The International Conference on Linguistics (ICL) at Kuwait University aims to bring together leading academics, researchers and students of Linguistics to explore and share current research findings and scholarly contributions in the field. Providing a much-needed forum in the region, keynote speakers, presenters and panelists will introduce and discuss current research trends, concerns and practical challenges in the diverse field of Linguistics.
Deadline for abstract submission: November 15th, 2019
Call for Contributions:
Contributions are welcome in various subfields of linguistics. ICL main language is English, but it accepts presentations of thorough research findings in Arabic and/or French. Topics of interest for submission include, but are not limited to:
- Syntax
- Morphology
- Phonology
- Phonetics
- Semantics
- Pragmatics
- Discourse analysis
- Corpus linguistics
- Computational linguistics
- Sociolinguistics
- Bilingualism
- Language acquisition
- Psycholinguistics
- Neurolinguistics
Languages of the Conference:
Although English will be the main medium of presentation, applicants are welcome to submit abstracts of research findings in Arabic and/or French.
Abstracts Format and submission guidelines:
Abstract are to be submitted online to KU-ICL@Arts.ku.edu.kw. Authors may submit the pdf’s of up to two abstracts. Applicants should indicate their presentation preference: plenary session, research presentation session (paper presentation), workshop session, poster or virtual paper session. Abstracts are expected to meet the following guidelines:
- Up to 400 words (not counting references)
- Times New Roman 12 points only
- 1.5 line spacing
- 1.5 cm left and right margins
- 2.0 cm top and bottom margins
- Up to seven keywords
- No tables, charts, or graphics
For further information and enquiries on abstract submission, contact Dr. Amin Almuhanna at (KU-ICL@Arts.ku.edu.kw).
For general inquiries contact Dr. Khaled Albahri at (KU-ICL@Arts.ku.edu.kw).