60th World Science Fiction Convention

ConJose was the 60th World Science Fiction Convention, held in San Jose, California on August 29-September 2, 2002.[1] The convention was held in the McEnery Convention Center, as well as the Fairmont San Jose and the Hilton San Jose & Towers.[2] ConJose was co-chaired by Tom Whitmore and Kevin Standlee and organized under the auspices of San Francisco Science Fiction Conventions.

This article is about the 2002 World Science Fiction Convention, held in San Jose, California. For the 2018 World Science Fiction Convention, also held in San Jose, see 76th World Science Fiction Convention.
ConJose, the 60th World Science Fiction Convention
GenreScience fiction
Dates29 August–2 September 2002
VenueMcEnery Convention Center
Fairmont San Jose
Hilton San Jose & Towers
Location(s)San Jose, California
CountryUnited States
Filing statusNon-profit
Websitefanac.org/conjose

Guests of Honor for ConJose were writer Vernor Vinge, artist David Cherry, fans Jan and Bjo Trimble, and the imaginary Ferdinand Feghoot. Tad Williams served as toastmaster.

Awards
Main article: Hugo Award

The World Science Fiction Society administers and presents the Hugo Awards,[3] the oldest and most noteworthy award for science fiction. Selection of the recipients is by vote of the Worldcon members. Categories include novels and short fiction, artwork, dramatic presentations, and various professional and fandom activities.[3][4]

Other awards may be presented at Worldcon at the discretion of the individual convention committee. This has often included the national SF awards of the host country, such as the Japanese Seiun Awards as part of Nippon 2007,[5] and the Prix Aurora Awards as part of Anticipation in 2009. The Astounding Award for Best New Writer and the Sidewise Award, though not sponsored by the Worldcon, are usually presented, as well as the Chesley Awards, the Prometheus Award, and others.[5][2]

Hugo Awards

Other awards

Information

Site selection

Glasgow won the vote for the 65th World Science Fiction Convention to be held in 2005, as the only bid that filed.

Program participants

Special appearance

Patrick Stewart made a special appearance at ConJose. He talked about upcoming films Star Trek Nemesis and X-Men 2, as well as his experiences on Star Trek: The Next Generation.

Committee

Co-chairs
  • Tom Whitmore
  • Kevin Standlee
    • Vice Chair/Controller: Cindy Scott
    • Vice Chair/Deliverables Manager: Craige Howlett

Division heads
  • Events: John Blaker
  • Exhibits: Larry Smith
  • Facilities: David Gallaher, Nancy Cobb
  • Fairy Godfather: David W. Clark
  • Hospitality: Geri Sullivan
  • Member Services: Elaine Brennan
  • Programming: Kathryn Daugherty
  • Publications: Bob Daverin, Brenda Daverin
  • Support Services: Tony Cratz

Bid
  • Kevin Standlee, bid chair

The "Coup"

In late 2001 and early 2002, some members of the SFSFC board expressed dissatisfaction about the progress made to date by convention management. It was proposed that the board remove Tom Whitmore as convention chair. The board decided to compromise by naming Tom Whitmore and Kevin Standlee as co-chairs of the convention.

Notable events

At the Hugo Awards presentation, Arthur C. Clarke gave a speech via direct video link from his home in Sri Lanka.

There was a Goth dance as well as a rock and roll dance at the convention (they took place on different nights).

See also

References
  1. "'Worldcon' science fiction convention arrives in San Jose this weekend". Monterey Herald. August 29, 2002. p. GO34. Retrieved September 2, 2012.
  2. "2002 Hugo Awards". The Hugo Awards. World Science Fiction Society. 26 July 2007. Retrieved July 20, 2012.
  3. "Article 3: Hugo Awards". WSFS Constitution. World Science Fiction Society. 2008. Archived from the original on May 20, 2011. Retrieved April 5, 2009.
  4. Franklin, Jon (October 30, 1977). "Star roars: this year's champs in science fiction". The Baltimore Sun. Baltimore, MD. p. D5. Retrieved March 3, 2011.
  5. "Awards". Nippon2007: 65th World Science Fiction Convention. Retrieved March 15, 2009.
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