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S T R I V E • R I S E • T H R I V EALL CONFERENCE PARTICIPANTS ARE EXPECTED TO ADHERE TO THE AISES CODE OF CONDUCT.
“SAFE CAMP”
The AISES National Conference is a “Safe Camp,” meaning this is a welcoming, inclusive, supportive and safe environment for all our AISES family members regardless of race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, or gender expression/identity. Safe Camp includes recognizing the AISES Code of Conduct and anyone found violating the code will be asked to leave the conference immediately. Please contact any AISES Staff member or board member if you have any questions.
“CODE OF CONDUCT”
The American Indian Science & Engineering Society (AISES) was established with the goal of developing Native professionals and leaders in the areas of science, technology, engineering and math. In light of this goal, the first student leaders of AISES developed a set of principles that prohibited alcohol, illegal drugs, and harassment. These principals have become core values of the organization and are incorporated as the Code of Conduct.
The AISES Code of Conduct promotes professional development and personal growth by strictly prohibiting the use of intoxicating drugs or alcohol and all forms of harassment and discrimination. This code is meant to reflect the ideals of our Native communities by establishing an expectation that we agree to protect and promote the well-being and growth of all people. This code is expected to be honored when individuals are representing the AISES organization and by all persons participating in AISES activities. To this end, each person is asked to adhere to this code and promote its intent by refraining from prohibited activities and encouraging others to do the same.
AISES will continue to maintain the Code of Conduct as a symbol reflective of the teachings and values of our ancestors. The Code of Conduct represents the ideas and visions set forth by the AISES founders and the student leadership. AISES values and respects the rights and privileges of others and asks that you honor the AISES organization, its mission, and the family of AISES by adhering to this Code of Conduct.
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Code of Conduct ............................................................. Inside Front Cover
Welcome Letter ........................................................................................... 2
Featured Speakers ........................................................................................ 4
Professional Awards ..................................................................................... 6
Gemstone Sponsors ..................................................................................... 8
Additional Conference Sponsors .................................................................. 9
Conference Basics: What You Need to Know ............................................ 10
Convention Center Floor Plan .................................................................. 12
Conference Agenda
Thursday ........................................................................................ 13
Friday ............................................................................................. 18
Saturday ........................................................................................... 22
Exhibitors .................................................................................................. 30
AISES Board of Directors, Elders and Staff ............................................... 32
Circle Partners ........................................................................................... 33
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Welcome!
A warm welcome to sunny Phoenix, Arizona and the 37th annual AISES National Conference! The AISES National Conference has become the premier event for Native American Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) professionals and students and hosts the largest College and Career Fair for American Indians.
This year we invite each of you to STRIVE, RISE and THRIVE to be and do your very best! Please take some time to read through the program in detail so you can be sure to take advantage of the many opportunities presented over the next three days. If you’re willing to engage and participate – and stretch beyond your comfort zone – you’ll discover ways to increase your networks, build your skills, support your education, and develop your career path.
In keeping with our conference theme, Olympic Gold Medalist, Billy Mills, will share a very inspirational keynote address during our opening ceremony leaving you feeling ready to STRIVE, RISE and THRIVE at the conference! The Opening Ceremony will be immediately followed by our networking suites which have now become one of the most popular events of the conference. Be sure to come by the suites for incredible networking opportunities and some great food!
If you’re a student, we hope you’re registered to attend the 3M Plenary Lunch Session on Saturday where you are invited to participate in a fun hands-on inventors’ activity. If you have not registered, inquire with registration as there may still be limited space available.
And, of course, your AISES conference experience will not be truly complete without the opportunity to interact with the amazing AISES Council of Elders. Be sure to attend the Morning Blessing Ceremony on Friday as well as the women’s/men’s, and closing talking circles. These opportunities are what truly makes the AISES Conference experience unique.
The closing awards banquet is always an amazing evening and this year, AISES has invited Native American artist, Bunky Echo-Hawk, to provide us with a live art performance where he will create a painting just ahead of the banquet kick-off. The painting will then be placed in a silent auction with the proceeds from the sale benefiting AISES. During the conference, you will have the opportunity to contribute your ideas to inspire Mr. Echo-Hawk’s painting. The banquet itself will include honoring our student and professional award winners – with the stories of our most inspirational members portrayed though inspiring videos.
Finally, please plan to attend the AISES Pow Wow directly following the closing awards banquet. The pow wow is a wonderful way to close your AISES conference experience and is open to all.
Thank you for being part of our AISES Family. Enjoy the conference and start planning now for Minneapolis in 2016!
Richard “Rick” Stephens Sarah EchoHawk Chair, Board of Directors Chief Executive Officer
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Thanks so much to our amazing Local Volunteer Committee and the entire Arizona Professional Chapter!
Jonathan Clark and Sheila LopezCo-Chairs
Nina Begay and Lavonda BegayVolunteers
Tamara Long and Shannon BrownTraditional Honors Banquet
Tony Kahn and Jesthan HardyTraditional Activity and Entertainment
Marvin Luna, Marvin Nez and Gordon ParkmanProfessional Outreach
Sheila Lopez, Jonathan Clark and Georgia SandovalSafe Camp
Kari Russell and Tanya MartinezOutreach and Golf Tournament
Diandra Benally, Kevin Russell and Loretta RobertsSchool Outreach/University Tours
Brandon PolingyumptewaPrizes
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Who is Billy Mills?
Billy Mills was born and raised on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota. Although Pine Ridge is very rich in culture and spirit, it is continually recognized economically as one of the poorest communities in America with unemployment reaching 80%.
Billy was orphaned by the age of 12 and sent to boarding schools. He graduated from high school at Haskell Indian School. Billy became involved in distance running and earned an athletic scholarship to the University of Kansas. Never winning a major race in track and field or cross country, he continued to show promise by his performances, making All American seven times. Upon graduation from the University of Kansas, Billy was commissioned an officer in the United States Marine Corps., and continued training for the Olympic Team. He made the Olympic team in two events, the marathon and the 10,000 meter run. He had trained his body, mind and soul for “Peak Performance.” And the world was about to see the greatest upset in Olympic history unfold.
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Today Billy is an accomplished businessman, author, and National Spokesperson for Christian Relief Services. As National Spokesperson, he has helped raise over 500 million dollars in cash and in-kind for charities worldwide. He has received five honorary doctorates, and is the recipient of the Distinguished Service Citation, the highest honor that the University of Kansas Alumni Association can bestow upon an individual to acknowledge outstanding achievement for the betterment of mankind. A major motion picture has been made about Billy, titled “Running Brave,” and has been a positive influence on many of our American youth. Billy Mills was recognized on several end-of-the-millennium lists, including being chosen as Sports Illustrated’s Athlete of the Century for the state of South Dakota.
In 2013 Billy won the second highest honor that is awarded to a civilian - the Presidential Citizens Medal from President Obama. On January 17, 2014 the National Collegiate Athletic Association presented Billy the highest award they give to an individual: The Teddy Roosevelt Award. On October 27, 2014 Billy was honored at the Anti-Defamation League’s Concert Against Hate at the JFK Center. In May, Billy received the 2015 Lifetime Achievement Award by the Presidents’ Council on Physical Fitness, Sports and Nutrition.
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Bunky Echo-Hawk is a multi-talented artist whose work spans both media and lifestyle. A graduate of the Institute of American Indian Arts, he is a fine artist, graphic designer, photographer, writer and a non-profit professional. Bunky is a traditional singer and dancer of the Pawnee Nation and an enrolled member of the Yakama Nation.
Throughout his career, he has merged traditional values with his lifestyle and art. He has exhibited in major exhibitions throughout the United States and internationally, including in NYC, Chicago, Denver, Santa Fe, and Frankfurt, Germany, to name a few. His poetry has been published in magazines and anthologies, and his plays have been performed and produced across the nation.
