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Combined Annual Meeting,
Southern States Communication Association
Central States Communication Association

1999 Interpersonal Communication Division Panels

St. Louis, MO.

COMMUNICATION IN DIVERSE FAMILIAL RELATIONSHIPS:
CULTURE, MARITAL TYPOLOGIES, AND PETS?

Chair: Chad Thilborger, Saint Louis University

How Does Self-Disclosure, as it Relates to Intimacy, Affect Marital Satisfaction Within the Black Middle Class Family? Janice K. Neal, Jackson State University

Fitzpatrick's Typological Approach to Marital Interaction: A Critique. Sally B. Bell, University of Memphis

A Family's Best Friend?: The Impact of Pets in Family Communication Systems. Patricia R. Wuetrich, University of Nebraska at Lincoln

Respondent: Carolyn M. Anderson, University of Akron

SOCIAL INFLUENCES ON INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS:
GOAL COMPLEXITY, COMPETITION, AND NETWORK SYSTEMS

Chair: Yvonne Kellar-Guenther, Western Illinois University

Appropriateness and Effectiveness Judgments of Interpersonal Influence Messages: The Effects of Goal Complexity. David C. Schrader, Oklahoma State University

Competition and Friendship: Analysis and Literature Review. Eric Fife, College of Charleston

Social Network Effects on Women's Name Choice. Christine L. Carson, Illinois State University, and Karla J. Huffman, Illinois State University

Social Versus Personal Support Networks. Kevin B. Wright, University of Oklahoma

Respondent: Pamela Kalbfleisch, University of Wyoming

ISSUES IN BEGINNING INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS:
FROM A HANDSHAKE TO THE KEYBOARD

Chair: Robin A. Jones, Southwest Oklahoma State University

The Effects of Type of Handshake and of Gender on Perceived Credibility in a First Meeting. John A. Jones, University of Illinois at Chicago, and Paula K. Strupek, Chicago Advocates for Language Learning

Male-Versus Female-Initiated First Dates: An Issue of Topic Avoidance. Jack E. Sargent, University of Nebraska at Lincoln

Perceived Humor Orientation in a New Interpersonal Relationship: Findings from a Sample of Young Hong Kong Chinese. Vivian C. Sheer, Hong Kong Baptist University, and Donna Lam, Hong Kong Baptist University

Cyberdating: Using Computer-Mediated Communication to Develop Personal Relationships. Beverly Bian, Indiana University-Purdue University at Fort Wayne

Respondent: Paul A. Mongeau, Miami University

TOP FOUR PAPERS:
INTERPERSONAL AND SMALL GROUP COMMUNICATION/
INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION INTEREST GROUPS

Chair: William H. Edwards, Columbus State University

* Changes in Closeness Between Adult Children and Their Parents: A Turning Point Analysis. Tamara A. (Rhodes) Golish, University of Nebraska at Lincoln

Ethical Orientation and Perceptions of Social Influence Strategies. William G. Powers, Paul E. King, and Melissa J. Young, Texas Christian University

Perceptions of Expectancy, Attractiveness and Relational Status on Female Paid and Female Initiated Dates. Laura Winn and Jerold Hale, University of Georgia at Athens

Sophisticated Comforting: Cognition and Affect as Correlates of Message Construction. Javette Grace Hayes and Kim Klingbeil, Illinois State University

Respondent: April Chatham-Carpenter, University of Northern Iowa

* Both the Top Paper and Top Student Paper

LOVE, MARRIAGE, AND THE CLASSROOM:
RESEARCH METHODOLOGIES FOR STUDYING INTERPERSONAL CONTEXTS

Chair: Colleen Carey, Northwestern University

'From Lace Teddies to Flannel PJ's:' A Phenomenology of Males' Experience and Expressions of Love. Loreen N. Olson, University of Nebraska at Lincoln

Discourse Analysis: The Social Construction of Illness in Marriage. Kandi L.Walker, University of Denver

Do Popular Collegiate Textbooks in Interpersonal Communication Reflect a Common Theory Base? : A Telling Content Analysis. Lynne M. Webb, Marceline E. Thompson, Deniz Akpece, Jennifer J. Bledsoe, Cherie M. Cooley, and Orin G. Johnson, University of Memphis

Respondent: Richard L. Conville, University of Southern Mississippi

ISSUES IN TEACHING INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION:
A ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION

Chair: B. Scott Titsworth, University of Nebraska at Lincoln

Panelists:

Pamela J. Kalbfleish, University of Wyoming
Randy K. Dillon, Southwest Missouri State University
Scott A. Myers, Creighton University
Elizabeth R. Lamoureux, Buena Vista University
Lou D. Tillson, Murray State University

This invited panel will explore some of the issues and concerns unique to the instruction of Interpersonal Communication. Panelists will share their experiences and offer suggestions on how to manage instruction in the Interpersonal Communication classroom. Audience participation is invited.

