Episode 5: Dr. R. Mata, Assistant Professor of Spanish & Linguistics

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Away From The Ivory Tower

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 Dr. R.Mata on what is Spanish Linguistics and why the history of a language is the easiest point of access for learning linguistics. Teaching about migration patterns and the movement of language with settlers. His academic journey into linguistics and dissertation research that focused on Spanish speakers on both sides of the US-Mexico border and their attitudes towards the language that they speak. How language is a big part of our identity and the importance of teaching a Spanish language course for heritage speakers.