Yan He
About Yan He
Yan He serves as the China Documentation Center Librarian at the Estelle and Melvin Gelman Library at George Washington University since 2016, bringing a strong academic background in history and library science. He has previously held positions at Ohio University and Indiana University, and has published extensively on Chinese history and Sino-American relations.
Work at The George Washington University
Yan He has served as the China Documentation Center Librarian at the Estelle and Melvin Gelman Library at George Washington University since 2016. In this role, he manages resources and services related to Chinese studies, facilitating access to important documentation for researchers and students. His position contributes to the university's commitment to supporting diverse academic disciplines and enhancing research capabilities in the field of Chinese history and culture.
Education and Expertise
Yan He possesses a robust academic background, holding a Doctorate in History from Peking University. He also earned a Master of Library & Information Studies from the University of Pittsburgh, where he studied from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, he has a Master of Arts in Geography from Indiana University Bloomington and a Master of Arts in Chinese History from Northeast Normal University. This diverse educational foundation supports his expertise in library sciences and historical research.
Background
Before his current role, Yan He worked as a Curator at the Dr. Shao You-bao Overseas Chinese Documentation and Research Center at Ohio University from 2014 to 2016. He also gained experience as a Student Worker in the East Asian Collections at Herman B Wells Library, Indiana University, from 2007 to 2008. His international experience includes a position as a Research Associate in the Department of Sinology at Freie Universität Berlin from 2011 to 2014.
Publications and Research Interests
Yan He has published extensively on topics related to Chinese history, Sino-American relations, and the Chinese diaspora. His research interests reflect a commitment to advancing knowledge in these areas, contributing to academic discourse and providing valuable resources for scholars and students alike.