Department of Linguistics & TESOL | The University of Texas at Arlington
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The Department of Linguistics & TESOL at The University of Texas at Arlington provides comprehensive training in methods of language analysis, as informed by current linguistic theory and data from a variety of languages. Students receive instruction in the analysis of sound systems (phonetics and phonology), grammar (morphology and syntax), and meaning (semantics and pragmatics); in addition, the program has strengths in language documentation, second language acquisition, and TESOL. Language specializations among the faculty include Native American languages, East and Southeast Asian languages, Austronesian, Spanish, and English.
Take a look at the programs of study offered by the department, as well as our class offerings (including new undergrad linguistics classes for Fall 2009!).
Department News & Events
New Coverage in Research Magazine
Our department figures prominently in the just-published 2009 issue of UT Arlington’s Research magazine. One feature-length story contains references to and quotations by Dr. Traci Weast (PhD in Linguistics 2008), who is continuing her research on the linguistics of American Sign Language. In addition, this year’s “Alumni Profile” features the very first person to earn a doctorate in linguistics at UT Arlington, Dr. Robin Lombard (PhD in Linguistics 1997).
Neal Szu-Yen Liang Accepts Lecturer Position
Alumnus Dr. Neal Szu-Yen Liang (PhD in Linguistics 2009) has accepted a position as Lecturer in Chinese at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff. Congratulations, Neal!
More News & Events
Keep current with departmental announcements at our News & Events page.
Getting Oriented
Our faculty and students are often honored for their achievements. To learn more, go to our Student Accomplishments and Faculty News pages.
If you are interested in enrolling in one of our linguistics or TESOL programs, take a look at the Prospective Students page.
Our Current Students page provides links to essential information about scheduling, requirements, calendars, and diagnostic exams.