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Doctoral institutions were ranked (1) globally, and (2) according to selected specialties in communication studies based on a combination of NCA and ICA top convention paper awards from 1994 through 1998. In conjunction with other data on the research productivity of doctoral institutions in communication studies, students, faculty, and administrators are urged to utilize the results of this study to assess the programs of particular doctoral institutions. Not only can the schools listed here be compared to other schools not listed, but those listed can also be compared with each other either globally or in particular specialties. Keywords: research productivity, doctoral institutions, top convention paper awards

Several factors can affect and define the working relationship between academic department heads and faculty members. Faculty perception of trustworthiness in chairpersons can move the relationship towards positive goals. Conversely, detachment and selfishness in department leaders can adversely affect the relationship. Other affective factors, either positive or negative, are performance evaluations, recognition, support, professional interference, social interaction and communication.