LURA 2023
The rise of internet slang has brought about a unique shift in the way we communicate, now transforming once simple terms like "lmao" and "lol" into powerful tools for expressing emotion and building social connections.
How is the English language used to encourage safe driving in a predominantly non-English speaking community?
Can the eccentricities of grammar in one’s native language subconsciously affect the way speakers perceive the world?
As the definition of the pejorative term “Karen” is evolving, the term is now used as a derogatory term for any woman perceived as angry.
The language of romantic love is widespread throughout society and the media, but how does this affect people who do not want a romantic relationship?
How does the show Love is Blind discursively produce biphobic ideologies?
Should we avoid teaching English Language Learners (ELLs) how to speak like a ‘native’ English speaker?
How do contemporary colonialist societies maintain social stratification through language?
How are multiethnic and bilingual individuals in the United States received, and how do their interactions change depending on the country their language is natively spoken in?
When cis actors play trans characters, they promote an inauthentic perception of trans identity.