Armageddon University (AU)

INTRODUCTION TO AU

Armageddon University (AU) is a collection of volunteer-driven classes offered during the event of Armageddon. AU intends to present learning opportunities for folks seeking knowledge on subjects about, or related to, Belegarth. It also allows folks to showcase their passions and share/pass on their experience with their peers. As the class instructors are made up entirely of volunteers, no AU "curriculum" is the same from year to year!

AU ACHIEVEMENTS & INCENTIVES

Certificates of Achievement

Participants who attend 4 or more class sessions are eligible to receive a “Certificate of Achievement” (example pictured below). Certificates can be picked up from the AU leaders on the last evening of the event. Time and place will be advertised on the event page/schedule. If you are unable to make it to the pick-up, please reach out to the AU leaders to coordinate delivery, if desired.

Picture of the AU Certificate of Achievement.

Belt Loops

In addition to the Certificates of Achievement, AU offers a custom belt loop for individuals who attend/participate in the minimum number of classes for a given year. Individuals receive a belt loop upon their first year of reaching this milestone.

Picture of the AU belt loop.

Every year, individuals will receive one or more scales with the respective year engraved on it if they meet the following criteria:

Picture of the AU belt loop charms and examples of scales for students, instructors, and AU team.

•    a black scale for individuals who attend/participate in the minimum number of classes
•    a red scale for individuals who volunteer to teach a class (or classes)
•    a gold scale for individuals who are a part of the Armageddon University team

Every subsequent year that an individual completes one or more of the above they receive a new scale(s) with the respective year to add to their belt loop.

In addition to the scales, participants may also receive the following charms:

•    a gold star for being in the top three participants for classes attended

Each following year that a participant is eligible for a Certificate of Achievement, they will receive an additional piece of scale maile to represent that year’s achievement. NOTE: The belt loop will only be provided once (the first time a Certificate of Achievement is received). The AU team has documentation to keep track of this.

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

How to Apply/Submit a Class

Individuals who would like to teach a class through Armageddon University can apply by completing and submitting a form, typically posted the event page on the Belegarth website. The link to the Armageddon XXIII (2026) event page on the Belegarth website can be found here.

Snapshot of the Armageddon University Instructor Sign-Up Form on the Belegarth website.

Please be prepared to answer the following questions:

•    Mundane & Belegarth Names
•    Contact Information
•    Class Type (Fighting/Fitness, A&S, Event Service, DEI, etc.)
•    Class Format (Active/Fitness, Lecture, Crafting / Guided Hands-On Activity, Discussion, etc.)
•    Expected Class Length / Duration
•    Class Size (minimum and maximum # of attendees)
•    Special requests and/or accommodations
•    Preferred date and times to teach and if you would be interested in teaching multiple sessions
•    Photo of yourself and/or photo to advertise the class *optional*

Billie Creek Class Location Information

The image below shows all locations available to host classes and where they can be found within Billie Creek Village: the General Store's Backroom (top left), the Livery Barn (middle left), the Pavilion (bottom left), the Baptist Church (top right), the Town Square & Gazebo (middle right), the Tournament Field (bottom right), and the Fighting Field (not shown).

The following table shows a high level overview of the amenities and/or resources available at each class location:

Additional details can be found under each class location's section below.

General Store Back Room

This class location is a small room in the back of the general store, isolated from the elements. It is an ideal space for smaller classes and/or classes that need a quieter, enclosed space. A picture of the inside of the General Store Back Room is shown on the right. Note: exact configuration of space may vary.

Amenities:

•    The room is air conditioned, just like the general store itself.
•    The space has overhead lighting.
•    Powered outlets are available.
•    It has a combination of smaller café-style tables and rectangular folding tables available, plus seating.
•    The room is connected to a hallway with indoor restrooms, providing easy access to water/sinks if needed.

Livery Barn

This class location sits off the North West corner of the crossroads between the main road through town and primary road into the village from the covered bridge, across from Vendor Row. A picture of the inside of the Livery Barn is shown on the right. Note: exact configuration of space may vary.

Amenities:

•    There is no air conditioning in the building, but inside is mostly protected from the elements.
•    Primary source of light is provided from windows and open barn doors. Supplemental light is provided by string lights.
•    Powered outlets are available.
•    Rectangular folding tables and folding chairs are available for this space.
•    A water spigot is available in the front of the livery barn by the main road. It is also across the lane from the indoor restrooms connected to the general store.

Baptist Church

This class location is behind the Town Square in the Village.

LINKS

Link to AU FAQs

Link to AU Class Materials