02/26/2026

2026 ECA Health Communications Interest Group Convention Programing

Dear Health Communication Division Members,

Good morning. I am writing to share a few important updates and reminders regarding ECA 2026.

Program Information

• You can access the full, updated convention schedule here: (updated program schedule link)
• (New this year) For Health Communication Division–specific session times and locations, please see: ( ECA 2026. Health Communication Sessions.pdf)  (I INTRODUCED SOMETHING NEW THIS YEAR, PLEASE REVIEW AND PROVIDE FEEDBACK AND APPROVE)
• Division Business Meeting
  April 9
  2:30–3:45 PM
  Waterfront Room
  We strongly encourage all members to attend.

Thank You Reviewers

I would like to sincerely thank all of our reviewers who dedicated their time and expertise to reviewing submissions. Your thoughtful feedback strengthens the quality of our division and the convention program.

Important Reminders

• Technology:
  All rooms will have full technology access. Presenters are encouraged to utilize the available technology, Wi-Fi, and convention-themed slide templates convention themed slides available here. Presenters will need to bring their own laptop
• Registration:
  Register for the convention - Early Bird registration ends February 28 — be sure to register before the deadline to receive the discounted rate.
• Convention Events to Attend, we encourage you to participate in:

• Welcome Reception
• Convention-wide Keynote & Awards (no competing sessions scheduled!)
• Pub Trivia
• General Business Meeting
• President’s Reception

• Hotel Accommodations:
  Book your discounted ECA room at the Sheraton Station Square. The booking deadline is March 10. Rooms are filling quickly.
• ECA 2026 Apparel:
  ECA shirts and zip hoodies are available for pre-order here at this link. Orders will be available for pickup at convention registration. Order deadline is March 9. All Proceeds will support our students.
• First-Ever ECA Book Club:
  This year’s program features our inaugural ECA Book Club! The selected book is Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism by linguist Amanda Montell on Friday, 4:30–5:45 PM in Elwood I
  Please read the book in advance to fully participate

We look forward to an engaging and energizing convention. Thank you for your continued involvement and commitment to the Health Communication Division.

Warm regards,

Athar Memon (MBBS, MSPH)
Ph.D. Candidate – Health Communication
Vice Chair/Program Planner
Health Communication Division Annual ECA Convention 2026
Ohio University, Athens OH