SHPE/NHBA/LUC Holiday Toy Drive!

Ok so remember LUC/NHBA/SHPE et. al. wanted to sponosor some families
for christmas! we've found some, two actually! One program is called
Say Yes to Education the other is Lighthouse. Both are look for toys
and clothes for their students and their families so what we're asking
from you guys is $5.00 or a new toy! hopefully the money that is donate
will be matched by SHPE to provide these families with something to
open on christmas/kwanzaa/hanukkah.

so tomorrow SHPE/NHBA/LUC will be having a holiday get together with
holiday cookies where you can drop off money or a new toy.

Bring $5, eat some cookies, hang out!
Ross Commons 302
6pm - 7pm

<3 shpe mngmt!

SHPE/NHBA/LUC Holiday Toy Drive!

Hi Y'all!
Ok so remember LUC/NHBA/SHPE et. al. wanted to sponosor some families for christmas! we've found some, two actually! One program is called Say Yes to Education the other is Lighthouse. Both are look for toys and clothes for their students and their families so what we're asking from you guys is $5.00 or a new toy! hopefully the money that is donate will be matched by SHPE to provide these families with something to open on christmas/kwanzaa/hanukkah.

so tomorrow SHPE/NHBA/LUC will be having a holiday get together with holiday cookies where you can drop off money or a new toy.

Bring $5, eat some cookies, hang out!
Ross Commons 302
6pm - 7pm

<3 shpe mngmt!

SHPE's National Conference Registration

Hey everyone!

Time again for NTCC (national technical career conference) registration. we have to get everyone in and done by dec. 1, 2006 so no delays guys. It's $250.00 plus whatever airfare is, there are options to help subsidize your travel plans. If you are at all interested reply to me at deb.karhson@gmail.com. you need to make sure to fill out national chapter registration online at shpe.org. once you've done that you have to fill out the paper application and pay.

i encourage everyone to go, its really fun (lots of socials), its going to be amazing when we win chapter of the year nationally, and its a good learning experience about interviewing (lots o jobs/coops available). so visit
http://oneshpe.shpe.org for more details and def. let deb know by Tuesday Nov. 28th.
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Latin Social Hour

That's right mi gente, SHPE, LUC (Latinos for a United Campus), and NHBA (National Hispanic Business Association) hosting the much an, anticipated Latin Social Hour.

Join these three prestigious non-greek Drexel Latino organizations as they host an hour of music, snacks and socializing. The conversation will be stimulating, the ambience will be inviting, but without you it won't be as great as it could be.

See you cats there...

When: Nov. 15, 2006 6pm - 7pm
Where: Ross Commons 302
What: Latin Social Hour with SHPE, LUC, and NHBA
Why: Cause you deserve nice things....

Resume Workshop Tonight (11-08-06)

SHPErs its that time again.

NTCC is around the corner, job interviews for Spring/Summer Co-op are going down; get your resume in ship-shape order so you can be impressive even when you're not there.

How to hide a not so high GPA
How to maximize your paper space
How to make sure you get the call back...

When: Nov. 8 2006 6pm - 7pm
Where: Ross Commons 302
Why: cause right now your resume isn't feeling well, trust me it called me on the phone yesterday and told me.
Who: Erica Hubbard from the SCDC(she's from Houston so you know she's smart) and Drexel SHPE

see you kids there!

"Aaack! I'm Graduating Now What?" Workshop

Vanguard, NSBE, AMP and SHPE are teaming up to provide you with advice, reassurance and sage wisdom about life after college.

Don't just wait for change after graduation, plan for it instead. Free food and unlimited answers to life's burning questions (now what?), we (SHPE, NSBE and AMP) hope to see you guys there!

When: Nov. 1, 2006 6pm -7:30pm
Where: Ross Commons Rm 302
What: What to do with life after college
Why: because i know you have no idea what your options are!
Who: SHPE, NSBE, Vanguard and AMP

<3 Drexel SHPE Management

LHM Closing Ceremony!

That's it guys, that's a wrap on LHM! I hope you had fun but before we go, SHPE is putting on one more event, the long awaited Closing Ceremony!

We're pulling out the and having a no holds barred amazing fiesta and you're invited!
So bring yourself, your friends, your mom, and your cousins too; eat, drink, dance and be merry with your resident SHPE famailia while we let them hear us take the month out!

