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Keep up with the latest stories, achievements, and events from Carleton University’s School of Linguistics and Language Studies (SLaLS). Here, you will find inspiring student and alumni stories, innovative faculty research, and exciting updates and opportunities.

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That’s a Wrap | 2025-2026

As Director I get to witness the many accomplishments and all that good stuff that comes out of SLaLS over the course of the year. …

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Jaffer Sheyholislami Featured in 2026 Arts and Social Sciences Research Review

Jaffer Sheyholislami is featured in the 2026 Arts and Social Sciences Research Review – a publication that celebrates the vibrant, multidisciplinary landscape of research within …

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Linguavision 2026

March 31st marked the 11th year of the contest. This year, 20+ performers singing in 6 different languages for a chance to bring home a cash …

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2026 Lynne Young ALDS Graduate Award Recipient Announced

Congratulations to this year’s recipient of the Lynne Young ALDS Graduate Award, Mohammad Reza Montazeri Kalhoudashti. The award was announced by long-time friend and colleague …

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Julie McCarroll and Mike Murphy Receive 2026 CU-CUASA Special Fund for EDI Research and Pedagogical Innovation

Congratulations to Julie McCarroll and Mike Murphy for receiving a 2026 CU-CUASA Special Fund for EDI Research and Pedagogical Innovation. The fund recognizes research excellence …

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Brian Strong Receives Teaching Achievement Award

Congratulations to Brian Strong! Brian received a Teaching Achievement Award from the Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) for his project, titled “The Pedagogical …

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Jaffer Sheyholislami to Publish First Comprehensive Resource on the Kurdish Language

Congratulations to Jaffer Sheyholislami, co-editor for The Oxford Handbook of Kurdish Linguistics, the first-ever comprehensive resource on the Kurdish language. The handbook brings together contributors …

From Classroom to Community: Applied Linguistics for a Changing World

Program Now Available for Upcoming Graduate Student Symposium

Exciting news! The program is now available for the upcoming Graduate Student Symposium taking place on Thursday, April 2.

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