Shihan Li

Shihan Li serves as an Assistant Professor of Management at the Gatton College of Business and Economics, University of Kentucky, where she investigates workplace dynamics through the lens of social networks and organizational behavior.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Public Policy and Management, Carnegie Mellon University, Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy

Research Profile: Dr. Li examines how social networks influence the spread of emotions, behaviors, and cognitions within organizations, with emphasis on personnel management practices that build human/social capital and foster diversity, equity, and inclusion. Her methodology combines social network analysis of archival data with longitudinal field surveys, generating actionable insights for improving organizational performance and individual well-being through evidence-based interventions.

Professional Context: Her work bridges theoretical organizational studies with practical applications for creating equitable workplaces, utilizing mixed-method approaches to decode complex social dynamics in corporate environments.