The official X account for the Popular Media & Culture Division of the International Communication Association @icahdq Tweets by SEC rep Miriam Rahali
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SECRs - As you prepare for #ICA26, PMC has curated a list of events focused on your professional growth and development. Make the most of your time in Cape Town (and virtually!) by adding these sessions to your schedule. Looking forward to connecting with you soon.
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The Countdown to #ICA26 is on! If you’re looking for tips to present with confidence, network with intention and communicate with impact, then tune in to the webinar on Thursday, April 30th, as the LSI team shares their conference playbook.
Register here forms.office.com/r/pWbbtMsCt…
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And the (Early Career Scholar) Award goes to… Learn more about our seven outstanding nominees (icapopular.com/awards) and cast your vote for the most deserving candidate (bit.ly/EarlyCareerScholarVot…)! The winner will be announced at #ICA26.
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And the (Early Career Scholar) Award goes to… Learn more about our seven outstanding nominees (icapopular.com/awards) and cast your vote for the most deserving candidate (bit.ly/EarlyCareerScholarVot…)! The winner will be announced at #ICA26.
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Eligibility: All active members of ICA's PMC have access to vote; you must be signed into your profile to be recognized as a member of PMC.
Deadline: The ballot will close promptly at 12:00 noon ICA headquarters time (EDT) on 30 March.
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Thoughts on how to improve PMC? Don’t wait for the business meeting – have your say in this brief survey. Your responses will not only inform our strategic priorities, but also ensure that the vision for our division’s future is member-driven. bit.ly/PMCsurvey26
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In an effort to not only recognize exceptional new talent, but also remove financial barriers to entry, PMC has committed to covering the Early Registration cost of #ICA26 for all Tier B & C student presenters. Contact Dr. Rahali (mar2007@caa.columbia.edu) by March 10, 2026.
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**Call for PMC Early Career Scholar Award Nominations**
To apply, candidates must be within seven years of receiving their PhD (self-nominations are accepted). Contact SEC representative Miriam Rahali (mar2007@caa.columbia.edu) for more details.
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Flashback Friday! At ICA’25 I volunteered as a research escalator mentor and partnered up with Jiahui Xing (University of Sydney) to discuss a new formula for how digital influencers and fashion work to reshape China’s global image. We are currently seeking mentors for ICA’26!
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If you’re open to new ideas and interested in providing tailored guidance to students, we want to hear from you! (Especially if you have expertise in: Fan identities; Social Media; Gaming and Consumption; Algorithms; Crypto-finance; and Youth and Technology]
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Did you publish a book in 2024 or 2025?! PMC is once again honoring an author whose significant academic scholarship advances discussions in our field. Get your nomination package in by February 9th! (DM me for more details).
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ICA Popular Media & Culture retweeted
The reviewer deadline has been extended by an extra week! If you’re finding it challenging to complete your assignments by Friday, December 12, let your Planner know, and they’ll reassign them. We really appreciate all the work making #ICA26 a success! ica2026.abstractcentral.com/
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26 Nov 2025
As a THANK YOU to the reviewers for their role in making #ICA26 possible, we’re introducing a ROCK STAR REVIEWER award that acknowledges a colleague who provides exceptionally constructive and thoughtful feedback [ps Friendly reminder to finalize reviews by December 5, 2025!]
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2 Nov 2025
24 hours to go! Put the finishing touches on your submission for #ICA26. Submit by November 3rd @ 12:00pm ICA headquarters time (EST). Hope to see you in Capetown! icahdq.org/BlankCustom.asp?p…
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29 Oct 2025
Students & ECRs, do you want to share your work at #ICA26 but aren't ready to submit a full paper? PMC offers 2 inclusive & supportive pathways to promote your research: Extended abstract & Research escalator. Be sure to submit before 12pm (EST) on 11-3 for consideration.
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ICA Popular Media & Culture retweeted
17 Sep 2025
Don’t miss out! Renew your ICA membership today to keep your benefits and stay part of our global community. 👉 buff.ly/PYqfkCb
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21 Jul 2025
Welcome Our New Early Career Rep!
Thrilled to introduce Miriam Rahali as our Early Career Rep for the next 2 years! 🌟 She’ll lead social media & website updates, bringing fresh energy to our digital presence.
While she’s not on X (yet!), stay tuned for her impactful work! 👏
21 Jul 2025
👏🏻Leadership Update at PMC Division!
A huge thank you to @marilyn_ou for your dedication & contributions as Secretary—your impact has been invaluable! 🌟
Excited to welcome @lazar_dragic from @CUHKofficial as our new Secretary for the next 2 years! !🎉🎉🎉 @icahdq
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21 Jul 2025
👏🏻Leadership Update at PMC Division!
A huge thank you to @marilyn_ou for your dedication & contributions as Secretary—your impact has been invaluable! 🌟
Excited to welcome @lazar_dragic from @CUHKofficial as our new Secretary for the next 2 years! !🎉🎉🎉 @icahdq
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ICA Popular Media & Culture retweeted
15 Jun 2025
ICYMI: 🏆 Congratulations to the winners of Saturday's #ICA25 posters! 🏆 Yoo Joo Lee (Washington State U) won the Top Poster award, and Brittany Wheeler (U of California, Santa Barbara) received the Top Student Poster award!
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ICA Popular Media & Culture retweeted
15 Jun 2025
We are proud to distribute these books by Fernwood Publishing, Floating Opera Press, ibidem Press, and @transcriptweb , which encourage readers to question, "who controls the narrative" and to think deeply about speech and freedom. buff.ly/bWngc8C @icahdq
ALT Save 20% with Code CUP20SM at cup.columbia.edu. Features Titles! Distrubuted Presses. Find us at the ICA annual meeting. It includes the conference hours and the covers of: Rethinking Free Speech; Imperfect Solidarities; From Screens to Battlefields; Digital Feedback in Higher Education.
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