Dr. Kumiko Murasugi

Biography

Kumiko Murasugi is a Professor in the School of Linguistics and Language Studies at Carleton University, with a focus on the documentation of Inuit languages and general linguistics, particularly morphology and syntax. She holds degrees from the University of Toronto, Carleton University, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Murasugi is actively involved in various research projects, including a SSHRC Partnership Development Grant and initiatives to create digital tools for documenting endangered languages. Her recent publications include works on Inuktut language documentation and the evolution of dictionary-making amongst Inuit communities. Murasugi has presented at numerous conferences including the International Conference on Language Documentation and Conservation and the Inuit Studies Conference, where her research contributes significantly to understanding and preserving Inuit linguistic heritage. She teaches a range of courses in linguistics, from introductory to advanced syntax and morphology, and has mentored many students in linguistic field methods, promoting the importance of indigenous language documentation in academia.

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