The American Communication Association

The American Communication Association (ACA) (www.americancomm.org) is a non-profit organization that aims for the advancement of communication through the academe and law. There are four areas of focus. First is the promotion of scholarship in the field of communication; second is the promotion of excellence in the teaching and study of communication; third is proper representation in the creation and content of communication laws and policies; and fourth is the creation of a system that would effectively evaluate and certify communication services. They also publish a scholarly journal, which is the American Communication Journal, which contains articles on the latest development in the communication industry, whether it’s on theory, technology or other pertinent issues. Joining ACA will mean being part of a community that will greatly help students, academicians, and practitioners of the field. With membership free and Internet-based, the organization ensures that participation is not only easy but accessible to all.