See you kids there!

When: Nov. 3, 2006
WHEN: 6pm - 11pm
where: Van R Ballroom (34th and Powelton)
what: Latino Heritage Month Closing Ceremony
why: cause there's never a good excuse to pass up Authentic Mexican Food.

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Hispanic Scholarship Fund!

The Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) and Marathon Oil Corporation ScholarshipProgram a need based scholarship for up to $10,000 each year to HispanicAmerican, African American, Asian Pacific Islander American, or AmericanIndian/Alaskan Native heritage. Selected students can receive up to $10,000for two academic years for a possible total award of $20,000.

In addition, scholars are offered the opportunity to participate in a paid8-10 week summer internship at various Marathon Oil Corporation locations. Scholars are paired with Marathon Oil Corporation employee who will serve asprofessional mentors.

Eligible participants must:

* Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident of the United States with avalid Social Security Number at the time of application. All legal permanentresidents must submit a copy of their valid permanent resident card orpassport stamped I-551.

* Have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 on a 4.00scale.

* Be a sophomore majoring in chemical engineering, civil engineering,electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, petroleum engineering,geology, geophysics, accounting, marketing, global procurement or supplychain management, environmental health & safety, energy management orpetroleum land management, transportation & logistics and geotechnicalengineering.

* Be a senior planning to earn a Masters degree in geology or geophysics.

* Agree to participate in a possible paid summer internship opportunitywith Marathon Oil Corporation.

* Must apply for federal financial aid by completing the Free Applicationfor Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

To apply visit, http://www.hsf.net/scholarship/programs/marathon-oil.php todownload and print the application.

The application must be postmarked by November 1, 2006.

Chalk for Unity! - LHM Event

Let your voice be heard,

Today starting at 1pm Jose will lead a chalk for freedom muralization of Nesbitt hall. Help him demonstrate the strength and unity to be found in the Latino culture here on campus.

When: 1pm Oct. 16, 2006
Where: Nesbitt Chalk wall
Why: cause its latino heritage month!
Who: SHPE

"Raising Victor Vargas"

Buenos Dias Familia!

Tomorrow SHPE is screening the movie "Raising Victor Vargas" and everyone should totally come out and watch. We have light refreshments, great people and of course a fantastic viewing area. so please come out and celebrate Latino Heritage Month during this very special occassion.

When: Oct. 11, 2006
Where: Curtis 340 from 6pm to 8pm
Why: 'cause on the inside of us there is a tiny latino waiting to be exhaled...

ETCC 2006

Hey kiddos is there anyone out there who wants to go to ETCC? its $100 and its on Oct. 27th and Oct. 28th. let me know by phone (832 607 8950), by facebook, or by email (dsk32@drexel.edu) if you want to go. we have three open spots (you still gotta pay).

don't know what ETCC is? go to www.hetci.org to learn more about it. its SHPE's regional conference and its in Philly at the Marriott and its kinda neat, "mixers" (parties in disguise), career fairs, and workshops all for the low low price of $100.

you should totally go we're supposed to be up for chapter of the year for the region so it should be really good!

plus we're looking for one more person to be on the college bowl team. so let me know! thanks!

I am Latino!

Hello SHPErs!

Oct. 4th, 2006 SHPE will be hosting an open mike night outside in the great Philly atmosphere in the 6th floor of MacAlister (Faculty Dining Club). Bring your talent, your perspective on you as a Latino and share it with everyone. Tell them what it means to you to be Latino/Hispanic/Chicano/South American/Spanish whatever. Be brown and proud...

The return of SHPE - Fall Quarter 06/07

GGGOOOODDD MMMOORRRNNNIIINNNGGG SSSSHHHHPPPEEE!

that's right its the return of shpe to its all mighty and presitigous position as the best and the brightest org on Drexel campus! As we all know this is Latino Heritage Month and to start it off right we are having a Potluck! Now read the following pertinent information:

When: Oct. 2, 2006 7 PM
Where: Newman Center
Why: Latino Heritage Month Celebration
What: Free food, pay attention Geez!! Bring some food, chill with SHPE, learn about the other stuff going on this month and the fantastic conference places this month. Do it!

