Symposium
ICCA x GCIT Speaker Series：Rethinking Geopolitics of Global Communication
This talk explores how emerging powers— particularly China and Russia-are challenging Western dominance in shaping global communication and geopolitical narratives. Drawing from the speaker's new book Changing Geopolitics of Global Communication, it. examines shifting power dynamics in digital* infrastructure, commerce, and development, highlighting how debates such as "democratic vs. authoritarian Al" reflect broader transformations in
international relations
ICCA Event: Immigration Pathways for Young Scholars
Talk Title: Academic Dreams and Immigration Pathways: Options for Young Communication Scholars
Lucy Lu, Esq. (Founder & Managing Partner, aiLegal Law) provides an expert reading of the latest immigration policy updates and practical strategies for identity and career planning tailored to young scholars in communication and related fields.
ICCA Event: AI Meets Communication: Rethinking the Field
As Al is reshaping communication, it challenges us to reconsider misinformation, trust, and algorithmic values. This talk explores the double-edged nature of Al's ascent-its
disruptive risks and transformative potential- and invites us to envision a
communication field reimagined for, and resilient
in, the age of Al.
ICCA Event: Campus Visits Unlocked: Insider Tips for Academic Job Seekers
Navigating campus visits—whether in-person or virtual—can be challenging during academic job hunting. Join Dr. Junhan Chen (Hong Kong University) and Dr. Jie Qin (Savannah College of Art and Design) as they share firsthand experiences from campus visits across different formats and regions.
ICCA Event: “An Accidental Career.”
Dr. Babbie, best known as the author of The Practice of Social Research, a cornerstone text in the field, will deliver a thought-provoking lecture titled “An Accidental Career.” This lecture represents a rare opportunity to engage with a scholar of the highest distinction, whose work has had an enduring impact on research methodologies and academic thought across the globe.
Solidarity Symposium
ICCA Solidarity Symposium #1 (in Chinese)
“疫情下的健康传播研究：跨国与跨学科比较视角——聚焦问卷调查和内容分析”
主讲人：哈筱盈（Bowling Green State U）, 蒋少海（新加坡国立大学），孙少晶（复旦大学），汤潞（德克萨斯农工大学）
YouTube: https://youtu.be/9vHDkISf1f0
ICCA Solidarity Symposium #2 (in English)
“Homebrew comm-research club: Computational approaches to studying the COVID19 pandemic”
Speaker: Jonathan Zhu (Professor, City of Hong Kong), Axel Bruns (Professor, Queensland U of Tech), Cuihua Cindy Shen (Associate Professor), Celine Yunya Song (Associate Professor, Hong Kong Baptist U), Wayne Xu (Assistant Professor, UMass Amherst)
YouTube: https://youtu.be/UlbWFOZOHt0
ICCA Solidarity Symposium #3 (in Chinese)
“疫情期间的非暴力沟通：对话种族主义、仇恨与恐惧”
主讲人：池衍昌（非暴力沟通导师、ICF Professional Coach in Transformation）, Ruby (非暴力沟通实践及翻译者、新手农夫)
YouTube: https://youtu.be/BA5XWqZH46g
ICCA Solidarity Symposium #3 (in English)
“Nonviolent Comm during the Pandemic: Dialogue on Racism, Hatred and Fear”
Speaker: Chi Hin Cheong (NVC Trainer and ICF Professional Coach in Transformation), Ruby (NVC Practitioner and Interpreter, Novice Farmer)
YouTube: https://youtu.be/ff0sbsQ5lSg