About Us

This project could not have been undertaken without the gracious support of a number of constituents. The Department gratefully acknowledges the enthusiasm and financial support of Vice-President Betsy Bach as we worked toward developing this initiative. NCA’s Executive Committee's endorsement is also valued. In addition, Dean Janis Andersen of Emerson College is thanked for her unwavering support and creativity in putting ideas to print. Finally, Dr. Gregory Payne, Mr. Jonathan ("Satch") Satriale, and the talented Emerson College students are to be commended for their planning, indulgence, and overall espirit de corps. Look for these extraordinary young people throughout the convention and we'd appreciate your support as they embark upon archiving the 94th annual NCA convention.

Dr. Richard West
Professor & Chair
Department of Communication Studies

Thank you colleagues and friends for co-creating a true win/win!  Emerson College is in a unique position within the field of communication and we are delighted to share our talents to enhance our discipline.  As a college devoted exclusively to “Innovation in Communication and the Arts” we position our discipline differently within the higher education context.  Our students are unusually passionate in their communication interests and they have the tools and toys to develop expertise within the new media formats.  They come to Emerson College to gain communication expertise and they relish the opportunity to put their skills to practical use. 

We believe that their work at NCA will not only provide them with a wonderful field experience but will contribute to their intellectual growth in countless ways.  It is certainly a win for us and our students.  We hope that their efforts in creating information archives and in putting the messages of the communication discipline out to the public in new media forums will advance our collective mission. 

There is so much to take away from the recent historic election but one thing that it taught us is the power of information when coupled with effective communication to drive social change.  Our discipline has so much to contribute – we know that.  I hope you will find that these efforts to “produce” communication content contribute to increasing the reach of the Communication discipline to power social change.   I hope you enjoy the project and its products.

Dr. Janis Andersen
Dean, School of Communication
Emerson College