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2021 Annual Conference Now Fully Virtual

By: James Michael Dubinsky | Aug 17

After considerable fact-finding and deliberation, our Board of Directors voted to transition from a hybrid event this year to an entirely virtual one. The risk to our members’ health was one we simply could not take, particularly with Florida being one of the primary hot spots in the nation.

Award for Excellence in Communication Consulting - Call for Nominations Due Aug 31

By: Barbara L Shwom | Aug 5

The Association of Professional Communication Consultants (APCC) and the Association for Business Communication (ABC) invite ABC members who are full- or part-time communication consultants to apply for a jointly sponsored, annual Award for Excellence in Communication Consulting.

ABC Award Nominations Requested by Jul 1

By: Marcel M Robles | Jun 28

The Nominating Committee is seeking nominations for the following awards to be announced at the ABC Annual International Conference in October

ABC Conference Venue - Escape to Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay

By: Susan Schanne | Jun 10

We are excited to announce the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay is the location of ABC’s 86th Annual International Conference this October in Tampa, Florida! What a gift to reconnect with friends and colleagues, both virtually and face-to-face.

ABC Announces Hybrid Annual Conference - Submit by Apr 26

By: Geert Jacobs | Apr 12

I am writing to let you know that, after careful consideration, the ABC Board of Directors has decided to make this year's Annual Conference October 18-23 a hybrid event. This means that we will work to combine remote online participation options with a physical on-site conference.

ABC Conference Deadline Extended - April 26

By: Ryan P. Fuller | Apr 12

Have you submitted to the Association for Business Communication's 86th Annual International Conference?

Because of the pending decision regarding the format of the conference (virtual or a combination of virtual and face-to-face), we are extending the deadline for submissions to Monday, April 26

ABC Partner with GABC for 86th Annual International Conference

By: Susan Schanne | Apr 6

Welcome Global Advances in Business Communication!

We are excited to announce the partnership between the 13th GABC Tricontinental Annual Conference and the 86th ABC Annual International Conference. All participants have a two-for-one opportunity by submitting proposals to both GABC and ABC tracks

How Do You Teach Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion? - Submit to Participate in Roundtable

By: Jacquelyn Lowman | Mar 16

As you’re preparing for our October annual conference, please consider being part of the lightning roundtable: “How Do You Teach Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion?” The roundtable will be a forum in which panelists—and audience--will share best practices.

Call for Reviewers - ABC Annual International Conference

By: Susan Schanne | Jan 28

ABC Call for Volunteer Reviewers

In the past, many of you have submitted to and presented at our ABC conferences. As you build out your service activities this term, please click here to volunteer as a peer reviewer for the 86th Annual ABC Conference.

Call for Proposals - ABC 2021 Annual International Conference

By: Ryan P. Fuller | Jan 11

Join colleagues from around the world at the 2021 Association for Business Communication Annual International Conference as we share ideas to shape the future of business communication in an uncertain world.

Western ABC Bulletin - Fall 2020

By: Jolanta Aritz | Nov 11

Our very successful virtual ABC annual conference may be over, but our scholarship and research are continuing to be shared. I am very happy to announce the Fall 2020 issue of the Western ABC Bulletin (https://abcwest.org/).

Call for Cases - 2021 Student Competition Due Oct 27

By: Ann Marie Alexander | Oct 19

Submit your favorite case to the 2021 Student Competition. We are looking for cases that challenge students to be audience-centric, use appropriate tone and style, and persuade their receiver to take a course of action.

Workshops at ABC Virtual Conference

By: Deirdre (Dee) Fuchs | Sep 22

Join your ABC colleagues for a deep-dive through workshops offered during this year’s virtual ABC Conference. During the registration process, members may "add on" up to two workshops at the virtual rate (free!) with the use of a discount code. Sign-ups are limited, so do so early.

Schedule and Presenter Tips - Annual International Conference

By: Ashley Keller Nelson | Sep 18

The presenter schedule for the virtual 2020 ABC Annual International Conference Tuesday, October 27 to Saturday, October 31 is ready for a sneak peek on the conference page, along with presenter tips that can help for both the conference and in your classroom.

Update on Virtual Conference Live Presentation Options and Registration

By: James Michael Dubinsky | Aug 17

ABC recently contracted with Pathable to provide a cutting-edge platform for this year’s virtual conference. They have a strong record of success: two “sister” organizations chose Pathable for their virtual events this year.

