Profile

Wenli Wang, Ph.D.
University Professor of Computer and Information Systems (Computer and Information Systems)
wangw@rmu.edu
412-397-6473 phone (M)
412-397-6468 fax
Wheatley Center 218


Educational Background

  • Ph.D., Management Science and Information Systems, University of Texas at Austin, 2000
  • Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering & Telecom., Beijing Univ. of Post & Telecommunications, 1994

Professional Background

  • University Professor, Computer and Information Systems, Robert Morris University, 2022-
  • Professor, Computer and Information Systems, Robert Morris University, 2017-21
  • Associate Professor, Computer and Information Systems, Robert Morris University, 2012-16
  • Professor & Faculty Lead, Information Systems & Business Administration, Trident University, 2006-12
  • Visiting Professor, Management, Entrepreneurship and Technology, University of Nevada at Las Vegas, 2005-06
  • Assistant Professor, Information Systems and Operations Management, Emory University, 2000-05

Area of Expertise/Research

  • Artificial intelligence
  • Cybersecurity
  • Information Economics
  • Systems Science
  • Contemplative Studies

Publications

  • Masialeti, M., Mahony, J., Wang, W. (2024). Acceptance and use of data visualization technologies in mining short interval control systems (SIC). Issues in Information Systems, 25(1), 71-84. 
  • Glascoe, W., Wang, W. (2024). Human digital twin initiatives. Issues in Information Systems, 25(4), 287-298.
  • Peslak, A., Kovalchik, L., Wang, W. & Kovacs, P. (2023). Onliners versus on-grounders in Computer and Information Systems courses in higher education: a two-step cluster analysis. Information Systems Education Journal, 21(5), 43-59.
  • Kovalchick, L., Peslak, A., Kovacs, P., Wang, W. (2023). Learning styles preferences, personality characteristics, gender and age of Computer Information Systems students. Issues in Information Systems, 24(3), 333--346.
  • Wang, W. & Brandt, L. (2023). Mindful change management for disruptive artificial intelligence. In S. Dhiman (Eds.), Routledge Companion to Leadership and Change. Routledge.
  • Ray, P. A. & Wang, W. (2023). Management strategies for technology change. In S. Dhiman (Eds.), Routledge Companion to Leadership and Change. Routledge.
  • Wang, W., Peslak, A., Kovacs, P. & Kovalchik, L. (2022). Have students’ perceptions of online education changed with the easing of COVID-19 restrictions? Issues in Information Systems, 23(3), 199-208.
  • Peslak, A., Kovalchik, L., Wang, W. & Kovacs, P. (2021). Effectiveness of educational delivery modes: a study in Computer Information Systems. Journal of Information Systems Education, 32(4), 253-261.
  • Liu, C. J. & Wang, W. (2021). Knowledge creation in pandemic time: challenges and opportunities. Issues in Information Systems, 22(1), 306-319.
  • Wang, W. & Malakyan, P. G. (2020). Mindful leadership-followership, co-flow, and co-creativity. In S. Dhiman (Eds.), The Routledge Companion to Mindfulness at Work (pp. 662-677). Routledge.
  • Malakyan, P. G., Wang, W. & Niles, S. P. (2020). Overcoming the blind spot of positive leadership - authenticity amidst change. In S. Dhiman & J. Marques (Eds.), New Horizons in Positive Leadership and Change -- A Practical Guide for Workplace Transformation (pp. 83-101). Springer.
  • Malakyan, P. G., Schlak, T. M., & Wang, W. (2020). Diverse personalities, egos, roles, and relations: toward workplace well-being. In S. Dhiman (Eds.), The Palgrave Handbook of Workplace Well-being (pp. 1-31). Palgrave McMillan.
  • Mohamed, H. A., Abdul, C., Wang, W. & Mimm, N. (2020). The impact of mobile applications maternity education: a quantitative study of Kenya. Issues in Information Systems, 21(2), 314-320. 
  • Anumula, V., Abdul, C., Wang, W., Kovacs, P. & Powell, L. M. (2020). Social networking for a Learning Management System -- should Facebook be used to supplement Blackboard? Issues in Information Systems, 21(1), 131-140.
  • Abdul, C., Wang, W. & Li, Y. T. (2020). The impact of technology on recruitment process. Issues in Information Systems, 21(4), 9-17.
  • Wang, W., Peslak, A., Kovacs, P., & Kovalchik, L. (2019). What really matters in online education. Issues in Information Systems, 20(1), 40-48.
