Sacnas at the University of Utah

02/14/2026

We are excited to invite you to join us on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, for Dr. Daniel Blanco-Melo’s Breakfast Meet & Greet, sponsored by SACNAS and the Microbial Pathogenesis Training Grant. Come and learn more about Dr. Blanco-Melo’s journey to science and his path to becoming a faculty member, all while enjoying a delicious breakfast!

02/14/2026

We invite you to join our upcoming event. This session will feature an interactive discussion on presenting your research effectively, developing a clear scientific narrative, and preparing strong presentations for PhD capstone and preliminary exams. All are welcome!! ✏️

02/04/2026

We’re excited to invite you to support our SACNAS student chapter through a fundraising event at Space Tea! 🧋📷 To make your purchase count toward the fundraiser, please mention SACNAS at checkout!! Please join us! 📷🧸

12/04/2025

You are warmly invited to our SACNAS Holiday Potluck Party. Come celebrate the holiday season together with great food, fun & cheer!🎁⛄🎄❄

Please RSVP with your potluck share item and the event address. Whether it’s an appetizer, main course, dessert, or drinks, your contribution will add to our delicious potluck feast.

08/23/2024

Hello U of U SACNAS Community and Friends!
Join us for a peer-led workshop series on successfully applying and preparing for the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship (NSF-GRFP). If you are considering submitting an application for this program either as an undergraduate or graduate student (masters & PhD), this event is an excellent way to get started and learn what makes for an effective submission. Hear from recent fellows from the U's Health Science Campus as they provide tips and answer your burning questions.
Please RSVP by scanning the QR code on the flyer or going to www.tinyurl.com/SACNASGRFP. We look forward to seeing you at the workshop series!

05/16/2024

The Academia Career Club and SACNAS invite YOU to join us for a pathway talk from Barbara Hug and breakfast ☕️🥯. Barbara will be discussing her journey through molecular genetics and transition to developing science curriculum. Please RSVP by scanning the QR code on the flyer!

05/16/2024

SACNAS formally invites YOU to join us for a Paint Night at the Golden Hour event. This de-stressing event will include different artwork options ranging from canvases, wooden cuts, and mandalas! We will be providing all the necessary painting supplies and light refreshments. Please RSVP by scanning the QR code on the flyer! 😇🎨

11/27/2023

You are warmly invited to our SACNAS Holiday Potluck and Ugly Sweater/White Elephant Gift Exchange Party! Come celebrate the holiday season together with great food, fun & cheer! Please RSVP with your potluck share item and for the event address. Whether it’s an appetizer, main course, dessert, or drinks, your contribution will add to our delicious potluck feast. Our hosts will be providing the main dishes, so please feel welcome to come even if you are unable to bring something to share.

Join us for our White Elephant Gift Exchange (optional). To participate, bring along a wrapped item valued at $10 or less and get ready to swap unexpected treasures and share plenty of laughs!

Don’t forget to embrace the holiday spirit by showcasing your most creatively ugly holiday attire! (optional but encouraged). Prizes await the most innovative and festive outfits.

Bring along a friend! Looking forward to seeing you there and celebrating the end of the year together.
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11/27/2023

Take a break from work and watch the movie Cool Runnings with us while enjoying cold refreshments and popcorn that will be provided!🍿🇯🇲 We ask that our attendees bring at least 1 non-perishable item that will be donated to the University food bank as the cost of admission! 🎟️🥫

10/30/2023