Accent and Identity: Understanding Accent Modification Therapy

Name of Organization

University of Northern Colorado

Type of Organization

Higher Education (university, college, community college, etc.)

Date(s)

Monday, November 16, 2020

City

Greeley

Location (i.e. library or community center)

Zoom

Description (no more than 300 words)

This presentation explores the unique relationship between an individual's accent and their identity. Additional information covered pertains to the controversial practice of accent modification therapy, and how changing the way we speak may directly impact our personal, social, and professional lives. This event will be held over Zoom: https://unco.zoom.us/j/93646045574

Contact Name

Emili Pickenpaugh

E-Mail Address

emili.pickenpaugh@unco.edu

Website

https://www.unco.edu/center-international-education/events/international-educati...

Country/State

Colorado

Event Access

Free and Open to the Public.