The purpose of this society was to significantly increase the number of American Indian scientists and engineers and to develop leaders within the Indian community. We started with seven participants and no assets. The founders vowed to work a lifetime to achieve parity - a goal of about 10,000 American Indian scientists and engineers. A new kind of warrior is being trained. Emphasis is placed on the realization of a balanced life, balanced in appreciation and knowledge of their culture and their spirituality.
Emphasis is placed on the family and community building.
Students are taught by example to pray, to be thankful and have respect for their elders. The spirit is so strong that it is spreading throughout lndian country, into other Indian organizations as well. Perhaps the spirit will spread to society as a whole. Although we are dealing with a great diversity in the Native American community, I find common ground, a change in our attitude as indigenous peoples of North America. We are gaining a world view of ourselves as native peoples.