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 Political Science alumnus Yung Wei died on March 3, 2004, soon after Cascade chose to profile his distinguished career.
From an active member of parliament to a leading researcher in the International Studies Association, UO graduate Yung Wei’s extensive education, research, and experience in the field of politics made him one of the foremost experts in political science and international relations.
After graduating from the UO in 1969, Wei spent several years conducting research at leading US universities including University of Michigan and Stanford University. Wei returned to Taiwan in 1975 to become deputy director of the Institute of International Relations at National Chengchi University.
In 1976, Wei joined the Republic of China’s Executive Cabinet. During his twelve years as chairman of the Research, Development, and Evaluation Commission, Wei was credited to have introduced many of the theories and methods applied to administration reforms in the Republic government, especially in the areas of policy planning and computer application in government works.
In 1991, Wei won a seat in the Republic of China’s Legislative Parliament. Wei served as chairman of the Foreign Relations Committee and led delegation representing the Republic of China in the United States, Japan, France and Russia. Throughout his career, Wei held professorships at numerous universities, including Memphis State University and National Chaio-Tung University in Taiwan.
Most recently, Wei was a professor of political science at Shih Hsin University and an adjunct professor at National Taiwan University. He also served as chair of the Graduate Institute of International Affairs and Strategic Studies at Tamkang University. Wei is survived by his wife, Serena Ning Sun and two daughters, Yuan and Lynn.
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