Huichun Liang

Huichun Liang is an Assistant Teaching Professor of Chinese at the University of Missouri, affiliated with the School of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures within the College of Arts and Science. Their office is located in 210C Arts & Science Building.

Education:

• MA in English Literature, Governors State University, Illinois (1999)
• BA in Chinese Language & Literature, Zhongshan (Sun Yat-sen) University, China (1983)

Research & Teaching Focus: Specializes in Chinese language pedagogy, Chinese literature, and cross-cultural translation. Active in creative writing (prose/poetry) and collaborative translation projects between English and Chinese. Previously worked as an editor/reporter at China National Radio Station, earning journalism accolades.

Awards:

• 2016 Purple Chalk Teaching Award (University of Missouri)
• 1987 Special Award for investigative reporting on the Da-Xing-An Mountain forest fire
• 1987 Co-winner of China National Radio Station's Best News-Editing

Professional Background: Joined MU in 2010, teaches courses ranging from Elementary Chinese to Advanced Literature. Prior U.S. university teaching experience. Combines academic expertise with professional journalism and literary creation.