AN ALTERNATIVE METHOD TO TEACHING GROUP COMMUNICATION:
GILLIGAN'S ISLAND RE-VISITED

Panelists:

Shirley K. Drew, Pittsburg State University
Gil Cooper, Pittsburg State University
Em Griffin, Wheaton College
Lawrence R. Frey, Loyola University, Chicago
Rebecca A. May, Pittsburg State University
Kathryn Rogers, Pittsburg State University
Kathryn Johnson, Pittsburg State University

This panel will discuss, in round table format, alternatives to the traditional method of teaching and studying group processes. In particular, this panel will discuss selected results from a recent study of a natural group.

SPOTLIGHT

THE STUDY OF RELATIONSHIPS BY INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION SCHOLARS:
LOOKING FORWARD/LOOKING BACK

Chair: John P. Caughlin, University of Nebraska at Lincoln

The Borders of Relating: A Historical Basis and Future Hopes of Relationships with Interpersonal Communication. Sandra Petronio, Arizona State University

How Relationships Became Central (With No Disrespect to Southern). Steve Duck, University of Iowa

Potential Contributions from Human Development and Family Studies. Mark Fine, University of Missouri

Are Communicating and Relating Synonymous? Linda Acitelli, University of Houston

Research focusing on close relationships has gone from being an anomaly to being a dominant focus of inquiry within Interpersonal Communication. This "spotlight" panel will illuminate useful avenues for future relational research and how this scholarship may become more closely tied to other communication topics such as persuasion and media and culture.

THEORY TO APPLICATION:
DECISION-MAKING AND PROBLEM-SOLVING IN SMALL GROUP COMMUNICATION

Chair: Kevin B. Wright, University of Oklahoma

Group Decision-Making as a Structurational Process. Dudley T. Strawn III, University of Memphis

The Evolution of Group Problem-Solving Procedural Models: Where Do We Go Now Mr. Dewey? Raymond R. Ozley, University of Central Arkansas

Structurational Theory: Decision Logic in a Large Southern Baptist Church. Cole Franklin, Mississippi College

Respondent: Renee Meyers, University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee

SPOTLIGHT

INTERPERSONAL AND FAMILY REFLECTIONS:
INSIGHTS FROM SCHOLARS WHO HAVE BEEN TEACHING AND RESEARCHING AROUND THE BLOCK

Chair: Donna R. Pawlowski, Creighton University

The Beginnings of Family Communication: Past Accomplishments and Future Avenues. Kathleen M. Galvin, Northwestern University

Interpersonal Perspectives from our Ancestors: Learning From Our History Sandra Petronio, Arizona State University

Family Communication: Current Issues in Teaching Interpersonal/Family Communication. Anita Vangelisti, University of Texas at Austin

Important Considerations for Teaching Interpersonal/Family Communication in the Future. Glen Stamp, Ball State University

Ethnic Diversity and the Role of Family Communication in Moving Toward Cultural Pluralism in the Future. Thomas J. Socha, Old Dominion University

'NOT the Cleavers': The Contributions of Communication Scholars to the Social Construction and Enactment of 'Family'. Dawn O. Braithwaite, Jeff S. Cook, Nancy J. Eckstein, Tamara R. Golish, Loreen N. Olson, Jack E. Sargent, Charles E. Soukup, and Paul D. Turman, University of Nebraska at Lincoln

Alternative Stances of Interpersonal Inquiry. William K. Rawlins, Purdue University

So What Does All This Mean?: Impact of the New Interest Group on Regional Journals. Paul A. Mongeau, Miami University

This "spotlight" panel of invited scholars will briefly address historical beginnings and future issues of interpersonal and family communication. New avenues of teaching and research, as well as the Interpersonal and Small Group Interest Group's impact on regional journals, will also be highlighted. Audience participation following the presentations is encouraged.