That's it for now SHPErs, see you guys at the Potluck!

SHPE Announcements

Monday May 29, 2006

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1. This Wednesday’s meeting: Panel Discussion

What: Panel Discussion, issues facing minorities in today’s society
When: Wednesday May 31, 6:00pm
Where: Crease Conference Room B

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2. End of the Year Dinner

What: Come out and celebrate the end of the year with SHPE.
When: Thursday, June 8 at 7pmWhere: Bassone Atrium
If you would like to attend the End of the Year Dinner, you must RSVP, post on the blog or email smr44@drexel.edu.

SHPE Announcements

SHPE Announcements
Monday May 15, 2006

1. Meeting Wednesday: Tapping into your Resources

What: Can’t find what your looking for online? Learn how to take advantage of all of the available resources and find what your looking for.
When: Wednesday May 17, 6:00pm
Where: Crease Conference Room B

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2. 2006 Latino Gala

Date: Friday, May 26, 2006 at 6:30pmLocation: Behrakis Grand Hall - Drexel UniversityPrice: Couples $25 Singles $15
Enjoy delicious Latin cuisine as well as student and professional performances!!! Formal Attire Requested

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3. Elections this Wednesday

Nominations for next year’s e-board will be taken during this Wednesday’s general body meeting. Elections will be held at the following meeting on May, 24.
The following positions are available: President, External Vice-President, Internal Vice-President, Treasurer, Secretary, and Public Relations. If you would like to nominate someone for a position, please email smr44@drexel.edu

Bragging Rights

So the SAFAC Funding list has come out and here are some interesting facts you should know:

SHPE recieved $8900.00 that covers mostly Gala, some for NTCC and ETCC, some for general ish we have to take care of.

SHPE was the 13th highest grossing organization

SHPE was one of three non althetic clubs of the 13 highest grossing clubs (beaten only by Formulae SAE and CAB)

thought you should know!

Good Job Mr. Cesar Limon you did right by SHPE.

9th Annual SHPE Latino Gala

2006 SHPE Latino Gala "Latino Hollywood"

For decades, Hollywood has been a symbol of beauty and accomplishment in the realm of entertainment. From Desi Arnaz to Selena Quintanilla, Latinos have had a constant and everlasting effect on the silver screen as well as on stage. This year’s gala will strive to recognize these “super-estrellas” (“super-stars”) as well as unite every Latino country by showcasing their claim to fame.
Come dine with us and enjoy performances by Drexel Student organizations including DU Bhangra, FISDU, SHPE Dance team, and more. Have your senses tantalized by authentic Hispanic cuisine catered by Victor’s Around the World and dance the night away to the rhythmic beats of Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, and more, provided by DJ Big Moi. Come prepared for the red carpet in semi-formal attire. The paparazzi will await your arrival.

Friday, May 26, 2006
6:30 PM-1:00 AM
Behrakis Grand Hall, Drexel University

Single:$15

Couple:$25

EBoard Positions

With elections coming up we will make short summaries of what each position's responsibilities are. If you want to nominate anyone or yourself for any position e-mail Stephanie at smr44@drexel.edu. Enjoy!

President (must have served on Eboard for one year prior to election)
• Figure Head of the chapter, Face of SHPE
• Network with ALL contacts
• Run the EBoard, maintain checks and balances on what is going on, backup EBoard members when needed
• Coordinate the completion of the End Of Year Report
• Maintain strong relationship with chapter’s Advisor
• Lead Transition from one EBoard to the next (with incoming President)
• Event: Pre-College
• Resolve conflicts on the EBoard and within the chapter
• Responsibility for SHPE Jr
• Overall responsibility to make sure SAFAC requirements are met by EBoard
• President must have excellent organization and be able to keep the chapter following the goals set out
• Everything the President does is seen as SHPE doing
• Make sure the chapter runs smoothly
• Teach future EBoard to be passionate about SHPE
• Pass on the legacy of Drexel SHPE
• Care about the people in SHPE – help them personally as well as professionally
• Break the barriers of cliques within the chapter
• Move things forward despite anything getting “personal”
• The EBoard is like Voltron – the President is the head – it will only work if the President keeps things together and moving


Treasurer

The treasurer’s foremost responsibility is to keep an up to date budget for both accounts and to complete the allocation request form during spring term. The treasurer must keep him/herself informed of any purchases for events in order to update the budget. Before any other member spends money for any event, the treasurer must see that the event follows the budget for the year. They must keep all receipts of all catering, setup fees, etc in order to use as documentation for next year’s budget. As another eboard member they are also responsible for planning and running at least 1-2 meetings per term, making sure the general body is satisfied with events and activities and making sure everyone is focused and motivated.

