Dr. Gregory Payne's Closing Words for EmersonatNCA
"The Ethnogs" rock the real and virtual house
By Katie-Coral Sicora - November 14, 2009 The Ethnogs" are exploring identity, the Internet and culture, but with a decided musical flair.
Conflict Coaching: A Communication Process for Changing Campus Conflict Systems
By Efe Sevin - November 14, 2009 On Saturday afternoon, Peace and Conflict Division held an important session for all of us - Conflict Coaching: A Communication Process for Changing Campus Conflict Systems .
Dr. Gregory Payne welcomes you to EmersonatNCA
Recepción Presidencial captura el espíritu de NCA
Por Brenna Ruiz-Gordon--Sábado 14 de noviembre de 2009 Estudiantes, académicos y profesionales de la comunicación disfrutaron de una tranquila velada con amigos y colegas durante la última noche de la convención.
NCA heats up in discussing environmental communication
By Luciana Almeida -- November 14, 2009 The environment was a hot topic at NCA 2009 and one of the many panels that addressed the topic was "Environmental Communication Goes Global."
Black Caucus and African American Communication and Culture Division Meet and Greet
By Paloma Richards -- November 14, 2009 The Black Caucus and African American Communication and Culture Division set up some time for networking and mentoring in the Grand Ballroom.
How to Collect Data in 21st Century?
By Efe Sevin -- November 14, 2009 Saturday morning, Communication and the Future Division hosted the panel discussion on "The Pros and Cons of Using New Media in Communication Research". The panel lured many tech-savvy participants who have tweeted non-stop about the presentations.
Panelists discuss future of free expression and communication
By Brent Baughman -- November 14, 2009 Scholars take a look at the expansion of communication outlets amid signs of tightening restrictions on freedom of expression.
"God bless the child that's got her own"
By Katie-Coral Sicora -- November 14, 2009 A chamber theater adaptation of "God bless the child that's got her own" examines post-racial discourse and meaning.
Interview: Dawn Braithwaite talks about NCA, politics and next steps
By Luciana Almeida - November 14, 2009 NCA First Vice President Dawn Braithwaite talks about the "take-aways" for her from this convention.
Researchers find the difference between fan and friend
By Abbey Niezgoda - November 14, 2009 Researchers outline their finding in studying the blurred line between face-to-face interaction and parasocial relationships .
A town hall on the politics of NCA
By Paloma Richards and Luciana Almeida -- November 14, 2009 Should the National Communication Association take a stand on political issues? An NCA forum launched the conversation.
Friday's graduate school banquets get a grade
By Shannon K. Felton and Katie-Coral Sicora -- November 14, 2009 Two seniors in search of a graduate school checked out Friday night's graduate school parties and offer up some ratings of the festivities.
Personal stories of cancer and loss
By Brent Baughman -- November 14, 2009 Panelists discuss the personal and the universal in confronting cancer.
Interview: Benjamin Barber
By Paloma Richards and Brent Baughman -- November 13, 2009 Benjamin Barber provides some insights into consumerism and the Obama presidency before his lecture and conversation Friday morning at NCA.
Benjamin Barber on Deliberative Democracy
By Brent Baughman & Paloma Richards -- November 13, 2009 Political theorist Benjamin Barber examines leadership, democracy and climate change in a spotlight session Friday morning.
Scholar studies perceptions in Northern Ireland murals
By Katie-Coral Sicora --November 13, 2009 Scholar discusses rhetorical meanings of painted murals depicting the sectarian conflict in between Protestants and Catholics in Northern Ireland.
Looking For A Great Idea For Teaching?
By Luciana Almeida --- November 13, 2009 If you are looking for a Great Idea For Teaching Speech (G.I.F.T.S), check out some featured during Friday morning's session
Scholars examine Hindu, Muslim conflict styles in India
By Katie-Coral Sicora -- November 13, 2009 Scholars seek insights from the conflict styles of Hindus and Muslims in India.
