Dr Adam Schembri, Professor of Linguistics, explains the importance of studying the science of language to mark World Linguistics Day.

Freedom of speech. That’s a phase everyone in America seems to know inside and out. In fact, it’s a value so true to America that we use it as a way to defend almost everything, good or bad. Now ...

The University of Minnesota’s unique Dakota language and Ojibwe language majors allow students to pursue several paths involving their culture. Students are allowed the opportunity to learn the ...

Communication is the cornerstone of good healthcare. Imagine trying to get through a medical appointment without being able to understand your physician. This is the situation for millions of ...

People-first language should be a cultural norm, with patients’ best interests always coming first, and we must encourage everyone to become change agents, according to Milena Murray, PharmD, MSc, ...

WASHINGTON (American Forces Press Service, May 23, 2007) - As language and cultural sensitivities factor more and more into military operations, defense officials are promoting several initiatives to ...

Creating an itinerary of all the places to visit, making sure documents are in order and packing up the essentials are all aspects of the pre-travel planning process. Travelers have several "to-dos" ...

Last fall the movie, Arrival, hit theaters and thrilled viewers and critics alike. More than a simple, science-fiction thriller, the movie’s thought-provoking themes had many looking forward to its ...