Public Relations Chair

The Public Relations Chair holds one of the greatest and most intensive reponsibilities, making SHPE known on campus. PR chair must assume the position of chief freshman recruiter, and is also reponsible for all advertising done on campus whether it be through flyers, chalking, posts on the daily digest, instant messages, phone calls, etc. PR chair's first objective is to increase the number of SHPE members and maintain current ones. As stated under treasurer, any eboard member must also run at least 1-2 meetings per term. PR is a versatile position that works with all other eboard members to promote their events. Finally, PR is responsible for a charity event to be held during spring term.

External Vice President

The primary responsibilities of External VP include the following:
*Develop and maintain corporate partnerships and sponsorships
*Raise funds for the chapter on a corporate level
*Major Event – Company Showcase
*Continue relations with companies beyond SHPE events – work hard to build up the relationship and follow-up
*Send out Quarterly Newsletter to companies and Alumni
*Coordinate with Treasurer on Fundraising
*Lead team for corporate sponsorship recruiting at Conferences

Internal Vice President

The Internal Vice President is responsible for maintaining a healthy, working relationship with members of the organization as well as key contacts within the Drexel Community and members of other student organizations. This is one position where it is imperative to "reach out" and develop a constant correspondence with organizations and individuals in SHPE's network. The Internal Vice President is responsible for planning and executing the Latino Heritage Month Closing Ceremony, one of SHPE's most beloved events. Planning should begin in the summer term and execution takes place in fall term. The IVP should form a committee of general body members to assist with LHM. These events can be experience building for members, but also gives the IVP a sense of ownership of an event and of SHPE. The IVP is also responsible for co-coordination of the annual Alumni Dinner. He/she must always be available for any questions or concerns the general body may have and be approachable and friendly. Another main responsibilty of the Internal Vice President (that is shared by all other positions) is Freshman recruitment and retainment, always being sure to make new members feel welcome and reach out to prospective members throughout Drexel's campus.

SECRETARY

* Maintain Membership List
* Register Members with SHPE National
* Register Membership with National office and for Conferences
* Create General Meeting Agendas
* Send out weekly announcement and reminder emails to the SHPE listserv
* Take minutes of meetings and post on DU SHPE website
* Update term calendars on DU SHPE website
* Update blog with the announcements
* Co-coordinator of the annual Alumni Dinner
* Maintain current alumni contact list - should communicate events and general information to the alumni

SHPE Announcements May 7, 2006

1. Meeting Wednesday: How and Why to Become Professionally Certified

What: How and Why to Become Professionally Certified. When can I take the FE, PE, or MCATS? What’s on the test? How will taking it benefit me? All of these questions will be answered on Wednesday. Learn how to expand your career opportunities.
When: Wednesday May 10, 6:00pm
Where: Crease Conference Room B

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2. 2006 Latino Gala

Date: Friday, May 26, 2006 at 6:30pm
Location: Behrakis Grand Hall - Drexel University
Price: Couples $25
Singles $15
For decades, Hollywood has been a symbol of beauty and accomplishment in the realm of entertainment. From Desi Arnaz to Selena Quintanilla, Latinos have had a constant and everlasting effect on the silver screen as well as on stage. This year's gala, themed "Latino Hollywood," will strive to recognize these "super-estrellas" ("super-stars") as well as unite every Latino country by showcasing their claim to fame.

Enjoy delicious Latin cuisine as well as student and professional performances!!!
Formal Attire Requested

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3. Elections this Wednesday

Elections for next year’s e-board will be held during this Wednesday’s general body meeting. The following positions are available: President, External Vice-President, Internal Vice-President, Treasurer, Secretary, and Public Relations. If you are interested in running please come prepared with your platform. If you would like to nominate someone for a position, please email smr44@drexel.edu

Saturday at the Museum!

