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Language is the fundamental medium for human communication. The way we use language can affect the way we are perceived by others and the efficacy of our interactions. Conversely, one group can use the power it wields over another to change and control that group's language use. This conference will examine both these interactions, the effect of language on power and of power on language, from an interdisciplinary perspective, with participants from Anthropology, Sociology, Linguistics, and Political Science.
The Stanford conference on Language and Power will take place November 21, from 1 pm to 5:30 pm. It will be preceeded by a light lunch and followed by a wine and cheese reception. This event is sponsored by Cognition and Language: Claire and John Radway Research Workshop and will be hosted by the Center for the Study of Language and Information. For updates on the conference, as well as general information regarding the Cognition and Language workshop, please sign up for our mailing list here. Download the poster here. |