Bunky speaks at conferences, conducts workshops and teaches both art and writing. As an advocate and an educator, Bunky travels extensively, creating live works of art for auction. Through his art, Bunky has raised thousands of dollars for non-profits. Bunky begins the performance by creating a dialogue with the audience, where socially relevant and meaningful discussion takes place. He guides the audience through conceptualizing a painting, which he creates on the spot for the host organization, while participants continue to contribute their ideas, opinions and personal testimony.
In 2006, Bunky co-founded NVision, serving as Executive Director until 2009. NVision is a nonprofit collective of Native American artists, musicians, community organizers, and nonprofit professionals who focus on Native American youth empowerment through multimedia arts.
Bunky is the 2012 Eiteljorg Museum Artist in Residence. In 2008, the First Peoples Fund named him a Business in Leadership Fellow. Bunky was also nominated for the United States Artist Fellowship in 2008 and received the 2008 Boulder County Multicultural Award.
Nike signed Bunky in 2010, to design for the Nike N7 line. Bunky lives and works in Pawnee, Oklahoma.
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Congratulations to the Winners of the 2015 AISES Professional of the Year AwardsAISES’ 12th Annual Professional of the Year Awards Program applauds the 2015 recipients for their significant contributions made to the STEM disciplines as leaders, innovators, and role models. Read more about the 2015 Professional of the Year Awards Program at http://www.aises.org.
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The Overall Professional of the Year:
Pat Gwin—A member of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma, Pat majored in Biology and minored in Wildlife Science and Chemistry. He now serves as the Executive Liaison of the Cherokee Nation. His leadership and traditional knowledge have been instrumental in the revitalization and preservation of our natural resources. One important way he has accomplished this is through the Cherokee seed bank. By preserving heirloom seeds, Pat has ensured that generations to come will enjoy the same fruits and vegetables as their ancestors.
Executive Excellence:
Melvin Yawakee—Melvin is a member of the Pueblo of Zuni tribe and Vice-President/Engineer of Turtle Communications. The company is responsible for planning, designing and implementation of wireline and wireless telecommunication systems for Tribal Utility development. It provides detailed engineering work to complete projects that includes on- site field work for telecom infrastructure assessments, and site selection for new telecom infrastructure development. Melvin is viewed as a trailblazer, seeing rural tribal communities and land as assets rather than barriers. He works with the tribes to build infrastructure from the ground up, with every cell tower on tribal land.
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Technical Excellence:
Sarah Lauff—Sarah, a Shawnee, is a Radio Frequency Wireless Engineer and Mathematician for the U.S. Navy. She is an active AISES member, participating in the National Conference as both a presenter and a recruiter. Sarah has not only proven her technical excellence, but she also gives back to the community, as reflected through her ability to mentor students of all backgrounds and provide a model to show girls and women that they are capable of anything.
Most Promising Engineer or Scientist:
Dr. Franklin Dollar—A member of the Dry Creek Band of Pomo Indians, Franklin was recently named Assistant Professor at UC Irvine. As such, he will be only the second American Indian Physics professor at a top 50 school in the US, and the third in the top 100. Academically and professionally, there is no question that Dr. Dollar has been successful, having completed a B.S. in Engineering Physics at the University of California, Berkeley (2006) and a M.S.E. in Electrical Engineering (2010) and Ph.D. in Applied Physics (2012), both from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. These STEM degrees alone set him among an incredibly small number of other American Indians/Alaska Natives (AI/AN). He has a strong commitment to AISES, beginning as a student representative when he was an undergrad.
The Ely S. Parker Award is the highest honor bestowed by AISES, in honor of the first recognized American Indian scientist/engineer. This award recognizes high achievements and contributions to the STEM and educational communities. The Ely S. Parker Award acknowledges innovative contributions, the ability to overcome obstacles facing minorities in their fields, and the recipient’s scope and level of responsibility. Furthermore, the Award recipient is selected based on his/her potential as a role model. The Award is selected by the AISES Board of Directors. The 2015 Ely S. Parker Award Recipient will be announced at the Honors Banquet on Saturday night; be sure to attend to see who the 2015 deserving recipient is!
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T U R Q U O I S E
G E M S T O N E S P O N S O R S
Thank You to the 2015 AISES Conference Gemstone Sponsors
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Additional Sponsors and Partners
Plenary Luncheon for Students3M
STEM Activities DayThe Boeing Company
Undergraduate and Graduate Research CompetitionsAll Nations LSAMPCHS FoundationFreeport McMoRanUSDA Agricultural Research Service
High School Poster Competition and Tribal Eye Photo ExhibitNOAA – Oceanic & Atmospheric Research (OAR) and CIRES
Mobile AppIBM
Student OrientationNavy Recruiting Command
Pre-College Session TrackUS Air Force
Student Development Session TrackAmerica’s Navy
Wellness ActivityMerck
Native Circle SponsorFirst Nations Development Corporation
General SponsorshipBMMSalt River Project
Travel ScholarshipsBayer FoundationCHS FoundationEnvironmental Protection AgencyGeneral MotorsGoogleLawrence Livermore National LaboratoryUSDA Natural Resources Conservation Service
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On-Site Registration and Information
Registration will take place in the Lobby of the Phoenix Convention Center North Building. Stop by to pick up your name badge or if you have any questions.
Wednesday: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pmThursday & Friday: 7:00 am – 5:00 pmSaturday: 7:00 am – 12:00 pm
Name Badges
Your name badge allows you access to all conference functions. Please wear your badge at all times.
If you lose your badge, please go to the Registration Desk to request a replacement.
AISES Photographer and Videographer
There will be an official photographer and videographer on hand during major conference ceremonies and meetings. We enjoy capturing the “faces of AISES” from our National Conference. Images and video will be used for AISES promotional purposes only.
AISES Membership/Information Desk
AISES will maintain a counter near registration for attendees wishing to establish or renew a membership in AISES, including Sequoyah lifetime memberships. Be sure to stop by!
Have you updated your Membership Profile this year?
Stop by the Membership Desk and update your AISES profile today! Why? Because:
• Recruiters are seeking your majors
• Funders have scholarships for your discipline
• AISES special interest groups are forming now
And if we don’t know your STEM field, we can’t find you!
On-Site Assistance
Stop by the Registration Desk or AISES Information Desk if you have any questions during the Conference. Our wonderful volunteers are eager to assist you!
B A S I SConference Basics: What You Need To Know
Let Us Know How We Did and Be Entered to Win Daily Prizes!
Your feedback and observations are important to us as we continue to design programs and events that serve our members and friends. Please take our 2015 National Conference Attendee survey, which will be available on the Conference mobile app. Fill out your survey and session evaluations to be entered into daily drawings for great prizes!
AISES Merchandise
AISES gear disappears fast! Make sure to stop by the 2015 AISES Merchandise Booth located in the lobby of the Phoenix Convention Center, near Registration.
Thursday: 11:30 am – 6:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Native Artisan Marketplace
Located on Level 3, Phoenix Convention Center
Get a jumpstart on your holiday shopping or just indulge yourself with a treat from the AISES Marketplace where Native artisans have wonderful works available for purchase.
Thursday: 12:00 pm – 5:00 pmFriday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pmSaturday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Student Research Presentations
Pre-College (high school juniors and seniors), undergraduate, and graduate students will be showcasing their scientific research at oral and poster presentation sessions during the AISES National Conference. We encourage all conference participants to show their support by attending the oral presentations (Thursday) and reviewing posters (Friday) located on the career fair floor.
Poster Presentations:
• Participants are expected to mount their posters on Thursday November 19, between the hours of 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm outside Exhibit Hall C on the 300 level of the Phoenix Convention Center.
