Ka Fu (George) Tang
Title:
Adjunct Faculty, Business, Economics, and Mathematics
Undergraduate College
Graduate School of Business and Leadership
Programs/Classes Taught:
BUS 101 Principles of Business
ECO 200 Macroeconomics Today's Professional
ECO 440 Economics for Managers
LAS 250 Macroeconomics
LAS 255 Microeconomics
LAS 254 Global Economics
LAM 100A Pre-Algebra
LAM 100B Basic Algebra
LAM 100 Introductory and Intermediate Algebra
LAM 110 College Mathematics
LAM 112 Math Content for Teachers I
LAM 213 Math Content for Teachers II
LAM 220 College Algebra
LAM 309 Theory of Numbers
MTH 101 Introduction to Mathematical Concepts
MTH 102 Statistical Foundations
MTH 105 Math for Educators I
MTH 115 Math for Educators II
MTH 307 Investigatory Geometry and Measurement
MTH 315 History of Mathematics
MBA 508 Managerial Economics
Areas of Expertise:
George Tang specializes in teaching Principles of Business, Pre-Algebra, Beginning Algebra, Intermediate Algebra, College Mathematics, Math Content for Teachers, College Algebra, Introduction to Economics, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Global Economics, Economics for Managers, and Managerial Economics
He also provides academic insights that empower students to realize their maximum educational potential. He encourages students to develop their critical thinking skills, incorporating a problem-solving attitude.
He utilizes a variety of teaching, advising, and motivational strategies to help math-challenged students overcome a fear of mathematics and become successful.
Biography:
George has been teaching as an adjunct professor at National Louis University (NLU) since 2013. Prior to working at NLU, he had served as an adjunct professor in business, economics, and mathematics since 2003 at various institutions in Chicago, such as East-West University and City Colleges of Chicago.
In addition to teaching experience, he has worked as an academic advisor for four and half years at the community college level. He has a solid understanding of how offices run in relation to admissions, advising, registration, and international students, as well as other offices on campus.
Most importantly, he has had the opportunity to interact with students not only in the classroom but also in the office. He knows how to interact with diverse students from various backgrounds.
In 2015, he was selected by the student body of NLU in the College of Professional Studies and Advancement to receive the distinguished teaching award. It is his great pleasure and honor to serve the community of NLU.
Education:
- D.B.A. in progress, California Southern University, Business Administration
- M.A., Western Illinois University, Economics
- B.A., Western Illinois University, General Studies
- B.S., University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Mathematics
- A.G.S., Parkland College, General Studies
- Diploma, Ashworth College, Tax Preparation
Research and Interests:
George has a great interest in the fields of microeconomics, mathematical economics, and taxation.
Contact Information:
Ka Fu (George) Tang
E-mail: Ktang3@nl.edu
Phone: (773) 742-1128
