Jihee Beak

Jihee Beak is an Adjunct Professor at the School of Information Studies, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM), and holds a dual role as Policy and Planning Analyst and Coordinator of Data Analytics & Assessment at UWM's Office of Assessment and Institutional Research. She holds a PhD and MLIS from UWM, and a BS in Library and Information Science from Kyungpook National University, South Korea.

Her research focuses on knowledge organization, metadata development, and domain analysis. She explores topics such as user-generated tagging systems, metadata schemas for children's libraries, and comparative studies of knowledge organization practices across nations. Beak has taught courses like INFOST 511 (Organization of Information) and INFOST 230 (Knowledge Organization), emphasizing practical applications of information architecture and database management.

Her scholarly work consistently addresses the interplay between human cognition and information systems, particularly in educational contexts. While no formal awards are noted, her contributions to knowledge organization frameworks and metadata design reflect significant academic impact. Beak’s current projects likely involve leveraging data analytics for institutional assessment and advancing user-centered metadata practices.

Her publications span 2011–2017, analyzing topics like collaborative tagging in digital libraries, children’s metadata needs, and international comparisons of knowledge organization research trends. These works highlight her interdisciplinary approach, blending library science with computational methods and educational psychology.