Justin Spence

Justin Spence serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Native American Studies at the University of California, Davis, where his research centers on linguistic frameworks and language dynamics.

His scholarly focus encompasses:

• Structural analysis and theoretical foundations of language systems
• Interdisciplinary language sciences methodologies
• Multilingual acquisition processes and developmental trajectories

This research portfolio holds particular significance for Indigenous language preservation and revitalization initiatives within Native American communities, bridging theoretical linguistics with practical cultural applications.