  • Valasareddy, M., Wang, W., Abdul, C., & Niles, S. P. (2019). The impact of bedtime smartphone usage on sleep: a pilot quantitative study. Issues in Information Systems, 20(4), 75-85. 
  • Donovan, E., Guzman, I.R., Adya, M., & Wang, W. (2018). A cloud update of the DeLone and McLean model of information systems success. Journal of Information Technology Management, 29(3), 23-34.
  • Kovacs, P., Peslak, A., Kovalchik, L., & Wang, W. (2018). Attitudes towards course delivery: a multi-university study of online, on-ground, and hybrid instruction. Information Systems Education Journal, 16(4), 27-33.
  • Peslak, A., Kovacs, P., Wang, W., & Kovalchik, L. (2018). A study of university student changing attitudes toward online learning: an analysis of face-to-face, hybrid and online delivery methods over time. Issues in Information Systems, 19(1), 98-107.
  • Wang, W., Kovacs, P.J., & Baugh, J.M. (2017). Project-based learning in systems analysis and design. Issues in Information Systems, 18(2), 71-79.
  • Wang, W. & Chopel, T. (2017). Mindfulness and gender: a pilot quantitative study. Issues in Information Systems, 18(4), 105-115.
  • Kovacs, P.J., Peslak, A., Kovalchick, L., Wang, W., & Davis, G.A. (2017). Effectiveness of course delivery methods: a multi-university study. Issues in Information Systems, 18(1), 137-147.
  • Peslak, A., Kovacs, P.J., Davis, G.A., Wang, W., Kovalchik, L., Ceccucci, W. & Scarpino, J.J. (2016). Does age and gender matter in students' perceptions of instruction effectiveness in on-ground, online and hybrid courses? Issues in Information Systems, 17(2), 233-241.
  • Wang, W. (2016). A learning module for advanced cryptology. Issues in Information Systems, 17(4), 98-108.
  • Pauleen, D., Dalal, N., Rooney, D., Intezari, A., & Wang, W. (2015). In bed with technology? Peril, promise, and prudence. Communications of the Association for Information Systems, 37(38), 783-796.
  • Wang, W. (2015). Improving learning outcomes of textbook content with a supplementary learning module: a case for basic cryptology. Issues in Information Systems, 16(3), 172-182.
  • Kovacs, P.J., Kovalchick, L., Peslak, A., & Wang, W. (2015). In-classroom teaching is here to stay–at least for students in Computer & Information Systems. Issues in Information Systems, 16(2), 44-52. 
  • Wang, W. (2015). Lessons learned from teaching project-based systems analysis and design. Issues in Information Systems, 16(4), 132-142.
  • Alfifi, F., Wang, W., Kovacs, P.J., Davis, G.A., & Al-Maliki, S.Q. (2015). Cloud computing: a cross-cultural comparative study between Computer and Information Systems faculty at a university in United States and a university in Saudi Arabia. Issues in Information Systems, 16(1), 41-50.
  • Alfifi, F., Kovacs, P.J., Al-Maliki, S.Q., Wang, W., & Davis, G.A. (2014). CIS faculty perceptions of the impact and effectiveness of cloud computing technology. Issues in Information Systems, 15(1), 190-199.
  • Paullet, K., Davis, G.A., & Wang, W. (2013). Cyberforensics and information security: a new and innovative Bachelor’s degree program. Issues in Information Systems, 14(1), 244-250.
  • Kovacs, P.J., Scarpino, J.J., & Wang, W. (2013). A framework for an Interactive Web-based application course. Issues in Information Systems, 14(1), 300-306.
  • Hidvégi, Z., Wang, W., & Whinston, A.B. (2007). Binary Vickrey auction–a robust & efficient multi-unit sealed-bid auction against buyer false-name bids. Decision Support Systems, 43(2), 301-312.
  • Hidvégi, Z., Wang, W., & Whinston, A.B. (2006). Buy-price English auction. Journal of Economic Theory, 129 (1), 31-52.
  • Cook, D. A. & Wang, W. (2006). Neutralizing piracy of motion pictures–reengineering the supply chain of the industry. Technology in Society, 26(4), 567-583.
  • Wang, W., Hidvégi, Z., & Whinston, A. B. (2001). Designing mechanisms for e-commerce security: an example from sealed-bid auctions. International Journal of Electronic Commerce, 6(2), 139-156.
  • Wang, W., Hidvégi, Z., Bailey, A. D., & Whinston, A. B. (2000). E-process design and assurance using model checking. IEEE Computer, 33(10), 48-53.