SACNAS’ National Diversity in STEM Conference is the largest multidisciplinary and multicultural STEM diversity event in the country for college students and professionals. This year the event will be held in San Juan Puerto Rico from October 27- October 29
Known for our blend of science, culture, and community, the SACNAS conference invites attendees to bring their whole selves — their identity, background, experiences, and talents— to STEM. Through strategic partnerships with institutions, companies, and agencies all over the country, the SACNAS conference provides attendees access to the opportunities and connections they need to excel in their education and careers.

Over the course of the event, college-level through professional attendees are immersed in cutting-edge STEM research, professional development sessions, motivational keynote speakers, and the Graduate School & Career Expo Hall, as well as multicultural celebrations and traditions, and an inclusive and welcoming community of peers, mentors, and role models. Simply put, the SACNAS conference is a broadly inclusive space where you are encouraged and empowered to bring your whole self to STEM.

Conference Details

Who: All STEM undergraduate students

What: STEM diversity conference

When: October 27 – October 29

Where: San Juan Puerto Rico, Governor Pedro Roselló San Juan Convention Center

SACNAS Scholarship Application Instructions

Do you want to attend the SACNAS conference but do not have the resources to register? Apply for a scholarship through ¡MIRA!

To apply: simply send an e-mail to mira@nau.edu by AUGUST 12th answering the following questions:

  1. How will attending this year’s SACNAS conference benefit your current academic path and impact your future?
  2. What do you hope to learn/gain from attending this year’s conference?

Apply for a SACNAS Scholarship