Se Woong Lee

Dr. Se Woong Lee is an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis at the University of Missouri-Columbia, College of Education. He joined the faculty in 2016 and conducts research on educator impact, equity, and systemic barriers in education.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis, University of Wisconsin-Madison

His research focuses on teacher quality, teacher evaluation, labor market dynamics, and school governance, with a strong emphasis on equity for marginalized populations, particularly Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. Using mixed-methods approaches, he investigates how leadership practices, policy decisions, and structural inequalities shape student outcomes and educational experiences.

His recent publications span topics such as teacher labor markets, school board governance, and anti-racist leadership. The body of work reflects a consistent focus on dismantling systemic inequities and improving leadership practices in K-12 education.

Scientific Awards and Funding:

• Funding from the American Educational Research Association
• Funding from the Russell Sage Foundation
• Funding from the University of Missouri System Research Board

Dr. Lee has secured external grants to support his research agenda. While specific advisees are not listed, his work contributes significantly to the fields of educational leadership and policy. He is actively involved in scholarly communities and publishes in leading journals including Educational Evaluation and Policy Analysis, AERA Open, and Teachers College Record.