SYNAPSE Scholars Groups
The SYNAPSE (Supporting Young Native Americans to Pursue Science Education) program was created in 2008 through a partnership between SACNAS and Utah tribal communities, universities, community colleges, high schools, and the Utah State Office of Education & Division of Indian Affairs.
The SYNAPSE program serves transfer-bound community college students, undergrad students, & grad students.
“Coming to SACNAS I did not know what to expect, so I was very surprised because of how intense the conference was from start to finish. Not only was it intense but it was focused on students and I felt valued in a special way that does not happen often at my own educational institution. The networking was priceless and I got the opportunity to meet professors and doctors in my area of study. One of the best things about the conference was how our native cultures were valued and put into our science perspective from people of the same color and ethnicity. It was amazing overall and thank you so much.”
~ Nathan Manuel (Tohono O'odham/Navajo), Salt Lake Community College
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Upcoming Conference & Leadership Institute Events
Monday, Jul 16, 2012 –
Friday, Jul 20, 2012
The SACNAS Summer Leadership Institute offers unparalleled training for underrepresented minority (URM) scientists interested in advancing their leadership skills.
Thursday, Oct 11, 2012 –
Sunday, Oct 14, 2012
The 2012 SACNAS National Conference "Science, Technology, and Diversity for a Healthy World" will take place in Seattle, Washington.
