Sharon Lee

Sharon Lee is a Teaching Assistant Professor in the Education Policy, Organization & Leadership department at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's College of Education. Her work focuses on higher education policy, history of education, and issues surrounding diversity, equity, and campus climate, particularly for Asian American students.

• Ph.D. in Educational Policy Studies (2010), University of Illinois

Lee's research explores the racialization of Asian Americans in educational institutions, campus climate dynamics, and diversity initiatives. She has published extensively on Asian American student activism, affirmative action policies, and countering racial stereotypes in education.

Her recent publications examine trends in diversity discourse and Asian American student experiences. Awards include the 2024 Campus Award for Excellence in Online Teaching and the 2022 TEAACH Act Grant. She teaches courses on Asian American education, college teaching methods, and educational inquiry.

• Campus Award for Excellence in Online Teaching (2024)
• College of Education Excellence in Online Teaching Award (2023)
• TEAACH Act Grant (2022)