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On December 5, SUNY Korea warmly welcomed Spring 2026 admitted students and their families to campus for a special program designed to introduce them to the academic community they will soon join. The event began at 2:00 PM in the Banquet Hall, where President Arthur Lee delivered an inspiring welcoming speech, followed by an overview of SUNY Korea’s academic programs and campus experience. The session also featured a direct Q&A segment with President Lee, giving families a unique opportunity to address their questions personally to the university leadership. At 3:00 PM, guests were guided to designated classrooms, where faculty members offered brief introductions to each major and discussed real-world applications of the fields. Parents and students then engaged in a Q&A session with current students and professors, gaining valuable insight into academic life and student experiences at SUNY Korea. To conclude the visit, attendees enjoyed small gifts and refreshments as they connected with faculty, staff, and future classmates. The event provided an encouraging and informative first step for newly admitted students as they prepare to begin their journey at SUNY Korea. Written by Student Reporter, Temirlan Gubashev (Temirlan.gubashev@stonybrook.edu)
On December 4, SUNY Korea Student Affairs hosted the Finals Countdown Dinner to help students prepare for their upcoming finals. During this event, students were provided with a meal to enjoy and a place to relax with friends and classmates in the SUNY Korea Lounge. This Dinner was a time when the students were uplifted and encouraged with a delicious meal, snacks, and drinks, along with words of encouragement from the staff and faculty at SUNY Korea. Students were given the option of eating in the SUNY Korea Lounge or taking their meals back to their residence halls. During a time of heightened stress as they prepare for finals, this event provided students with not only a healthy meal, but also an opportunity to connect with others, share in the joys of community, and be supportive of one another's efforts. The Countdown Dinner also illustrates SUNY Korea’s commitment to supporting student health and wellness, as well as academic achievement. Students were able to share a meal, receive encouragement from faculty, staff, and peers, take a break from their studies, and support one another during the most hectic time of the academic year. Written by Student Reporter, Moldir Salim (moldir.salim@stonybrook.edu)
On December 3rd, the Mechanical Engineering Department hosted the ME Final Project Showcase, where student teams presented their Senior and Freshman Design Projects, highlighting their hard work and accomplishments throughout the semester. Students, faculty, and guests had the opportunity to listen to presentations from four Senior Design teams and three Freshman Design teams. During the event, the SUNY Korea Eagles Team was also recognized for receiving an award from the Korean Ministry of Education for their outstanding project. The showcase concluded with an exhibition of student work from MEC 226 and MEC 325, accompanied by refreshments for all attendees. The showcase, held in the Doosan Dream Makerspace (IGC Building B1093), highlighted the variety and depth of student work across the Mechanical Engineering program. From 3:00 to 4:10 PM, four Senior Design teams, namely, Sam, Yasric, One Direction, and Gilder, presented their final engineering projects, demonstrating months of research, prototyping, and problem-solving. Presentations showcased not only technical skill but also teamwork, design process, and real-world application. The program then shifted to the Freshman Design presentations from 4:10 to 4:50 PM, featuring Team 3 with their RC Cleaning Car, Royal Delivery with an autonomous delivery vehicle concept, and Team HFGC with their Hydro Fire Guard Car. Each team demonstrated strong creativity and a promising foundation in engineering. At 4:50 PM, the audience gathered for the Certificate Award Ceremony, honoring the SUNY Eagles Team for their national recognition by Korea’s Ministry of Education. The event continued with a showcase of projects from MEC 226 and MEC 325 from 5:00 to 5:15 PM, followed by a relaxed semester-end gathering where attendees enjoyed refreshments and conversations celebrating the students’ hard work and accomplishments. The ME Final Project Showcase served as a meaningful platform that both motivated newer engineering students and recognized the achievements of those further along in the program. With this event, the Mechanical Engineering Department wrapped up the semester by celebrating student innovation and dedication. Written by Student Reporter, Temirlan Gubashev (Temirlan.gubashev@stonybrook.edu)
Expanding Internal Accounting Controls Could Be Key to Ending Korea’s Embezzlement Crisis Despite stronger audit regulations and major investments, fraud and embezzlement continue to impose heavy financial and reputational damage on Korean companies. Internal accounting controls were created to ensure that financial reporting processes are trustworthy, but effectiveness remains limited when the system is treated as an accounting task instead of a responsibility shared across all departments. To reduce fraud risks, companies must continuously update controls, strengthen ethics and whistleblower programs, and reinforce safeguards in high-risk areas. Lasting improvement depends on leadership commitment, which drives employees to follow procedures more faithfully, enhances monitoring, and ultimately strengthens trust in financial reporting. Click here to read the full article.
On November 27, the Department of Technology and Society hosted a warm and festive Thanksgiving Dinner in the SUNY Korea Lounge, bringing together students and faculty for an evening of community and celebration. As the department’s first-ever Thanksgiving gathering, the event served as a meaningful opportunity to share cultures and create new traditions together. The event not only offered students the opportunity to share a holiday meal with members of the department but also featured lively entertainment, including Thanksgiving themed trivia and a lucky draw, with gifts generously sponsored by faculty members. The gathering fostered a welcoming atmosphere and highlighted the department’s commitment to supporting students beyond the classroom. The warm Thanksgiving dinner, featuring a wide selection of traditional dishes such as roasted turkey, stuffing, pumpkin pie, and more, provided students with a meaningful opportunity to experience the traditional American holiday firsthand. Notably, the turkey dinner was specially prepared by Dragon Hill Lodge, a restaurant previously accessible only within the U.S. Army base, bringing an authentic and memorable flavor to the celebration. Alongside these signature items, students enjoyed a variety of other delicious dishes that helped create a lively and welcoming atmosphere throughout the evening. Written by Student Reporter, Temirlan Gubashev (Temirlan.gubashev@stonybrook.edu)
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