FROM EAST TO WEST

Memoirs of a Finance Professor on Academia, Practice, and Policy

This memoir presents a special look into Professor Cheng-Few Lee's formative childhood years, his distinguished career as a respected scholar and conference organizer, and his substantial experience in the fields of education and policy-making. It shares the innovative methods and forward-looking educational philosophy that underpin the rigorous training of his students in finance and accounting. This memoir also reflects upon Professor Lee's life experiences, and his involvement in business consulting and government policy-making. Readers will enjoy this private retrospection into the memories, experiences, and philosophy of this humble man, who is counted among the most published finance professors and experienced journal editors in the world.

Foreword

Introduction

Chapter 1: Happy Childhood of Kites and Geese

Chapter 2: Mathematics and Chemistry at Chien Kuo (C.K.) High School

Chapter 3: Misfortune May Be a Blessing in Disguise

Chapter 4: Happy Family Life

Chapter 5: Help from President Lee Teng-hui

Chapter 6: Relationship with Ex-Governor of the Central Bank Dr. Kuo-shu Liang

Chapter 7: Teaching Method and Educational Philosophy

Chapter 8: Experience in Training Ph.D. Students in Finance and Accounting

Chapter 9: Innovative and Active Approach to Teaching Finance

Chapter 10: World Records in Academic Achievements

Chapter 11: Traveling and Lecturing All Over the World

Chapter 12: Editing Journals and Writing Books

Chapter 13: Participation in Taiwanese Democratic Movements

Chapter 14: My Relationships with Important People in Academic Institutes, the Industry, and Taiwan Government

Chapter 15: Contributions to Taiwan’s Economic and Financial Policies

Chapter 16: Contributions to Taiwan’s Management Education

Chapter 17: Forty Three Years of a Challenging and Rewarding Academic Career

Chapter 18: Life Begins at 70