• Author(s) must be present at the poster during the judging period (8:00 am - 12:00 pm) on Friday, November 20.
• Posters will remain mounted for public display during the conference. Presenters will remove posters any time on Saturday, November 21.
Oral Presentations:
• Presentations will take place on Thursday, November 19 between the hours of 10:30 pm - 3:00 pm.
• Graduate and Undergraduate Presentations will take place in the Phoenix Convention Center; see agenda for meeting room numbers.
100 YEARSOF BUILDING TOMORROWJoin Boeing, and help us make ournext century even more amazing.
Meet us at Booth 301 on Friday, November 20.
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
boeing.com/careers/aises
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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 197:00 am to 5:00 pm
Conference Registration - Lobby A, Level 1, Phoenix Convention Center
8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Student Representatives Meeting - Room 129A
8:00 am to 9:30 am
Professional Chapters Council Meeting - Room 121B
8:00 am to 9:30 am
Government Relations Council Meeting - Room 121AEnd of Year National Meeting for all Government Advisory Council Members. Open to all who work for a government agency and are interested in assisting in the AISES’ mission.Established in 1984, the Government Relations Council (GRC) is comprised of U.S. Government employees who work within agencies that partner with AISES. The GRC works to identify government resources, develop strategies, and promote government careers in furthering AISES’ mission by working to:• Place American Indians and Alaska Natives into government jobs, by working closely with the AISES
Student Chapters, tribal colleges, and other colleges with high Native enrollment• Coordinate and participate in government sponsored workshops at the AISES National Conference
and Regional Conferences• Identify federal funding opportunities for AISES• Support student and professional chapter events• Identify federal internship and employment programs
8:00 am to 2:00 pm Boeing Tour
Open to High School and College Students – Pre-registration is requiredJoin our friends at Boeing for an exciting day of education and fun. This adventure includes a tour of key areas within the Boeing facility and time at the Falcon Field Museum. Get an up-close-and-personal view of the Apache Helicopter Production Line, the Electrical Fabrication Center, the Flight Test Center and the Innovation Center. At the end of the tour and museum visit, you will have Q&A opportunities with some of the talented Native engineers at Boeing. The outing includes lunch, invaluable networking, and even prizes, and is an opportunity not to be missed!
Meet buses in front pull-in area outside the North Building of the Phoenix Convention Center
9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Intel Activity at the Arizona Science – Pre-registration is requiredWhat will you make? Join Intel to experience the CREATE space at the Arizona Science Center sponsored by Intel. CREATE at Arizona Science Center is a place where science, design, and engineering collide! Inspired by the productivity of an inventor’s workshop, the creativity of an art studio, and the experimentation of a lab, CREATE is a community hub for turning dreams into reality. The Intel Native American Network will host two sessions to teach the use of Intel’s Galileo boards and Makey-Makey kits to introduce the Maker culture. You will have the opportunity to share ideas, collaborate and learn about science, technology, engineering, math and art through making. Limited space is available to high school students, college students and educators. Includes lunch.
Meet outside the North Building of the Phoenix Convention Center
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9:00 am to 1:30 pm
STEM Activities Day sponsored by BoeingThis fun, interactive day of activities will include hands-on education for students and educators. Get jazzed up for your National Conference experience, meet fellow students, receive FREE AISES MERCHANDISE and win great prizes!
9:00 am to 9:15 am
STEM Day Kick Off - Room 124A
9:15 am to 12:15 pm
Power-Up Session - Room123POWER UP workshops: AISES’ half-day POWER UP workshops increase middle and high school students’ and their educators’ knowledge of the scientific method and proper research techniques while introducing them to AISES’ educational events such as the Virtual Science and Engineering Fair. At these workshops, students, and educators can gain new knowledge to bring back to their community, learn about appropriate ways to conduct scientific research, and participate in quality programs that are designed to drive student success in STEM.
9:15 am to 11:15 am aND 11:30 am to 1:30 pm (Two Time SloTS AvAilAble To ATTend)VEX Robotics Demonstration - Room 122C
Open to High School and College Students and Educators – Pre-registration is requiredThis pre-conference session, designed for educators and students alike, will explain and demonstrate how the Robotics Education & Competition (REC) Foundation’s VEX Competition programming works from the classroom to competition. In the VEX Robotics Competition, presented by REC Foundation, teams of students (elementary, middle, high school and college levels) are tasked with designing and building a robot to play against other teams from around the world in a game-based engineering challenge. Classroom STEM concepts are put to the test on the playing field as students learn lifelong skills in teamwork, leadership, communications, and more. Tournaments are held year-round at the regional, state, and national levels; local champions go on to compete against the best in the world at the VEX Robotics World Championship each April!
9:30 am to 1:30 pm
STEM Marketplace! - Room 124AStroll through and learn important skills from roundtable facilitators, enjoy light refreshments, and find some fun giveaway items!
Tables/Topics Include: • Applying to College and Graduate School by GEM Consortium
• Time with the AISES Council of Elders
• Resume Assistance by Raytheon (You are encouraged to bring your resume for review)
• Career Interviewing Skills by NASA
• Maximizing Your Career Fair Experience by Chevron
9:30 am to 10:30 am aND 11:00 am to 12:00 pm (Two Time SloTS AvAilAble for ATTendAnce)Engineering is Fun! Building an Egg Vehicle out of Everyday Materials Using Engineering, Math, Science, and Project Management - Room 122B
A fun and exciting activity for students and teachers to understand project planning and the design and engineering process to help solve a problem of transporting an egg from one location to another without breaking the egg. This hands-on activity will get students to work in groups, assess the problem and create possible solutions to reach their goal.
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9:30 am to 10:30 am aND 11:00 am to 12:00 pm (two time SlotS available for atteNDaNce)Uranium, Radiation and Radon - Room 122A
Several tribal nations are impacted by Uranium mining activity. Tribal members impacted by mining need to understand the environmental and health impacts to their communities. Potential health impacts include exposure to radiation, inhalation of radon and ingestion of contaminated water. Participants will learn how to protect themselves and their communities. This presentation will engage participants in hands-on activities with Geiger Counters and other materials to understand the health impacts of Uranium mining. Several hands-on activities will introduce the mathematics of radiation. All participants will receive a radon test kit so they can take action by testing their homes for radon.
9:30 am to 10:30 am
Seaperch (Navy Underwater Robotics) Session - Room 125ATarget audience: Educators but all conference participants welcome Seaperch is an innovative, low-cost, underwater robotics program that teaches kids the basic principles of engineering, math, and physics in a fun and engaging setting. The United States Navy Office of Naval Research funds the project to advance common knowledge of nautical careers, with emphasis on Navy awareness and mentoring of students. Navy Recruiting Command Diversity Directorate uses Seaperch as a means of outreach to ensure under-represented and minority kids get access to the tools needed for successful introduction to the learning principles emphasized in the Seaperch curriculum. This emphasis will in turn foster a wide range of highly-qualified potential Navy applicants that will ensure diverse and culturally sound leadership in the Navy of tomorrow.
9:00 am to 1:00 pm
University Tours - Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University and University of ArizonaRegistration required – Open to High School students and chaperonesTour the downtown campuses of Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University and The University of Arizona. Schools will focus on STEM programs, as well as an overview of all opportunities within the University.
Meet in front of the North Building of the Phoenix Convention Center.
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Professional Members Opportunities Expo - Room 124B*All professionals (not just Native STEM professionals) are eligible for AISES Professional Membership!This pre-conference event will provide AISES professional members (current and future) with the inside scoop on AISES programming and the potential opportunities for them to be directly involved by volunteering and serving in different capacities. Professional members are the most important and valuable resources AISES has. Here, at the Professional Expo, you will have a chance to learn about AISES pre-college, college, and professional programming and services and the opportunities for getting directly involved. We’ll be highlighting and explaining how members can be directly involved with AISES though service on committees, chapter development, as mentors, as scholarship reviewers, as coaches for middle school science bowl, as science and engineering fair judges, and much, much more. Come learn about what it takes to be directly involved and hear what others are doing to ensure that more Native people are represented in STEM.
