Sung-Ock Sohn

Sung-Ock Sohn serves as Professor of Korean Language in the Department of Asian Languages & Cultures at the University of California, Los Angeles, with his office located in Royce Hall. He maintains active institutional affiliations through UCLA's Center for Korean Studies and Asia Pacific Center.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Linguistics, University of Hawaii (August 1988)
• M.A. in Korean Linguistics, Busan National University, Busan, Korea (1982)
• B.A. in Korean Language and Literature, Busan National University, Busan, Korea (1980)

Professor Sohn's research integrates theoretical linguistics with language pedagogy, focusing on Korean linguistic structures through frameworks of grammaticalization, functional syntax, and morphology. His work extends to sociolinguistic and pragmatic dimensions of Korean usage, while maintaining strong applied focus through heritage language education initiatives for K-16 Korean speakers and foreign language teaching methodologies. This dual theoretical-applied approach positions him at the intersection of linguistic analysis and language education practice.

Scientific Awards:

• No awards documented in provided materials

Advising and Grants: Current documentation lacks specifics regarding graduate student supervision or externally funded research projects. His departmental profile indicates primary focus on instructional responsibilities within Korean language programs.

Research Infrastructure: While affiliated with UCLA's Center for Korean Studies, no dedicated laboratories or specialized research teams are referenced in the available materials.