International student's learning adjustment
Research Field
Welcome to Pei-chih's captivating research domain, centered around the intricate fabric of interpersonal communication. If you've ever pondered the motives and mechanisms driving human interaction, you're in the right place.
Pei-chih's academic journey has evolved from mass communication and family dynamics, with a focus on conflict resolution, to her present fascination with intercultural communication. Her experiences as a graduate student, working as a teaching assistant and English instructor in the US and Japan, ignited her passion for exploring the crossroads of cultures and communication.
Currently an assistant professor at International Bachelor Degree Program, Tsing Hua College, National Tsing Hua University, Pei-chih extends her mentorship to a diverse cohort of international undergraduates. Her research now zeroes in on the challenges these students face in their academic and social adjustment. By illuminating these obstacles, she strives to cultivate a more inclusive and supportive global academic community.
If unraveling the intricacies of human communication and fostering connections across cultures resonates with you, consider this your invitation to join Pei-chih's journey. Together, we'll explore the captivating realms of interpersonal and intercultural communication.
Enter the realm of Pei-chih's research, where the fascinating crossroads of intercultural and interpersonal communication come alive. Her focus lies on the intricate dynamics of intimate relationships, uniquely set within the context of college students' first-year adjustments. Through her study, she unveils the hurdles these students face while acclimating to novel academic and social landscapes. Pei-chih's exploration involves a deep dive into how individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds navigate and sustain close connections during this transformative period. Her ultimate goal is to enrich our comprehension of effective communication strategies, fostering not only healthier relationships but also a more nurturing environment for international students as they embark on their educational journeys.
Keywords: intercultural communication, first-year student's learning and adjustment, interpersonal communication, intimate relationship
Pei-chih's academic journey has navigated from mass communication and family dynamics to her present fascination with intercultural communication. Enriched by her experiences as a graduate student and roles as a teaching assistant and English instructor in the US and Japan, her passion lies at the crossroads of cultures and communication.
In her role as an assistant professor at the International Bachelor Degree Program at Tsing Hua College, National Tsing Hua University, Pei-Chih nurtures a diverse group of international undergraduates. This collective is not only her research team but also her dynamic "lab," collaborating to decipher the challenges these students encounter in academic and social integration. By illuminating these obstacles, her aim is to forge a more inclusive and supportive global academic community.
If the intrigue of unraveling human communication intricacies and fostering cross-cultural bonds resonates with you, we extend an invitation to embark on Pei-chih's journey. Together, we'll chart the captivating terrains of interpersonal and intercultural communication.
Recent publications:
Lin, P.-C., Chen, S.-Y., Kuo, H.-Y. & Lin, F.-R. (2022, May). Learning nomad in higher education: an analysis of self-designed major program students’ learning patterns from identity, human, and social capital perspectives. Journal of Education and Learning, 11(4), 31-40.
Lin, C. H., Lin, H. F., Yeo, B., & Lin, P. C. (2021, Mar). The Influence of Social TV Multitasking Behavior on the Effectiveness of Cross-Media Advertising. International Journal of Communication, 15, 1-24.
2023, Distinguished Mentor at Tsing Hua College, National Tsing Hua University
2021, United Micro Electronics (UMC) Thesis Award
2016, Ph.D. Ph.D. Program in Communication Studies, Shih Hsin University, Taiwan
2007, M.A. Speech Communication, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, U.S.A.
2003, B.A. Radio, TV, and Film, Shih Hsin University, Taiwan