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Thesis Advisors

For your MAIS 600 Project / Thesis work you need to be matched up with a Faculty Advisor who will provide oversight, counsel, supervision, and collaboration for you as you work to complete the capstone project of your MAIS program.

There are two ways that your Faculty Advisor can be assigned to you. The first is for you to identify a Faculty Advisor whom you feel has qualities, interests and background experience that you believe will be of assistance to you in your project work. To assist you in this identification process you can peruse the list of available faculty advisors below. You are welcome to contact them directly via email and correspond with them, introducing yourself and sharing with them what you are considering regarding your MAIS 600 Project / Thesis. They may be able to provide some helpful suggestions to you even at this early stage. Contacting the Faculty Advisor does not obligate you to select them as your Faculty Advisor; it simply allows you to dialog with them in advance to determine if they would be a good match for you in this process. It is important that both the Faculty Advisor and you share mutual goals for your project work and feel comfortable in working together on it.

Once you have identified a Faculty Advisor from the list, contacted them and discussed your project with them, you will need to ask their commitment to work with you on your project. Once you have received a commitment from a Faculty Advisor to work with you, you should then complete the Thesis Proposal Approval Form. This form is also available in materials from your MAIS 502 course instructor. Remember that you need to have an approved Thesis from Dr. Kim in order to sign on with an advisor.

If you do not wish to select or identify your own Faculty Advisor, you may then simply check the area on the Thesis Proposal Approval Form to indicate that you wish to have the MAIS department select a Faculty Advisor for you and then turn in the completed form to our office, following the instructions on the form.

