Li has an M.S. in journalism from Ohio University and a Ph.D. in mass communication from University of Minnesota. Since coming to Jackson State University in fall 2002, he has taught a wide range of courses:
Introduction to Mass Communication
Media Management
Public Relations Practice
Corporate Communication
Advertising Campaign
Mass Communication Theories
Research Methods in Mass Communication
Li's research interests are in vicarious learning, agenda setting and other psychological influences of mass media on humans.