Tomorrow, Saturday May 5th, SHPE is walking over to the Philadelphia Museum of Art for some quality FREE entertainment sponsored by philadelphia's Latino organizations. Attractions will include a tour of the museum, performances by a spanish flamenco group, and face painting (among other things) provided by Taller Puertorriqueno.

We will all be leaving as a group from North Hall at 12:30. Be there! If you need more information please contact Carlos at 610.246.3439. Hope to see you there!

Also, take a look at the post below on the upcoming Silent Auction, to see how you can participate!

Silent Auction Fundraiser DATABASE

OK shpers! As many of you already know, this year SHPE is holding a Silent Auction at the Latino Gala (May 26.) The aim of this fundraiser is to garner funds for an official SHPE scholarship, which will be doled out to a shpe member who demonstrates merit, financial need, and dedication to community service. We are asking businesses around the area to contribute anything and everything (gift cards, products, money, etc) to auction off at this year's Gala. The key to make this a successful event is to gather as many products as we can, so help out! I, Carlos, will be giving out sponsorhip packets at every GB meeting before the GALA. If you require them before the meetings just contact me at cb662@drexel.edu or 610.246.3439, I would be more than happy to provide them.

Please post on here whatever stores you have visited. This is so there will be no overlap. As of now the following stores have been visited.

1) Cosi
2) Cereality
3) Bubble House
4) Mad Mex (feel free to go to this place, I did not have the chance to speak to their general manager.)
5) The Bridge
6) Bubble House
7) Douglas (feel free to go to this place, the GM seemed apathetic, more pressure should help cure this ailment!)

Lets make this list grow! Thanks everyone!

Alumni Dinner

Hear Ye, Hear Ye! Calling all oldheads and alumni, your presence is required at the Alumni Dinner on Saturday April 29, 2006. We (and by we i mean you will pay) will wine and dine you, make you laugh and scream, and cause much embarrassment by bringing up old events that you thought everyone forgot about.

We request that you bring any friends, family or people you just like to dance with (that'll be happening later in the night) so that they can booze with you, schmooze with you and generally make you look like you did something good with life. Also old pictures, stories and funny anecdotes are required for entrance into the Alumni Hall of Fame!

RSVP: to Kelly Lopez or Stephanie Rafter

Name: SHPE 2006 Alumni Dinner
Tagline: Come eat great food and have an even better time...
Host: Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers
Type: Party - Dinner PartyStart
Time: Saturday, April 29, 2006 at 6:00pm
End Time: Sunday, April 30, 2006 at 5:00am
Venue: Cuba Libre Restaurant and Rum Bar
Street: 10 S. 2nd Street (map)
City: Philadelphia, PA

Announcements 4.17.06

1. Meeting Wednesday: Test Taking/Time Management Skills Workshop

What: Just in time for midterms learn how to optimize your study time.
When: Wednesday April 19, 6:00pm
Where: Crease Conference Room B

2. Body Worlds Exhibit

What: The Body Worlds Exhibit is an exploration through the human body. The exhibition features more than 200 authentic human specimens, including entire bodies, individual organs and transparent body slices that have been preserved.
Tickets are $13.When: Thursday April 20Where: We will be meeting outside of Myers at 6:15
*** IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO GO YOU MUST RSVP BY 5PM ON TUESDAY TO RESERVE YOUR TICKET.***

3. Tutor Session: tDEC Computer Skills

What: Having trouble with tDEC computer classes? Come to the tutor session for help with Maple, Lab View, Java, and AutoCAD.
When: Tuesday April 18 6pmWhere: Hill Conference Room

National Day for Immigrant Justice

where were you?

un pueblo unido jamas sera vencido...

Sakura Sunday!

Philadelphia's cherry blossom festival is going on right now! There is Japanese art, dance, martial arts demonstrations, ikebana flower arrangements, origami, kite-making workshops, and Japanese food. It's that time of year when SHPE gets cultured! so join Jose this Sunday 12-3pm, and do something out of the ordinary. BTW, it's FREE!

If you would like to go please meet Jose at Creese Lobby this Sunday at 12 noon. For more details contact carlos at cb662@drexel.edu. Don't just think about it, GO!

Things you should know!