Call for Cases - ABC Student Competition 2021

By: Ann Marie Alexander | Aug 7

Call for Nominations-Award for Excellence in Communication Consulting - DUE Aug. 31!

By: Barbara L Shwom | Aug 5

The Association of Professional Communication Consultants (APCC) and the Association for Business Communication (ABC) invite full- and part-time communication consultants to apply for a jointly sponsored, annual Award for Excellence in Communication Consulting.

ABC Rising Star Award - Deadline Extended to July 30

By: Marcel M Robles | Jul 21

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 years or fewer and who are currently in good standing.

Call for Nominations-Outstanding Researcher Award -Due July 20

By: Sky Marsen | Jul 9

We are extending the deadline for nominations for the Outstanding Researcher Award in Memory of Kitty O. Locker. The Award recognizes and encourages excellence in business communication research.

One More Chance to Participate in ABC 2020 Annual International Conference

By: Deirdre (Dee) Fuchs | Jun 26

With our annual conference moving to a virtual format, we wanted to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to participate. As a result, we are opening the proposal system for one week, beginning this Friday, June 26.

Call for Nominations-Distinction in the Practice of Diversity and Inclusion Award

By: Jacquelyn Lowman | Jun 24

Please consider nominating yourself or some other deserving ABC member for the Distinction in the Practice of Diversity and Inclusion Award. The award is another wonderful way to share the fine work you are doing in diversity and inclusion.

ABC Annual International Conference - Going Virtual for October 2020

By: Geert Jacobs | Jun 12

Given the tremendous amount of uncertainty caused by Covid-19, your Board of Directors has decided on a course of action that should provide the best possible outcome for our organization. Below we outline our plans for the next three years:

Rising Star Award Applications Open

By: Marcel M Robles | Jun 2

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 in ABC...

How Do You Teach Diversity? - Share Your Topic

By: Jacquelyn Lowman | May 22

Your experiences with your students are perfect topics to share during a “How Do You Teach Diversity?” Lightning Roundtable. We take an extremely broad view of diversity and inclusion.

Call for Applicants - Innovation in Teaching with Technology Award

By: Susanna Shelton Clason | May 22

The Teaching Committee invites nominations for the Innovation in Teaching with Technology Award. Sponsored by Amy Newman, the reinvigorated award recognizes innovative uses of technology to enhance learning and engagement in business communication classrooms.

Graduate Student Travel Grants-ABC San Diego Conference

By: Stephen Carradini | May 14

The Association for Business Communication is pleased to announce the ABC Graduate Student Travel Grants. Several $400 travel grants will be awarded to support graduate students presenting on business communication research, pedagogical innovations, or diversity and inclusion initiatives

ABC's Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Award - Call for Nominations

By: Sky Marsen | May 14

We invite nominations for the ABC Award for Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation on Business Communication. This award is conferred annually to the writer of an outstanding doctoral dissertation or thesis in the area of business communication.

Call for Nominations - Margaret (Marty) Baker Graham Research Grant

By: Stephen Carradini | May 14

During her career in higher education, Dr. Marty Graham (Iowa State University) worked diligently to support the advancement of graduate students, particularly female, non-traditional students.

Call for Proposals-ABC Graduate Studies Sponsored Panel

By: Stephen Carradini | May 14

The Graduate Studies Committee of the Association for Business Communication (ABC) invites graduate students to submit proposals for the Graduate Studies sponsored panel at our upcoming conference in San Diego, California, October 28-31, 2020.

ABC San Diego - Topic Idea - Submission Deadline May 18

By: Technology Coordinator | May 8

As we navigate this brave new world, all of us can use some tips to enhance our online and remote teaching. If you have experience transitioning courses to online formats and developing engaging remote activities, please submit a proposal to present at our fall ABC conference.

Call for Nominations - ABC Outstanding Teacher-Scholar Award

By: Andrew Quagliata | May 8

Consider nominating yourself or a colleague for the Outstanding Teacher-Scholar Award in Memory of Meada Gibbs. This award recognizes, encourages, and rewards excellence in teaching business communication.

The application process is easy and begins with a letter of nomination for yourself or a coll

Call for Papers-Feature Topic BPCQ-The Rhetoric of Sustainability-DEADLINE EXTENSION

By: Sam DeKay | May 8

Call for Papers: Business Practices Feature Topic for Business and Professional Communication Quarterly - The Rhetoric of Sustainability

Call for Nominations-Distinction in the Practice of Diversity and Inclusion Award

By: Jacquelyn Lowman | May 8

Publication Awards: Call for Nominations

By: Jason Snyder | May 8

Call for nominations for best book on business communication and best article in IJBC and BPCQ

ABC San Diego Conference Submission Deadline Extended - May 18

By: Technology Coordinator | Apr 27

We understand the turmoil the virus has caused. As a result, we have further extended the submission deadline for the October 28-31 ABC Annual International Conference in San Diego to May 18.

