Each year, NCA honors the best in communication, presenting awards for outstanding scholarship, teaching, and professional service. The awards recognize a wide range of contributions to the communication discipline.
Read the calls for 2012 NCA award nominations.
Distingushed Scholar Award
Honors a lifetime of scholarly achievement in the study of human communication. NCA Distinguished Scholars are elected by previously named Distinguished Scholars.
Learn more about the Distinguished Scholars.
Awards for Outstanding Teaching
Awards for Outstanding Scholarship
Awards for Service
Previous Award Ceremony Programs