Fr. Philip Johnson is a Research Assistant and Academic Researcher specializing in Foreign Language Studies at Hofstra University.
Foreign Language Translator
Hofstra University — Research Assistant

Fr. Philip Johnson is an Academic Researcher, Research Assistant and Foreign Language Translator. Johnson is actively engaged in academic research at Hofstra University. Working directly with faculty members and fellow researchers, Johnson plays a critical role in data collection, analysis and documentation. Drawing on an extensive background in linguistics and foreign language, he offers expertise to the department as a Foreign Language Translator. Johnson specializes in French language, but is additionally proficient in Spanish, German and Latin. His translation services bridge the gap between academic research in the French and English speaking worlds.
Education & Academic Qualifications
United States Naval Academy

Fr. Philip Johnson is a veteran of the United States Navy. During his training at the United States Naval Academy, Johnson took part in a study abroad program in Paris, France. This immersive program deepened Johnson’s passion for French language and culture. Seeking to enhance his linguistic skills, Johnson’s study abroad experience paved the way for his future career as a French Translator. Johnson graduated from the United States Naval Academy with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in History, with a concentration in French Language.
Additional Language Proficiency
Fr. Philip Johnson is a Foreign Language Studies Research Assistant who specializes in French translation services. While he specializes in work as a French Translator, Johnson is additionally proficient in Spanish, German and Latin. His linguistic skillset has helped him to incorporate holistic perspectives into his academic research at Hofstra University. Johnson’s areas of fluency have provided him with a basic understanding of the larger Romance Language Family, as well as Latin languages and languages of Germanic origin.