education Fanon, Inc., an educational non-profit (501(c)3)\norganisation committed to producing high-quality events that combine\na professional and academic focus with the spirit of the Harry\nPotter series for scholar and fan alike. This event is unofficial\nand is not endorsed by Warner Bros., the Harry Potter book\npublishers, or JK Rowling or her literary agents. <\/p><\/i>\n\n<br>For regular updates, add the event LiveJournal:\n<br><a href=\"http:\/\/community.livejournal.com\/prophecy2007\/profile\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/community.livejournal.com\/prophecy2007\/profile<\/a>\n <br><br>\nMySpace:\n<a href=\"http:\/\/groups.myspace.com\/Prophecy2007\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/groups.myspace.com\/Prophecy2007<\/a>"},{"id":"urn:lj:livejournal.com:atom1:hpef:362","author":{"name":"heidi\u221e"},"link":[{"@attributes":{"rel":"alternate","type":"text\/html","href":"https:\/\/hpef.livejournal.com\/362.html"}},{"@attributes":{"rel":"self","type":"text\/xml","href":"https:\/\/hpef.livejournal.com\/data\/atom\/?itemid=362"}}],"title":"TWH Survey from HPEF","published":"2005-10-15T15:29:44Z","updated":"2005-10-15T15:29:44Z","content":"We just sent a survey to everyone who registered for TWH before mid-August, but we know some people have changed email addresses since they registered, so we wanted to share the url for the survey here, too. <br \/><br \/>The survey asks questions about planning for and attending TWH, as well as your expectations for Lumos ( <a target='_blank' href='http:\/\/www.hp2006.org'>http:\/\/www.hp2006.org<\/a> ) in Las Vegas from July 27-31 next summer. <br \/><br \/>If you attended TWH, but didn't get a link to the survey via your personal email, please click the link below to take the survey. The survey will only be live until November 8, so the sooner you take it, the better. Thanks in advance for your time, and we hope everyone enjoyed themselves and arrived home safely!<br \/><br \/>Here's the url: <a target='_blank' href='http:\/\/www.keysurvey.com\/survey\/80718\/3179\/'>http:\/\/www.keysurvey.com\/survey\/80718\/3179\/<\/a><br \/><br \/>Let me know via a comment (anons are allowed) if you're having issues reading or accessing the survey."}]}