Research Guides: Underrepresented Communities in STEM: Academic and Professional Support: Black, Indigenous, and People of Color in STEM

For more information, please email the student chapters.

National Society of Black Engineers
NSBE’s mission: "To increase the number of culturally responsible Black Engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community."
Stevens Chapter of National Society of Black Engineers
Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers
"SHPE changes lives by empowering the Hispanic community to realize its fullest potential and to impact the world through STEM awareness, access, support and development."
Stevens Chapter of Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers
Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers
"SASE is dedicated to the advancement of Asian heritage scientists and engineers in education and employment so that they can achieve their full career potential. In addition to professional development, SASE also encourages members to contribute to the enhancement of the communities in which they live."
Stevens Chapter of Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers

National Action Council for Minorities in Engineering
NACME "works to provide scholarships to minorities including, African American, American Indian and Latino graduates in STEM education and careers."

African-American Women in Technology
"African-American Women in Technology (AAWIT) is a group of networks for African-American women employed in or aspiring to gain employment in the in the field of Information Technology (IT)."
National Society of Black Engineers
NSBE’s mission: "To increase the number of culturally responsible Black Engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community."

Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers
"SASE is dedicated to the advancement of Asian heritage scientists and engineers in education and employment so that they can achieve their full career potential. In addition to professional development, SASE also encourages members to contribute to the enhancement of the communities in which they live."
Chinese Institute of Engineers – USA
"Founded in 1917, Chinese Institute of Engineers – USA (CIE-USA) is a non-profit professional organization of Chinese-American engineers, scientists and other professionals. The objectives of CIE-USA are to promote Science, Engineering, Technology and Mathematics (STEM) in all communities across United States and provide recognition to the APA professionals at the national level."

American Indian Science and Engineering Society
"The American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) is a national, nonprofit organization focused on substantially increasing the representation of American Indians, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, Pacific Islanders, First Nations and other indigenous peoples of North America in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) studies and careers."
Society for the Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science
"For the last 40+ years, we’ve been working to make sure that those most underrepresented in STEM have the support they need to attain advanced degrees, careers, and positions of leadership."

Latinos in Information Science and Technology Association
"Our organization’s mission is to empower Latino technological and scientific engagement, broaden awareness of the impact Latinos are currently having on these sectors, and concurrently representing their overall interest within the digital information age."
Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers
"SHPE changes lives by empowering the Hispanic community to realize its fullest potential and to impact the world through STEM awareness, access, support and development."
Society of Mexican American Engineers and Scientists - Latinos in Science and Engineering
"MAES is the foremost Latino organization for the development of STEM leaders in the academic, executive, and technical communities."
Latinas in STEM
"Latinas in STEM’s mission is to inspire students at the K-12 and college levels to pursue STEM educations and careers, and thrive as professionals."

Underrepresented Communities in STEM: Academic and Professional Support