A: FIRST SPRING TERM MEETING!!!
we have a packed calendar this term kids, so here's the deal. The first meeting will have foodio, and give you some hot inside information about some amazing places to go and see when summer term rolls around. And it will increase your knowledge of the mother countries (Latin America)

B: Scholarship, Internship/Job Opportunity Website
There's a new scholarship/job/internship website that funnels all the info Eboard gets about various opportunities straight to you, the SHPE member. So check it out and sign up for some really neat opportunities. DU SHPE Scholarship/Internship website

C: Volunteering

Sign up and walk with us for the Walk Against Hunger on April 8th. Want more info see posts below.

D: Activism
Protesting is fun! Immigrants Rights Rally April 10th in Love Park from Noon until 2:00 PM.
Immigrant rights supporters in Philly will join nine other cities on April 10th to oppose anti-immigrant enforcement-only proposals like Sensenbrenner-King (HR 4437). Click on the HR 4437 if you don't know what it is and educate yourself. Remember, if you don't stand for something, you'll fall for anything.

E: Learning and Winning is Fun!
ASME is putting on a Young Engineers Forum Saturday, April 8 at 9:00am to 7:30pm in Bossone Research Enterprise Center.
Special Guest:
George Binns (Keynote) – Amtrak, Jill Anderson – ConED, Miguel Cortez – Johnson & Johnson

Apprentice Challenge is an engineering design competition involving business concepts inspired by the show “The Apprentice.” During the YEF morning Sign-In, volunteer teams of 4-5 will receive a current, real-life problem to solve. The task is to offer a solution, market it, and sell it. During dinner, the teams will present their findings to judges who will determine the winners. The winning team will receive CA$H and/or PRIZES!

Potential Co-op/Employment Contacts!Polish your Resume at our workshop!Hear & Learn from Success Stories – first hand! Expand your Network!

Visit for More Info: www.mem.drexel.edu/asme/YEF.htm
RSVP Online: http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=104258

Company Showcase Pictures

Thank you to everyone who helped make this event such a success! We had recruiters from 13 companies and about 65 non-shpers attend! Good job everyone!

SHPE Alumni, Iliana Limon preparing the students for the showcase.

Students Line up to have their resumes reviewed

Another SHPE Alumni, Moises Young representing DMJM Harris

Representatives from Unisys and Conti Group take resumes

Thank you to our biggest sponsor Johnson & Johnson for their help with the showcase

Your NEW AND IMPROVED Drexel SHPE Eboard

From left to right: Cesar Limon (Treasurer), Jose Serpas (External VP), Debra Karhson (President), Christopher Maldonado (PR Chair), Kelly Lopez (Internal VP), and Carlos Bahamondes (PR Chair). Not pictured is Stephanie Rafter (Administrative Assistant).

Company Showcase

Looking for a job? co-op? Bring your resumes to SHPE's Company Showcase Thursday March 9th 6:00pm in the Bossone Auditorium. Food will be served and a $150 giveaway will take place during the networking social.
Guest Speaker, Iliana Limon will be giving a presentation on Hispanics at the professional level. The attire for this event is business casual and don’t forget to research the companies and bring your resumes!
The companies include:
Pennoni Associates
DMJM Harris
Unisys
Aramark
Johnson & Johnson
Merck
DuPont
Wyeth
Lockheed
Accenture
and more...

Just a few notes

Conferences:
If you're going to RLC next weekend you NEED to send your resumes to: RLCresumes@gmail.com by Friday March 3, 2006.

Community Service:
We all know Latinos eat a lot so to offset how incredibly gluttonus you are you should probably participate in this: Walk Against Hunger its on Saturday April 8th, 2006. Join the SHPE team and we'll do it together! Leave your contact info in the comment box or drop Deb an email.

Upcoming Meeting:
Company Showcase is on March 9th, 2006. We have 16 major industry companies in Engineering and Business coming so it'd be in your best interest to bring a resume and schmooze your way into a cushy job! Check it out in the Bossone Atrium at 6 PM. Still want more info get in touch with Jose Serpas.

Thank You's:
A great big SHPE welcome to everyone who came out and volunteered for the Pre College Engineering Workshop (PCEW) on Feb. 25, 2006. It was AMAZING! The kids had a great time and now they all want to be engineers at Drexel University.

