Conferences

CSTEP Conferences on Campus

At CSTEP, we organize one-day mini-conferences designed to enrich the personal and professional experiences of our students. These events focus on topics relevant to student success and development. While admission is free, the conferences are exclusively open to CSTEP students (from Monroe Community College or any NYS CSTEP program) and MCC CSTEP alumni.

External Conferences

At CSTEP, we are committed to providing our students with valuable opportunities to gain real-world professional experience. Throughout the year, we encourage students to attend conferences and professional events that align with their career goals. These events allow you to network with industry leaders, gain insights into your field, and even showcase your own work. 

For students who participate in summer research or internship programs, there may be opportunities to present your projects at national conferences. Depending on the topic and event availability, CSTEP scholars have applied and been selected to present their findings, offering a unique chance to build your academic and professional profile.

Conferences our students have attended include:

The Annual CSTEP Conference

Each year, some of our students also attend the Annual CSTEP Conference, traditionally held at the beautiful Sagamore Resort in New York State. This is a prestigious event where CSTEP programs from across the state come together to celebrate student achievements. Here, our students present the work they’ve done during their summer research or internships, gaining recognition and feedback from a wider academic community.

No Cost to Our Students

These valuable experiences are offered at no cost to our students, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to benefit from these professional development events.

Joining CSTEP means gaining access to these exciting opportunities, helping you grow both academically and professionally. We look forward to seeing you at these incredible conferences!

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Upcoming Conferences

  • SUNY Undergraduate Research Conference

    • The SUNY Undergraduate Research Conference (SURC) is a multidisciplinary spring semester event. The next SURC will be held on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at SUNY Fredonia and on Friday, April 24, 2026 at SUNY Upstate Medical University.  

    SURC brings together undergraduate students and faculty mentors from across the SUNY system for a full day of activities, including sessions devoted to student presentations (oral, performance, artistic displays, and poster), luncheon, keynote speakers, a SUNY Graduate School and Career Fair, and professional development workshops for students and faculty. SURC is supported by the Offices of the Chancellor, Provost, and Research Foundation, as well as SUNY student and faculty governance organizations.

  • The Office of Workforce Development & Science Education (WDSE) at Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) is pleased to announce that, after a brief delay, the WDTS SULI and CCI applications for Summer 2026 are now open.

    Please encourage your students to apply for this 10-week paid internship, where they will participate in cutting-edge research and engineering projects conducted alongside Brookhaven Lab’s scientists and engineers. It’s an incredible opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience, grow professionally, and contribute to groundbreaking discoveries. Feel free to share the included links below and the attached flyer with your students and colleagues.