Dr. Ramzi Salti

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ramzi Salti is an Advanced Lecturer in the Arabic Program at the Stanford Language Center. He is a fully Certified ACTFL Oral and Written Proficiency Tester in Arabic. Since 2000, he has organized and emceed events at Stanford and beyond that focus on Arabic cultural productions and postcolonial theory, employing technology to enhance language proficiency in the classroom. In addition to his teaching duties, Salti hosts the popular podcast 'Arabology,' which debuted on KZSU Stanford 90.1 FM and is available on various music streaming platforms. He has written a collection of short stories titled 'The Native Informant & Stories: Six Tales of Defiance in the Arab World,' which gained critical acclaim. Salti has received numerous awards for his teaching and contributions, including the Dean's Award for Distinguished Teaching and the Knight Favorite Professor Award. His academic interests include assessment and testing in education as well as cultural analyses of the Arab world. He is known for his extensive writing and media contributions related to Arabic culture.

Research Interests

Experience

Advanced Lecturer

— Present

Stanford Language Center • Stanford, California

Advanced Lecturer in the Arabic Program.

Awards

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Dean's Award for Distinguished Teaching

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Knight Favorite Professor Award

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ASSU Teacher of the Year Honorable Mention

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Outstanding Mentor

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Academic Service Award (25 Years Stanford)

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Academic Service Award (20 Years Stanford)

Courses

ARABLANG 21A ARABLANG 22A ARABLANG 125A ARABLANG 125B ARABLANG 125C ARABLANG 127 ARABLANG 23 ARABLANG 395

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.