Special thanks to:
Charles Williams from NOBeCChE
James Bryant from NSBE (works for Sprint - Nextel) (Phila Alumni Extension)
Kaplan for the donation of a free class (valued at $900.00)
La Casa Latina (Ann for the school supply back packs)
Dr. Mun Choi, Mr. Philip Poczik, Mrs. Toni Torres for speaking to the students
SHPE GPC and SHPE Alumni Extravaganza (Tre Gonzalez especially for the computers)
Luly Rodriguez (for the Kaplan SAT prep books)
my DU and Penn SHPErs (Thanks Chrissy, Lizzie and Ysenia)

and most of all Jose Serpas and Cesar Limon for doing all the grunt work that made this happen.

I know all the students are eagerly awaiting our next adventure!

We all started as immigrants...

Fight for something or fall for anything...

DU SHPE what do you think? Shall we join the cause? Shall we fight for those with no voice, no choice and no other recourse?

Read about and respond: Un dia sin

SHPE Announcements 1.29.05

1. SHPE Social: Movie Night!!

What: Come have fun as we go to the Movies.Join us as we go to Franklin Mills to watch Hoodwinked at 7:45. We need drivers if possible. If we don't get enough drivers, we will be watching Last Holiday at the Bridge at 7:10.Please respond by noon on Tuesday if you would like to go and if you can drive. The more the merrier.
When: Tuesday January 31, meet in front of Crease at 6:45

2. Next Meeting: Chilean Art

What: We will be making authentic Chilean Art. Please bring $2 to cover the cost of the supplies.
When: Wednesday February 1, 6:30pm
Where: Conference Room B, Basement of Crease

3. Community Service with UPenn SHPE

Every OTHER Saturday SHPE at UPenn will be doing community service in North Philly starting Feb 4th. Centro Nueva Creacion is a youth center that hosts a Saturday morning program for the kids (mostly puertorican) in the neighborhood from 11am to 2pm. We play sports with them, do crafts, sometimes cook, and they always have lunch for the kids and volunteers (PB&J throwback style). We will be getting a van from the school to drive out there.. so you don’t even have to pay for transportation! Please RSVP to nvargas@seas.upenn.edu if you would like to help out on Feb 4th.

4. UPenn SHPE meeting

UPenn SHPE's next general body meeting (Mon, Feb 13th 8pm) will be held at STRIKES BOWLING LOUNGE (btwn 40th and 41st on Locust)! Everyone who attends the meeting will get free bowling and free shoe rental after the meeting.We would love to have some Drexel SHPE-ers at our meeting. If any of Drexels members plan on attending, please email Natalie nvargas@seas.upenn.edu to RSVP (space is limited)

Moi's Discussion Question:

Do you think that people in this country should be obligated to learn the English language?

Answer in the comments section and we'll post them up on the actual blog page.

Thanks Moi!

-Management

300th American will be Latino

" 'The 300 millionth will be a Mexican Latino in Los Angeles County, with parents who speak Spanish at home and with siblings who are bilingual,' said William Frey, a demographer with the University of Michigan Population Studies Center."

300th American article in the Times

January 18th: SHPE's Big One

EAT ME!! WIN ME!!!

SHPE is throwing this huge "hi! how are you? JOIN US!" party with incredible useful ish being given away. you know stuff like pencils, paper, Ipods, home theatre systems, FOOD , the kitchen sink etc. We totally want to sucker other people into SHPE and we figure free food and prizes are the best way to go. BUT no man is an island right?! right! Carlos and Chris need the SHPErs to help spread the word.

why you may ask yourself?! i'll tell you! because the more members we have, the more money we get, the better our events are, the more companies want to see you, the more job offers you solcit! see its all connected kid! plus let's face it, we SHPErs know we're the cool kids, we gots to let the other people on campus in on the secret!

The PR chairs need bodies to help them post flyers, grafitti tag the buildings and sidewalks, giveout handbills, and general just cause mayhem with the advertising for this event.

what's that i hear?! sign you up you say?! FANTASTICO!!!
call Carlos the advertising sith at: 610 246 3439, or
hit him up on the email tip at: cb662@drexel.edu

DO IT! DO IT NOW!
Thanks kids!


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