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Philosophy of language is concerned with the nature of meaning, language use, language cognition, and the relationship between language and reality.
Philosophers of language often draw on linguistic analysis, logic, cognitive science, and other disciplines to address these questions. The field has broad implications for various philosophical areas, including epistemology, metaphysics, and philosophy of mind, as language is a fundamental tool for expressing and shaping our understanding of the world.
Philosophy of language faculty

Carrie Figdor
Title/Position
Professor
Director of Undergraduate Studies

Gregory Landini
Title/Position
Professor

Katarina Perovic
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Associate Professor
Director of Graduate Studies

David G. Stern
Title/Position
Professor
Collegiate Fellow

Carrie E. Swanson
Title/Position
Associate Professor