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The mission of Central States Communication Association (CSCA) is to unite and educate people with both an affinity to the central region of the United States and a scholarly interest in all areas of communication for promotion of their mutual goals and advancement of their field.
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10/20/2026
CSCA Faculty Learning Community Call
The Central States Communication Association invites students/scholars who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color to participate in a Faculty Learning Community for 2026/2027.
09/25/2026
CSCA Call for Applications/Nominations ... Communication Studies, Editor
The Central States Communication Association (CSCA) is seeking nominations for the Editor of Communication Studies, 2028-2030. The next editor is responsible for issues published in 2028; this will necessitate a transition to the editorship and training on ScholarOne starting January 1, 2027. The incoming editor is expected to start to handle manuscripts from February 1, 2027. Self-nominations are encouraged. To be considered, nominees should be housed at a program that will offer the necessary support and should be tenured.
09/16/2026
CSCA 2027 Hall of Fame Award Call
The Hall of Fame recognizes long-standing members of the Central States Communication Association (CSCA) who have demonstrated a sustained and exemplary commitment to the discipline of communication.
09/14/2026
CSCA - Call for Nominations – Cooper Award
The prestigious Cooper Award, named after former CSCA President Pamela J. Cooper, is presented to one M.A.-level graduate teaching assistant and one Ph.D.-level graduate teaching assistant in recognition of excellent teaching by a graduate student. At the annual convention, the recipients each receive a cash award and a certificate.
