She received her B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering from Harbin Engineering University (China), in 1999, and her Ph.D. degree in Mechanical Engineering from University of California, Riverside, in 2006. Before joining Embry-riddle, she worked in the consulting firm of Arup at Los Angeles office as a fire engineer. She is a professional member of the Society of Fire Protection Engineer, and a member of American Society of Engineering Education. Her research interests include the incorporation of active learning techniques as well as integration of innovation and entrepreneurship into the engineering graphics course. In addition, she is active in creating E-learning environment to enhance the learning experience of students. She is the winner of 2013 Chair’s Award, and 2013 Media Showcase Award.