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See also the job board blog for updates about employment opportunities.

Graduate Student Travel Grants Available

By: Stephanie Smith | Apr 20

ABC is offering travel grants for graduate students to come to Miami

Miami Submission Deadline April 30!

By: Stephanie Smith | Apr 20

Miami Submissions are due April 30!

MW/SE Conference Proposal Deadline - Monday, February 5

By: Kathryn M Rybka | Jan 28

Dear Association for Business Communication Member,

It's not too late to submit a session proposal for the ABC Midwestern/Southeastern Regional Conference in Cincinnati, Ohio on April 12-14, 2018! . . .

Call for Papers - ABC Panel at MLA Conference

By: William Christopher Brown | Jan 16

ABC's Modern Language Association Liaison Committee posted a call for papers in our community “Blog.”

Visit this page and like our blog! On this same page, you can get a feed from this blog by . . . .

April 12-14, 2018 ABC MW/SE Conference in Cincinnati, Ohio USA - Call for Proposals

By: Kathryn M Rybka | Jan 10

Dear ABC Member,

Happy New Year! Begin 2018 by submitting a proposal for the ABC Midwestern/Southeastern Conference that will be held in Cincinnati, Ohio USA from April 12-14.

For more information, visit the webpage for the conference.

Proposals are due by Monday, January 29.

Submissions Open, ABC 83rd Annual Conference, Miami, Oct 2018

By: Susan Schanne | Jan 8

Dear ABC Members,

Submissions for the 83rd Annual International Conference October 24-27, 2018 in Miami, Florida, USA, are now open! Join us as we experience the warmth and hospitality of this culturally rich community.

Please be sure to read and follow the newly updated submission . . . .

IJBC Newsletter - January 2018

By: Jacqueline Mayfield | Jan 8

Happy New Year to Everyone,

We want to invite everyone to read the latest International Journal of Business Communication newsletter. As always, the IJBC newsletter provides a great way to keep up with topics important for business communication researchers and special events associated . . . .

ABC Regional Conference at the University of Alcalá, 2018

By: Mercedes Díez-Prados | Jan 8

The Organizing Committee of the ABC (Association for Business Communication) Europe, Africa and Middle East Regional Conference invites you to participate in this international scientific event that will take place from the 11th to the 13th of July, 2018 at the University of Alcalá. . . .

Now Online: Business and Professional Communication Quarterly Vol. 80, No. 4, December 2017

By: Alfredo Deambrosi | Dec 12

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Now Online: International Journal of Business Communication Vol. 55, No. 1, January 1, 2018

By: Alfredo Deambrosi | Dec 11

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Call for ABC Technology Coordinator

By: James Michael Dubinsky | Dec 7

The Association for Business Communication (ABC) is seeking a Technology Coordinator to serve as the organization’s chief technology officer. This person ensures the smooth operation of both the website and ABC’s social media presence. This individual works closely with the Executive . . . .

ABC Newsletter Call for Items

By: Sky Marsen | Nov 21

Dear ABC Members,

It's time for the Winter 2017 issue of the newsletter. Please send me items of interest to our colleagues. These include relevant stories on business communication events and initiatives, awards and achievements, research projects, conferences and new books. . . .

Student Competition Award Announcement

By: Jenna Haugen | Nov 17

Thank you to those who entered the 2017 Student Competition Award! We had 28 great entries from 18 instructors. After a blind review by our Student Competition Award committee and a blind review by two business professionals, we announced the following winners at our 2017 ABC conference in . . . .

Communication Design Quarterly - Special Issue Deadline Nov 1

By: Kristin Pickering | Oct 26

From Sara Hopton:

SPECIAL ISSUE DEADLINE APPROACHING: NOV 1

Communication Design Quarterly invites scholars, teachers, and practitioners to submit a 300 word abstract for consideration to the call "Environmental Communication in the Age of Unreason: New Research, Roles, and the . . . .

Guidebook - Ireland Conference App for Your Device

By: Alfredo Deambrosi | Oct 12

ABC’s 82nd Annual International Conference is just a week away!

The Guidebook mobile app is now available to help you prepare for this year’s conference. With Guidebook, you can:

- Access information about conference sessions
- Create a personal electronic schedule of events with . . .

IJBC Newsletter - October 2017

By: Robyn Walker | Oct 11

In this issue of the International Journal of Business Communication Newsletter, you will find information about the ABC 82nd Annual International Conference, and a summary of the articles found in this month’s issue. . . .

Ireland Tips & Conference Program Online

By: Jean Bush-Bacelis | Oct 9

Dear ABC Ireland participants,

The conference is just around the corner; Gail and I want to remind you to dress for the Irish weather. Also note below: presentation time and LEAP card availability.

The conference program is on the conference website . . . .

