Dr. Nandi Cele Sims

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Nandi Rebeccah Cele Sims is an Assistant Professor in the Linguistics Program at Stanford University. She is affiliated with the Symbolic Systems Program. Her academic work focuses on linguistic innovation and evolution, particularly within the contexts of rural African American English. Sims has been actively involved in teaching a variety of courses, including LINGUIST 258, LINGUIST 254, and LINGUIST 399, among others. She has also contributed to academic literature with publications like her review of the book 'Inheritance Innovation Evolution Rural African American English' in the Journal of English Linguistics. Sims engages in research that combines theoretical frameworks with practical linguistic applications, and she is dedicated to mentoring students through doctoral dissertation processes.

Research Interests

Courses

LINGUIST 258 CSRE 157 LINGUIST 154 LINGUIST 394 LINGUIST 397 LINGUIST 398 LINGUIST 399 LINGUIST 198 LINGUIST 199 LINGUIST 390 LINGUIST 396 LINGUIST 259L LINGUIST 259A LINGUIST 251

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.