Kevin Wang

Kevin Wang is a Ph.D. student in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication. A native of Taiwan, he received his master’s degree in digital media and bachelor’s degrees in political science and communications from the University of Washington in Seattle.

Current Research Interests:

Kevin’s research areas include political communication, theories of democracy and technology, information society, and globalization. His main interest revolves around the extent to which new media technologies might change our understanding of power and governance in different political systems as well as in a globalized world.

Journal Publications and Conference Presentations:

Wang, K. (2006). Online Forums as an Arena for Political Discussion: What Politicians and Activists Can Learn From Teachers. Paper presented at Thinking Through New Media: Interdisciplinary Graduate Student Conference, Durham, NC, June 7-10.

Wang, K. (2005). Can You Hear Me Now? Evaluating Online Consultation in Singapore. Paper presented at the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (AEJMC) Annual Convention, San Antonio, TX, August 10-13.

Lau, T.Y. & Wang (2005). Envisioning the Future: E-Government in Taiwan. Paper presented at the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (AEJMC) Annual Convention, San Antonio, TX, August 10-13.

Wang, K. (2005). Campaigns on the Web: Comparative Perspectives from Taiwan and the United States. Paper presented at the North America Taiwan Studies Association (NATSA) 11 th Annual Conference, Boulder, CO, June 2-5.

Wang, K. & Lau, T.Y. (2005). Public Service in the Information Age: A Study of E-Government in Taiwan. Paper presented at the 3rd Annual Chinese Internet Research Conference, East Lansing, MI, May 23-24.

TA, RA, or Other UM Appointments:

JOUR 3552 Internet and Global Society (Fall 2006)

Professional Experience:

Professionally, Kevin has worked several years in higher education as a web designer and program assistant for the University of Washington. Before coming to Minnesota, he managed the Norm Mineta Internship Immersion Program for The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars in Washington, D.C., where he also worked in federal and institutional relations.