The 2012 SACNAS National Conference "Science, Technology, and Diversity for a Healthy World" will take place in Seattle, Washington!!

Devoted to Advancing Hispanics, Chicanos & Native Americans in Science

Join over 3,500 attendees for four days of scientific research presentations, professional development, networking, exhibits, culture, and community. One of the largest annual gatherings of minority scientists in the country, the interdisciplinary, inclusive, and interactive SACNAS National Conference motivates and inspires.

Conference SessionsProfessional development, leadership, special event, and scientific symposia session proposals are currently being sought.

Session submissions deadline: March 30

Research PresentationsUndergrad & grad students and postdocs are invited to submit an abstract for a chance to present their research at the conference.

Spring submissions : March 29 - April 26 Summer submission (summer program participants only): TBD

Travel Scholarships (assistance provided to attend conference)Undergrad, postbac, & grad students and postdocs are invited to apply for travel and/or lodging support for the conference.

Spring applications : March 29 - April 26 Summer applications (summer program participants only): TBD

Conference Registration Preconference registration: April 30-September 12

Exhibit Booth Reservations Booth reservations: April 30-September 12

Conference Platinum Sponsors University of Washington Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center

Conference Bronze Sponsor Marguerite Casey Foundation

Location800 Convention PlaceWashington State Convention & Trade CenterSeattle, WA 98101-2350United States

WhenOctober 11th, 2012 7:00 AM through October 14th, 2012 12:00 PM

ContactPhone: 877-722-6271 Email: info@sacnas.org

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INFO  Travel ScholarshipsA SACNAS travel scholarship funds travel and/or lodging expenses to attend the SACNAS National Conference. 2012 Application Periods

Spring application: March 29-April 26For undergraduates, post baccalaureates, graduates, and postdocs. ALL eligible applicants are encouraged to apply during this period.

Summer application: TBDONLY for undergraduate summer program students. NOTE: Program Directors need to first enroll summer program.

Travel Scholarship Award Expenses covered by the award:

Lodging (room and tax only) at a conference hotel for four nights, and/or Air or train* travel to Seattle, Washington

* For train fare, awardee must travel within a 200 miles radius from the conference location

NOTE: award DOES NOT cover membership fees, registration costs, ground transportation to/from the airport/train station, baggage fees, or travel itinerary change fees.

EligibilityApplicants must meet all three eligibility requirements:

Eligible levels (based on level at time of conference): o Undergraduates; including two-year community & tribal collegeso Postbaccalaureates; up to two years since degree conferredo Graduate students; including master and PhD programso Postdocs; up to three years since degree conferred

Profile : Create or update your SACNAS profile Membership : current SACNAS membership required

Application ProcessThe application will be available starting March 26, and applicants will have until April 29 to submit the application along with required documents. A complete travel scholarship application consists of the following:

Online application form 500-word statement of purpose Transcript document:must verify name, institution, discipline, and fall 2012 enrollment for undergrads and

grads.o For postbacs, transcript must verify name, institution, discipline, and date when degree was

completed.o Postdocs are required to submit a CV.

One letter of recommendation (except for postdoc applicants)Please refer to the following materials for detailed application instructions:

Step-by-Step Instructions & Required Supplemental Forms: for students (undergrad, postbacs & grad) and postdocs. Coming Soon

Award Allocation - Review CriteriaThe following applicants will receive priority consideration for an award; however, award allocation is not solely based on the criteria below but is also subject to application review and availability of discipline-specific funds.

1. First-time applicants with accepted research abstract2. First-time applicants without an research abstract 3. Returning applicants with accepted research abstract

NOTE: Applicants will be notified about their status 5-6 weeks after the deadline. Once notified, awardees will have 3 weeks to register for the SACNAS National Conference. Failure to register by the deadline stated in the notification email will result in travel award to be withdrawn.

More Information & SupportContact program manager Perla Miranda with questions or for assistance in preparing a travel scholarship application at (toll free) 877-SACNAS-1.