Wei-Yi Cheng

Wei-Yi Cheng serves as Senior Lecturer and Tech Coordinator in the Department of Classical and Oriental Studies at Hunter College, City University of New York. She is a core faculty member for Chinese Studies and leads technological integration for the Chinese Flagship Program, which provides advanced Mandarin training with a capstone year in Taiwan at National Chengchi University (NCCU).

Her academic credentials include:

• Master of Arts in Educational Communication and Technology, New York University

Dr. Cheng specializes in technology-enhanced language instruction, focusing on digital tools for Mandarin acquisition and curriculum development. Her work bridges traditional language pedagogy with innovative communication technologies to create immersive learning environments for heritage and non-heritage learners.

While specific grant details are unprovided, her Tech Coordinator role indicates active management of program infrastructure and partnerships. The Chinese Flagship Program facilitates student enrollment in NCCU's direct courses across 12 colleges including Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, and International Affairs, with housing in iHouse and Hua Nan Dormitories.

As program architect for Taiwan immersion, Dr. Cheng oversees academic logistics at NCCU's Wenshan campus near Taipei Zoo. Students access NCCU's library, sports facilities, and cultural resources while engaging with Taipei's professional ecosystem through the university's urban location.