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Deborah Tannen is a Distinguished University Professor in the Department of Linguistics at Georgetown University. She holds academic appointments in linguistics and is affiliated with the College. Her work bridges academic scholarship and public engagement, focusing on communication dynamics in gender, work, and family relationships.
Education:
- Ph.D., Linguistics - University of California-Berkeley
- M.A., Linguistics - University of California-Berkeley
- M.A., English Literature - Wayne State University
- B.A., English Literature - Harpur College
Research Interests: Dr. Tannen is renowned for her studies on gender differences in conversation, workplace communication, and familial interactions. Her work emphasizes how language shapes social relationships. She has authored best-selling books like You Just Don't Understand and Talking from 9 to 5, which popularized linguistic analysis for general audiences.
Media and Outreach: A frequent guest on TV/radio programs (e.g., Colbert Report, NPR), she translates academic research into public discourse. Her personal website (deborahtannen.com) details her publications and media contributions.
Grants/Awards: While specific grants are not listed, her books’ sustained popularity and translations into 30+ languages reflect her impactful scholarship.
