J. Daniel Hasty

J. Daniel Hasty is a Professor of Linguistics in the Department of English at Coastal Carolina University, joining in 2012. His research focuses on sociolinguistics and syntactic variation, particularly in Appalachian English and Southern United States English.

• Ph.D. in Linguistics, Michigan State University
• M.A. in English, Auburn University
• B.A. in English, Tennessee Technological University

Research Areas: Daniel investigates morphosyntactic variation in Southern and Appalachian English, including double modal constructions (e.g., "might could"). His work bridges theoretical syntax and sociolinguistic analysis, examining how syntactic variants encode social identities and challenge Standard Language Ideology.

Publications: His research appears in Lingua, American Speech, and journals focused on dialect studies. He collaborates with Dr. Becky Childs on projects analyzing linguistic identity among young Appalachian speakers.

Teaching: Offers courses in linguistics, sociolinguistics, and syntax. Emphasizes practical applications of syntactic analysis in understanding regional dialects.

Contact: Office hours: Tuesdays/Wednesdays 11:00am–12:00pm (Spring 2025). Email: jhasty@coastal.edu.