Dr. Constantine Nakassis

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Biography

Constantine V. Nakassis is a linguistic anthropologist whose research focuses on the intersections of language, culture, and society. He has a keen interest in semiotics, film theory, and mass media, exploring how these fields relate to contemporary issues such as trademark law, branding, counterfeiting, and youth culture, particularly in the context of Tamil Nadu, India. Nakassis plays an active role in academic discourse, helping to organize the annual Chicago Tamil Forum workshop and serving as a co-editor for the journal Semiotic Review. With a doctoral degree from the University of Pennsylvania, he is a valuable faculty member at the University of Chicago, contributing to multiple departments including Anthropology and Cinema & Media Studies. His numerous publications and involvement in digital studies reflect his commitment to advancing knowledge in his field and engaging with complex cultural phenomena.

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Experience

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

Teaching and researching in the field of linguistic anthropology, focusing on language, culture, and media.

Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:104
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
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Department of Philosophy