As we prepare for ECA's 101^st annual convention, we reflect on the reasons we have had to celebrate during our centennial year.  Our 100^th anniversary convention attracted a record-setting number of attendees (860) from 34 states.  The event provided us with an opportunity to reflect on the history of our Association, to honor the officers who have served ECA, and to welcome 288 students who represent our future.  If you have not already renewed your ECA membership, please take a moment to do - simply log on to the Members Area and then click on 'Pay My Dues'.  If you plan to attend the 101^st convention in Baltimore this April, consider the Sponsor option when renewing -- $90 covers annual membership and convention registration fees (a savings of up to $35).  From sharing scholarship to networking with colleagues, the benefits associated with my ECA membership are priceless!  New to ECA? Please click on the Membership tab to join!

Janie Harden Fritz (First Vice President) is putting together an incredible convention program for our 101^st meeting.  The convention theme, "Charting a Course: Meeting New Horizons," will feature "Focus on the Future" -- sessions designed to initiate dialogues about the future of our interest groups, our discipline, and our Association.  Mark your calendar and join us from April 22-25^th at the Hyatt Regency Inner Harbor!  Plan early to ensure your space in the convention hotel -click here to make your hotel reservation. This year's Convention Awards Luncheon will feature Dr. P.M. Forni, professor at Johns Hopkins University and co-founder of the Johns Hopkins Civility Project, as our keynote speaker.  Be sure to check back for the preliminary convention schedule which will be posted in February!