Ohio Communication Association

Scholarship. Education. Communication.

The mission of the Ohio Communication Association is to promote excellence in communication scholarship and practice within the state of Ohio and beyond. The organization seeks to create inclusive spaces for meaningful and sustained connections among diverse stakeholders in order to facilitate academic and professional development.

One of the oldest state associations in the US, our goal is to provide platforms for our members to strengthen their teaching, research, and service skills. From the annual conference to our award-winning journal, there are numerous opportunities to engage in this vibrant organization. Explore our website and join us as we advance the communication discipline.

The purpose of the Ohio Communication Association is to unite people who are interested in communication studies. As president of the Ohio Communication Association, I’m proud to lead an organization dedicated to bringing together individuals who share a passion for communication. Now more than ever, strong communication is essential—in our classrooms, workplaces, and communities. OCA continues to foster these vital connections through our annual conference, peer-reviewed journal, and social media presence. I invite you to join us in these ongoing efforts and conversations as we work together to use communication skills for good while navigating these challenging times together.

-Dr. Rhiannon B. Kallis, OCA President

Our Commitment to a Just and Inclusive Community

The Ohio Communication Association is and remains steadfast in our commitment to all matters of access, belonging, and justice. We are fully committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment for all individuals. We value and support people of all backgrounds and experiences.

Therefore, we are committed to:

Fostering a welcoming, worldwide community that values a broad range of perspectives and experiences.

Encouraging the interest and active participation from individuals whose voices have historically been underrepresented or overlooked.

Continually reviewing and improving our practices and procedures – across leadership, our annual conference, and our affiliated academic journal – to ensure fairness, accessibility, and broad participation.

By recognizing the historic and contemporary inequities within and beyond the field of communication, we are better able to engage in the meaningful work of dismantling them.

OCA Communication Posters

Do you need some information about the Communication discipline for your campus or office? Winners from the student design contest from Clark State College are provided here for your use. Click here to view and download posters highlighting the communication discipline.