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About SACNAS

The mission of SACNAS (Society for Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science) is to encourage Chicano/Latino and Native American students to pursue graduate education and obtain the advanced degrees necessary for science research, leadership, and teaching careers at all levels.

Historical Overview - Brief description of SACNAS' history.
Board of Directors - Affiliations of current SACNAS Board members.
SACNAS Staff - Office contact information and directory of staff and services.
SACNAS Bylaws - SACNAS official by-Laws, last updated December 2006.
SACNAS National Conference - The organization's annual meeting has received recognitions and awards for the quality and depth of the mentoring and science activities offered, as well as the feeling of connection that participants experience. To learn more about the National Conference and the opportunties available to students, teachers, postdocs, professionals, recruiters, program directors, and others, see the following:
- Conference Highlights - Overview of the variety of conference activities, opportunities, and special events.
- Student Abstracts - Details on the professional development and mentoring program for student research presenters.
- Travel Scholarship - Information on support for conference travel and lodging.
- Exhibit Hall Program - Learn about exhibiting at the conference, previous exhibitors, and benefits to attendees.
- SACNAS Awards - Honoring distinguished scientists, mentors, and educators
- Information and photos from previous meetings; meeting sites:
  - Sights and Sounds of Past Conferences - View photos from SACNAS national meetings.
  - Conference Locations - List of past and future conference dates and locations.
Membership- SACNAS is an inclusive organization, with a membership that represents the range of science, mathematics, and engineering fields and careers. SACNAS serves, supports, and is made up of researchers, students, educators, and administrators at all levels of education and career stage from diverse ethnic, racial, gender, cultural, and sexual orientation backgrounds.
The Frank Dukepoo Website - Memorial web pages dedicated to one SACNAS' Founders, Dr. Dukepoo. Learn about his life and the Native American Honor Society he created to encourage the success of students across the country.