About
CCADP
The Council of Chinese American Deans and Presidents (CCADP) is an independent, nonprofit, and nonpartisan professional organization. Our mission is to support excellence in higher education leadership by fostering professional collaboration, advancing career development, and strengthening leadership and management skills.
While CCAPD provides a strong community of support for Chinese American leaders, our programs and activities are open to all higher education professionals who share our commitment to innovation, collaboration, and student success.
President’s Welcome
President Helen Chen, Ph.D.
Senior Vice Provost for Academic Strategy & Innovation
Professor of Computer Science
Office of Academic Strategy, Innovation & Solutions
Office of the Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost
NC State University
Welcome to the Council of Chinese American Deans and Presidents (CCADP)!
I am honored to serve as the President of CCADP this year. Together, we continue to advance our mission of empowering Chinese American leaders while fostering collaboration, career
development, and leadership excellence in higher education administration.
CCADP has a proud legacy of building a strong professional network that connects, inspires, and empowers its members. Building on this foundation, my vision for the year focuses on three key priorities:
Our Strategic Priorities:
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Empowering Leaders: Strengthening the leadership skills and strategies our members need to navigate change, address challenges, and drive innovation in higher education.
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Building Community: Creating a vibrant, supportive network where leaders collaborate, share expertise, and support one another in advancing their institutions and communities.
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Driving Impact and Innovation: Celebrating and showcasing the achievements of our members while fostering innovative solutions for the future of higher education.
How You Can Engage:
Whether you are a higher education leader, prospective member, or organization, CCADP offers opportunities to connect, collaborate, and contribute to advancing leadership and innovation. We
welcome partnerships that align with our mission and invite you to explore ways to work with us in supporting faculty, students, institutions, and communities.
Thank you for visiting our website. Together, we can shape the future of higher education and create lasting, meaningful impact.
Warm regards,
Helen Chen
Board of Directors
2024 – 2025 Board of Directors
Helen Chen
President
Senior Vice Provost for Academic Strategy and Innovation, Professor of Computer Science
North Carolina State University
Meng Zhao
Vice-President
Associate Dean for School of Nursing, North Carolina A&T State University
Xiaoqing "Frank" Liu
Treasurer
Dean & Professor, College of Engineering, Computing, Technology, & Mathematics, Southern Illinois University
Shengli Fu
Secretary
Chair, Dept. of Electrical Engineering
University of North Texas
Jing Wang
Immediate Past President
Dean of Nursing
Florida State University
President-Elect
Bei Wu
Vice Dean, NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing
FAQ
FAQ
What is CCADP?
CCADP is an independent, nonprofit, nonpartisan, professional organization. Our mission is to foster professional collaboration, support career development, and strengthen leadership and management skills in higher education. CCADP provides a community of support for Chinese American leaders while welcoming engagement from all higher education professionals. CCADP is registered in the State of Florida, USA, and its members abide by all applicable laws… including those relating to confidentiality, national interest, and compliance requirements.”
Who is the Council of Chinese American Deans and Presidents (CCADP)?
CCADP members are higher education administrators who serve, or have served, in leadership positions equivalent to assistant dean or higher. Many members are of Chinese American heritage. Together, members contribute to a professional community for networking, mentoring, and leadership development.
What are the membership requirements?
Individuals are eligible for membership nomination if they hold/ held a position or the equivalent of the assistant dean or higher at an accredited institution of higher education in the United States. Nominations must be submitted by a current member and reviewed by the Board. Members are also required to accept and follow bylaws, pay annual dues, and participate in/support activities.
How much does the membership cost?
The membership fee is $100 for one year. However, people can pay $200 to receive a three-year membership. You can enroll as a member here.
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