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A long time ago, in a galaxy far away … full of cats that talk in English. Sort of.
What do you get when you mix Star Wars, cats, and a few midichlorians? Maybe something like this. Check out the rest of the Lolcats in the classic battle between the Ceiling Cat and Basement Cat sides of the Force!
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Going to college is such an eye-opening experience. You get to expand your horizons and learn about other cultures, for one thing. Can it get more awesome? Imagine this: you can pursue your education, have a great college experience, and get your Star Wars fix at the same time! Did I mention the class is at Lake Tahoe, the World Capital of Awesome?
You’re right. I should have told you to sit down first. Sorry about that.
So I got an email from Professor Daryl Frazetti of Lake Tahoe Community College’s Department of Anthropology detailing the new online course. He was known for his Star Trek themed course in the past, but I’m glad he’s forsaken the Dark Side and gone with a Star Wars theme. For the past two years, he’s been presenting workshops and panels at conventions regarding the Anthropology of Star Wars.
Here is some more info on the new course:
Now, we finally will be offering a course online – 1.5 units – The Anthropology of Star Wars. It is basically a cultural anthropology course with a Star Wars theme. It will cover such themes as politics, religion, gender, and more. It will also explore fandom as well as a focus on fan films. Registration begins in November and the class begins early January 2009.
Sounds very exciting, so all you students young and old head on over to LTCC.edu to register! Be a Starwars-ologist!
What’s worse: an out-of-control Apple fan, or an out-of-control Star Wars fan? How about both? As one person? Fighting against himself? You decide:
Here are some fantastic knitted Star Wars characters. My personal favorite: Slave Leia. She might not learn to appreciate me, but at least she can hold my keys. Also, check out Yoda, Han Solo, Obi-wan Kenobi, Darth Vader, and some kind of Darth Maul/Sith/Ninja character. Very interesting. Thanks to Nissie for the info!
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Best Buy, Sony, and LucasArts are throwing a launch party to celebrate the release of Star Wars: The Force Unleashed. You’re invited, so if you happen to be in San Francisco on September 15th, drop on by everyone’s favorite party venue: Best Buy. You’ll get a chance to mingle with some special guests and be among the first to play the new game. Beat your friends. Beat the Geek Squad. Master the Force.
To add fuel to the excitement, here is an image gallery featuring concept art of the most anticipated game of 2008:
