The Field of Communication

In this page you will find links to news and resources pertaining to the professional field of communication and its job market.

Communication Currents
Published by the National Communication Association (NCA), this online web magazine offers current communication research published by academic journals affiliated to the NCA in a language that is easy to digest for general audiences.

National Communication Association (NCA)

"NCA is a scholarly society and as such works to enhance the research, teaching, and service produced by its members on topics of both intellectual and social significance (...) NCA is the oldest and largest national organization to promote communication scholarship and education. Founded in 1914 (...) NCA takes the lead in publicizing the discipline's scholarship through press releases and regular contacts with policy makers." (From NCA's website , "About NCA," 2007).

International Communication Association (ICA)
" ICA is an academic association for scholars interested in the study, teaching, and application of all aspects of human and mediated communication. ICA began more than 50 years ago as a small association of U.S. researchers and is now a truly international association with more than 4,200 members in 70 countries (...)" (From ICA's website, "About ICA: Welcome from ICA's President," 2007).

International Association for Media and Communication Research (IAMCR)
"IAMCR is the worldwide professional organization in the field of media and communication research. Its members promote global inclusiveness and excellence within the best traditions of critical research in the field. Its objectives include strengthening and encouraging the participation of new scholars, women, and those from economically disadvantaged regions, including researchers from African, Asian and South and Central American countries." (From IAMCR's website, "About IAMCR," 2007).

Eastern Communication Association (ECA)

"The Eastern Communication Association was initially established in 1910 and continues as the oldest professional communication association in the United States. As a distinguished service-oriented organization with a history of achievement in research, criticism, communication theory, and excellence in teaching, the association welcomes members who share the goals and objectives of a membership dedicated to participation in state, regional, and national activity." (From ECA's website, "About ECA," 2007).