Chih-Jen Melvin Lee

Chih-Jen Melvin Lee is a Lecturer in Foreign Languages at the University of Pennsylvania, specifically within the Department of East Asian Languages and Civilizations (EALC) under the College of Arts & Sciences. His primary research interest focuses on Chinese language education, emphasizing pedagogical approaches and methodologies in teaching foreign languages. Lee is affiliated with the School of Arts & Sciences and maintains an office in Williams Hall 701. His work contributes to the broader mission of preparing students for academic and professional engagement with East Asia through language proficiency and cultural understanding.

As part of the EALC team, Lee collaborates with programs such as the Korean, Japanese, and Vietnamese Language Programs highlighted in recent university news. While no specific awards or grants are noted, his role supports the department’s initiatives in language education innovation, as evidenced by program features in media like Penn Today and The Daily Pennsylvanian.