The National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) dissolved its 77-year-old composition association, triggering rapid backlash from members tied to composition research and teaching advocacy. The dissolution drew criticism from Conference on College Composition and Communication members, who argue the organization is vital for advancing composition scholarship and improving classroom teaching. For college educators and departments, the episode signals continued volatility in national professional structures that support faculty development, research visibility, and discipline-aligned standards for instruction.