Seongho An

Seongho An is an Assistant Professor in the School of Public Administration at the University of Central Florida (UCF), part of the College of Community Innovation and Education. His research focuses on nonprofit organizations' digital advocacy, crisis communication, and cross-sector collaboration. Prior to UCF, he worked at LG Chemical’s Corporate Social Responsibility team and earned his Ph.D. in Social Welfare from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice. He holds dual bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Business Administration from Yonsei University, South Korea.

**Education**:

• Ph.D. in Social Welfare, University of Pennsylvania (School of Social Policy and Practice)
• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Bachelor of Business Administration, Yonsei University

**Research Interests**: Dr. An’s work explores how nonprofits leverage digital tools for advocacy, navigate government regulations, and respond to crises like pandemics. He examines homelessness solutions, social media coalition-building, and international nonprofit practices, particularly in South Korea. His studies emphasize policy implications and cross-cultural insights.

**Article Trends**: Recent research highlights nonprofit crisis communication during disasters (e.g., Hurricane Irma), cross-sector partnerships, and homelessness policy in Central Florida. A thematic focus on digital advocacy and social media strategies underscores his commitment to modernizing nonprofit engagement.

**Awards/Grants**: No awards or grants explicitly mentioned in the text.

**Labs/Teams**: No lab affiliations or collaborative teams specified.