The AISES National Conference has become the premier event for Indigenous STEM professionals and students, attracting members and attendees from the U.S. and Canada, and as far away as Alaska and Hawaii. Take advantage of the unparalleled opportunity to connect with conference participants who are focused on learning the important trends, needs, and research impacting Indigenous STEM studies and careers. Participants are looking for the connections, resources, and services to advise and advance their academic work and careers. The National Conference works towards achieving the AISES mission by providing students and professionals access to career pathways, professional and leadership development, research, and networking that also meaningfully incorporates Indigenous culture into this annual signature event.
2021 AISES National Conference Demographics
Registration Type | |
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Professionals | 424 (17.8%) |
College Students | 709 (30.2%) |
Pre-College Students & Chaperones | 319 (14.2%) |
Exhibitors/Sponsors | 694 (32.3%) |
Advisors | 75 (3.5%) |
Elders | 32 (1.25%) |
Total | 2,253 |
Participant Race
64% - Indigenous*
36% - Non-Indigenous
*American Indian, Alaska Native, First Nation, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander
Participant Gender Identity | |
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Female | 54% |
Male | 40% |
Non-Binary/Genderqueer/Gender Fluid | 1% |
Two Spirit | 1% |
Not Listed/Prefer Not to Answer | 3% |
STEM Interest Areas
College Students
College student attendees were asked to indicate their level of study pursued at present.