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Lei Wang
Assistant Professor | College of Education
Dr. Lei Wang’s research focuses on exploring the pedagogical applications of emerging technologies, such as generative AI, virtual reality, and augmented reality, in K-12 and higher education settings. Dr. Wang is particularly interested in how these innovative tools can transform teaching methodologies and enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
In addition to her research, Dr. Wang is committed to developing effective instructional strategies tailored to diverse learner profiles and needs. She actively designs and implements theory-based learning resources rubrics for assessing the quality of learning resources to prompt deeper learning and student achievement, contributing valuable insights to the field of educational technology.
Dr. Wang is dedicated to her students’ success and is proactive in reaching out to ensure their engagement and progress in her courses. She values open communication and is always available to support students who may be facing challenges in their academic journey.
Shu-Ching Wang
Director
Yi Wang
Professor & Chair | College of Sciences
Ph.D. Mathematics (2003) West Virginia University
Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering (1997) Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu, China
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, (1991) Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu, China
Bio: Dr. Wang is Professor of Mathematics at Auburn University Montgomery (AUM). He joined the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, AUM as Assistant Professor in August 2006. Subsequently, he was promoted to Associate Professor in 2010 and Professor in 2015. Dr. Wang received his second Ph.D. in mathematics from West Virginia University, USA in 2003, and his first Ph.D. in mechanical engineering from Southwest Jiaotong University, China in 1997. Dr. Wang’s current research interests include machine learning and operation research.
Dr. Wang was born in China. He grew up in a family of teachers with a younger brother and younger twin sisters. At his leisure time, Dr. Wang likes swimming, tennis, pingpong, badminton, fishing, and playing poker.
Chelsea Ward
Professor/Head | College of Sciences
Ph.D. (2005) Auburn University in Biology
BS (1998) Florida Institute of Technology in Marine Biology
Dr. Ward’s research focuses are on immunology and stress physiology as it relates to temperature and changing environments. She also has interested in latitudinal gradients in stress physiology, immunology, and metabolism in Anurans.
Ashley Warren
Graduate Admissions Program Coordinator
Kaitlyn Wearden
Instructional Designer – College of Sciences
Annette Whatley
Senior Administrative Associate
Christopher White
Vice Chancellor
Kara'n M. White
Senior Certification and Field Experience Manager
Kara'n M. White
Senior Certification and Field Experience Manager | College of Education