Tables/Topics include: • Government Relations Council
• Board Committees
• Science Fair Judging
• Scholarship Reviewers
• Poster and Oral Presentation Judges
• Employee Resource Groups
• Professional Chapters
• Corporate Advisory Council and Professional of the Year Awards
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10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Chapter Advisors Meeting - Room 121C
10:30 am to 3:00 pm Undergraduate Oral Research Presentations - Rooms 126A, 126B, 127B, 127C - Convention Center
10:30 am to 3:00 pm Graduate Oral Research Presentations - Rooms Gila, Hava Supi, Pima on Conference Level, Renaissance Hotel
These presentations will be held offsite at the Renaissance Hotel, 50 East Adams Street.
12:00 pm to 5:00Native Artisan Marketplace - Level 3, Phoenix Convention Center
12:30 pm to 2:00 pm
Rainbow Gathering - Room 125A
12:30 pm to 1:30 pm
Lunch on Your Own
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Exhibitor Orientation Session - Room 121B
2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Student Orientation sponsored by America’s Navy - North Ballroom A This mandatory meeting for ALL students is where it’s at! Come learn what to expect at National Conference and what is expected of you in return! We’ll also discuss how to make the most of your experience at this year’s conference. Be there or be square!
2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Corporate Advisory Council Meeting - Room 121AEnd of Year National Meeting for all Corporate Advisory Council Members.
Open to all who work for a corporation and are interested in assisting in the AISES’ mission.The Corporate Advisory Council (CAC) is a professional association of corporate representatives who support AISES in its mission of increasing the number of American Indians in STEM. The CAC provides industry advice and counsel for the AISES Chief Executive Officer and the Board of Directors by:
• Providing scholarships, internship programs and employment opportunities.
• Participating in and supporting AISES events through sponsorships, presentations and providing career information and resources.
• Supporting student and professional chapters in their local areas.
• Providing industry expertise and guidance related to current/projected employment trends and needs.
• Developing support for AISES consistent with individual company capabilities, including financial contributions, in-kind gifts and human resources as appropriate.
• Assisting AISES in fundraising efforts through networking and participation.
• Facilitating effective public relations for AISES activities via coverage in company publications, trade journals, etc.
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3:30 pm to 6:00 pm
Opening Ceremony – Featuring keynote address by Billy Mills (Lakota), Olympic Gold MedalistPlan to attend this informational and inspirational event! This year’s ceremony will includes color guard and presentation of the AISES Eagle Staff, traditional blessing, memorial tribute to Elder Horace Axtell, student regional spirit contest, chapter awards and much more!
Ballroom B-D, Level 1, Phoenix Convention Center
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Networking Suites Attend the event that has become a favorite among all conference participants! This “buffet-style” networking event offers a series of simultaneous receptions. Join conversations and meet others with common interests. This is an opportunity to meet the conference sponsors and exhibitors as well as other conference attendees in a fun and casual environment. Enjoy refreshments, conversation and make important connections for Friday’s Career Fair! It is the perfect wrap-up for your first day. Visit one or all!
• Aerospace- Room 125B• Armed Forces /Intelligence/Security- Room 121A• Energy/Natural Resources/Environment- Room 121B• Tech/Telecom- Room 121C• Academia- Room 122A• Construction/Architecture- Room 122C• Food/Agriculture- Room 123• Manufacturing/Transportation- Room 127A• Gaming (Casino and General) NEW!- Room 126B• Consumer Goods- Room 126A• Health/Medical- Room 122B
Additional Hospitality Suites sponsored by:• The Boeing Company- Room 122AB• Intel- Room 127B• Navajo Division of Transportation- Room 127C• Raytheon- Room 132C
AISES would like to thank the following partners who have graciously agreed to assist us with hosting the suites: 3M, America’s Navy, BMM, Boston Scientific, BNSF Railway, DSGW Architects/First American Design Studio, ExxonMobil, USDA-NRCS, IBM, Kellogg, National Science Foundation, Proctor & Gamble and Raytheon.
7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Gemstone Sponsors Reception - Room 129ABOpen to all Conference sponsors by invitation only.
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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 207:00 am to 5:00 pm
Conference Registration - Lobby A, Level 1, Phoenix Convention Center
7:00 am to 7:45 am
Morning Blessing Ceremony with the AISES Council of Elders - North Ballroom AStart your day in a reverent, meaningful and invigorating way. Join the AISES Council of Elders in welcoming and blessing a new day.
8:00 am to 9:00 am
Zumba Class sponsored by Merck - Room 124AAll levels welcome. Come join the fun!
8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Pre-College, Undergraduate and Graduate Poster PresentationsHall C Lobby, Level 3, Phoenix Convention Center
Friday Building Capacity to Use Science For Sovereignty In Native Coastal Communities 9:30-10:15 am X X
Friday Research Presentation by Lisa Lone Fight 9:30-10:15 am X
Friday Engineering Design Across Navajo Culture, Community, and Society 10:15-11:00 am X
Friday Native American Researchers: From the Rez to World‐Class Research 11:00-11:45 am X
FridaySummer Research Internships in Biomedical Science: Tips to Strive, Rise, and Thrive
11:00-11:45 am X X
Friday Thriving as A Health Professional In the Modern World 11:00-11:45 am X
Friday Ignite Sessions 12:30-1:30 pm X
Friday Creating Balance: Health, Fitness & Career 12:45-1:30 pm X X
Friday Striving for Equality - Safe Spaces for LGBTQ Individuals 12:45-1:30 pm X
Friday Essential Skills Needed for Effective Technical Leadership 1:30-2:15 pm X
Friday Leadership: 7 Habits of Highly Effective People 1:30-2:15 pm X
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9:00 am to 3:30 pm
Career and Opportunities FairSpecial Guest: Dr. Howard G. Adams offering individual career advice and counselingHalls B-C, Level 3, Phoenix Convention Center
9:30-10:15 am Special Research Presentation - Lisa Lone Fight - AISES Board Member - Room 122C
9:30 am to 12:30 pm
World Café Sessions - Come, participate in these special sessions - the World Café methodology is a simple, effective, and flexible format for hosting large group dialogue.
9:30-10:15 amEnvironment:Building Capacity to Use Science For Sovereignty In Native Coastal Communities - Vanessa Green, Oregon Health & Science University - Room 122B
10:15-11:00 amIndigenous STEM: Engineering Design Across Navajo Culture, Community, and Society - Shawn Jordan, Arizona State University - Room 122B
11:00-11:45 amHealth Sciences:Summer Research Internships in Biomedical Science: Tips to Strive, Rise, and Thrive - Naomi Lee, National Institutes of Health - Room 122C& Thriving as a Health Professional In the Modern World – Justin Hongeva, University of Arizona – Room 122C
11:46 am-12:30 pmNative American Researchers: From the Rez to World‐Class Research - Karletta Chief, University of Arizona - Room122B
10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Native Artisan Marketplace - Level 3, Phoenix Convention Center
11:30 am to 1:30 pm
Lunch – Use the voucher included with your badge!Café Marche Food Court - North Building, Main LevelGrab a bite between your interactions with the exhibitor and sponsors. Dining tables are located in the exhibit hall, as well!
12:30 pm to 1:30 pm
Ignite Sessions- Enlighten us…..but make it quick- Room 125AIgnite is a fun, lively, style of presentation where participants are given five minutes to speak on a subject accompanied by 20 slides. Each slide is displayed for 15 seconds, and slides are automatically advanced.
