Dedicated to serving students and professionals

Welcome to the the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers Puget Sound Chapter, serving engineers, scientists, students, and professionals in Washington’s Puget Sound Region. Ours is a chapter that is dedicated to support students and professionals in the largest metropolitan area in the Pacific Northwest.

Mission

SHPE changes lives by empowering the Hispanic community to realize their fullest potential and impacts the world through STEM awareness, access, support and development.

Vision

SHPE’s vision is a world where Hispanics are highly valued and influential as the leading innovators, scientists, mathematicians and engineers.

History

The Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) was founded in Los Angeles, California, in 1974 by a group of engineers employed by the city of Los Angeles. Their objective was to form a national organization of professional engineers to serve as role models in the Hispanic community.
25.5 25.5 M
25+ Hispanic Population (US)
2.24 2.24 %
Hispanics in STEM
October 1, 2018
October 10, 2018

  • Mentorship Program Kickoff
    October 10, 2018  6:15 pm - 7:30 pm
    Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center, 3931 Brooklyn Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105, USA

  • Former President of UW SHPE

    SHPE is a wonderful organization that has provided me with great mentorship, friendships and professional support. I have been able to find a family within my professional life.
    Valerie Najera

  • SHPE Corporate Secretary

    Make an impact for our community alongside a great team - locally, nationally and even globally.
    Christian Sarmiento
  • Would you like to submit a short testimonial about the impact of SHPE in your life? Email us!
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Joe Martinez

President
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Andreína Vivas Thomas

Treasurer
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Christian Sarmiento

Corporate Secretary
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Leann Martins

Director of University Outreach
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Faraón Torres Lazos

Director of Governance
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