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Miskatonic On Demand: Social Commentary in THE TWILIGHT ZONE
Social Commentary in THE TWILIGHT ZONE, with instructor Tonia Ransom, is now available for rent on our Vimeo channel. Hear a fascinating discussion on how this monumental television series incorporated horror into its science fiction premise, and how it used the tropes of these genres to examine key social issues. US$10, available until the end […]
September 8, 2022
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Miskatonic On Demand: Social Commentary in THE TWILIGHT ZONE
Social Commentary in THE TWILIGHT ZONE, with instructor Tonia Ransom, is now available for rent on our Vimeo channel. Hear a fascinating discussion on how this monumental television series incorporated horror into its science fiction premise, and how it used the tropes of these genres to examine key social issues. US$10, available until the end […]
September 8, 2022
Peter Bebergal: Hacking the Invisible at Necronomicon Providence 2022
Author Peter Bebergal gives a multimedia presentation that will take participants through the history of how human beings have attempted to interact with the otherworldly using technology to ‘hack’ the machine of the universe.
August 18, 2022
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Peter Bebergal: Hacking the Invisible at Necronomicon Providence 2022
Author Peter Bebergal gives a multimedia presentation that will take participants through the history of how human beings have attempted to interact with the otherworldly using technology to ‘hack’ the machine of the universe.
August 18, 2022
THE MISKATONIC INSTITUTE OF HORROR STUDIES ANNOUNCES FALL 2022 SEMESTER OF CLASSES
Horror fans love fall, and with good reason (not that we need an excuse for horror). But there is more reason to celebrate, as Miskatonic Institute returns to live classes! All three city branches, London, New York, and Los Angeles will welcome students in from the proverbial and literal cold to feast on the warmth of exciting and informative lectures.
August 17, 2022
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THE MISKATONIC INSTITUTE OF HORROR STUDIES ANNOUNCES FALL 2022 SEMESTER OF CLASSES
Horror fans love fall, and with good reason (not that we need an excuse for horror). But there is more reason to celebrate, as Miskatonic Institute returns to live classes! All three city branches, London, New York, and Los Angeles will welcome students in from the proverbial and literal cold to feast on the warmth of exciting and informative lectures.
August 17, 2022
THE MISKATONIC INSTITUTE ANNOUNCES ENCORE CLASSES FOR SUMMER 2022
The Miskatonic Institute will be releasing some of the most popular online classes on our Vimeo channel for July and August 2022. For those who might have missed a class, or are just learning about our organization, this is the chance to spend some quality time with horror.
June 24, 2022
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THE MISKATONIC INSTITUTE ANNOUNCES ENCORE CLASSES FOR SUMMER 2022
The Miskatonic Institute will be releasing some of the most popular online classes on our Vimeo channel for July and August 2022. For those who might have missed a class, or are just learning about our organization, this is the chance to spend some quality time with horror.
June 24, 2022
Class Citations: Facing Familiar Fears: Race, Gender, and Technology in Frankenstein
Thank you to everyone who attended the Miskatonic New York May 2022 class. Check out instructor Wendy C. Nielsen’s bibliography and filmography from the lecture.
May 30, 2022
MISKATONIC NEW YORK BRANCH RETURNS TO LIVE CLASSES AND GAINS A NEW BRANCH DIRECTOR
With the arrival of spring comes good news: Miskatonic Institute’s New York branch will close the spring with a newly added live class at Film Noir Cinema on May 17th PLUS we are thrilled to welcome Claire Donner to the Miskatonic family as Director of the New York branch beginning this Fall!
April 20, 2022
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MISKATONIC NEW YORK BRANCH RETURNS TO LIVE CLASSES AND GAINS A NEW BRANCH DIRECTOR
With the arrival of spring comes good news: Miskatonic Institute’s New York branch will close the spring with a newly added live class at Film Noir Cinema on May 17th PLUS we are thrilled to welcome Claire Donner to the Miskatonic family as Director of the New York branch beginning this Fall!
April 20, 2022
CLASS CITATIONS: SHE MADE ME A MONSTER: WOMEN AND GOTHIC LITERATURE
Thank you to everyone who attended the Miskatonic Los Angeles March 2022 class. Continue reading to see instructor Lisa Kröger’s recommended reading list.
April 14, 2022
CLASS CITATIONS: THE SOILED BODY: GORE, PORNOGRAPHY AND BODILY FLUIDS
Thank you to everyone who attend the Miskatonic New York March 2022 class. Instructor Éric Falardeau has shared his lecture's filmography and bibliography, so you can delve further into the subject of "The Soiled Body."
March 30, 2022
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CLASS CITATIONS: THE SOILED BODY: GORE, PORNOGRAPHY AND BODILY FLUIDS
Thank you to everyone who attend the Miskatonic New York March 2022 class. Instructor Éric Falardeau has shared his lecture's filmography and bibliography, so you can delve further into the subject of "The Soiled Body."
March 30, 2022
Daylight Savings Time Reminder!
Greetings Miskatonic students! Please be aware that North America will move to daylight savings time on March 13th. If you are outside North America and plan to attend our lectures on March 15th and/or March 29th, be sure to check the time difference with your location so you don’t miss out. We look forward to seeing you there!
March 10, 2022
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Daylight Savings Time Reminder!
Greetings Miskatonic students! Please be aware that North America will move to daylight savings time on March 13th. If you are outside North America and plan to attend our lectures on March 15th and/or March 29th, be sure to check the time difference with your location so you don’t miss out. We look forward to seeing you there!
March 10, 2022
THE MISKATONIC INSTITUTE OF HORROR STUDIES IS NOMINATED FOR RONDO HATTON CLASSIC HORROR AWARD
The Miskatonic Institute is thrilled to be nominated in the ‘Best Events of 2021’ category of the Rondo Hatton Classic Awards. It truly is an honour to be nominated, considering the company we’re with, both online and live events. The Rondo Hatton awards are amazing for not only recognizing smaller events and people, but for the range of awards. Horror is a huge part of culture, both mass and niche, and these awards take the time and care to honour all these corners. And YOU can be a part of these awards! Read on for details.
March 1, 2022
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THE MISKATONIC INSTITUTE OF HORROR STUDIES IS NOMINATED FOR RONDO HATTON CLASSIC HORROR AWARD
The Miskatonic Institute is thrilled to be nominated in the ‘Best Events of 2021’ category of the Rondo Hatton Classic Awards. It truly is an honour to be nominated, considering the company we’re with, both online and live events. The Rondo Hatton awards are amazing for not only recognizing smaller events and people, but for the range of awards. Horror is a huge part of culture, both mass and niche, and these awards take the time and care to honour all these corners. And YOU can be a part of these awards! Read on for details.
March 1, 2022