Harvard-Radcliffe Science Fiction Association

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The Harvard-Radcliffe Science Fiction Association (HRSFA) is a society based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Founded in 1986, its purpose is to promote science fiction (and fantasy) and aid in activity of those interested in the genre. Membership is open to current and former students at Harvard University. HRSFA also co-sponsors the annual Ig Nobel awards^[1] and organizes Vericon^[2], an annual science fiction convention; and it intermittently publishes Fusion, a speculative-fiction literary magazine. Other events held by HRSFA include the Wyld Hunt ^[3], Going of the Hour^[4], and Masquerade Ball^[5]. Although it is not anti-drinking, it is sometimes cited as an example of social organizations other than fraternities or happy hour/drinking-focused parties, and has gained attention for this role as Harvard tries to move towards greater social opportunities for its students ^[6].

[edit] Notable alumni

• Nate Ackerman, 2004 Olympic wrestler
• Darcy Burner, candidate for United States Congress
• Michael A. Burstein, Campbell Award–winning science fiction writer
• Marie Brennan, fantasy novelist
• Susan Groppi, Editor-in-chief of Strange Horizons

[edit] External links

• HRSFA web site
• Fusion, HRSFA's literary magazine

[edit] References

1. ^ Boston Globe, 02 october 2004. "Singing the praises of karaoke's creator"
2. ^ Boston Globe, 14 February 2006. "Get Your Geek On".
3. ^ The Harvard Crimson, 26 October 1998. "Club Walks on the Wyld Side"
4. ^ The Harvard Crimson, 26 October 1992. "Hooded Students Honor Chronos"
5. ^ The Harvard Crimson, 16 February 1995. "Lost in Space"
6. ^ The Harvard Crimson, 07 April 2005. "Not the Only Way"