Ejae Lee

Ejae Lee, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mass Communication, Advertising and Public Relations at Boston University. Her research explores organizational communication strategies to build authenticity and sustainable stakeholder relationships, with a focus on corporate social advocacy and prosocial communication.

• Ph.D. in Media Arts and Sciences, Indiana University
• M.A. in Media Arts and Sciences, Indiana University
• M.A. in Communication, Ewha Womans University
• B.A. in Law, Ewha Womans University

Lee’s work investigates the role of authenticity in public relations, particularly in organizational advocacy for polarizing sociopolitical issues. She leads an international research project at the Arthur W. Page Center at Penn State University, aiming to advance theoretical and practical frameworks for corporate social advocacy.

Her research trends highlight the intersection of organizational communication, prosocial behavior, and stakeholder engagement. Studies like Effects of Authenticity in Organizational Advocacy for Polarizing Issues (2025) examine how companies navigate polarized debates while maintaining trust.

Lee teaches courses in public relations writing, research methods, brand management, and social media communication strategies. Her current work at the Arthur W. Page Center underscores her commitment to bridging academic research with industry practice.