National Conference

"If I were to describe the conference in one word, I would have to say it would be OPPORTUNITY."
 - Edwina Gutierrez, Undergraduate Student, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology

SACNAS National Conference

As one of the largest annual gatherings of minority scientists in the country, the interdisciplinary, inclusive, and interactive SACNAS National Conference motivates and inspires. Registration includes:

• Professional & leadership development sessions
• Student & postdoc presentations
• Scientific symposia sessions
• Nationally recognized keynote speakers
• Over 300 exhibits sharing training, research, grad school, and job opportunities
• Networking and mentoring meals & events
• Cultural activities & performances

Showcasing cutting-edge science by the nation’s leading minority scientists and offering a supportive community is what makes the annual meeting a transformative event for all participants. Join us to connect with professionals and students in all disciplines of science, technology, mathematics, and engineering from across the country.

Upcoming National Conferences

Our annual conference takes place every fall. Upcoming conferences are scheduled for:

• 2012: Science, Technology, and Diversity for a Healthy World - October 11-14 in Seattle, Washington at the Washington State Convention & Trade Center
• 2013: October 3-6 in San Antonio, Texas

Previous National Conferences

• 2011: Empowering Innovation and Synergy Through Diversity - October 27-30, 2011 in San Jose, California