The American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) is national, nonprofit organization which nurtures building of community by bridging science and technology with traditional Native values.  AISES is a nationwide organization with a student chapter at the University of Colorado.  There are many opportunities for student members of AISES, including scholarships, chapter activities, conferences and summer work experience programs.  While the AISES chapter at CU is active, they do not have a web site.  They invite you to visit their national web site for information about how to get involved.

MAES/SHPE

The Mexican American Engineering Society and the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers work to advance people of Hispanic heritage in scientific and engineering careers.  The CU chapters of MAES and SHPE promote the organizations' general goal of recruiting, retaining, and graduating Hispanics, and contributing to their advancement in their professional lives.  The SHPE/MAES chapters at CU-Boulder may be reached at (303) 492-4948, or contact Bob Maciel in the MEP office for more information.

NSBE

The National Society of Black Engineers, University of Colorado-Boulder chapter--as a part of a national student and professional organization--dedicates itself to the development of intensive programs increasing Black and other ethnic participation in the fields of engineering, engineering technology, and the natural sciences. Such programs are initiated from within and without the University community and strengthen relations between professional industry and the Black community. Society members are encouraged to also join and participate in their respective professional societies. The National Society of Black Engineers provides general counseling to all members.  Please visit the CU NSBE Chapter web site.

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