Genericon is a weekend-long, general convention run by the students of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, NY. We feature a wide variety of attractions that run the gamut of geeky hobbies, including science fiction, gaming of all forms, and anime. Our events include panels by guest speakers, video gaming tournaments, role-playing games of both the pen-and-paper and live-action variety, and twenty-four hour showings of both science fiction classics and modern anime fresh from Japan. The convention runs for an uninterrupted 48 hours, starting at 5 o’clock PM on Friday, March 2 and ending at 5 the following Sunday, March 4.
Guest Announcements: Nicki Clyne, Johnny Yong Bosch, and Eyeshine
We’re happy to announce the guest lineup for Genericon XXV, which will include actor Nicki Clyne, TV and voice actor Johnny Yong Bosch, and the rock band Eyeshine.
Nicki Clyne is most well known for her role as Crewman Specialist Cally on the hit Sci Fi series Battlestar Galactica. She has also starred in the VH1 comedy series Totally Awesome and lent her voice to the illustrated film Godkiller.
We’re also excited to welcome TV and voice actor Johnny Yong Bosch. Johnny began his career as Adam Park (otherwise known as the Black Ranger) on Mighty Morphin Power Rangers. He later moved into anime voice acting, where he has voiced such beloved characters as Vash the Stampede (Trigun), Kaneda (Akira), Itsuki (The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya), Ichigo Kurosaki (Bleach), and Lelouch Lamperouge (Code Geass). Video game players may also know Johnny as the voice of Nero (Devil May Cry 4) and characters from many other video games, including Valkyrie Profile 2: Silmeria, .hack//G.U., and Persona 4.
Mr. Bosch is also a musician, performing lead vocals and rhythm guitar for the “edge rock” band Eyeshine, the musical guest for Genericon XXV. Additionally, Eyeshine features the talents of band members Maurice, Polo, and Crystal. As usual at Genericon, the band will hold a live concert at the convention on the night of Saturday, March 3rd.
Panel and Press Applications Now Online
Our applications for panels and press passes are now online. If you haven’t yet submitted your panel or press applications via email, please use these forms to send us your information. And, of course, if the forms don’t work for any reason, please send me an email at genericonPR [AT] gmail [DOT] com.
Announcing Our Annual Conbook Cover Contest
Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, doctors and aliens, from the past and from the future, it is time for a Genericon tradition that has been going on for many years and will continue going on for many years (we know, we checked)!
It is time for the Genericon Conbook Cover Contest!
As you may or may not know, the theme for this year is TIME TRAVEL! This means, as such, your entry must be about TIME TRAVEL in some way. Check out the official rules and contact information after the break.
Artists Alley Registration Closed
Artists Alley registration is now closed, as all spots have been filled.
My apologies to anyone who was still hoping for a spot in this year’s Genericon, there will be a more concrete announcement next year regarding when registration opens.
Wesley Koo
Genericon XXV Artists Alley Coordinator
Genericon Date Announced!!!
Genericon is happening!!! The convention will be held on the RPI campus this year from March 2 to March 4, 5:00 pm on Friday until 5:00 pm on Sunday!
New Genericon Website
After a very long semester at RPI the Genericon staff is proud to announce that a new website is now live and fully functional. Please enjoy the forums and encourage your friends to use them. We’re excited about Genericon XXV and we want to see that you are too!
See you all in March!