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Dr. Sami Al-Hasnawi is a researcher at the University of Al Qadisiyah in Iraq, specializing in English as a Lingua Franca (ELF) and applied linguistics. He earned his Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics from the University of Southampton (2017) and collaborates with Prof. Dr. Hans-Georg Wolf at the University of Potsdam’s Institute for English and American Studies through the UP Reconnect program.
- Education: Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics (University of Southampton, 2017)
His research explores:
- Decolonizing English through ELF
- Trans-semiotic communication (combining words, images, and symbols)
- Interculturality in academic and global contexts
- Critical analysis of language education policies in Iraq
His recent work includes a book chapter on decolonizing English and a proposed project linking food culture to world Englishes. He critiques anglophone-centric norms in pragmatics and advocates for transcultural perspectives in language studies.
Scientific Awards:
- DAAD Scholarship (2022)
- UP Reconnect Postdoctoral Scholarship (2023)
Al-Hasnawi emphasizes the importance of international collaboration for academic growth and resource access, particularly for scholars from regions with limited research infrastructure. His work challenges traditional linguistic hierarchies and promotes pluralistic approaches to English.
