So, you think that you don't have an accent? Guess again. Two faculty members from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville (Illinois) have started a project that asks the basic question: "What is English like in Illinois?" Currently, they are learning about the nature of English dialect variation in southwestern Illinois In the future, They hope to expand the survey to include more areas of Illinois, as well as compare our observations about Illinois to similar observations about English usage in St. Louis city and county, and in more northern parts of the state, including Chicago. To find out more or to be interviewed for the project LINK HERE.
The presentation of Kristine Hildebrandt and Laura Wehmer can be viewed below. Grab a soda or a pop and enjoy!
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