Communication, Media & Theatre Arts

Biography

Dr. Shen started teaching at Eastern Michigan University in 2006. He adds the perspective of a quantitative researcher to the department. His research is consistent with his training as a quantitative, experimental researcher. He has extensive experience with both univariate and multivariate statistical methods. Dr. Shen enjoys teaching as well. He deems classroom interactions as essential to promote his life. It is the communication with students and other faculty members that keeps him warm on the snowy days.

Education

• Ph.D., Arizona State University, 2008
• MS. University of Colorado at Denver, 1999
• BS. Soochow University, Taiwan, 1993

Interests and Expertise

Research interests

• face management
• relational initiation and maintenance
• emotions and communication
• conflict management
• nonverbal communication

Courses

• CTAC 227 Interpersonal Communication
• CTAC 226 Nonverbal Communication
• CTAC 274 Intercultural Communication
• CTAC 475W Research in Speech Communication

Advising

• Communication

Professional Affiliations

• International Association for Relationship Research
• International Communication Association
• National Communication Association