• Thriving With a Math Degree
• SMART Goals: A Roadmap for Success
• Biostatistics: Using Numbers to Improve Public Health and Help Communities Thrive
• Science Majors: Are you thinking of career as a Health Professional?
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12:45 pm to 2:15 pm
World Café Sessions- Come, participate in these special sessions. The World Café methodology is a simple, effective, and flexible format for hosting large group dialogue.
12:45-1:30 pmCommunity: Striving for Equality - Safe Spaces for LGBTQ Individuals - Sheila Lopez, Native PFLAG - Room 122B
12:45-1:30 pm Wellness: Creating Balance: Health, Fitness & Career - Tanya Martinez, 7th Generation Energy - Room 122C
1:30-2:15 pmLeadership: 7 Habits of Highly Effective People – J. Gage Hutchens, Wells Fargo & Company - Room 122C& Essential Skills Needed for Effective Technical Leadership – Dr. A.D. Cropper, Raytheon – Room 122C
1:45-3:15 pm
General Members’ Meeting - Room 126AB
3:15 pm to 4:15 pm
Plenary Session with Dr. Howard G. Adams Observing and Living the AISES Theme: Modeling the 5 “Ps” Purpose, Preparation, Practice, Perseverance, and Professionalism - Ballrooms B-D, Level 1, Phoenix Convention Center
This is must attend session for all conference participants! Join us for an exciting and motivational kickoff session for the 2015 National Conference led by Dr. Howard Adams. Dr. Adams always delivers high energy sessions that provide key strategies and information to discover and utilize your personal best. He will indeed inspire you to Strive, Rise and Thrive!”
Session Description: Success is not static or fixed, but is always evolving requiring individual initiative and action. This session explores success through an examination of 5 ”Ps” – Purpose, Preparation, Practice, Perseverance, Professionalism – that have been identified as essential principles of success. As one journeys through life, challenges will appear and mistakes may be made. These 5 “Ps” can be used as a foundation for building academic, career, personal and professional success.
3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Exhibitor Feedback Session - Room 121CThis is your opportunity as an exhibitor at the AISES National Conference to provide input to AISES for future conferences. Additionally, this year, AISES will have a small group of students who attended the career fair also provide feedback to exhibitors at the beginning of the session.
4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Men’s and Women’s Talking Circles - Rooms 124A and 124B
7:00 pm to 9:30 pm
Professional Members Mixer and Dinner - Room 129ABHosted by the AISES Phoenix Professional Chapter
Registration and fee required. Professional members come meet new and experienced professionals, to expand your network, from across the AISES family. Special guest speaker will be Professor Myles Lynk, of ASU Law School, the topic will be Professional Ethics and Responsibilities in the STEM Fields.
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7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Regional Student CaucusesRegion 1- Room 122BRegion 2- Room 122CRegion 3- Room 126ABRegion 4- Room 125BRegion 5- Room 127ARegion 6- Room 127BRegion 7- Room 127C
8:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Chapter Fundraising Session - Room 125AJoin the University of Oklahoma and University of Utah chapters for informative tips and hints for raising money for your college chapter! They will give examples of many different fundraising opportunities that you can use to raise money at your school. They will also talk about some alternative ways to raise money that are not just fundraisers. They will be extra information about ways to raise money to host a Regional Conference as well. This is a great opportunity to get some fun and useful ideas for your raising funds for your college chapter!
8:30 pm to 11:00 pm
Social Celebration and Dance Contest - Ballroom A, Level 1, Phoenix Convention CenterBust a move with your fellow conference attendees and maybe even come away with a great prize!
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Saturday Building Organizational Partnerships that Help Native Students Rise & Thrive 9-10 am X
Saturday Environmental Engagement through Experiential Learning 9-10 am X
Saturday Mentorship vs. Sponsorship and the role in your professional development 9-10 am X
Saturday Public Speaking & Practice 9-10 am X X X
SaturdayRISE to the challenge of hands-on teaching plus receive a template for a career in Science
9-10 am X X
Saturday So You Want To Be A Doctor, Nurse, Pharmacist, or...? Let’s Do It! 9-10 am X X
Saturday Strive, Rise and Thrive in the Power Industry 9-10 am X
Saturday The WOC American Indian College Guide is for You - How to Use It 9-10 am X X
Saturday Why Our Communities Need more Native Architects and Engineers 9-10 am X X
Saturday The Path to a STEM Career 9-10 am X X
Saturday Cisco Networking Academy 10:15-11:15 am X X
Saturday Developing Your Personal Brand: Staying out of Trouble on Internet 10:15-11:15 am X X
Saturday Failure IS An Option: Strive Past Your Failures Toward Success 10:15-11:15 am X
SaturdayFeeding Ourselves: Food Access, Health Disparities, and the Pathways to Healthy Native American Communities
10:15-11:15 am X
Saturday How To Think Like Leonardo DaVinci 10:15-11:15 am X
Saturday Introduction to Careers in the Gaming Industry 10:15-11:15 am X X
Saturday Rising Up from Technical into Management (The Next Level) 10:15-11:15 am X
Saturday Strive, Rise, Thrive in the field of STEM as You Balance Two Worlds 10:15-11:15 am X
Saturday The family that STEMs together Stays together 10:15-11:15 am X
Saturday The Regional Model 10:15-11:15 am X
Saturday Using the U.S. Climate Resilience Toolkit to inspire authentic student-led projects 10:15-11:15 am X X
Saturday Effective Facilitation Skills to Thrive in a Professional Environment 2:30-3:30 pm X
Saturday From Boeing to NASA: How to Strive, Rise and Thrive in Your Internship 2:30-3:30 pm X
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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 217:00 am to 11:00 am
Conference Registration - Main Lobby, Phoenix Convention Center
7:30 am to 10:30 am
Sequoyah Fellows Breakfast - Room 129ABBy invitation only. Pre-registration was required by October 23, 2015.
7:30 am to 8:30 am
Yoga Class sponsored by Merck - Room 124AAll levels welcome - Come join the fun and get in a positive frame of mind for the day!
8:30 am to 9:00 am
Introduction and Kick-Off of Concurrent Sessions, Session Tracks Sponsored by America’s Navy & US Air Force - Room 124B
All conference participants should attend this short session to learn about the various tracks and sessions in order to get the most out of your conference experience.
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Saturday Funding your Graduate Education 2:30-3:30 pm X
Saturday Green & Clean - Energy Projects to Sustain Tribal Communities 2:30-3:30 pm X
Saturday It IS All About Who You Know! 2:30-3:30 pm X X
SaturdayOh, the places you’ll go!: Graduate school as a path to skills and careers inside and outside academia
2:30-3:30 pm X
Saturday Patents: Making your ideas count 2:30-3:30 pm X
Saturday The Role of Mentor: Building a Partnership for Success 2:30-3:30 pm X
Saturday Thriving and Resilience in STEM 2:30-3:30 pm X
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9:00 am to 10:00 am
Concurrent Sessions Block 1
The WOC American Indian College Guide is for You - How to Use It - Richard H. Pierce, Retired - Room 129ABLet’s get really down to really thinking about applying to college - what colleges I like?, which have what I want/need?, which match my skills/aptitudes? The logistics, the costs, the support? Submitting the best application I can?
These questions will be discussed in small groups, using the new issue of the American Indian College Guide. Pre-College Students/Parents/Advisors will learn about the Guide - success stories, featured schools, the selected top 200 schools, hints on application/essay writing and the finances. Students will leave understanding how to use the Guide and with a preliminary list of colleges that fit their wants/abilities.
