Dream the Future
Established as the first research center of its kind by esteemed author and educator James E. Gunn,
the J. Wayne & Elsie M. Gunn Center for the
Study of SF is dedicated to research
and education in science fiction
and other speculative forms.
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Read with Us
The Gunn Center offers a monthly virtual book club during the academic year for SFF enthusiasts around the world. Grab your lunch and join us!
Virtual Book Club
Immerse Yourself
The University of Kansas proudly offers a variety of courses that explore science fiction, speculative fiction, and other areas at the core of the Gunn Center's mission.
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