The Purpose of the Rhetoric Society of America
The purposes of the Society shall be to gather from all relevant fields of study, and to disseminate among its members, current knowledge of rhetoric, broadly construed; to identify new areas within the subject of rhetoric in which research is especially needed, and to stimulate such research; to encourage experimentation in the teaching of rhetoric; to facilitate professional cooperation among its members, to organize meetings at which members may exchange findings and ideas; and to sponsor the publication of such materials dealing with rhetoric.
Article II, RSA Constitution
About
Student Chapters
RSA Student Chapters provide a forum for gathering locally as rhetoricians and can serve a variety of rhetoric-related functions.
more information
Rhetoric Society Quarterly
Our collaboration with Taylor & Francis allows members access to full content in all back issues of the journal
more information
Become a Member
Joining RSA puts you into direct contact to RSA conferences and institutes, and other RSA members-only resources
more information
Awards & Honors
The Rhetoric Society of America gives a Book Award and a Dissertation Award for the best work in rhetorical study in a given year.
more information
