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What's Next? Deciding Which Path to Take
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Whether graduation is around the corner or in your rearview mirror, you may find yourself wondering what’s next. Some students know which path they are taking before they graduate. For others, the path isn’t as clear. The good news is that there are many different paths and no wrong answer, only the path that works for you. But how do you figure out which path to take? Here are a few ways to help you decide which path makes the most sense for you.
Define Your Passion
Deciding which path to follow can take some thought. First, spend time figuring out what you are passionate about. It may be fishing or fashion, sports or medicine. Think about what makes you happy, what you enjoy doing, and what you want to continue doing. Once you understand what motivates and engages you, you’ll have a better sense of where your path should lead. Regardless of what path you choose, it will excite you, because it allows you to pursue your passion.
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Infusing Tribal Knowledge in Science
Joe Peters completed Oregon State’s Master of Natural Resources program online to better inform his work as a Squaxin Island Tribe natural resources policy representative. In his course work, Joe and other Native students introduced native teachings that were respected and embraced by faculty and peers
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Avery Tilley, Cherokee Nation, is a junior at Michigan State University pursuing two BS degrees — one in fisheries and wildlife management and another in molecular genetics and genomics. He hopes to combine these focuses into a career in wildlife veterinary medicine, assisting tribes with wildlife conservation and animal health measures. Avery currently works on gray wolf health assessments with the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, a project funded by the AISES AASONA program. Currently, Tilley serves as the Region 6 Student Representative for AISES and enjoys connecting Indigenous college students with AISES opportunities.
What are the key factors to consider when deciding what path to take after college?
Three key factors really stand out to me when deciding what path to take after college. The first and foremost is passion. Am I excited about what my future holds if I go this route? Have I had experience in this field and know I want to spend the future working and focused in this area? Try and answer these questions for yourself to confirm that you are excited for this upcoming path.
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Indigenous Environmental Stewardship Graduate Degree
The Master of Tribal Resource and Environmental Stewardship (MTRES)
curriculum examines the economics of tribal resource management, sustainability, and tribal sovereignty. In this program designed for tribes, by tribes, you’ll explore the interrelationship of biological, physical, and cultural ecosystems through the lens of traditional tribal ecological knowledge.
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• We recruit a diverse workforce from multiple professional backgrounds.
• Our teams work to solve the most challenging issues for the nation.
• Our missions draw on a diversity of talents, thoughts, and experiences.
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As a member of WayNative…
“As a member of WayNative, I am inspired to share the stories behind my heritage and the challenges that impact my community. So few people understand our history and I can personally attest that the challenges we face aren’t things that happened one hundred years ago — they are still happening today.” — Cindy Woodson
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AISES Career Hub and Opportunities Board have free online job and career resource information.
At the Career Hub job seekers can scan jobs, upload a resume or explore career resources by industry, state or job function. The Opportunities Board is a centralized hub of information with opportunities like scholarships, internships, and more. You can get access to complete, verified, and updated information that can help you grow your skills and expertise. What are you waiting for?
Go to careers.aises.org or opportunities.aises.org.
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PRE-COLLEGE OPPORTUNITIES
MSU Denver is making tuition free for Indigenous students
Available for Indigenous students belonging to the 48 tribal nations with historical ties to Colorado. Apply today.
oSTEM Scholarship Program Apply by June 12
For the 2022 scholarship cycle, we have 15 Scholarships that members of the LGBTQ+ STEM community can apply for.
Women in STEM $1,000 Scholarship
Any city, any state. Applicants must currently be enrolled at a fully accredited university.
Soaring Eagles Program
LNL is proud to host the Soaring Eagles program to introduce middle school students (6th to 8th grade) to science and technology.
UCCS STEM Education Outreach
We work with middle and high school diverse, first generation, and military connected students. Our programming is intended to prepare students academically, socially, and emotionally for their postsecondary journeys.
Girls Who Code Clubs Program
Clubs are free, after-school programs for girls in grades 3–12 who want to join our sisterhood of supportive peers and role models using computer science to change the world.
View all opportunities.
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UNDERGRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES
MS degree program in Industrial & Systems Engineering with a specialization in Occupational Safety and Ergonomics
Traineeships that provide tuition support and a stipend are offered to a limited number of full‐time students.
Electrical Engineer-Robotics/Instrumentation
Acorn – Boston, Mass., and Newark, Calif.
NASA Orbital Alchemy Challenge
Apply by May 27. NASA seeks to inspire innovators of all ages, skills, and interests to consider how humanity can make use of materials recycled from orbiting spacecraft to explore the cosmos in a more sustainable and cost-effective way.
Actuarial Diversity Scholarship
Scholarships range from $1,000–$4,000.
NASA Offers $1 Million for Innovative Systems to Feed Tomorrow's Astronauts
Giving future explorers the technology to produce nutritious, tasty, and satisfying meals on long-duration space missions will give astronauts the energy required to uncover the great unknown.
View all opportunities.
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GRADUATE/POSTDOCTORAL OPPORTUNITIES
Chan Zuckerberg Initiative - Science Diversity Leadership Award
Apply by May 19.
Pathways to Science for Graduates
Programs and resources for prospective and current STEM graduate students, including funding opportunities and professional development programs and resources.
Geological Society of America (GSA) Science Communication Fellowship
Apply by May 31. This position is intended for writers aspiring to increase their knowledge and skill for communicating geoscience and its value to society.
From Genes to Behavior: Functional Genetic Tools in Diverse Organisms
Workshop takes place July 19. We will bring together functional geneticists developing novel genetic methods with biologists interested in diverse behavioral questions.
National Medal of Science Call for Nominations
Nominate by May 20.
View all opportunities.
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NATIVE NONPROFIT DAY 2022
Help us uplift Native-led nonprofits! Native Ways Federation (NWF) is launching the first Native Nonprofit Day on May 20, 2022. AISES is a proud member of the NWF. Join us and our partners in celebrating the powerful mission-driven, diversity-focused initiatives that are happening across our nation. Show your community some love by donating on May 20 – or any day — to a nonprofit of your choice.
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RESOURCES FOR AISES MEMBERS
Be sure to check in with an
AISES College Chapter as you consider your next steps. They can connect you with the other Native students and professionals who can help you find the resources you need to navigate life as you weigh your options after graduation.
Other helpful resources include:
ONLINE RESOURCES
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