Students are hands-on with STEM themed ideas and have chances to win great prizes. The conference kicked off a day early for middle to high school students with an array of interactive STEM booths to explore. 19-21 in Spokane, Washington and 10 participants, ages 12-17, from the Soboba Tribal TANF arrived Oct. This year’s AISES conference was held Oct. The conference works towards achieving the AISES mission by providing students and professionals access to career pathways, professional and leadership development, research and networking that also meaningfully incorporates Indigenous culture into its signature event. Attendees include Indigenous high school and college students, educators, professionals, Tribal nations and Tribal enterprises, universities, corporations and government agencies. The annual American Indian Science and Engineering Society National Conference is a one-of-a-kind, three-day event focusing on educational, professional and workforce development.