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2026 ECA Convention Theory & Methodology Interest Group Call for Submissions

Call for Submissions
Theory & Methodology Interest Group
The 117th Annual Convention of the Eastern Communication Association
Emergence
Sheraton Station Square, Pittsburgh, PA

April 9 – April 12, 2026

Submission Deadline: October 19, 2025, 11:59 pm PST

The Theory and Methodology Interest Group is excited to extend a call for papers and session proposals from a variety of theoretical and methodological approaches, including but not limited to rhetorical, qualitative, quantitative, critical, philosophical hermeneutics, philosophy of communication, communication ethics, etc. 

We will be especially looking for submissions addressing the convention theme of Emergence. Submissions might center on emerging theories and methods or on theory and methods that are especially effective for studying emerging communication phenomena. We encourage submissions from established scholars and early career scholars/students. Theory and Methodology welcomes submissions of individual papers, panels, workshops, and round tables. 

Submission Details

ECA uses Attendee Interactive to manage submissions and reviews. All submissions must be uploaded through Attendee Interactive https://ww4.aievolution.com/eca2601/. You will be prompted to either log in using (1) ECA-specific credentials (you will be unable to use login credentials you may have created for any other association that uses Attendee Interactive) or (2) create a new User ID and Password to submit your work. Please follow the instructions below for each type of submission: 

When submitting a paper, complete the following Attendee Interactive fields: 

When submitting a panel, complete the following Attendee Interactive fields:

When submitting a round table, complete the following Attendee Interactive fields:

Technology A/V Availability
The 2026 Convention will be fully equipped with technology capabilities. A projector, screen, sound, wireless mouse and slide advancer, and Wi-Fi will be available in all breakout rooms. Presenters must supply their own laptop. Google Slides and PowerPoint templates featuring the convention theme and logo are available on the convention tab of the website. We encourage all attendees to take full advantage of these resources to create engaging presentations! 

Interest Group Contact

For questions about submissions to the Theory and Methodology Interest Group, or to volunteer to serve as a reviewer, please contact: Doran Tucker, Theory & Methodology Interest Group Chair/Planner: doran.research@gmail.com

Convention Acceptance Notifications: January 2026

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