Thesis Advisor Listing

Advisor	Previously Advised Theses	Research Interests
Prof. Michelle Cagnin Curriculum Vitae michelle.cagnin@gmail.com
Dr. Yengyn Chung Curriculum Vitae yengchung@gmail.com	A Symbiotic Policy Balance Between Sustainable Development and Panda Conservation The Role of Confucian Philosophy on Contemporary Education in China's Schools Pros and Cons of Investing in Real Estate in China A study concerning the unique needs of TCK students at SMIC School, Shanghai, China A Closer Look at Special Education in China: Parents' and Caregivers' Struggles and Concerns Guanxi, Trust, and Acculturation for Foreigners in China Modern Chinese Woman: Marching towards success or further oppressed The Chinese Way of Thinking: The New Generation Carrying a 70 Year Old Grudge Plugged In, Turned On, Volume Up: How Second Language Acquisition Games Could Strengthen the Chinese Market Second Language Acquisition and Age-Related Factors in the Shanghai Expat Community Language in Business: A Focus in China Shanghai Expatriates and Chinese Teenagers' Perceptions of each other and their desire to integrate What about the One-Child Policy Now? Ethnically Asian Native Speaking Teachers in China Students' Perspectives of Native and Non-Native English Teachers in China The Influence of Confucius on Chinese University Students Consumer Opinion on Automobiles from Chinese University Students	Ethnic minorities of China Early Education of China High-schoolers studying abroad
Prof. Alex English, M.A. Curriculum Vitae +(China)86-18665322037 AlexEnglish84@gmail.com		Cross-Cultural Studies Childhood Development Acculturation and Adaptation Second Language Acquisition Study Abroad and Language Exchange Programs E-Commerce and Small Business in China
Dr. Michael Gibson Curriculum Vitae (949) 631-1611 dr.mikegibson@gmail.com
Prof. Jessica Griner Curriculum Vitae jessicamelanieg@gmail.com	Perception and Buying Intention of Young Chinese Adults towards U.S. Apparel & Chinese Clothing Brands The Effects of Globalization on Motivation of Chinese Undergraduate University Students in Zhejiang Province Interested in Studying Abroad	TESOL Chinese language Research methodology (specifically qualitative) World literature Modern poetry
Dr. Bruce Hanson Curriculum Vitae (949) 228-0492 dochanson@mac.com	Wealth in Shanghai: discretionary spending The Effects of Globalization on the Youth Population of Shanghai Individualized Television Advertisement in China: Does a collectivist society use individualization to appeal to its customers? E-Commerce Perceptions and Chinese Consumers	Chinese business practice Entrepreneurism Organizational behavior General management Joint ventures
Dr. Elaine He Curriculum Vitae ew92612@yahoo.com	Teachers & Environmental Education Attitudes Towards Socially Acceptable Behaviors Plastic Recycling Behavior of Shanghai Students: A school-based Action Research Recycling Study	Environmental perception Emergency response Population geography Residential analysis Spatial analysis Intercultural education
Prof. Randal Long Curriculum Vitae (949) 636-8703 randalmlong@mac.com		Small and medium-sized business startup, operations, practices, etc.
Dr. John Liang Curriculum Vitae john.liang@biola.edu	China's Economic Growth and its Adverse Effects on the Elderly Ethnic Identity and Cultural Adjustment of Chinese Americans in Shanghai, China Parent Involvement in Education in China from the University Students' Perspective Comparative Analysis of Local & Foreign Tea Philosophies	English education in China Intercultural communication 1^st & 2^nd language acquisition 2^nd language assessment 2^nd language curriculum
Prof. Craig Molitoris Curriculum Vitae (949) 854-8002 x1707 craig.molitoris@cui.edu	Chinese Christians and their cultural Influences Has Religious Taoism Lost the Tao? Religious Beliefs in Buji, Shenzhen	Chinese business practice Entrepreneurism Organizational behavior General management Joint ventures
Dr. Thomas Ni Curriculum Vitae (626) 329-2889 thomasni@yahoo.com	College Students' Perceptions and Attitudes on Smoking in China	Philosophy Chinese Philosophy Religion History of Christianity
Dr. John Norton Curriculum Vitae (949) 214-1819 john.norton@cui.edu	Chinese Cultural and Literary Bridges to Christianity Using Camping Programs to Teach Team-building Skills in Mama Jo's Care Center, Henan, China English As A Global Language and Its Micro and Macro Effects The Synthesis of Eastern & Western Music A Handbook of Hope: Zhejiang's Orphan Care System ADD in China Vs. ADD in the United States	British, American, and World literature Shakespeare, T.S. Eliot, Yu Hua, Milton, Rohinton Mistry Literature of poverty - spiritual, physical, intellectual. International studies Editing/Reviewing
