Language Matters
Language Matters is a language-research consortium at Syracuse University, which promotes, highlights, and disseminates language-based research and creates new synergies by bringing individuals and communities into regular scholarly conversations around language research and teaching.
What we do
The language one speaks shapes one’s personality, delineates identity, and embeds each person in a specific community. To inquire about language is to investigate human beings and the inherent properties that define their past, present, and future. By consciously reflecting upon words and where they position us, we expand our worldview and open our minds and hearts, fostering more welcoming, diverse, and inclusive communities.
Latest Posts about Language Matters
Megan Hu honored for research
SOURCE-funded Megan Hu was awarded the Chancellor's Citation for Excellence in Undergraduate Research and the LLL Undergraduate research prize.
PICS 2020 Winners
Allie Berger, Rebekah Burton, Jacob Gedetsis, Leopoldo González-Barajas, Ana Guerrero, Chenhui Liu, Yuxuan Luo, Liam McMonagle, Athena Myers, Seema Sureshkumar, Sahily Tamayo.
Conference and symposium presentations
SOURCE-funded student, Cayla Sharp’s work was presented and/or accepted for presentation in multiple venues in the form of posters or oral presentations.
New LAC Mellon Working Group
SU's LM team leads new Mellon Working Group around LAC with Colgate University, Cornell University, and Skidmore College.
Caroline Bennett awarded Undergraduate Research Prize
SOURCE-funded student, Caroline Bennett, awarded Undergraduate Research Prize.
SU's LM team wins research grant to extend LAC program
SU's LM team wins research grant to extend LAC program
LAC
How can studying in multiple languages improve communication, reduce prejudices, and promote inclusivity?
CUSE Speaks
How do diverse linguistic groups affect the shaping of languages and the health of individuals and the community?
Comfort Zones
How can analyzing language enhance national and global approaches to migration, healthcare, criminology, or cybersecurity?
PICS
How might artistic performances break down cultural and linguistic barriers and help with conflict resolution?
New.net(s)
How can creating digitally open borders revolutionize language learning, improve global communication, broaden cultural sensitivities, and strengthen international partnerships?