Dr. Jordan Naddaf

Biography

Jordan Naddaf is a first-year PhD candidate in Linguistics at University College London, focusing on Phonology under the supervision of Andrew Nevins. Their research aims to develop decolonial frameworks and approaches that facilitate the study of music, metrical phonology, and non-Western languages and musical traditions. In addition to their doctoral studies, Naddaf works as a Post Graduate Teaching Assistant (PGTA), providing support to undergraduate and master's students in Phonology. They hold a Bachelor of Arts in Politics and International Relations from the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), awarded with first-class distinction, where they specialized in decolonial theory. Naddaf also completed a Master of Arts in Linguistics at University College London, with a focus on Phonology. In their academic journey, Naddaf is dedicated to exploring the intersections of language, culture, and identity, advocating for inclusive and diverse perspectives in linguistic research.

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