Criticizes the overemphasis on change in recent rhetorical theory at the expense of enduring elements. The centrality of language in human experience is discussed as constituting a permanent core in rhetorical theory and forming the basis of rhetoric as a humane and substantive art. (JMF)

A test of cueing in relation to recall using five cueing systems in combination with three topical areas. (CH)

Considers the evolution and present status of the field of communications as a perspective from which to evaluate future directions. Expresses concern that technology may cut off the roots out of which theories of argument, language, interpersonal communication, and ethics and values have grown. (MS)

Identifies weaknesses in the traditional political communication research model, suggests an alternative approach and then uses key concepts from both positions to analyze data from the 1972 Presidential campaign. (MH)

Contends that the mission of contemporary rhetoric is fundamentally humanistic and more specifically epistemic inasmuch as the humanistic value to which rhetoric must be committed is the generation of humane knowledge. (PD)

An extension of Atkinson's theories of achievement motivation in relation to communication anxiety. (CH)

Explores a type of inference which rests on "rules of communication" as differentiated from inferences resting on logical, semantical, or institutional rules. (MH)

Suggestions for teaching conflict management in tacit, implicit, and explicit communication environments. (CH)

This article reports upon the state of speech communication education in colleges today, including the number of doctorates awarded and college teaching employment opportunities in the Central States area. The connection of the Central States Speech Association with these matters is reviewed. (CH)

Discusses broad areas that deserve future scholarly inquiry by communication researchers: (1) the interrelatedness of communicative contexts, (2) the serial nature of symbolic exchanges, and (3) barriers to conducting ecologically valid communication research. (PD)

Argues that distinctions which relegate rhetoric to social, explicit, or contingent knowledge incorrectly restrict the view of the rhetoric-epistemic relationship. Suggests another perspective. (PD)

Advocates greater utilization of measurement methodologies in the speech communication classroom. (CH)

Shows that the presidencies of Franklin Roosevelt and Ronald Reagan have been rhetorical echoes of the original Populists. Demonstrates the durability and elasticity of a style born in nineteenth century grass roots political reform. (PD)

Recent rhetorical scholarship suggests a new focus on qualitative theories of human communication. Explores the implications of three general emphases for future inquiry: (1) rules research, (2) constructivism, and (3) constructionism. (PD)

Suggestion for teaching interpersonal communication courses centering on the concept defined as metacommunication. (CH)