The Research Division supports the work of BEA members whose interests include telecommunication research, methodolgy and interests not served by other divisions. No methodology is excluded. Their goals are to encourage all BEA members interested in research to join the division; to provide forums for discussion on issues in broadcast and electronic media research; and to provide leadership roles in shaping the future of broadcast and electronic media research. Chair: Thomas Baggerman, Point Park University Panelist: Lawrence Mullen, University of Nevada @ Las Vegas Suzann Svatek, Texas A&M University at Commerce Joshua Sites, Indiana University