Syntax and Semantics Babble
About
What
Syntax and Semantics Babble (S-Babble) is a weekly informal discussion group at UC San Diego on theoretical and experimental aspects of syntax and semantics and related areas such as their interfaces with morphology, pragmatics, and philosophy of language
S-Babble is open to all students and faculty
How
Speakers are asked to prepare a talk that is no longer than 50 mins and send a title as early as possible, but at least one week before the talk
An abstract of the talk and suggestions for background readings are welcome
Speakers are fully free to choose among the following 3 presentation options
1. Full talk without interruptions except for few brief, specific, crucial clarification questions
2. Beginning of the talk (up to a specified point) without interruptions except for few brief, specific, crucial clarification questions
3. The talk can be interrupted with questions at any time
When
Tuesday 11 am - 12:30 pm
Where
APM 4218 and/or Zoom as indicated (email eclem [at] ucsd [dot] edu to be added to our weekly email list to receive Zoom links)
Who (the organizers)
Faculty sponsors: Ivano Caponigro and Emily Clem
Student organizer: JJ Lim
Schedule
Fall 2024
10/1: Round Robin
All Babblers are invited to give short informal presentations of data, ideas, or questions related to syntax and/or semantics to kick things off for the year! We encourage you to use this opportunity for group feedback and discussion on any topics or puzzles that you've been musing over lately. Names of those who would like to present will be drawn randomly, and each presenter will have 5-10 minutes (depending on the number of presenters) for presentation and discussion. You are still welcome and encouraged to attend even if you do not have a topic you would like to present.