Proposals for Society for Technical Communication Due October 6

By: Alfredo Deambrosi | Oct 4

The Society for Technical Communication’s 65th Technical Communication Summit Call for Proposals deadline has been extended to Friday, 6 October 2017 due by 11:59 PM. The 65th Summit will be held at the Hyatt Regency Orlando from 20-23 May in Orlando, Florida. The Summit fosters . . . .

Schedule Updates & Registration Reminder - ABC Ireland

By: Gail Cruise | Sep 29

Check the ABC website for schedules--both a Presenter Session Schedule (with recent updates) and the Schedule at a Glance.

Registration rates increase Sep 29 to: $475 member; $600 non-member.

Space is available in all workshops.

Limited space is available in these excursions: Welcome . . . .

Call for Nominations - Association Awards

By: Bertha Du-Babcock | Sep 29

Dear ABC members,

The Nominating Committee invites you to nominate candidates for three special Association for Business Communication awards specified in the bylaws. Please submit your nominations to me by next Friday, October 6. Board members and committee chairs are especially encouraged . . . .

Oct 1 Deadline - ABC Southwest US Conference Submissions

By: Kelly Grant | Sep 28

An invitation to all ABC members!

The Association for Business Communication Southwestern Region, in partnership with the Federation of Business Disciplines, is holding its yearly conference in Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA from March 7–10, 2018.

We invite you to submit a proposal for a . . . .

ABC Newsletter Issue 14, Fall 2017

By: Sky Marsen | Sep 27

Our annual conference is coming up in just a few short weeks. As you probably have seen, the program is promising an interesting, exciting and memorable conference.

Read more in Issue 14 of the ABC Newsletter.

Now Online: International Journal of Business Communication Vol. 54, No. 4, October 2017

By: Alfredo Deambrosi | Sep 26

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2. Select Browse BPCQ and IJBC Online.
3. Click the IJBC image.

Now Online: Business and Professional Communication Quarterly Vol. 80, No. 3, September 2017

By: Alfredo Deambrosi | Sep 26

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2. Select Browse BPCQ and IJBC Online.
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Employment Opportunities Notebook—2017 ABC Conference

By: Ronda Henderson | Sep 21

Employment Opportunities—2017 ABC Conference

During the annual ABC conference, the Employment Opportunities Committee displays a notebook at the member networking table in the exhibit area that lists Open Positions as well as Applicants Seeking Employment.

Applicants: To promote yourself at . . .

ABC Southwestern Region Call for Papers Deadline Oct 1

By: Kelly Grant | Sep 11

Marty Baker Graham Research Award - Deadline September 15

By: Matthew R. Sharp | Sep 8

Dear Colleagues:

The deadline for the Margaret Baker Graham Research Grant is September 15.

Doctoral students entering the research phase of their program should apply for this award, so please forward this reminder to any grad students who may be eligible. Nominations by faculty members . . . .

Rising Star Award - Deadline September 15

By: Matthew R. Sharp | Sep 8

Dear Colleagues:

The deadline for applications for the ABC Rising Star Award is September 15.

The Rising Star Award recognizes the meaningful contributions to the mission and membership of our Association and to the field at large by members who have been active in the Association for 10 . . . .

ABC Southwestern US Call for Papers - Albuquerque March 2018

By: Kelly Grant | Aug 30

Silent Auction - Benefit for ABC Grad Travel and Irish Charity

By: James Michael Dubinsky | Aug 22

Dear ABC Members,

Our 82nd annual international conference is quickly approaching, and, for the fifth consecutive year, we will partner with a nonprofit organization in the city that is hosting us. This year our partner in Dublin is Suas, an organization that creates . . . .

ABC Ireland - Presentation Schedule Online + Workshop Time Change

By: Jean Bush-Bacelis | Aug 18

We have great pre-conference workshops ($40 option) offered Wednesday, October 18, 2017 and sign-ups are rolling in. Please note the Rubrics workshop schedule change to Wednesday afternoon instead of Wednesday morning. We hope you can arrive in time to participate in one or more workshops. . . .

Call for Newsletter Items

By: Sky Marsen | Aug 18

Dear ABC Members,

It's time for the Fall 2017 issue of the newsletter. As usual, I'm requesting items of interest to our colleagues. These include relevant stories on business communication events and initiatives, awards and achievements, research projects, conferences and new books. . . .

ABC Ireland - Register & Reserve Lodging

By: Gail Cruise | Aug 16

It’s time to register for the conference and reserve your lodging for the October 18-21 ABC Ireland conference. Visit the site for a schedule summary. A schedule with presentation times will be posted this week.

Lodging: Rooms at the conference venue, The Royal Marine, are going quickly. . . .

Reminder: ABC Graduate Student Travel Scholarships

By: Matthew R. Sharp | Aug 14

Dear Colleagues:

Tomorrow is the deadline for ABC’s Graduate Student Travel Scholarship for this year’s International Conference in Ireland. This deadline will not be extended. Please forward the below information to any of your graduate students attending the . . . .

