Perceptions of regional communication associations

Abstract

Given the relevance of regional associations, their conventions and journals, in the process of research and information dissemination, a survey of regional communication association members was undertaken to assess perceptions of the Southern States Communication Association, primarily, and the other regional associations secondarily. Results indicated the existence of a consistent image or stereotype, both within and outside the membership of the regional associations. Impact of these findings were discussed from a faculty member's perspective.