Have you ever felt stuck inside your own thoughts—like you want to express yourself more, but something holds you back? Whether it’s fear of judgment, self-doubt, or just not feeling confident enough, that feeling can make it hard to be fully yourself—even in spaces where you want to belong. This panel is a practical, supportive guide to breaking out of that “shell” and building real confidence. We’ll explore why those feelings show up, how they shape your behavior, and how to take small, manageable steps to become more comfortable being yourself. You’ll leave with simple tools to build self-esteem, trust yourself more, and carry that confidence with you—both in fandom spaces and in everyday life.
Wanting to meet some of your college/university attending peers and build a bigger network for like-minded furs? Stop by and have a chat with furs of many different attending schools and degrees. Attending, alumni, friends, and family are welcome!
Back for a third year, Pyro the Husky is here to help you shake off the pressure of meeting new people! Discover fun, practical tips for making genuine connections, inspired by psychology, sociology, and years of experience as a teacher and salesperson. Whether you're a convention veteran or your first con, come build confidence, meet fellow furs, and make some new friends together!
Are you new to the fandom? Is this your first convention? Have you been to conventions before but want to better utilize your time? This panel will be your guide to making the most of your AWU experience!
Let all cats old enough to catch their own prey gather for a game of Jeopardy! Are you a fan of Erin Hunter's "Warrior Cats" book series? If so, come enjoy live game-show trivia about these brave, anthropomorphic battle cats. To avoid recent book spoilers, our game will not include any Warrior Cats books published after 2015. Do you want to be a Jeopardy contestant? We will hold open sign-ups during the first few minutes of the panel. Three contestants will be randomly selected by StarClan immediately before the game begins!
What do your characters want? How do they approach their goals? What is a story circle? We'll talk about these topics and more, including examples of each one, and how they can help elevate a story to be more engaging and impactful.
Calling all plant parents! Come meet and discuss tips and tricks for upkeep of your herbaceous offspring with other furries of similar interests! Come prepared with tips and advice for plant lovers so we can all learn and grow together :3
In this panel i will be teaching younger/newer furries (or anyone curious about character design) the know-how about how to use shape language, theming, and color palette elements to create a character. I am an experienced character designer who wants to share my insights with the world and help those attending choose their sona species!
Come join cocoa the Dutchie and learn the ins and outs of photography, what gear is for you, starting your business and the ins and outs of of how to take professional photos.
A fun get-together for those who make games, want to make games, or just simply enjoy games. A fun time for networking, sharing ideas, and just meeting fellow furry game developers and game enthusiasts. Bring a device, sketchbook, notebook, or whatever you prefer to work from to show off past or current projects, or simply come and chat with others and share advice and anecdotes about all aspects of game development!
Are you a maker and want to get into 3d printing? Maybe you just want to know more about 3d printing? This may be the panel for you! We go over physical printers, materials, software, and Q&A!
Do you like birds? Do you like Kahoot (or should I say, KaHOOT OvO)? Come learn about Utah's birds of prey from a falcon, then test your knowledge against your flock-mates for a chance to win an epic raptor-related prize!
Saturday August 1, 2026 5:00pm - 6:00pm MDT Twilight 2
Do you have a 3d printer and you want to 3d print your own creations to behave like cast foam? We'll go through how to accomplish this with a real time demonstration. We'll also have example prints if you want to see if it is right for you!
You, yes, you! Have you ever wanted to learn about the mysterious, yet fascinatingly buggy world of insects? Well now you can in this new and improved panel, where you will learn the one question everyone has pondered since the dawn of time: What is a 'bug'? Whether you know nothing, or you know everything, please come! There will be (non-live) examples of pinned insects, and even...prizes for people who answer questions.
A panel on an introduction on the different types of model kits automotive, planes, trains etc. we will discuss how to get started, types of kits, brands, and even go into contests and what judges look for.
Step into a sanctuary of vibration, stillness, and inner exploration. In this deeply restorative sound‑bath meditation, Amra the White Lion guides participants on an astral journey through the healing resonance of singing quartz bowls, gongs, bells, and chimes. As layers of harmonic overtones wash through the space, the mind softens, the breath deepens, and the body enters a state of profound relaxation. The crystalline tones of quartz bowls open spacious inner landscapes, while the grounding pulse of gongs and the shimmering textures of bells and chimes help release tension and invite clarity. This experience is designed for anyone seeking: Deep relaxation Meditative stillness Emotional reset Energetic cleansing A gentle, cosmic journey within Participants are encouraged to lie down, get comfortable, and allow the sound to carry them into a dreamlike, restorative state. No prior meditation experience is needed—just an open heart and a willingness to drift.
I have modded myself into/paid for modding myself into several different games over the years for fun, this panel will go over some of the highlights, experiences, best and worst practices, tools, and favorite modding experiences I’ve had. I will also go over how easy or hard some of the mods were to make and cliff notes on how I made them, General price ranges for commissioning mods, and good things to do first if you yourself would like to see yourself as a husky/bear/bird/otter/etc. in your favorite games.
Join a licensed commercial nuclear operator for an interactive Q&A on all things nuclear! We'll use your questions to guide the conversation, covering everything from the basics of nuclear fission and electricity generation to the truth about nuclear accidents and the future of the industry. Get real answers from an expert in a fun, non-technical environment.
First, I plan to introduce myself as a professional voice actor- I'll be giving some examples of my work while talking about how I had gotten started. Then, I'll share my own personal experiences with auditioning, cold-calling, and performing. I'll talk about the equipment that I use, the tools of the trade, and the mindset required for being a voice actor. I want to motivate the attendees of this panel; I'm not showing off or boasting. I want to show them that they can do it! The last 20 minutes of said panel will be an open mic for questions. By the way, here's my website and visual reel. If you have any further questions, feel free to email me at [email protected] https://triplelvoiceover.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z79ZdXgio_U