Latinos discuss performing at the margins
By Luciana Almeida -- November 13, 2009 Carlos Tarin from University of Colorado with Edwin Corbin-Guterrez, from Emerson College and Northwestern University talk about their work.
Women communication scholars offer insights to handling the media, misquotes
By Abbey Niezgoda - November 13, 2009 Scholars share experiences and tips about their role as experts in the news media's coverage of the 2008 presidential campaign.
Bye Bye Baby Boomers, Hello Millennials
By Abbey Niezgoda - November 13, 2009 Miillennials, people born between 1980 and 1995, are beginning to have an impact on the workplace and culture. Researchers from the University of Northern Iowa explore that impact.
Studies look at reasons for "Friends With Benefits Relationships"
By Katie-Coral Sicora - November 13, 2009 College-age students are engaging in a new type of relationship: "Friends with Benefits." Scholars take a look at how that is breaking down the notion of the traditional relationship.
Howard Giles receives 2009 Mark L. Knapp Award
By Katie-Coral Sicora -- November 13, 2009 University of California-Santa Barbara's Howard Giles is honored with the 2009 Mark L. Knapp award.
NCA leadership welcomes newcomers
By Shannon Felton -- November 12, 2009 NCA newcomers get advice for participation from the organization's leadership.
Former NCA presidents respond to questions on NCA past and future
By Paloma Richards -- November 12, 2009 Past NCA presidents take a look back and a look forward as the organization approaches its 100th anniversary.
Professor says reality fans may be addicted to punishment
By Shannon Felton -- November 12, 2009 Some reality TV fans may be gluttons for punishment as they look to see how the "bad guys" get their comeuppance. However, a SUNY Oswego professor argues one show is adding a twist to this formula.
Panelists see new uses for technology in the classroom
By Katie-Coral Sicora -- November 12, 2009 Educators try to use new technologies, like Wikis and websites, to enhance the classroom learning experience.
Time and faith play role in Obama's campaign oratory
By Katie-Coral Sicora -- November 12,2009 Panelists analyze how Barack Obama used time and religion in his campaign speeches to impress and inspire voters.
Interview: Dawn O. Braithwaite on roundtable discussions
By Gregory Payne -- November 12, 2009 Gregory Payne interviews Dawn O. Braithwaite (University of Nebraska-Lincoln, NCA First Vice President) after the Roundtable Discussions session.
Panelists discuss the politics behind the hairstyle
By Abbey Niezgoda -- November 12, 2009 It was a discussion of hair at politics at the panel on "Reflections of Blackness: Discourses of Hair and Body Politics in an Era of Change."
Tweeting, blogging and videos
Information from Emerson College students about the morning panels and presentations can be found in several spots. Check out the blogs, NCA News and Twitter.
Tweeting: The new sound at NCA
By Abbey Niezgoda -- November 12, 2009 The clicking of a smart phone keyboard is a sound every ear is getting used to hearing in the age of new technology. Twitter has invaded NCA communications activities and presentations.
NCA 2009 presenters parse social networks
By Brent Baughman -- November 12, 2009 A panel of scholars dig deep to find out how social networks are changing the way we communicate.
Tragedy in news brings tragedy home for researchers
By Abbey Niezgoda -- November 12, 2009 The tragic events following Hurricane Katrina, Virginia Tech shooting and the Sept. 11 attack provide insight in faculty research.
Comunicadores toman Chicago
Por Brenna Ruiz-Gordon -- Jueves 12 de Noviembre de 2009Bajo el título Discursos de Estabilidad y Cambio, la conferencia número 95 de la Asociación Nacional de Comunicadores (NCA por sus siglas en inglés), inicia hoy en Chicago, Illinois.
An interview with James Beggs
By Brent Baughman -- November 12, 2009James Beggs (Grand Canyon University), on his expectations before a paper session titled "Communication and Social Networks."
First full day of NCA activities
The first full day of coverage of the National Communication Association convention in Chicago is underway. Emerson College students will be putting up blog posts and news items throughout the convention.