Mei Cheng is an associate professor of accounting. She came to the Eller College in 2006 after receiving her PhD from the University of Southern California. Her research focus is on the interpretation and valuation of accounting information by both the equity market and the debt market. Professor Cheng has published her work in toaccounting academic journals including journal of Accounting Economics, Contemporary Accounting Research and The Accounting Review. She has presented various research papers in national academic conferences. Her research is cited not only by academic studies but also by practitioners including the Economist Journal and U.S. Chamber of Commerce Report. In addition, she also serves as an ad hoc reviewer for toacademic journals and conferences. Professor Cheng teaches courses in Financial Statement Analysis to undergraduates. The courses integrate aspects of Accounting and Finance, and also consider issues related to business strategy and management. The undergraduate course has been designated as the “ Capstone” course for Accounting majors, and is taken by all graduating seniors. Professor Cheng also teaches Accounting Theory and Institution for the master students. Before joining Eller, Professor Cheng taught core concepts of management accounting in the University of Southern California. She is a member of American Accounting Association and Certified General Accountant of Canada.