Yuan Cheng
Associate Professor · Humphrey School of Public Affairs · University of Minnesota
Quick answer: Yuan Cheng is Associate Professor at University of Minnesota. Yuan Cheng shows an active PhD hiring signal as of 2026-09-11.
⭐ Currently reviewing PhD applicants
Research interests
Public management; nonprofit and NGO management; civic engagement and public participation; collaborative governance; local government
Selected publications (since 2023)
Cheng, Y., Deng, S., Li, H., Banamah, A., and Parra, M. “Towards a Better Use of the Voluntary Failure Theory: A Systematic Literature Review and a Future Research Agenda.” Accepted at Administration & Society.
Xu, C., Cheng, Y., Wang, S., Merrick, W., & Carter, P. “Evaluating Use of Evidence in US State Governments: A Conjoint Analysis.” Online First at Public Administration Review.
Cheng, Y., Thompson, L., Wang, S., Xu, C., Marzec, J., Merrick, W., & Carter, P. “Understanding the Use of Evidence-based Practices by Civil Servants in U.S. State Governments: Current State, Challenges and Pathways Forward.” Online First at Public Administration Review.
Ma, J., and Cheng, Y. (2024). “Why do some academic articles receive more citations from policy communities?” Online first at Public Administ
Frequently asked questions
Is Yuan Cheng hiring PhD students at University of Minnesota?
Yes. As of 2026-09-11, Yuan Cheng's faculty page shows a PhD hiring signal: Currently reviewing PhD applicants.
What does Yuan Cheng research?
Public management; nonprofit and NGO management; civic engagement and public participation; collaborative governance; local government
Data last updated: 2026-09-11 · Source: phd-match.com faculty database.
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