Assistant Professor
School of Communication and Journalism
What I find most inspiring about Professor Li is the depth of her kindness. “Kind” almost seems too simple, too inadequate to describe the type of instructor Professor Li is, but during this especially trying year, I think it is a trait which cannot be overstated. During our JRN 106 meetings, I recall that she was constantly asking our class for opinions on how she could improve the course.
Any student who takes a course with Professor Li will notice how important it is to her that each person in the class has the same opportunities to succeed. Whenever somebody offered feedback, she gave them her full attention and then sought to implement their suggestion. I wouldn’t be surprised if her kindness, which she exhibited at every meeting, inspires people to go out of their way to make others feel appreciated.
– Emily Bishop
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