Korean-American Scientists and Engineers Association Newsletters November 2024 Dear KSEA Members, As we prepare to close out 2024, I am reminded of the incredible energy and achievements within our vibrant KSEA community. This November edition of the KSEA e-Letter highlights just how dynamic and diverse our organization has become, thanks to your unwavering dedication andContinue reading “KSEA e-Letters November 2024”
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2024 KSEA Leadership Conference
The 2024 KSEA Leadership Conference brought together 25 influential members of the KSEA community, comprising 20 young-generation leaders and 5 senior leaders, including the future president and a presidential candidate. Held in KSEA HQ in Vienna, VA, the conference served as a platform for leaders to deepen their understanding of the KSEA business model andContinue reading “2024 KSEA Leadership Conference”
2024 Scientists and Engineers Early Career Development (SEED) Workshop
SEED 2024 was held at the Hyatt Regency SFO, San Francisco, California on August 20-21, 2024. This workshop supported by KSEA since 2013, has provided mentorship to, and help develop the careers of, junior KoreanAmerican scientists and engineers. I am honored and privileged to be given an opportunity to organize this important workshop as aContinue reading “2024 Scientists and Engineers Early Career Development (SEED) Workshop”
The 53rd KSEA Administration signed 3 MOUs during the 1st fiscal year
The 53rd KSEA administration signed three Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) during the first fiscal year to engage in active international collaborations and partnerships with Korea University, the Institute for Information and Communication Technology Planning and Evaluation (IITP), and the Korean Chemical Society (KCS). MOU ceremony between KSEA and Korea University was held during UKC 2024Continue reading “The 53rd KSEA Administration signed 3 MOUs during the 1st fiscal year”
2025 KSEA Young Investigator Grants
The Korean-American Scientists and Engineers Association (KSEA) is pleased to announce an opportunity for the 2025 KSEA Young Investigator Grants (YIGs), which are intended to recognize those who have demonstrated outstanding early career development in science, engineering, and/or technology. Two grants will be awarded this year as follows: The grant: US $10,000 for each awardeeContinue reading “2025 KSEA Young Investigator Grants”
CJ: Career Development in the US as a Scientist in Engineering Virginia Tech 2024
Reported by Seunghee Yoon, KSEA VT Southern Chapter Event Guest: Dr. Yunil Hwang, CEO of CJ CheilJedang America On October 2, 2024, KSEA at Virginia Tech hosted a lecture featuring Dr. YunilHwang, CEO of CJ AMERICA. The talk provided valuable career insights forengineering students, particularly those interested in emerging technologies at theintersection of food science,Continue reading “CJ: Career Development in the US as a Scientist in Engineering Virginia Tech 2024”
KSEA UG_G Event Virginia Tech 2024
Reported by Won Jae Chung, KSEA VT Southern Chapter Event led by Young Ju Eu, President of KSEA VT Southern Chapter The event was a successful gathering where undergraduate and graduate students exchanged valuable information about graduate programs at Virginia Tech. Structured by academic majors, the event allowed graduate students to share their research experiences,Continue reading “KSEA UG_G Event Virginia Tech 2024”
KSEA Resume Seminar Virginia Tech 2024
Reported by Seunghee Yoon, KSEA VT Southern Chapter Event Guest: Dr. Young Kim, Professor of Packaging Science at Virginia Tech On September 4, 2024, Virginia Tech hosted a Resume seminar that proved to be a valuable resource for students preparing for their careers. Dr. Young Kim from the Department of Packaging Engineering led the workshopContinue reading “KSEA Resume Seminar Virginia Tech 2024”
Annual Membership Drive & Welcoming Event 2024
Reported by Jinseon Hwang, VTKSA President On August 31, 2024, the Virginia Tech Korean Students Association (VTKSA) hosted its Annual Membership Drive & Welcoming Event at Squires Hall, offering a valuable networking platform for Korean students at various academic levels. The event, attended by 76 participants including 27 new members, featured insightful talks from professorContinue reading “Annual Membership Drive & Welcoming Event 2024”
CJ: Career Development in the US as a Scientist in Engineering Virginia Tech 2024
On October 2, 2024, KSEA at Virginia Tech hosted a lecture featuring Dr. Yunil Hwang, CEO of CJ AMERICA. The talk provided valuable career insights for engineering students, particularly those interested in emerging technologies at the intersection of food science, biology, and engineering. Dr. Hwang highlighted CJ CheilJedang’s leadership in personalized nutrition, emphasizing the company’sContinue reading “CJ: Career Development in the US as a Scientist in Engineering Virginia Tech 2024”
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