In order to increase the numbers of Indigenous North Americans seeking degrees and careers in STEM
fields, students must be started on the STEM pathway early. One of the biggest challenges in reaching
this goal is ensuring that students, educators, and parents have access to information and resources
related to STEM.
AISES administers many programs, services, and events for pre-college, undergraduate and graduate students
designed to increase their access to college and support their success in in preparation for careers in
STEM fields. Native college students need professional mentorship and peer support in addition to
scholarship support. Students are most successful when they have a network of other Native students,
as well as professionals who can provide ongoing support while they are pursuing undergraduate and
graduate studies. AISES provides exactly this critically needed support through its programming.