Dr. Semin Park

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Semin Park is an Assistant Professor in the Management and Organization Department at the Smeal College of Business, Penn State University. His research focuses on multiteam relational dynamics, examining how evolving interpersonal connections influence behavior and performance levels within teams. Dr. Park employs social network perspectives to study member interactions, conflict processes, and adaptive responses to shifting team demands. His work integrates theory-building with rigorous empirical studies, utilizing methodological innovations to uncover hidden structures that shape team functioning in dynamic, complex organizational environments.

Research Interests

Awards

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Early Career Award

2025-07-31
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J. Richard Hackman Award

2021-12-31
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OB Division Dissertation-Based Paper Award

2021-08-31
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William H. Newman Award

2021-08-31
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Hall Fame

2019-12-31
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Lee Hakel Graduate Student Scholarship

2019-04-30

Courses

Management Seminar in Organizational Behavior

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Writing Sample
  • Official Transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.