Preparing the STEM workforce for the global semiconductor industry

International education, economic development, and national security

Authors

  • Joshua S. McKeown State University of New York at Oswego

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.32674/7k29aw23

Keywords:

STEM education, global semiconductor, ecosystem, international education, national security

Abstract

The global semiconductor industry has become central to economic competitiveness, technological innovation, and national security. As governments invest heavily in semiconductor manufacturing and supply chain resilience, higher education institutions play a critical role in preparing a globally competent STEM workforce. This study presents a case study of two public higher education institutions in New York State that developed international education initiatives to support workforce development in the emerging semiconductor ecosystem. Through partnerships with universities in key semiconductor regions, including South Korea and Taiwan, the program integrates STEM education, international learning, and industry engagement. 

Author Biography

  • Joshua S. McKeown, State University of New York at Oswego

    JOSHUA S. MCKEOWN, PhD, is the Senior International Officer / Associate Provost for International Education & Programs at the State University of New York (SUNY) at Oswego and International Education Leadership Fellow at the University at Albany (SUNY). He teaches in the Global & International Studies program at SUNY Oswego and in the International Education Leadership graduate program at UAlbany. His main research interests include the impact of international education activity on students and scholars, global higher education issues, and the intersection of international education and global politics.  Email: joshua.mckeown@oswego.edu

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Additional Files

Published

2026-03-07

Issue

Vol. 21 (2026): American Journal of STEM Education (STEM & Internationalization)

Section

STEM & Internationalization

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How to Cite

McKeown, J. S. (2026). Preparing the STEM workforce for the global semiconductor industry: International education, economic development, and national security. American Journal of STEM Education, 21, 41-50. https://doi.org/10.32674/7k29aw23