Membership
Join the chapter
Membership is administered by KSEA national. Once you are a member, you select Upstate NY as your local chapter — and that is what puts you on our list for events and mentoring.
How to join
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Register with KSEA national
Create an account on ksea.org and pay the annual dues for your membership type. Undergraduates pay nothing.
Register → - 2
Select “Upstate NY” as your chapter
In your KSEA profile, set your local chapter to Upstate NY. This is the step that connects you to us — it is easy to miss.
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Say hello
Email the chapter so we know which institution you are at and what you would like to get out of it.
Contact us →
Annual dues
Set by KSEA national. Paid once a year at registration or renewal.
| Membership type | Annual dues | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate student | Free | No dues at any level |
| Graduate student | $15 / year | Full member benefits |
| Regular member | $35 / year | Professionals and faculty |
| International member | $35 / year | Members based outside the U.S. |
| Honorary / Distinguished Service | Free | By KSEA designation |
Fees are set by KSEA national and may change — confirm current rates on ksea.org.
What membership gets you
Locally, in Upstate NY
- Invitations to the annual regional symposium
- A network across seven-plus research institutions in the region
- Mentoring connections for students and postdocs
- Seminars and informal gatherings through the year
Nationally, through KSEA
- 14 Technical Groups and 10 Standing Committees
- The annual UKC conference and regional conferences
- Scholarships and the National Math and Science Competition
- Job referrals, career development, and leadership opportunities
Chapter mailing list
Not ready to join yet? Get event announcements only.
The sign-up form is being set up. In the meantime, email unyskorea@gmail.com with the subject “mailing list” and we will add you.