IT ALL BEGINS WITH FLIRTING AND ENDS IN CONFLICT:
CRITICAL ISSUES IN INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Chair: Kenneth N. Cissna, University of South Florida

Perceptions of Flirting Based on Sex of the Initiator, Sex of the Observer, and Use of Nonverbal or Verbal Cues. Dave Henningsen, Gillian Tuebner, Ronald Reinki, Lisa Rohret, Joshua Kaufman, Derrick Green, Elizabeth Dudash, Fred Behrens, Ben Weser, and Laura Dickonson, Miami University

Damned Expletives! The Role/Function of Expletives in Conversation. Nancy Curtin-Alwardt, Millikin University

Message Strategies Used by Deceivers When Confronted with Discovered Deception. Donald W. Helme, Jr., University of Kentucky

Multi-party Conflict Interaction. Liz Gullickson-Tolman, Southern Illinois University at Carbondale

Respondent: Faye Mangrum, Southeastern Oklahoma State University

IT'S STILL ALL IN THE FAMILY:
THE INFLUENCE OF MOTIVES, CONFLICT, WORK ISSUES,
AND HURTFUL MESSAGES ON FAMILY COMMUNICATION

Chair: Judi Truitt, Jefferson Community College Southwest

Are You Talking to Me?: Adolescents' Motives for Communicating with Stepparents vs. Parents. Carolyn M. Anderson, University of Akron

S/he Started It!: Relational Messages in Conflict Situations Among Siblings. Donna R. Pawlowski and Scott A. Myers, Creighton University

Mom, When Are You Coming Home?: Family Communication at Work and Work Communication at Home. Erika L. Kirby, Creighton University

How Could You Say That?: Interpreting Hurtful Messages in the Family. Anita L. Vangelisti, University of Texas at Austin

Leave it to Beaver and Father Knows Best are families of the past. This panel examines various family types and contemporary issues pertinent to today's families. Audience participation is encouraged.

GROUP COMMUNICATION:
LOOKING FORWARD/LOOKING BACK

The Past, Present, and Future of the Small Group Communication Classroom. Joann Keyton, University of Memphis

Neglected Areas in Communication Research on Groups. Dennis S. Gouran, Penn State University

Crossing Boundaries with Group Communication Research and Practice: Reaching Other Disciplines and New Publics. Randy Y. Hirokawa, University of Iowa

Using Group Communication Theory, Research and Pedagogy for Social Action and Community Development. Lawrence R. Frey, Loyola University, Chicago

This panel explores what can be gained theoretically, practically, and pedagogically from group communication. Audience participation in developing agendas of teaching, research, and outreach to ensure the future health of the field will follow the presentations.

THE JOYS AND FRUSTRATIONS OF MAINTAINING AN ON-GOING LINE OF
RESEARCH IN INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION

Chair: Bonnie L. Clark, St. Petersburg Junior College

Hearing Multiple Voices in Dialogue Research. Kenneth N. Cissna, University of South Florida, and Rob Anderson, Saint Louis University

Studying the Self-Esteem of College Sophomores: Asking How Communication with Parents Influenced Successful, Independent Young Adults. Lynn M. Webb, University of Memphis

Researching Conflict Management Techniques from a Multitheoretical Perspective. Christa L. Arnold, University of Florida

Facilitating Interpersonal Communication among Older Adults: A Research Challenge. M. Violet Asmuth, Edison Community College

Observing Relational Development and Maintenance in Hospitals. Elissa Jane Foster, University of South Florida

This roundtable discussion will highlight difficult research challenges and rewards of conducting on-going research. Audience participation is encouraged.

FROM PAST TO PRESENT:
THE BOUNDARIES OF PRIVACY AND DISCLOSURE

Chair: Dawn O. Braithwaite, University of Nebraska at Lincoln

The Centrality of Privacy in Everyday Life. Sandra Petronio, Arizona State University

Variables Affecting Self-Disclosure: The Case of HIV/AIDS. Kathryn Greene, East Carolina University

A Nonverbal Examination of Disclosure and Privacy. Jack Sargent, University of Nebraska at Lincoln

A Picture is Worth 1,000 Words: Contrasting Images of Communication Motivations in Relationships. Walid Afifi, Penn State University

Promoting Patients' Full and Honest Disclosure During Conversations with Health Givers. Roxanne Parrott, University of Georgia

Self-Disclosure Research: Ideas for the Future. Erin Sahlstein, University of Iowa

CONVERSATION ANALYSIS:
FROM COPS AND ROBBERS TO QUILTERS

The Sequential Order of the Candidate Answer in Conversation: How Speakers and Recipients Co-Construct the Structure and Meaning of the Candidate Answer. David A. Cichocki, Southern Illinois University

Quilters Talk: An Examination of Compliments within a Creative Organization. Stephanie J. Poole, Southern Illinois University

Compliance-Gaining Strategies in Cop-Suspect Interactions: A Conversational Analysis Approach. Angela S. Jacobs, Southern Illinois University

Observations made of a Church Service. Edward Linton, Southern Illinois University

Respondent: Delesa M. Randall, Ashland University