Professor Dr. Anthony Struthers Young

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Anthony Struthers-Young is a Postdoctoral Research Associate and Lecturer in the Program in Linguistics at Princeton University. He completed his Ph.D. at the University of California, San Diego in 2025. His research focuses on linguistic documentation and the study of underdescribed languages in Africa, specifically the Toussian languages of Burkina Faso. Struthers-Young's research interests encompass various aspects of linguistics, including phonology, grammar, tone, and phonetics, as well as the study of musical surrogate languages and typology. His work contributes to the field of historical linguistics, highlighting the importance of documenting and understanding lesser-known languages.

Research Interests

Linguistic Documentation Phonology Grammar Tone Phonetics Musical Surrogate Languages Typology Historical Linguistics

Requirements for Princeton University

Doctorate Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement

Required:3

GRE General

TOEFL

Speaking

Required:27

IELTS

Speaking

Required:8

Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree in engineering or science Strong background in mathematics, materials, physics, or related engineering

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Academic Statement of Purpose
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Specialization Notes

GRE scores are not accepted. Ph.D. is the primary degree; students are not required to hold an M.S.E. prior to admission.