📰 Read Christopher Ali's Presidential candidate statement in this month's newsletter — learn more about the candidate's vision for ICA's future. 👉 buff.ly/jL0eyew

📰 Read Sarah J. Jackson's Presidential candidate statement in this month's newsletter — learn more about the candidate's vision for ICA's future. 👉 buff.ly/eIzUV8v

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Starting mid-September, ICA members vote association-wide and in divisions; voting is online and polls stay open six weeks. 📩 Update your ICA profile email so you don't miss the announcement. Read presidential candidate statements in newsletter. 🔗 buff.ly/V3E7E2s

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🌍 #ICA27 Regional Hubs — Applications open! Can't make it to Glasgow? Bring ICA to your region! The Regional Hubs connect communication scholars worldwide to ICA's global community. Apply by Oct 13. 👉 buff.ly/3Jx9eQT

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As part of the 77th Annual ICA Global Conference (ICA27), taking place on 3–7 June 2027 in Glasgow, Scotland, UK, ICA is again inviting proposals for Regional Hubs from around the world. Review the…

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📢 #ICA27 Call for Blue Sky Proposals Got a big idea, a hands-on workshop, or a career-skills session that thrives on discussion — not slides? Blue Sky sessions are your chance to create something truly collaborative. 🗓️ Submissions open now through Nov 2 📝 Submit here 👉 buff.ly/2TzcPNd

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Blue Skies are broken up into several categories to aid attendees in finding the type of content that meets their needs. The examples for each type listed below are merely examples - if you have a…

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The latest ICA Newsletter is now available! 🗞️ link.icahdq.org/newsletter

📢 Submissions are now open across 37 categories! 🌍✨ Browse all 37 calls for papers and find the right fit for your research. ⏳ Deadline to submit your papers, panels, and proposals: 2 November. buff.ly/C1we7Mx

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Follow the links below to all 37 submission categories. Submissions are accepted through the ScholarOne system only. Questions about a specific DIG program should be directed to that group's planner.…

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And that's a wrap on #ICA26! 🇿🇦✨ What an incredible week in Cape Town. From groundbreaking research to inspiring conversations, and the historic milestone of ICA's first-ever conference on African soil. Thank you to every scholar, presenter, volunteer, and attendee who made #ICA26 so special.

🙌 Shoutout to our Silver Sponsor, Oxford University Press! Find them at Booth #9 in the exhibit hall — stop by and say hello! #ICA26

Heading to #ICA26 in Cape Town? Join us at the Nanyang Reception, hosted by NTU Singapore's Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (WKWSCI)! 📍 Ballroom East, CTICC 1 🗓️ Sat, 6 June 2026 | 8–10 PM 🔗

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Behind every great academic is a story they don't usually tell. Visit the Learning Wall at #ICA26 to hear them — and share your own. 🌍 Located in front of Hall 2, CTICC 1.

💛 Big thanks to our Silver Sponsor, City University of Hong Kong's Department of Media and Communication! They're at Booth #5 in the exhibit hall — don't miss them! #ICA26

🌟 A huge thank you to our Gold Sponsor, Nanyang Technological University! Be sure to stop by Booth #10 in the exhibit hall — we're glad to have them with us at #ICA26!

Heads up, #ICA26 attendees! Both venues have "Ballroom West" and "Ballroom East"—double-check whether your session is at the Westin or CTICC. Tip: hybrid sessions are always at CTICC. Avoid the wrong building! 😄

The Exhibit Hall is NOW OPEN at #ICA26! 🎉 Stop by Hall 2, CTICC1 (Ground Level) and explore what's on offer. Here are the hours: 📅 Friday, June 5 — 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM 📅 Saturday, June 6 — 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM 📅 Sunday, June 7 — 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM

The wait is over — sessions start TODAY at #ICA26! 🇿🇦✨ Communication scholars from around the world are gathering to share groundbreaking research, spark new ideas, and connect with the global community. 📛 Don't forget: wear your badge at all times to access sessions and events!

🏃‍♂️ Day 1 was fun — let’s go again! #RunningWithPresidents #ICA26 Friday, 7:30 AM 📍The Cullinan (across from the Westin) Easy 5.5k to Mouille Point and back. Good company, ocean views, ~40 min, 🌊☀️ Join us for a fresh start into first full @icahdq.bsky.social day!

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Awesome windy sunshine opening of #RunningWithPresidents #ica26 Super nice route plotted by @dscheykopp.bsky.social with 🌊 ⛰️ 🏙️ #capetown There will be an edition daily 07:30 🕢 #sharingiscaring. Join us. All welcome

📛 Don't forget your badge! All attendees must wear their conference badge to access any #ICA26 sessions & events — including the Opening Reception tonight at 19:30 in the CTICC Ballroom East. See you there! 🎉

It's officially happening — #ICA26 is HERE! 🇿🇦🎉 Registration opens TODAY from 8:00 – 20:00 in the Registration Foyer, Ground Level, CTICC1. 📛 Reminder: your badge is required to access all #ICA26 sessions and events — so don't leave your room without it!

Tomorrow it begins! 🇿🇦✨ Thursday kicks off #ICA26 with a full day of pre-conferences — and you won't want to miss the Opening Plenary at 17:45 in Auditorium 1, CTICC1. See you in Cape Town! 🚀 #ICA26

Couldn't pick up your pre-conference badge today? No worries! 👌 Collect it at the separate badge kiosk in the Registration Foyer, Ground Level, CTICC1—near main registration—on your way into the on-site pre-conference on Thursday. ⚠️ For CTICC on-site attendees only.

⏰ Pick up your #ICA26 preconference badge — TODAY! If you're attending an onsite preconference at the CTICC tomorrow, head to the Westin Cape Town, Old Harbour Level Lobby now from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Reminder: this desk has preconference badges only — not main conference badges.

Are you planning to attend #ICA26 this week? Save yourself time on-site by registering ahead of time online! Don’t miss out on all the sessions, events, and networking—secure your spot today. 👉

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🚨 Attending an onsite #ICA26 preconference at the CTICC on Thursday? Pick up your badge in advance on Wednesday, June 3 from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM at the Westin Cape Town, Old Harbour Level Lobby. Please note: this desk will only have preconference badges — not main conference badges.

📱 The ICA 2026 mobile app is here! Plan your schedule, explore sessions, connect with fellow attendees, and stay updated — all from your phone. Download now and get conference-ready! Check your inboxes for the invitation. Use the email you registered with to access. #ICA26

Bringing little ones to #ICA26? Save your spot for our parents & caregivers lunchtime picnic—take a breather and enjoy a kid-friendly meal. Today’s the last day to RSVP 🔗 buff.ly/dvOM2aS

Celebrate the exceptional contributions of Black communication scholars at the 4th Annual Black Scholars Noirée at #ICA26 — an evening of community, connection, and celebration. Today is the final day to register. 🔗 buff.ly/ISLFiyY

Celebrate the contributions of Black communication scholars at the 4th Annual Black Scholars Noirée at #ICA26 — a night of community, connection, and celebration. Register before next week’s deadline. 👉 buff.ly/ISLFiyY

Bringing your kids to #ICA26? Join our relaxed lunchtime picnic for parents and caregivers—take a conference pause and enjoy a kid-friendly lunch. RSVP by 25 May 👉 buff.ly/dvOM2aS

Bringing a guest to #ICA26? Check your confirmation email for details on how to purchase a Social Event Guest Pass.