WOMEN’S CAUCUS
Call for Papers and Panels
Central States Communication Association (CSCA)
Annual Convention-Cincinnati, Ohio
March 23-28, 2021
Inspire
The CSCA Women’s Caucus invites submissions of competitive papers and panel proposals examining the role of gender in communication studies. Our caucus has a long history of community engagement and activism, and we welcome submissions that address the intersection of civic concerns and how they impact women’s lives. We welcome a range of topics and we especially encourage members to address issues related to the convention theme of Inspire.
The Women’s Caucus is dedicated to the exploration of multiple feminisms and the ways in which intersectionality shapes identity and difference. Feminist scholarship that intersects with issues of race, class, sexuality, age, and ability are strongly encouraged. Topics of interest include women’s roles/challenges in professional organizations, interpersonal relationships, the political arena, popular culture, women and freedom of expression, and men and masculinities as they relate to the framing and relations with women.
In terms of panels, preference will be given to those with panelists representing multiple institutions rather than representing a single institution. Co-sponsorship between other CSCA divisions and interest groups is strongly encouraged.
We strongly encourage undergraduate and graduate student papers. Graduate and undergraduate students should type “STUDENT” on the upper right-hand corner of the title page. If the paper will be a student debut, please type “DEBUT STUDENT” on the upper right-hand corner of the title page and note if the author is a graduate or undergraduate student. To be considered for the association’s debut paper award, (1) the author must be a graduate student, (2) the paper must have single authorship, and (3) the paper must be the author’s first paper to be presented at CSCA. On all submissions, indicate if author(s) are CSCA members.
Awards: The Women’s Caucus issues a Top Paper and Top Student Paper award, both of which come with a $50 reward.
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Papers:
Paper Panel Proposals:
Discussion Panel Proposals:
Submission Deadline & Information:
All media requests must be made at the time of submission. Please only request media if it is absolutely essential to your presentation, as media requests will be closely examined before approval. Laptop computers will not be made available for presentations.
Submissions for CSCA 2021 must be received by 11:59 PM (CDT) on October 9, 2020. Send submissions electronically through our online system via the CSCA website.
Any questions can be directed to Amanda Brown, the chair and program planner for the Women’s Caucus, at brownama@uwstout.edu