Linguistics
Suzanne Kemmer
Associate Professor of Linguistics and Cognitive Science
Average rating
3.5
8 temporary mock ratings
Difficulty
2.5
course-linked average
Courses
4
in seeded sections
Courses taught
LING 216
Words In English
Introduction to the systematic study of English words. Topics include word formation, origins and history of English, etymology, new words, slang and jargon. Students will investigate words using online lexical tools and collect and describe neologisms. Understanding of word formation helps increase mastery of English vocabulary for GRE and other tests. No linguistics background required.
LING 480
Independent Study
Repeatable for Credit.
LING 481
Undergraduate Research
Repeatable for Credit.
LING 482
Honors Project
Independent directed research toward preparation of an undergraduate honors project or thesis. Repeatable for Credit.