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I had him for English Phonology, and it was a rough time. If Phonology doesn't click with you immediately, the expectations are very difficult to pin down and the homework is very time consuming. He explains things in an engaging but ultimately difficult to understand manner. If you want straightforward instruction, this class won't be for you.Rate My Professors ↗
Raimy is pretty unique as a prof and very blunt. His explanations are pretty entertaining. Class isn't easy but isn't hard either. Participation is not recorded which is nice but you shouldn't miss too many lectures.Rate My Professors ↗
Raimy definitely does his own thing, but his explanations are good. The grading policy is weird but fair.Rate My Professors ↗
Eric may seem intimidating because his class demands that you put the work in to be successful (which likely is the reasons for the so-so reviews), but this actually highlights why Eric is such a good prof; Eric makes you learn. He can also be witty at times. The homework is admittedly quite much but they help greatly in preparation of the exams.Rate My Professors ↗
Easily the best professor I've ever had! All of the work he gives you (while a bit frequent) is directly applicable to tests and never busywork. He is very passionate about the topic and is excited to get students to care as well. He is also THE MOST accessible prof on campus and genuinely encourages any and all questions! Would recommend to all!Rate My Professors ↗
He's enthusiastic and brings examples into the real world when students are having a hard time understanding him. He's funny, smart, and is more than available for help in office hours. I wish he taught more classes!Rate My Professors ↗
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Study of a rotating topic in English language and linguistics, focusing on analyzing linguistic structures and constructing arguments about language, society, and literature.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2025: 3.93 GPA, 92.9% A/AB (n=14 letter grades); Spring 2026: 3.79 GPA, 85.7% A/AB (n=7 letter grades).
historical GPA · grades
Spring 2023–Spring 2026Advanced study of English segmental and suprasegmental phonology, covering morphophonemic alterations and stress assignment.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2016: 3.73 GPA, 76.9% A/AB (n=13 letter grades); Spring 2017: 3.92 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=6 letter grades); Spring 2023: 3.67 GPA, 83.3% A/AB (n=6 letter grades).
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Spring 2023–Spring 2023 · limited sampleMentored reading and research for pre-dissertator students preparing for preliminary examinations in English.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
Independent research course for English doctoral students working on their dissertations, requiring instructor consent and advisor consultation.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
This course covers theories of phonology and advanced phonological description.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2024: 3.83 GPA, 83.3% A/AB (n=6 letter grades); Spring 2025: 3.88 GPA, 87.5% A/AB (n=8 letter grades); Spring 2026: 3.88 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=12 letter grades).
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Spring 2023–Spring 2026 · limited sampleLINGUIS 699 Independent Reading offers advanced directed study projects arranged with a faculty member.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
historical GPA · grades
Fall 2022–Fall 2023 · limited sampleLINGUIS 990 supports research in connection with the doctoral thesis.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
Independent Reading is a mentored reading and research course for students with dissertator status.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2022: 4.00 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=1 letter grades).
No recorded grade history
Distinct courses recorded per term
Explore courses taught by this instructor →| Term | Course | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Spring 2027 | ENGL 420 | Topics in English Language and Linguistics |
| Spring 2027 | ENGL 709 | Advanced English Phonology |
| Spring 2027 | ENGL 890 | Pre-dissertator Preliminary Exam Research |
| Spring 2027 | ENGL 990 | Dissertation Research in English |
| Spring 2027 | LINGUIS 510 | Phonological Theories |
| Spring 2027 | LINGUIS 699 | Independent Reading |
| Spring 2027 | LINGUIS 990 | Thesis |
| Spring 2027 | LINGUIS 999 | Independent Reading |
| Fall 2026 | ENGL 315 | English Phonology |
| Fall 2026 | ENGL 681 | Senior Honors Thesis in the Major |
| Fall 2026 | ENGL 713 | Topics in Contemporary English Linguistics |
| Fall 2026 | ENGL 799 | Independent Reading |
| Fall 2026 | ENGL 890 | Pre-dissertator Preliminary Exam Research |
| Fall 2026 | ENGL 990 | Dissertation Research in English |
| Fall 2026 | LINGUIS 310 | Phonology |
| Fall 2026 | LINGUIS 481 | Junior Honors Tutorial |
| Fall 2026 | LINGUIS 681 | Honors Seminar-senior Thesis |
| Fall 2026 | LINGUIS 699 | Independent Reading |
| Fall 2026 | LINGUIS 990 | Thesis |
| Fall 2026 | LINGUIS 999 | Independent Reading |
Teaching history may be incomplete. Course pages contain course-specific feedback and citations.
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