FITT: Fieldwork Integrates Theory & Typology
Institute of Linguistics, University of Minnesota
Welcome to the University of Minnesota FITT lab! The main focus of the lab is on theory-driven semantic fieldwork and formal semantics and pragmatics.
The goals of the lab are to provide hands-on training to students in semantic and pragmatic fieldwork in understudied languages; develop innovative, open-source fieldwork materials that can be used across languages; provide a space to discuss new and cutting-edge research in semantic theory, methodology, and typology by students, faculty, and invited scholars; provide a home for focused formal and empirical work on South Asian languages.
The FITT lab is led by Diti Bhadra (Assistant Professor, Institute of Linguistics, University of Minnesota). It is funded by the National Science Foundation, grant #2143740, Division of Behavioral and Cognitive Sciences. This project promotes a data-theory-typology triad by studying the empirical, theoretical, and typological underpinnings of discourse competence through the lens of discourse particles, with an empirical focus on the languages of South Asia.
Ph.D. student position open!
The FITT lab is currently seeking to recruit a Ph.D. student for Fall 2023 who has a formal interest in semantics/pragmatics, a methodological focus on fieldwork, and an empirical focus on South Asian languages. The deadline for applications is December 15th, 2022. Here is more information on How to Apply. Please contact Dr. Bhadra at bhadra@umn.edu if you have any questions about the position or the grant.
UG student positions open!
The lab is seeking to recruit two undergraduate students for Spring 2023, with the positions potentially being extended into the next academic year as well. These are paid positions and students will be an important part of lab activities. They will have duties including the following: transcription/processing and entry of collected data, literature review of scientific papers, assistance with virtual and in-person fieldwork, bibliography building, website and other digital media maintenance. You can sign up for these positions on this portal. Please contact Dr. Bhadra if you have any questions about the position or compensation.