Adrián Rodríguez-Riccelli

Dr. Adrián Rodríguez-Riccelli is at the forefront of discovery in the field of Romance Languages and Literatures, serving as an Assistant Professor at the University at Buffalo. With a PhD in Hispanic and Lusophone Linguistics from the University of Texas at Austin, Dr. Rodríguez-Riccelli brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his academic endeavors. His research interests are diverse and encompass areas such as Variationist socio-linguistics, Contact linguistics, Morphosyntax, Language change, Afro-diasporic Romance vernaculars, Pidgin & Creole languages, Spanish in the United States, and Multilingualism. Dr. Rodríguez-Riccelli has made significant contributions to the field through his research, which includes studies on subject pronoun expression in Cabo-Verdean Creole and the outcomes of language contact in Lusophone regions of West Africa. His work not only advances theoretical understanding but also has practical implications for understanding the dynamics of language in multilingual and multicultural contexts. At the University at Buffalo, Dr. Rodríguez-Riccelli is dedicated to teaching and mentoring students. He offers a range of courses that reflect his research interests, including Latin American Spanish Dialectology, Spanish Syntax, Portuguese, and Spanish language. His teaching philosophy emphasizes the importance of linguistic diversity and the role of language in shaping cultural identity. Dr. Rodríguez-Riccelli's commitment to his field is evident in his active engagement with the academic community. He regularly participates in conferences and workshops, sharing his insights and collaborating with fellow scholars. His work has been published in various academic journals, contributing to the ongoing discourse in linguistics and related fields. Through his research and teaching, Dr. Rodríguez-Riccelli continues to explore the complexities of language contact and variation, seeking to uncover the intricate ways in which languages influence one another and evolve over time. His passion for linguistics and dedication to education make him a valuable asset to the University at Buffalo and the broader academic community.