Chase Wesley Raymond

Chase Wesley Raymond is an esteemed Associate Professor in the Department of Linguistics at the University of Colorado, Boulder, where he also serves as a core faculty member in the Culture, Language, and Social Practice (CLASP) Program. He holds dual doctorates in Hispanic Linguistics and Sociology from UCLA, which have equipped him with a unique interdisciplinary perspective on language and social interaction. Raymond's research is deeply rooted in the exploration of language and social life, with a particular focus on contact situations that involve diverse languages, dialects, and cultural backgrounds. His work is characterized by the integration of theories and methodologies from Conversation Analysis, Interactional Linguistics, Pragmatics, and Sociolinguistics. Through this multifaceted approach, he investigates how individuals construct meaning and negotiate identities through language in both everyday and institutional contexts. A significant portion of Raymond's research is dedicated to understanding the linguistic and social experiences of Latinx and Spanish-speaking communities in the United States. He is particularly interested in how these communities navigate and negotiate their identities in multilingual and multicultural settings. His work sheds light on the complexities of language use and social interaction in these contexts, contributing valuable insights to the fields of linguistics and sociology. Raymond's scholarly contributions are widely recognized, with his publications appearing in a diverse array of academic journals. His work has been featured in publications spanning disciplines from Linguistics and Communication Studies to Healthcare, reflecting the broad applicability and impact of his research. Through his interdisciplinary approach, Raymond continues to advance our understanding of the intricate relationship between language and social life.