James Crippen

James Crippen is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Linguistics at McGill University, located in Montreal, Quebec. His research focuses on morphology, syntax, and syntactic interfaces, with a specialization in Tlingit and Na-Dene (Dene-Eyak-Tlingit) languages, as well as broader North American Indigenous languages. He emphasizes language documentation, research ethics, and linguistics applied to language revitalization efforts. Crippen holds a PhD in Linguistics from the University of British Columbia. His work bridges theoretical linguistics with applied concerns in Indigenous language preservation.

Education:

• PhD in Linguistics, University of British Columbia

Research interests include the syntactic structure of Tlingit, interfaces between syntax and information structure, and ethical methodologies in linguistic fieldwork. He advocates for community-led approaches in language documentation and revitalization.

No academic awards or specific grants are listed in the provided information. His current position involves teaching and research without noted part-time status or administrative roles.