SHPE DC

SHPE DC SHPE changes lives by empowering the Hispanic community to realize it's fullest potential and to impact the world through STEM awareness and support.

https://linktr.ee/shpedc Our Corporate Partners:
WMATA
MITRE Corporation
Capital One
Freddie Mac

Our Community Partners:
SHPE USPTO
SHPE GMU
SHPE UMD
SHPE JHU
SHPE GWU
Prospanica DC
NSBE DC
NSBE Baltimore Washington
IISE National Capital Region
SWE Baltimore-Washington
Hispanic Bar Association DC
CHCI DC Alumni
Engineers Without Borders DC
CHSA
YPT DC

Thank you to everyone who came out to our final General Body Meeting at Astro Beer Hall last week! 🎉A special shoutout t...
06/02/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to our final General Body Meeting at Astro Beer Hall last week! 🎉

A special shoutout to Andonny Garcia for delivering an engaging presentation on Failing Forward. We had meaningful conversations about embracing setbacks, learning from challenges, and turning obstacles into opportunities for growth.

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this event such a great way to close out the semester. We look forward to seeing you at future SHPE events! 🚀

🚨 Applications are OPEN for SHPE DC’s leaderSHPE Team! 🚨Make an impact in the DMV and help lead initiatives that support...
06/02/2026

🚨 Applications are OPEN for SHPE DC’s leaderSHPE Team! 🚨

Make an impact in the DMV and help lead initiatives that support Hispanics in STEM.

📌 Open Positions:
• Community Engagement Chair
• Operations & Technical Affairs Chair

🗓️ Key Dates:
• June 15, 2026 (11:59 PM EDT) – Applications Close
• June 19, 2026 – Appointments Announced
• July 1, 2026 – Term Begins

Interested? Submit your application, professional headshot, and short bio through the link in our bio.

Questions? Contact:
• Praneel Kumar, President — ([email protected])
• Christian Newkirk, President-Elect — ([email protected])

🏁 Ready to race and connect with SHPE DC?Join us for an evening of go-kart racing and networking as we welcome the new S...
06/02/2026

🏁 Ready to race and connect with SHPE DC?

Join us for an evening of go-kart racing and networking as we welcome the new SHPE DC leadership team! Meet fellow professionals and students, make new connections, and learn what’s ahead for the chapter—all in a fun, high-energy setting.

📅 Saturday, June 13, 2027
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 K1 Speed Manassas (8300 Sudley Rd, Manassas, VA 20109 (Manassas Mall))

✨ What to Expect:
🏎️ Go-kart racing
🤝 Networking & social
👋 Meet the new SHPE DC Board

🎟️ Racer Ticket: $40 (all fees included)
⚠️ Only 15 racer spots available! If racer spots fill up, you’re still welcome to join us for the networking and social portion of the evening.

🔗 See link in bio or scan the QR code to register for tickets.

Come for the speed, stay for the conversations, and leave with new connections.

Join SHPE DC for an inspiring General Body Meeting featuring a special “Failing Forward” presentation by Andonny Garcia....
05/26/2026

Join SHPE DC for an inspiring General Body Meeting featuring a special “Failing Forward” presentation by Andonny Garcia.

Learn how setbacks can become opportunities for growth through resilience, adaptability, and perseverance. Whether you’re a student, early-career professional, or experienced engineer, you’ll leave with practical insights and motivation to navigate challenges with confidence.

📅 Friday, May 29, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Astro Beer Hall — 1306 G St NW, Washington, DC 20005

Agenda:
• 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM: Presentation
• 6:45 PM – 8:00 PM: Networking Social

Free to attend! There will be food, drinks, and games. Registration required!

Join our Escuelita! Equipando Padres Academy offers free, virtual workshops to empower parents. Attend all sessions or d...
05/18/2026

Join our Escuelita! Equipando Padres Academy offers free, virtual workshops to empower parents. Attend all sessions or drop in anytime! Don’t miss our next workshop, on Friday, May 22 from 4:00pm ET to 5:30pm ET, in collaboration with the SHPE DC Professional chapter, this session is packed with tips and tools to help your student pay for college. Let’s get your student college-ready—together!

See link in bio to register! 🔗

🚀✨ Welcome our 2026–2027 SHPE DC Professional Chapter Board Members! ✨🚀A new board awakens, a new journey—and like any g...
05/04/2026

🚀✨ Welcome our 2026–2027 SHPE DC Professional Chapter Board Members! ✨🚀

A new board awakens, a new journey—and like any great mission, it starts with bold leaders ready to make their mark. Your passion and dedication are the force that will drive our chapter forward.

This May 4th, we’re not just saying it—we’re building it: may the Force of innovation, community, and leadership be with you in every step you take. 🌌⚡

Here’s to leading with purpose and creating impact that’s truly out of this world.

Last weekend on April 24, SHPE DC visited NIST in Gaithersburg, MD 📸Grateful to the NIST team for hosting us and giving ...
04/28/2026

Last weekend on April 24, SHPE DC visited NIST in Gaithersburg, MD 📸

Grateful to the NIST team for hosting us and giving our group an inside look at the impactful work happening there. Experiences like this continue to inspire the next generation of STEM leaders.

More moments like this to come—stay tuned! 🚀

04/28/2026

Last weekend on April 24, SHPE DC had the privilege of touring NIST in Gaithersburg, MD!

We want to extend a sincere thank you to the NIST team for hosting us and providing such an insightful and engaging experience. It was an amazing opportunity to learn more about the impactful work happening there and to connect with professionals in the field.

Thank you as well to everyone who joined us—we’re grateful to be part of such a driven and curious community.

Stay tuned for more events ahead! 🚀

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McLean, VA
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