Dr. Grace Park Curriculum Vitae ossinim@yahoo.com		Linguistic analysis of Biblical Hebrew Literacy in Ancient Israel Northwest Semitic Inscriptions Scribal Education in Ancient Israel and the Ancient Near East Ancient Near Eastern Literature Babylonian Talmud
Dr. Timothy Peters Curriculum Vitae (949) 214-3363 tim.peters@cui.edu	In What Ways has China's Cultural, Social, & Educational History Affected Creativity in China's Public School System? The Status of "Luxury" in Shanghai	Leadership development Organizational management Strategic planning
Prof. Roger Philips Curriculum Vitae roger.philips@cui.edu	Canada's Crude Attitude "Disobedience" with Chinese characteristics: Understanding of Public Littering and Environmental Law Enforcement in China with Shenzhen as an example The Future of Wine in China An Examination of the Success of Women in their Professional & Personal Development Abroad An Analysis of the Evolution of Chinese Business through Mergers and Acquisitions History of Chinese Courtship and Love, Future of Dating Agencies The Organic Movement in Shanghai From China to the Philippines-Socioeconomics Chinese Consumer Decision Making: Written English and It's Influence on Clothing	International sales, marketing, management Market research Software technology Engineering applications Corporate financing Business planning Business structures
Dr. G. David Rath Curriculum Vitae (562) 640-1721 gdavidrath@gmail.com		E-learning Extensive reading Metacognition Narrative and orality Socialization in education
Prof. Yingying Reed Curriculum Vitae yyr1688@yahoo.com	Bicycle Kingdom: The Metamorphosis of Cycling in Shanghai	Teaching strategies for second language acquisition Confucianism in modern China Changes in Chinese culture Expatriate life in China Cross culture communication
Dr. Kent Schlichtemeier Curriculum Vitae (949) 214-3354 kent.schlichtemeier@cui.edu	The Differences in Math Instruction in the Primary Grades in Urban Schools in The People's Republic of China and California	Classroom management Leadership Effective pedagogy
Dr. Yi Schuler (Fu Yi) Curriculum Vitae (949) 214-3376 yi.schuler@cui.edu	Marriage Attitudes of college Students in Hangzhou Chinese College Students' Attitude Toward HIV and Aids Realities of Life for Chinese Migrant Children: Parental Sentiments Emerging into Adulthood: Perceptions of Chinese College Students on Becoming An Adult Young Adults in China: Leading to a Collectivist Adulthood The Correlation Between Musical Aptitude on Second Language Learning Chinese Women's Perspectives of Tampons Gender Roles in Modern Day China Body Height and Occupation Success in Hangzhou Measuring Chinese Students' Cultural Dimensions The Current State of Chinese Cinema	Cross-cultural experience around the world Impact of globalization on marginal communities Educational issues around the world
Dr. Jack Schultz Curriculum Vitae (949) 214-3325 jack.schultz@cui.edu	Far from the International Standard : Administering Archaeological Perpetuation in Shanghai's Cultural Heritage Environment	Ethnography Native peoples Intersection of culture and faith
Dr. Daniel Scott Curriculum Vitae (949) 451-5545 dscott@ivc.edu	Economic, Social and Political Changes in Post-WTO Vietnam Generational Attitudes Toward Migrant Workers in China Chinese Middle Class Luxury Goods Consumption	Organizational management International management education Organizational development Business ethics Social responsibility theory and practice Small business development
Dr. Dan Waite Curriculum Vitae (949) 214-3472 dan.waite@cui.edu	Study Abroad Choices of Chinese Students Traditional Forms of Art in the Lives of Modern Chinese Students Factors Influencing Career Choices Among Chinese College Students
Dr. Peichi Waite Curriculum Vitae (626) 264-2124 peichiwaite@yahoo.com	Use of Internet and Cellular Technology by Third Culture Kids in Shanghai, China	Migrant/immigrant children and education Culture and education Rural education in China Minority students Children with disabilities in China Third Culture Kids Arts in education Photo voice School evaluation Community needs assessment Teacher education in China Qualitative methods
Dr. Xiao-qing Wang Curriculum Vitae (949) 214-3364 xiaoqing.wang@cui.edu	Daily Use of the Internet by Chinese Students and its Effect on their Academic Performance Buddhism in China Today Deaf Education in China and US Changing Norms of Courtship, Marriage, and Divorce in Modern China Gender Inequality in the Workforce in Shanghai French Globalization on China	Population issues Chinese Christianity Popular religions Gender and social inequality Cultural and social changes and globalization Educational issues
Dr. Chunjuan (Nancy) Wei Curriculum Vitae (909) 625-3373 chunjuanw@yahoo.com	Views of Formosa: The Republic of China as Perceived by Citizens of the People's Republic of China The Transformation of the Chinese Legal System Sino-African Relations: China's policies in Africa and the rippling effects for the globe Chinese Reactions to US Media Portrayals of China	Cross-Taiwan Strait relationships US-China relationships Political logic of Chinese economic reform and development Chinese-Tibetan relationships Research methodology in social science