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Member Survey - Diversity and Inclusion

By: James Michael Dubinsky | Aug 14

Dear ABC Members,

ABC is striving to improve our efforts to meet the diverse needs of our members and create conference experiences that are as inclusive as possible. Please use the link below to provide your input. Thank you!

Please check your email for a link to the survey. . . .

Ambassador Award

By: James Michael Dubinsky | Jul 14

Dear ABC Members,

Please consider nominating yourself or an eligible colleague for ABC's Ambassador Award.

The award is intended to help newer ABC members build their careers while also promoting ABC at non-ABC conferences. It provides an opportunity for our members to participate in . . . .

IJBC Newsletter - July 2017

By: Robyn Walker | Jul 7

In this issue of the International Journal of Business Communication Newsletter, you will find a call for research collaborators, information about the ABC 82nd Annual International Conference, and a summary of the articles found in this month’s issue. . . .

Rising Star Award - Call for Nominations

By: Matthew R. Sharp | Jun 22

Dear Colleagues:

The Association for Business Communication is once again accepting applications for the Rising Star Award. The Rising Star Award recognizes the meaningful contributions to the mission and membership of our Association and to the field at large by members who have been active . . .

Marty Baker Graham Research Award - Call for Nominations

By: Matthew R. Sharp | Jun 21

Dear Colleagues:

The Association for Business Communication is once again accepting applications for the Margaret Baker Graham Research Grant. The grant will be awarded at this year’s International Conference in Ireland.

If you are a doctoral student entering the research phase of your . . . .

ABC Newsletter Issue 13, Summer 2017

By: Sky Marsen | Jun 20

We have another packed issue with interesting news from ABC and our members. We are preparing for the next annual conference in Ireland.

Read more in Issue 13 of the ABC Newsletter.

ABC Graduate Student Travel Scholarships

By: Matthew R. Sharp | Jun 20

Dear Colleagues:

Please forward the below information to any of your graduate students attending ABC in Ireland.

The Association for Business Communication is pleased to announce the availability of several $400 travel scholarships to support graduate students presenting at the 2017 . . . .

Now Online: Business and Professional Communication Quarterly Vol. 80, No. 2, June 2017

By: Alfredo Deambrosi | Jun 13

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2. Select Browse BPCQ and IJBC Online.
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Proceedings Submissions - Due June 18

By: Leigh Ann Whittle | Jun 10

This is a friendly reminder that all conference proceedings submissions for the 82nd Annual Association for Business Communication Conference in Dublin are due Sunday, June 18, 2017. We hope you'll consider submitting, as the proceedings offer a much wider distribution of your scholarship and create

Pearson Award for Innovation in Teaching with Technology - Call for Nominees

By: Lydia Musher | Jun 5

I'm reaching out today to ask you to nominate yourself or a colleague for the ABC's Pearson Award for Innovation in Teaching with Technology. The Pearson award -- a $1,000 prize -- recognizes innovative uses of technology to enhance learning and engagement in business communication . . . .

Call for Nominations - Editor International Journal of Business Communication

By: Jason Snyder | Jun 1

The Publications Board of the Association for Business Communication (ABC) is soliciting nominations for the Editor of International Journal of Business Communication (IJBC). Applications will be accepted through this weekend, June 11. Self-nominations are welcome. IJBC, first published in . . . .

Election Results - ABC 2017

By: James Michael Dubinsky | May 31

Dear ABC Members,

Please join me in congratulating the following individuals whom you elected to office. They will begin serving their 4-year term January, 2018. ABC will benefit from their knowledge and experience. . . .

Call for Nominations - 2017 APCC/ABC Excellence in Communication Consulting Award

By: Barbara L Shwom | May 31

Call for Nominations

2017 APCC/ABC Excellence in Communication Consulting Award

Deadline: July 1, 2017

Dear ABC members:

The Association of Professional Communication Consultants and the ABC Consulting SIG invite your nominations for the Excellence in Communication Consulting Award. . . .

Now Online: International Journal of Business Communication Vol. 54, No. 3, July 2017

By: Alfredo Deambrosi | May 30

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2. Select Browse BPCQ and IJBC Online.
3. Click the IJBC image.

Call for Newsletter Items

By: Sky Marsen | May 17

Dear ABC Members,

It's time for the Summer 2017 issue of the newsletter. Please send me any items of interest. These include relevant stories on business communication events and initiatives, awards and achievements, research projects, conferences and new books. Please attach photos in jpeg. . . .

Call for Nominations - ABC Publication Awards 2017

By: Jason Snyder | May 13

Call for Nominations

2017 ABC Publication Awards

Deadline: June 15, 2017

The Association for Business Communication Publication Board invites your nominations for one of the 2017 ABC Publication Awards. The nomination deadline is June 15.

Please review selection criteria and . . . .