Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science, University of Kansas Chapter
About
As the University of Kansas Student Chapter of the Society for the Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS), we share in our national organization's mission of furthering underrepresented minorities in STEM fields. While we do have this emphasis, our organization is all-inclusive, promoting outreach and professional development at all levels of scholastic advancement, be it high school, undergraduate or graduate students.
The challenges offered by all levels of STEM fields are many and we strive to meet our goals by organizing and participating in various events and activities dedicated to professional/career development and outreach in these fields. These include, but are not limited to, attendance of national meetings, participation in local symposia, classroom presentations at local high schools, KU research facility visitation days for high school and undergraduate students, professional development workshops, mentorships, and social events.
We hope to carry on the SACNAS legacy that has helped so many advance their studies and careers in STEM. For more information on the national organization, or our shared mission, please visit www.sacnas.org. If you are a graduate student and interested in becoming a member of our KU chapter, or are a student who would like some help or advice in navigating academia or STEM, please contact one of our local chapter representatives. We will be happy to hear from you.
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SACNAS KU Chapter