Dr. Hal Whelply Jr. Curriculum Vitae (949) 857-6680 whelply@cox.net	One nation's trash, another nation's treasure : A look at the U.S. - China ferrous scrap metal trade An Ethnographic Study of Academic Pressure on Chinese students China's Migrant Workers: Beyond Beijing 2008 Values and Worldviews of Expatriates Living in China Acculturation of Graduate Students China's Not-So-Little Emperors: The "One-Child Policy" Generation 30 Years Later Drinking in China Higher Education: Do Students' Expectancies Explain Drinking Choices Preference of Advertisement and Cultural Changes	Instructional message design Instructional technology Instructional development Educational assessment and evaluation Accreditation
Dr. Mark Williams Curriculum Vitae (602) 349-5416 markswilliams59@yahoo.com		Past Interests – Animism & Folk Religion; Hermeneutics; Phenomenology Present Interests – Animism & Folk Religion; Phenomenology; Cultural Anthropology; Ethnohistory; Globalization & Development; China Studies Potential Interests – China Studies; East-West Relations
Dr. George Wright Curriculum Vitae (949) 214-3379 george.wright@cui.edu	In what ways will current economic, financial and political conditions favor the increased use of solar power roofs in China? Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) Chinese Banking : the past, present, and pending Japan's Ability and Desire to Participate in international Security Migration and How It is affecting the Quality of Life in Shanghai The Right Movement: American Sports Leagues Finding a Window Into China's Sports Culture China's policy in Xinjiang: Assimilation and Natural Resources The Role of Censorship in China's Artistic Output Evaluation of the Great Firewall of China Xizang/Tibet Pulled Between Two Worlds, A Comparative Study The Rule of Law in China The Formula for Brand Success in Mainland China Marketing and the Effectiveness in China Spending Habits of the Shanghainese Overcoming Historical and Cultural Bias for Contraceptives and Alcoholic Products Conspicuous Consumption in China and Its Effect on Elder Care Small Coffee Companies Entering the Chinese Market Influence of the Word of Mouth on Apple Computer Tablets Purchase State Influence on Labor Market Development in China: College Majors and Employment The Views of Chinese Youth on Cultural Globalization The Chinese Leisure Market for Professional Basketball Market Research on Beer Among Citizens of Hangzhou Strategic Market Research for China Wine Sales	Business applications Macroeconomics Information technology Capitalism Financial "shenanigans" Consumer behavior Organization behavior Government interference Unique solution proposals Evaluating risk and reward Role of information in society Resource allocation
Prof. Ryan Wright Curriculum Vitae (909) 268-2695 ryanwright32@hotmail.com	Environmental Port Policies: A comparative study of the Port of Shanghai and the Port of Long Beach Hu's Peaceful Rise Theory & China's use of Soft and Hard Power Diplomacy United States Peace Corp Values in China Young Asian Female seeks Middle-aged Black Male for US President Dating and Courtship in China A Statistical Analysis based on Career Decision The Walker English Institute Chinese Post-Secondary Student Leisure Time Preferences Foreign Teacher Retention in Shanghai Marketing to the Chinese Youth China: the New Age of Exploration
Dr. Shuang "Frances" Wu Curriculum Vitae swu@apu.edu		Global Competence Development Global Learning and Spiritual Formation Intercultural Communication Second Language Acquisition Higher Education in China Engaging Learners in the Learning Process
Prof. Damian J. Wyman Curriculum Vitae damian.wyman@cui.edu	Tea Culture in Urban China Perspectives on the Cultural Representation of Education in Contemporary Chinese Cinema Foreign Teacher Retention in Shanghai Teaching to the Middle & Differentiated Instruction: China vs. USA Attitudes Toward Individualism Among College Students in China Discrimination of Foreigner in China? EFL Motivation Level of Chinese University Students Chinese Teachers Teaching English in China Matching Teaching Style with Learning Styles in Shanghai Self-Efficacy as a Predictor of Academic Achievement Academic Integrity of Chinese Students	Education in China and the US Chinese culture and history Cross cultural issues Teaching methodology Learner variables Cultural comparison Values in education Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
Julie Zwart, M.A. Curriculum Vitae Short Bio +86 183 2446 7830 julie.zwart@gmail.com		Intercultural communication Language acquisition TESOL

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