Strive, Rise and Thrive in the Power Industry - Anthony Kahn, Arizona Public Service Company - Room 129ABHow do American Indians strive, rise and thrive in the electric utility industry? With the changing electrical industry and more stringent environmental requirements, how will electric utilities continue to provide reliable, sustainable, environmentally compliant electricity? Hear Native Americans discuss their careers, backgrounds, professional paths and overcoming obstacles, to thrive while working for Arizona Public Service Company. With the Four Corners Power Plant located on the Navajo Nation, learn how APS professionals give back to their Native communities.
Mentorship vs. Sponsorship and the Role in your Professional Development - Joy Titus-Young, American Chemical Society - Room 122AThis session will discuss the difference between a mentor and a sponsor and how they both can benefit your professional development.
So You Want To Be A Doctor, Nurse, Pharmacist, or...? Let’s Do It! - Bret R. Benally Thompson, University of Wisconsin - Room 122BHave you dreamt about a career in health professions? Come spend an hour with us and learn that you can achieve that dream. Dr. Bret Benally Thompson will share personal and professional stories about his and other Native student’s paths who are now doctors, dentists, nurses and other health professionals. We will discuss what it takes to prepare for medical and other health schools and give advice on how to make you a successful applicant. Many past attendees of this session are now doctors and other health professionals. Bret’s mantra is, “If I can do it, I know you can!”
Building Organizational Partnerships that Help Native Students Rise & Thrive - Wren Walker Robbins, Ph.D., Changing Communities Consulting - Room 122CThis interactive session begins with a case study that documents an actual, multi-organizational partnership that helps Native students build capacity and leadership by participating in a community-based research experience for undergraduate REU program. Session presenters include professionals, students, and mentors. Participants then break into smaller groups to explore potential opportunities and resources to build partnerships in their own home communities and organization. These are partnerships that provide significant funding streams and opportunities to help Native students rise and thrive.
RISE to the challenge of Hands-On Teaching plus receive a template for a career in Science - Craig Wilson, USDA ARS & Texas A&M University - Room 123Hone your own observation skills with activities you can use with students. Learn that only 1/32 of the Earth’s surface is farmable, through a demonstration and videos of Earth taken from space. Launch a rocket. Calculate a peanut seed’s calorific value in a simple experiment. Raw peanuts can be used as a model of seed physiology and then planted to see germination and growth. Activities using ethanol to highlight its use as an energy source and as an exothermic reaction.Experiments using a wax candle. It can be a model to teach the states of matter and basic observation skills.
Public Speaking & Practice - Cynthia Munnell, The Boeing Company - Room 125A The intent of this session is to help the student understand everytime they speak, they are publicly speaking. It’s important they speak with authority, facts and knowledge of the subject.
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Environmental Engagement through Experiential Learning - Ace Charette, University of Arizona Early Academic Outreach - Room 125BGiven recent and recurring environmental disasters that native nations face (such as the toxic waste in the Animas River), a need for environmental education is greater than ever. This session will cover strategies for engaging students at a variety levels (high school, undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral) in environmental education through scientific research at the high school level and mentoring at the college level. The program bridges culture and scientific inquiry, and participants develop a sense of empowerment in their pursuit of higher education and careers. Attendees will learn the mechanisms behind these and will apply concepts to their own pursuits.
Why Our Communities Need more Native Architects and Engineers - Michael Laverdure, First American Design Studio LLC - Room 126AYou spend about 90% of every day indoors. Who designed that building? Was it a Native Architect or Engineer? Sad to say, there are only a handful of Native Architects & Engineers that can participate. We hope our discussion today, helps you Rise to the need of your people. There is a need out there for Native Architects and Engineers to be a part of the future in our communities, to be an advocate. Our discussion can also shed light on some of the most frequently asked questions about the Architect & Engineering profession. Projects on reservations should be functional, culturally subsistent, sustainable and financially responsible.
The Path to a STEM Career and the Value of Diversity to Employers - Julie Traylor-Cruz, AECOM - Room 121AA panel of professionals working within the STEM industry will share their experiences in both the public and private sectors and educational/career decisions and advise on career choices and mentorship opportunities. The session will offer interactive opportunities with the audience to identify common experiences and choices at all levels of the path from high school through professional. Panelists will seek to collectively identify opportunities for students and young professionals to garner support and assist each other through AISES and other organizations
10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Native Artisan Marketplace - Level 3, Phoenix Convention Center
10:15 am to 11:15 am
Concurrent Sessions Block 2Strive, Rise, Thrive in the field of STEM as You Balance Two Worlds - Dr. Carol Vallee Crouch -Room 126BHow can professionals use their STEM degrees to strive to address the current issues such as of protecting and preserving our Native lands, having adequate healthy food in their communities and promote cultural awareness? Rise as a leader that promotes sustainability technologies, leadership skills and professionalism in your STEM position. As an American Indian and a STEM professional, thrive to use your leadership skills and their interpersonal skill to balance their American Indian heritage and culture with their careers. Teach other the importance of balancing two worlds; your cultural heritage and career.
Developing Your Personal Brand: Staying out of Trouble on Internet - James Wilkerson, Central Intelligence Agency - Room 127AThe workshop is an interactive activity where the participants do a couple exercises at their tables as a team. The results of the task are used to discuss the importance of self branding and how social media can enhance or harm their brand, especially for future employment or career opportunities. Information about the CIA and its student programs is also shared with the participants.
Failure IS An Option: Strive Past Your Failures Toward Success - Aaron Yazzie, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory - Room 121CThe quote “Failure is not an option” has been associated heavily with NASA and its many missions. This mindset continues today, with various deep space instruments navigating through our solar system, to the thrilling landing of the Curiosity Rover on Mars, to the next generation of missions aimed at taking more advanced instruments.. or even people... to new planets and moons. However, even when faced with the constant threat of failure, engineers have been able to strategically manage their risks to let failure work in their favor. In this session, you will hear from 3 Native American employees from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory on how they have experienced, utilized, and surpassed failure in their jobs supporting NASA missions and in their personal journeys in becoming productive engineers and scientists.
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Introduction to Careers in the Gaming Industry - Jodi DiLascio, AmericanChecked - Room 122AThis panel of Gaming industry professionals will present the various career opportunities available with gaming industry vendors, who provide products and services to gaming operators in both the commercial and Tribal arena. From Game Manufactures, Independent Testing Labs and Regulatory Authorities, the panel will provide an overview of the various jobs requiring expertise in the fields of Engineering and Mathematics and insight into their application in the increased dependency of technology in today’s casino gaming industry.
Using the U.S. Climate Resilience Toolkit to Inspire authentic student-led projects - LuAnn Dahlman, NOAA - Room 122BStarting with case studies of Tribal Nations and other communities who are taking steps to build climate resilience, participants will explore a spectrum of potential pathways to encourage / inspire students or other community members to initiate resilience-building efforts in their own communities.
The Family that STEMs Together Stays Together - Nathaniel Todea, USDA NRCS - Room 122CA multi-generation and multi-disciplinary STEM panel will have a round table discussion on perpetuating STEM, benefits of working in STEM, and challenges of being in STEM, (i.e. keeping traditional values/language and working in STEM in a non-native global society). Furthermore, a discussion will be include how did you got into STEM and how did college students get into STEM. Participants will share their STEM experience and whether being in STEM was influenced by a STEM family.
Rising Up from Technical into Management (The Next Level) - Marcellus Proctor, NASA - Room 123In the interactive workshop, the audience will have the opportunity to be part of scenarios where they see situations from a manager’s point of view. They will also hear from managers on how they transitioned from various levels of management from within and outside of their technical organizations. The audience will learn what is needed to be successful manager & leader by understanding the importance and function of active listening, providing constructive feedback on employee’s performance, managing conflict from a personnel & technical perspective.
