Dr. Patience Epps

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Biography

Patience L. Epps is a TACA Centennial Professor in the Department of Linguistics at the University of Texas at Austin. She earned her Ph.D. in Linguistic Anthropology from the University of Virginia in 2005. Her research focuses on descriptive documentary work on indigenous Amazonian languages, encompassing areas such as linguistic typology, language contact, language change, and Amazonian indigenous histories. Dr. Epps has published extensively, with notable contributions including her monograph 'Grammar Hup' in the Mouton Grammar Library series, as well as papers in reputed journals such as Diachronica, International Journal of American Linguistics, Linguistic Typology, and Studies in Language. Through her work, she aims to shed light on the dynamics of language and culture in the Amazon region, offering insights into the rich linguistic heritage and contemporary challenges faced by indigenous communities.

Research Interests

Courses

Language Thought Lang Change Lang Variation Language Contact Research Documentation/Descriptive Linguistics Language/Culture Amazonia Linguistic Typology

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
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  • Three letters of recommendation
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Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.