Saemyi Park

Saemyi Park is an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point since 2016. Her academic focus spans political behavior, race and ethnicity, and health politics.

• Ph.D., Political Science, University of Wisconsin-Madison
• M.A., International Communication, American University
• M.A., Political Science and International Relations, Sookmyung Women's University
• B.A., Political Science and International Relations, Sookmyung Women's University

Park’s research explores Asian American political engagement, emphasizing intergroup relations and immigration policy. She examines how group consciousness and ethnic identity shape political attitudes.

Her publications include studies on Asian Americans' perceptions of political commonality with other minority groups and attitudes toward immigration, reflecting broader themes in Political Science and Race and Ethnicity.

• Jewel Prestage Award (2021)
• UW Wisconsin Teaching Fellows and Scholars (2022-2023)
• Outstanding Women of Color in Education Award (2013)

Park’s teaching emphasizes critical thinking, with courses such as American Politics, Minority Group Politics, and Politics, Art & Film. She is affiliated with organizations like the Asian Pacific American Caucus and Southwestern Political Science Association. No student advising details or grants are mentioned in the provided text.