Introduction and Overview of the AISES Regional Model, Rick Stephens, AISES Board Chair & Sarah EchoHawk, AISES CEO- Room 121A Beginning in November of 2014, with the appointment of Rick Stephens as the Chair of the AISES Board of Directors, AISES embarked on developing a model to strengthen its regional administration. The purpose of the regional model is to strengthen the reach of the national organization by empowering each region to support AISES by conducting business on behalf of the national office. At this time, AISES in the process of formalizing a regional council in each region. In this session, participants will learn (1) how the regional model is structured, and (2) ways in which they can benefit and/or participate in the new model. Anyone interested is invited to attend and we are specifically looking for students, educators and professionals who want to take a more active role within their region.
How To Think Like Leonardo DaVinci - Kristi Guiou, Raytheon - 126AGenius is made, not born. Human beings are gifted with an almost unlimited potential for learning and creativity. Now you can uncover your own hidden abilities, sharpen your senses, and liberate your own unique intelligence by following the example of one of the greatest geniuses of all time, Leonardo da Vinci.
Feeding Ourselves: Food Access, Health Disparities, and the Pathways to Healthy Native American Communities - Janie Simms Hipp, University of Arkansas - Room 125B“Feeding Ourselves: Food Access, Health Disparities, and the Pathways to Healthy Native American Communities” is a comprehensive report on the state of food access in Native American communities, and the resulting health disparities in Native Americans. The report – commissioned by the American Heart Association (AHA) and its Voices for Healthy Kids®, a joint initiative of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) and AHA – explores the effects of now-repudiated federal policies that forcibly separated Native peoples from their historical land and traditional sources of food, leading to pernicious health problems for all Native communities. The epidemics of obesity and diabetes in Native communities, even among Native American children, are direct consequences of limited access to healthy food. Feeding Ourselves examines success stories from grassroots programs in tribal communities that inspire and educate and provides specific pathways for tribes, the federal government, and philanthropists to empower Native people to solve these difficult problems.
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Cisco Networking Academy -John Bjerke, Cisco - Room 125ACisco Networking Academy is an IT skills and career building program for learning institutions and individuals worldwide. More than 5.5 million people have joined the Networking Academy and become a force for change in the global economy since 1997. Cisco Networking Academy offers students a proven IT skills and career building curriculum. Our courses help students develop technical mastery and build critical thinking and problem-solving skills needed to succeed. We invest in global research to identify where new jobs are growing and the skills employees need to do them.Pull list and descriptions from Saturday tab on spreadsheet (sorted by time)
10:15 am to 11:15 am
Veterans Caucus - Room 130
11:30 am to 1:00 pm
Plenary Session for Students sponsored and presented by 3M (includes lunch) - Ballroom B-D, Level 1, Phoenix Convention Center
A favorite among students last year – includes inventors’ contest for all students who want to participate! Prizes will be awarded! Pre-Registration Required - Space is limited!
Note: Please plan to commit to the entire timeframe – be on time and stay for the entire time.
11:30 am to 1:00 pm
Lunch on Your Own for Professionals, Educators and Others Not Attending the 3M Luncheon
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
National Student Caucus - North Ballroom A
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Pre-College and Educator Caucus - Room 124B
2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Concurrent Sessions Block 3Funding your Graduate Education - Christine O’Brien, Fellowships Office of the National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine - Room 124B This panel is designed to provide information about scholarships, fellowships, paid summer research opportunities, and professional development opportunities in the STEM fields. You will hear directly from a former student about his experience securing funding. You will also hear from two expert program managers who are familiar with a variety of funding sources and who will provide tips on applying. You will leave the session with a better understanding of the different types of funding sources available, as well as a better understanding of navigating the application process and making the most of opportunities associated with a variety of funders. You will hear directly from a professor in STEM who is Native Alaskan and whose amazing research interests have brought new insights and discoveries.
Effective Facilitation Skills to Thrive in a Professional Environment - Karen Dale Kiester, GM - Room 127AInteractively learn and experience Facilitation skills that can get you the recognition you deserve.
From Boeing to NASA: How to Strive, Rise and Thrive in Your Internship - Jason Slats - Room 121CJason and Kory were raised in rural Alaskan native villages. The skills required to succeed professionally in today’s world are not easily learned in that traditional environment. In the spirit of cooperation that exists historically between Boeing and NASA, Jason (who interned with NASA) and Kory (who interned with Boeing) will talk about the challenges and obstacles they had to overcome to succeed in their respective internships. The focus will be on identifying and developing the skills required to succeed in that environment.
Oh, the places you’ll go!: Graduate school as a path to skills and careers inside and outside academia - Katherine Crocker, University of Michigan - Room 122AA panel of graduate students and people with advanced degrees talk about why they chose to go to graduate school and the career opportunities that advanced degrees offer; mini-presentations will be followed by a Q&A.
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The Role of Mentor: Building a Partnership for Success - Chris Kyselka, Arizona State University - Room 122BWhile endeavors to promote academic success for American Indians in STEM fields continue to emerge, programs are not the only solution available to help students and working professionals thrive in the academic and career environment. Mentoring is another solution that is important to consider as research indicates that American Indian students and career professionals can potentially thrive due to a strong connection with their environment and affiliation with a role model.
This interactive session intends to help attendees understand and appreciate how influential their experience and talents can be to others. By learning more about the impact and process of mentoring, attendees will be able to consider their own mentoring capabilities and advocate for mentoring in their companies and organizations.
Thriving and Resilience in STEM - Agnes Attakai, Center for American Indian Resilience University of Arizona - Room 122C Participants will individually identify stressors and assets that create challenges and help them to succeed in STEM fields. Participants will complete a Wellness Map where they will draw symbols of stressors and assets on paper, then discuss and share their illustrations among their peers. This will provide an opportunity to dialogue about personal experiences and investigate resilient strategies.
It IS All About Who You Know! - Andrea D. Wieland, Community College of Denver - Room 123 An interactive session about learning how to put your best foot forward and network to find jobs and advance your career.
Green & Clean - Energy Projects to Sustain Tribal Communities - Sandra Begay-Campbell, Sandia National Laboratories - Room 125BLearn from tribal energy interns about how tribes can strive to create sustainable communities through use of green and clean energy. Renewable energy development projects are considered appropriate for Native American communities because green and clean energy generation has a lower environmental impact, less carbon intensive, and harmonizes well with nature, which is consistent with many tribal cultures. These types of projects can help raise tribal members’ quality of life through increased access to energy or electricity. Successful tribal projects will be briefly presented to demonstrate how particular tribes are thriving thru the generation of their own energy projects.
Patents: Making your ideas count - Sarah Lauff, SPAWAR - Room 125B During this workshop, participants will learn about the exciting world of patents and that the ability to get a patent isn’t as far off as most would think. This session covers what a patent is (and isn’t), how a participant can go about getting a patent, some likely pitfalls, and interesting examples of patents from the decades.
3:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Closing Circle - Room 129ABJoin the AISES Council of Elders to share your conference experience and feel the support and energy of all other participants during this moving experience.
5:30 to 6:00 pm
Live Art Performance - Opening to Traditional Honors Banquet - Ballrooms B-D, Level 1, Phoenix Convention Center
Enjoy a live art performance by Native American Performance Artist Bunky Echo-Hawk (Pawnee) while you are arriving and getting settled at your table for the evening. The painting created during this time will then be available for bidding through a silent auction to benefit AISES.
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Traditional Honors Banquet - Ballrooms B-D, Level 1, Phoenix Convention CenterFull printed program will be provided at the banquet. The evening will include student and professional awards as well as closing remarks and video presentation.
9:00 pm to Midnight - Closing Pow Wow and Native Artisan Marketplace - Hall B, Level 3, Phoenix Convention Center
Rock your Mocs and join us for what has become our most popular tradition! Open to all!
