Tuesday, May 30, 2006

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.

Monday, May 15, 2006

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

Friday, May 12, 2006

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.

Tuesday, May 09, 2006

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

Monday, May 08, 2006

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

Friday, May 05, 2006

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!

Wednesday, May 03, 2006

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!