Planned
Technical Seminar — October 2026
To be announced
A 45–50 minute research talk followed by open discussion, hosted at one of the chapter's member institutions.
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Korean-American Scientists and Engineers Association
The Upstate New York chapter of KSEA
We connect Korean-American scientists, engineers, and students across Upstate New York — from Buffalo to the Capital Region — through symposia, mentoring, and a professional network that spans academia and industry.
- Members
- 72
- Institutions
- 10
- Events in 2025–26
- 7
Events
Our annual regional symposium, plus seminars and networking throughout the year.
Upcoming
Year-End Forum 2026
Syracuse University — room to be announced
An afternoon of career and wellbeing sessions at Syracuse University — mental health, unconventional career paths, and workshops tailored to undergraduates, graduate students and postdocs, and faculty — followed by a networking dinner.
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What the chapter does
Regional symposium
An annual gathering that brings the region's Korean-American STEM community into one room for keynotes, student talks, and a panel on careers.
Mentoring and early career
Connecting graduate students and postdocs with faculty and industry mentors through KSEA's SEED and KATALYST programs.
Outreach to students
Supporting the National Math and Science Competition and scholarship programs for Korean-American students in the region.
Where our members are
Chapter members work and study across Upstate New York. Hover or tap a campus to see which institution it is.
University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY (opens in a new tab) SUNY Brockport, Brockport, NY (opens in a new tab) University of Rochester, Rochester, NY (opens in a new tab) Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY (opens in a new tab) Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY (opens in a new tab) Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY (opens in a new tab) Cornell University, Ithaca, NY (opens in a new tab) Binghamton University, Binghamton, NY (opens in a new tab)
Not a member yet?
Undergraduate membership is free, and student dues are $15 a year. Membership is handled by KSEA national — the chapter is where you actually meet people.