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“transcend” INSIDE 2 Ceremony Highlights 8 Award Winners 11 Career Opportunities Fair 18 Sessions Overview 22 Heard at the Conference 26 Preview of Phoenix 2015
3M 501A.T. Still University 427AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowships 407AERO FEDERAL CREDIT UNION 336American Chemical Society 304American Express 320/421American Indian College Fund 523American Indian Graduate Center 328American Indian Program - New Mexico State University 416American Physical Therapy Association 329American Univ. Washington Internships for Native Students (WINS) 334APS 520Arizona State University 637Arkansas EPSCoR 237Assoc. of American Medical Colleges- Summer Medical and Dental Ed Program 322ASU Graduate Programs 508AZ Indians into Medicine- University of Arizona 222Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp. 306Be An Actuary 521Binghamton University 632BNSF Railway 420Bonneville Power Administration 511Boston Scientific 110Bureau of Land Management 635Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement 327Caltech 325Carollo Engineers, Inc. 610Catching The Dream 223Cherokee Nation 429Chevron 212/313CIA 613Cleveland Clinic 324CMD-IT/ Texas A&M University 625College of Engineering Diversity & Access 536Colorado School of Mines Graduate School 519Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons 538Columbia University School of Engineering and Applied Science 211Cornell University Diversity Programs in Engineering 331Cox Enterprises - Talent Acquisition 409Dartmouth College 207Defense Contract Management Agency 236Department of Energy 202Dept. of Chemistry, University of Tennessee, Knoxville 434Division of Energy & Mineral Development 518
Duke University Nicholas School of the Environment 316Environmental Protection Agency 618Environmental Systems Research Institue, Inc. (Esri) 428Fed Govt, DOI, Office of the Special Trustee for American Indians 644Federal Aviation Admistration 639Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center 104Freeport-McMoRan 608GE Aviation 302General Motors 216/218Gonzaga University’s Graduate School of Business 603Google 607Harvard Business School 116Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health 219Harvard University Graduate School of Arts & Sciences 217Heritage University 424HQ USAFA / RRA 622IBM 510INMED 321INROADS 330Institute of Environmental Health, Oregon Health & Science University 605Integrative Systems + Design at Univ of Michigan 136Intel Diversity and Inclusion 310/411Inter-Tribal Council of AT&T Employees 430Intertribal Timber Council 537Jacobs School of Engineering, UC San Diego 646Jet Propulsion Laboratory 225Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health 410Joint Institute for the Study of the Atmosphere and Ocean 616Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory 419Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory 500Life University 102LIGO 220Los Alamos National Laboratory 604/606LSAMP-Islands of Alliance 335Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) 614Mayo Clinic College of Medicine 640Mayo Clinic Spirit of EAGLES 634McGill University 333Merck & Co., Inc. 507Microsoft Corporation 101MIT Lincoln Laboratory 619Montana Tech and SIGP 504Morehouse College 422NASA 100/201National High Magnet Field Lab 515National Indian Education Association 642
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases 617National Organization of Gay & Lesbian Scientists and Technical Professionals (NOGLSTP) 524National Research Council of the National Academies, Fellowship Programs 308National Research Mentoring Network 540National Science Foundation 300/401Native American Center of Excellence 620Navajo Generating Station (NGS) 106/108Navajo Transitional Energy Company 126/128Navajo Tribal Utility Authority 526Navy Civilian Careers 213Navy Recruiting Command 305New Mexico Tech 425Nextera Energy ( FPL) 406NIST 208NM EPSCoR - Natives in STEM 230NOAA/Oceanic & Atmospheric Research 509Northeastern University 525Northern Arizona University 436Northrop Grumman 413Northwestern University 609Novo Nordisk 210/311NYU School of Engineering 209Office of Minority Health Research Coordination/NIDDK/NIH 221Organization for Tropical Studies 418OSMRE - Society of American Indian Government Employees 317Peace Corps 332Penn Engineering 417Penn State University 626Penn State University 621Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory 118Princeton University - The Graduate School 437Procter & Gamble 309Purdue University 423Queen’s University 522Raytheon 601Resolution Copper Company 405Rice University 326Robotics Education & Competition Foundation 517Roche Tissue Diagnostics (Ventana Medical Systems, Inc.) 408Rochester Institute of Technology 627SACNAS 631Salish Kootenai College 636San Francisco Public Utilities Commission 502Sandia National Laboratories 403Save The Cord Foundation 600Sirius Computer Solutions 629Stanford University 612
Strategic Systems Programs 638Stryker 323Student Conservation Association 228SWE 227Teach For America - Native Alliance Initiative 229The Aerospace Corporation 641The Boeing Company 301The University of Arizona 506The University of Iowa 224The University of Michigan School of Natural Resources & Environment 528The University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine 426Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen) 337U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 503UC Berkeley, College of Engineering 630Umatilla NF - USDA 534United States Geological Survey - National Tribal Liason 414United States Military Academy 529University of Arizona 234University of California Los Angeles 532University of Chicago 624University of Idaho, College of Graduate Studies 516University of Kansas 533University of Michigan 124University of Minnesota Morris 232University of New Mexico 527University of Notre Dame 315University of Pittsburgh 226University of Rhode Island 623University of Virginia 319University of Washington 432University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health 435US Air Force 505US Army Test and Evaluation Command 628US Department of State 633US Environmental Protection Agency 122US Intellingence Community 203/205US Nuclear Regulatory Commission 611US Postal Service 318USDA Forest Service 535USDA Forest Service, Forest Products Laboratory 530USDA, APHIS, Veterinary Services 531USDA NRCS 513USDA-ARS 130Vanderbilt University 431Washington State University Graduate School 433Wisconsin Space Grant Consortium 231Yale School of Forestry & Environ. Studies 214
EXHIBITORSThis list is current at the time of printing.
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AISES2015 National Conference November 19 - 21, 2015 • Phoenix, Arizona
AISES BOARD OF DIRECTORSRichard Stephens (Pala Band of Mission Indians)Chair
Dr. Twyla Baker-Demaray (Three Affiliated Tribes)Vice Chair
Marlene Watson (Navajo)Secretary
Dr. James May (United Keetowah Band)Treasurer
Dr. Mark Bellcourt (White Earth Ojibwe)
Dr. Iowa Black (Cherokee Nation)
Paul Kabotie (Hopi)
Sheila Lopez (Navajo)
Lisa Lone Fight (Mandan, Hidatsa, Sahnish)
NATIONAL STUDENT REPRESENTATIVESCrystal Tulley-Cordova (Navajo)Senior National Student Representative
Sheridan Evans (Cherokee)Junior National Student Representative
AISES COUNCIL OF ELDERSMary Kahn (Navajo)
Phil Lane, Jr. (Yankton Dakota and Chickasaw)
Henrietta Mann, Ph.D. (Southern Cheyenne)
Faith Spotted Eagle (Ihanktonwan Band of the Dakota/Nakota/Lakota Nation of South Dakota)
Stan & Cecelia Lucero (Laguna and Acoma Pueblo)
STAFFSarah Echohawk (Pawnee) Chief Executive Officer
Kellie Jewett-Fernandez (Cheyenne River Sioux) Director of Business and Program Development
Tina Farrenkopf (Passamaquoddy/Maliseet) Director of Programs
Kathy DeerInWater (Cherokee) Director of Strategic Initiatives & Research
Lisa Paz (Pawnee/Comanche) Director of Membership and Communications
Ruben Hernandez (Lakota) Chief Technology Officer
Bill McIntyre Chief Finance Officer
Katherine Cristiano Executive Operations Officer
Melanee Stevens Programs Coordinator
Elsie Montoya Finance Assistant
Angelika Silva Accountant
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