This division addresses gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer issues from a communication perspective, including issues from the past or present, on a local or global scale, and from across various disciplines. Through members’ research and discussions, this division also looks at the unique characteristics of GLBTQ communication in interpersonal relationships, groups, and across cultures. Research within this division pulls from multiple communication methods and theories. Division members also research the multiple and numerous approaches to sexuality.
2024 Interest Group Leadership
- Chair: Michael Tristano Jr., Towson University
- Vice Chair: Godfried Asante, San Diego State University
- Vice Chair-Elect: Taisha McMickens, University of Denver
- Immediate Past Chair: Elizabeth Whittington, Prairie View A&M University
- Secretary: Kai Armstrong
- Awards Committee: Taisha McMickens
2024 NCA Positions
- Legislative Assembly
- Michael Tristano Jr., Towson University
- Elizabeth Whittington, Prairie View A&M University
- Godfried Asante, San Diego State University
- Nominating Committee
- Elizabeth Whittington, Prairie View A&M University
GLBTQCDS Membership (2013-2024)
*Official count taken each January.
Award Calls
Business Meeting Minutes
Interest Group Election