Gulnar E. Yulghun

Gulnar E. Yulghun is a Teaching Professor and Preceptor in Uyghur and Chaghatay at Harvard University, located at 9 Kirkland Pl #208, Cambridge, MA 02138. She holds a Ph.D. in Linguistic Anthropology from the University of Kansas, where she also served as a Research and Teaching Assistant. Prior to her U.S. academic career, she earned her B.A. and M.A. from Xinjiang University, focusing on Uyghur language and linguistics. Her teaching hours are Monday and Wednesday, 12:00–1:15 PM.

Dr. Yulghun's research interests center on Uyghur and Chaghatay languages, with a focus on linguistic anthropology, historical linguistics, and language documentation. Her work bridges Turkic language studies and cultural preservation, reflecting her expertise in both modern and classical Central Asian linguistic traditions.

Though no specific grants or awards are listed, her peer-reviewed essays on Uyghur linguistics highlight her scholarly contributions to the field. She advises students in language programs and maintains affiliations with Harvard's Linguistic Anthropology and Language Programs divisions.