The American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) is a national non-profit national organization that is formed with the mission:
The AISES mission is to increase substantially the representation of American Indian and Alaskan Natives in engineering, science and other related technology disciplines.
The American Indian Science and Engineering Society was founded in 1977 by American Indian scientists, engineers and educators. In view of the high dropout rates and low college enrollment and graduation rates of American Indians compared with all other ethnic groups in the United States, and the severe under-representation of American Indians in the science and engineering fields, these Native professionals resolved to create an organization that would identify and remove the barriers to academic success for Native students.
AISES in Alaska
Student AISES Chapters:
AISES chapters are located at over 150 colleges and universities throughout North America, including tribal colleges. Chapters emphasize education as a tool that will facilitate personal and professional growth opportunities for students through mentor programs, leadership training, scholarships, conference participation, and summer job opportunities. The Alaska Professional Chapter supports the University of Alaska Anchorage and Fairbanks AISES Student Chapters.
Professional AAISES:
AISES currently has seventeen professional chapters across the United States.
The Alaskan Professional Chapter of AISES charter was offically establish July 2008, with a dedicated group of members working together for recognition since Fall 2007. We currently are the only Professional Chapter in Alaska.
The Alaska Professional AISES chapters provides support on a regional and local level in a variety of ways, including:
· Provide role models for students and professionals.
· Provide support and mentor students to transition to professional status.
· Provide support/mentorship for professionals in developing management, communication, and other skills.
· Provide networking resources and opportunities.
· Identify and recognize exceptional members.
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