Xochimilco, Mexico: Walking with local artist Juan Guillermo Ley during 2016 fieldwork.

I'm a  sociocultural linguist and zombie studies scholar with specialities in Swahili, language learning, popular media, and intercultural communication. I'm also a digital media producer with interests in popular culture, science fiction, technology, and language and education policy.

Using ethnography, I join with people in their homes, and places of work and learning to understand who they are and how they communicate. I enjoy connecting with diverse audiences, and I'm an advocate for hands-on, participatory learning.

#LanguageStory is a video series and blog I created to discuss people-centered perspectives on communication, intercultural learning, and the impact of anthropological research.

My forthcoming book is Zombies Speak Swahili. 

Click for more about my seminar's digital exhibit on the ZOMBIE.

Discussing the everyday language of racism at Haverford College, March 22, 2017. Click for more info. Photo: Patrick Montego.

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