Students and staff to attend the AISES 2013 National Conference

Students from the University of Wyoming and Central Wyoming College, along with representatives from Wyoming EPSCoR and the Haub School of Environment andNatural Resources, will be attending the American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) 2013 National Conference on October 31 through November 2 in Denver, Colorado.

The goal of AISES is to support and increase representation of American Indians and Alaskan Natives in the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields. The 2013 conference is open to high school students, college undergraduates and graduate students, teachers, professionals, and corporate partners.

The national conference offers various workshops for participants to attend, including professional development workshops, educator development workshops, skill building workshops, and more.

“This conference is a great opportunity for students to learn more about professional opportunities in their field and create strong networks with other students and professionals,” says Lisa Abeyta, Director of Student Programs.

For more information about AISES and the 2013 National Conference, visit www.aises.org

By Robin Rasmussen

Students from Wyoming attend SACNAS Conference in San Antonio, TX

On October 3rd, six students from the University of Wyoming and one student from Central Wyoming College had the opportunity to attend the 2013 SACNAS Conference in San Antonio, Texas. SACNAS, or Society for the Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science, is a society of scientists dedicated to fostering the success of Hispanic/Chicano and Native American scientists.

Students visiting the Tower of the Americas

At the conference, students were able to participate in a number of different workshops and presentations on topics including biological sciences, chemistry, engineering, mathematics, and more. Students also heard from many fascinating keynote speakers, including Julian Castro, Mayor of San Antonio.

While in San Antonio, students visited famous sites throughout the city, including the Alamo, the Riverwalk, and the Tower of the Americas.

Students who attended SACNAS were inspired by the conference and took away plenty of information that will help them in their future.

“My favorite thing about the conference was the fact that there were so many relevant people to meet,” says Jesus Ramirez, a student in the Microbiology department. “So much ambition at one conference is truly amazing.”

            “My favorite part of the trip was meeting accomplished scientists that grew up on different reservations around the United States,” says Signa Mcadams, a student majoring in Rangeland Ecology and Watershed Management.

            For more information about SACNAS, please visit www.sacnas.org.

San Antonio Riverwalk

By Robin E. Rasmussen
Photos by Robin E. Rasmussen

UW and CWC Students to Attend SACNAS Conference

On Wednesday, six students from the University of Wyoming and one student from Central Wyoming College will travel to San Antonio, Texas to attend the Society for Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS) 2013 Conference.

Students will have the opportunity to listen to research presentations, network with other students and faculty members in their field, and visit over 300 exhibits covering research, graduate school, job opportunities and more.

“It’s an amazing conference with many networking opportunities and the opportunity to see what’s out there,” says Lisa Abeyta, Coordinator of Student Research Programs.

The goal of SACNAS and the 2013 Conference is to encourage students to work towards and achieve their goals of higher education and careers in STEM fields.

For more information about SACNAS and 2013 Conference, please visit www.sacnas.org.

By Robin E. Rasmussen