Ron Dulek on 50 Years of Teaching BComm

By: James Michael Dubinsky | Apr 16

During this time of Covid-19 and social distancing, we are still present, behind the scenes, working to move forward on a number of initiatives, one of which is this new ABC YouTube Channel containing video lectures: https://tinyurl.com/slxe2zb

Subscribe to ABC on YouTube!

By: Technology Coordinator | Apr 7

ABC now has a YouTube channel which includes an important update message from our President, Geert Jacobs.

Throughout the pandemic, ABC will be sharing special e-lectures for you, and the first one by Rudi Palmieri is already on our channel.

Conference Submission Deadline Extended - April 27

By: James Michael Dubinsky | Mar 27

The ABC Conference Team and Executive Committee continue to monitor the ongoing situation regarding the impact of Covid-19. To address the turmoil caused by the virus so far, we have extended the submission deadline for the October 28-31 ABC Annual International Conference in San Diego to April 27.

2020 Health and Travel Information

By: James Michael Dubinsky | Mar 6

As an international organization, ABC is committed to the health and safety of our members, affiliate organizations, and our world at large. The following information may be useful to you as you navigate your travel plans during the Coronavirus.

ABC's Diversity & Inclusion Statement

By: Jacquelyn Lowman | Feb 20

No matter who you are, where you come from, or what your areas of interest in business communication are, ABC welcomes you.

Submissions Open - ABC 85th Annual International Conference-San Diego October 2020

By: Technology Coordinator | Jan 22

Submissions are open for the 85th Annual International Conference October 28 to 31, 2020 in San Diego, California USA! Join us as we celebrate our theme, "Strengthening B-comm in an era where perception is reality."

2019 Special Election Results

By: Technology Coordinator | Jan 17

Please extend your congratulations to those who were elected in the December 2019 Special Election filling two open Board of Director’s positions.

These officers began their four-year terms on January 1, 2020.

2019 ABC Conference Schedule

By: Technology Coordinator | Oct 23

This year we are using our website (rather than Guidebook) to share schedule and presenter information. There are 3 ways to access the schedule

Silent Auction to Benefit Graduate Student Travel Fund

By: Becky Crews | Sep 17

For our sixth year in a row, the C. R. Anderson Foundation will hold a Silent Auction to benefit the Graduate Student Travel Grants. Our graduate students bring fantastic ideas and energy to our organization. Receiving a travel grant certainly helped my entrance into this organization six years ago,

Call for Cases-Student Competition Award

By: Jenna Haugen | Aug 6

Do you have a favorite challenging case that you use in your Business Communication course? The Student Competition Award committee is currently seeking cases to be used for the 2020 competition.

ABC Conference Cruise-Submission Deadline Aug 15

By: Jolanta Aritz | Aug 5

We hope that you had a restful summer. As we enter the month of August and with it, the start of a new academic year, we want to remind you that the submission deadline for ABC West Baja Mexico Cruise conference (March 1-5, 2020) is in ten days. Please submit your proposals online by August 15, 2019

Call for Nominations - Fellow of the Association

By: Lisa Gueldenzoph Snyder | Aug 3

The "Fellow of the Association" award recognizes excellence in the discipline of business communication and its related areas of study and is the most respected honor of the ABC awards program.

ABC Detroit Conference Schedule and Excursions

By: Clive Muir | Jul 22

We hope you have the ABC Annual International Conference on your calendar for October 23-26, 2019. Check out the Detroit conference page for details on registration, lodging, optional workshops, optional excursions, and schedules. YES! The presenter schedule is posted.

Call for Papers - ABC SWUS Conference in San Antonio, TX

By: Kayla Sapkota | Jul 22

The Association for Business Communication Southwestern Region, in partnership with the Federation of Business Disciplines (FBD), is holding its annual conference in historic San Antonio, Texas, USA on March 11–13, 2020.

Opportunities for Graduate Students at ABC Detroit Closing Soon

By: Stephen Carradini | Jul 16

The Graduate Studies Committee would like to offer a reminder that applications for two graduate student opportunities at the ABC International Conference in Detroit are due soon.