To say that Viktor Wang, professor of educational leadership and technology at Cal State San Bernardino, has been quite busy might be an understatement. Between 2023 and 2024, he authored and edited ten major academic books.

Wang’s output, recognized at CSUSB’s 2025 Faculty & Staff Book Launch, has positioned him as a leading voice in ethical, inclusive and transformative education. His recent works explore urgent topics such as artificial intelligence in pedagogy, andragogical leadership and global trends in lifelong learning. The showcase event, held on April 29, featured 47 faculty titles, with Wang contributing the largest share at 10 refereed volumes.

His most recent published or edited books include:

A short video, “Celebrating Scholarship: CSUSB Book Showcase 2025” created by Wang with the use of AI, honors the people and ideas behind the books highlighted at the book launch, and reflects on Wang’s decades-long career in educational media and global scholarship.

“Every book represents more than scholarship,” said Wang. “They represent shared ideas, long conversations, and the voices of students and colleagues from around the world. This event is also a tribute to them.”

The James R. Watson and Judy Rodriguez Watson College of Education, where Wang teaches, led all CSUSB colleges in book output during the last two years, contributing nearly 20 volumes.

This year’s launch also carried a profound emotional note as Wang paid tribute to his late mentor, Patricia Cranton, widely regarded as the “Queen of Transformative Learning.” In an upcoming journal article, “Patricia Cranton as the Academic Mother: Legacy, Mentorship, and the Soul of Transformative Learning,” Wang reflects on how her guidance shaped his understanding of authenticity, transformation, and academic mentorship.

With more than 240 peer-reviewed publications and mentorship of over 80 doctoral students, Wang is widely recognized as a prolific scholar and academic leader. At the 2024 American Association for Adult and Continuing Education (AAACE) Conference in Reno, he presented six of his recent books and reunited with colleagues, including his longtime mentor, John A. Henschke.

“Mentorship and collaboration have been the core of my academic journey,” said Wang.

The number of refereed academic books published by CSUSB faculty over the last two years reflects not only the passion of individual scholars but also the vision of transformative campus leaders, Wang said. He extended his appreciation to Timothy Akers, associate provost of academic research; Ryan Keating, director of the Office of Student Research and professor of history; and Kelly Campbell, vice provost for academic programs for their sustained support of scholarly activity across disciplines. Their encouragement and infrastructure development continue to empower faculty achievement and promote interdisciplinary collaboration.

“To me, the true success of a book lies not just in its publication,” Wang said, “but in the students and educators it empowers.”