Chang-Han Liu
Assistant Professor
Ethnic and Race Studies
EMAIL: cliu@bmcc.cuny.edu
Office: S-623G
Office Hours: By appointment via email at cliu@bmcc.cuny.edu
Phone: +1 (212) 220-8352
Expertise
Prof. Liu, who also goes by Michael, has had a multifaceted career with experience and expertise in cross-cultural competencies, arts integration, Asian American history, Chinese culture, theatre producing, acting on stage and on screen, non-profit administration, and fundraising. To view Michael’s bio and CV, please visit https://www.michaelcliu.org/
Degrees
- Ed.D. St. John’s University, School of Education, Department of Administrative and Instructional Leadership
- M.A. New York University, Tisch School of the Arts, Department of Art and Public Policy, Major in Arts Politics
- M.F.A. Taipei National University of the Arts, Department of Theatre Arts, Major in Acting
- B.A. National Chengchi University, Department of Diplomacy
Courses Taught
- This course introduces Chinese culture and history, taking into account changes of tradition and inheritance in social, political, economic, and philosophical aspects. Cultural activities from ancient to modern times will also be covered in the class. A brief history of China and its contact with the west will also be explored. Discussion of criticism about the past and present in China will be encouraged. Films, guest speakers, and field visits will be integral to the class.
- The Asian American presence from the mid-nineteenth century to the present is studied. Three periods, 1848 to 1943, 1943 to 1965, and 1965 to the present are examined. Topics are desigend to focus on the impact of historical processes on the cultural, economic, and political experiences of diverse Asian American groups in urban and rural communities. The multi-ethnic aspects of Asian American communities are explored.
Research and Projects
Publications
- Liu, C.-H. (2023). Arts Integration as an approach for anti-racist pedagogy: A case study. Journal for Leadership and Instruction, 22(1), 26–32.
- Garnyé, J., & Kostroff, M. (2023). The Stage Actor’s Handbook: Traditions, Protocols, and Etiquette for the Working and Aspiring Professional 劇場演員大補帖：百老匯演員手把手教你劇場潛規則與禁忌 (M. C. Liu, Trans.). Locus Publishing.
- Liu, C.-H. (2022). How arts integration affects college teachers and students’ cultural competence: A grounded theory research [St. John’s University].
- Liu, C.-H., & Parnther, C. (2021). Cultural competence and online learning in the wake of COVID-19: A critical review of the literature. Technology & Higher Education: Emerging Practice, 2(1), 33–50.
- Liu, C.-H. (2014). Shakespearean Players in New York Competing to Engaged Audience 美國紐約莎劇玩家競演・觀眾認真投入遊戲. Performing Arts Review.
- Liu, C.-H. (2009). Two is One—The Western Avantgarde in the East 西方的前衛在東方. Performing Arts Review.
- Liu, C.-H. (2007). To tell a story: Another aspect of actin: Documenting Death & Bangkok Revolver. Taipei National University of the Arts.
- Liu, C.-H. (2007b). Close-up: Voila, this is Robert Wilson! 貼身看大師：—喔，原來這就是「羅伯．威爾森」！ Performing Arts Review.
- Liu, C.-H. (2007a). A Soundless Master Dancing in the Smoke—Pina Bausch in Taiwan 沈默的大師・煙霧中的舞者——碧娜．鮑許在台灣. Performing Arts Review.
Honors, Awards and Affiliations
- City University of New York Black, Race & Ethnic Studies Curriculum Fellowship (2023)
- China at CUNY Initiative Fellowship Award (2023)
- Emerging Scholar Award at the Twenty-third International Conference on Diversity in Organizations, Communities & Nations (2023)
- Borough of Manhattan Community College Enhanced Learning in the Classroom Grants (2022)
- City University of New York Professional Development Grants (2022)
- New York City Artist Corps Grants (2021)
- City University of New York Professional Development Grants (2021)
- Borough of Manhattan Community College Enhanced Learning in the Classroom Grants (2021)
- Leadership Fellow of Association of Performing Arts Professionals (2017-2019)
- Confucius Scholarship Award (2018)
- Borough of Manhattan Community College Enhanced Learning in the Classroom Grants (2017)
Additional Information
SERVICES & PRESENTATIONS
- Host of WOW Biweekly News in Global Arts Podcast for National Taichung Theater, Taichung City, Taiwan (2023, 2024)
- Presenter at the Borough of Manhattan Community College Professional Development Day (2023). Topic: My non-AI Innovation to Mitigate AI Risks.
- Presenter at the Twenty-third International Conference on Diversity in Organizations, Communities & Nations Emerging Scholar Award (2023) Topic: Cultural Understanding Through the Arts: Hands-on Cultural Training for You and Your Team.
- Grant Panelist of Annual Fund Committee at ArtsWestchester (2022)
- Presenter at Asian American Studies across CUNY: Reflections, Connections, Futures Symposium (2023). Topic: Teaching Asian American History using Arts Integration as a tool of Anti-racist Pedagogy.
- Grant Panelist of Cultural Development Fund at NYC Department of Cultural Affairs (2022)
- Grant Panelist of Annual Fund Committee at ArtsWestchester (2022)
- Cultural Workshop Facilitator at Inwood Arts Work (2021)
- Cultural Workshop Facilitator at the Chinese American Arts Council (2021)
- Panelist at the Annual Conference of Association of Performing Arts Professionals (2018, 2019)
- Panelist at New York Foundation for the Arts (2018)
