Guillaume Guitang

Dr. Guillaume Guitang is a Researcher at Jesus College, University of Oxford, working with Prof. Daniel Altshuler. He holds a PhD from Université libre de Bruxelles (ULB) as a MINI-ARC Research Fellow and completed his BA and MA at the University of Buea, Cameroon. His research focuses on language documentation, typology, and the Masa languages within the Chadic branch of Afroasiatic. He teaches courses in Modern Languages and Linguistics, and Psychology, Philosophy and Linguistics.

• Education:
  • BA/MA: University of Buea, Cameroon
  • PhD: Université libre de Bruxelles (ULB)

His research interests emphasize endangered language preservation, particularly in African linguistic landscapes. He has been supported by prestigious fellowships including the MINI-ARC and Wiener-Anspach programs. His work bridges theoretical linguistics with applied documentation efforts, contributing to the understanding of Chadic language structures.

• Awards:
  • MINI-ARC Research Fellowship
  • Wiener-Anspach Postdoctoral Researcher

Teaching responsibilities include supervision in linguistics modules at Jesus College. His research and postdoctoral work are part of a broader initiative to document under-studied languages, ensuring their academic and cultural preservation.