General MeetingSHPE LMU
General Meeting #1
A welcoming introduction to SHPE where students meet the board, learn about upcoming events, and get connected to opportunities that support their growth.
Meet the board • Upcoming events • Get involved
Our Impact.
See how SHPE LMU creates community, opportunity, and real impact for students in STEM
Our Events
Annual programs that create real momentum
SHPE LMU exists to make sure Hispanic students in STEM feel supported academically, prepared professionally, and connected to a community that pushes them forward. Our events are where that mission comes to life.
Each event is built around one goal: helping students grow. Whether you’re looking for community, career support, or ways to give back, there’s a place for you here.
SocialSHPE LMU
Latinx Beach Social / Bonfire
A community night by the beach to build friendships, celebrate culture, and connect with other students.
Community • Culture • Connection
Professional DevelopmentSHPE LMU
Resume Building Workshop
Hands on resume support and real feedback so members can apply confidently to internships, research roles, and jobs.
Resume feedback • Templates • Career prep
Professional DevelopmentSHPE LMU
LinkedIn Workshop
Build a stronger LinkedIn profile, learn networking best practices, and position yourself for opportunities.
Profile upgrades • Networking • Recruiter tips
SocialSHPE LMU
LMU x UCLA Social
A cross-campus social to connect with other SHPE members, share experiences, and build community beyond LMU.
Cross-campus • New friends • Familia
Professional DevelopmentSHPE LMU
Conference Prep Meeting
We prepped members for conference weekend on what to bring, how to approach the career fair, and how to maximize the experience.
Game plan • Career fair • What to expect
Professional DevelopmentSHPE LMU
Elevator Pitch Workshop
Practice your pitch, get feedback, and learn how to confidently share your story, interests, and goals in 30 seconds.
Confidence • Practice • Feedback
General MeetingSHPE LMU
Welcome Back Meeting — GM #2
Our second general meeting welcomed members back, recapped fall highlights, and previewed the exciting events ahead for the spring semester.
Spring kickoff • Updates • What's next
Guest SpeakersSHPE LMU
Blue Origin + Northrop Grumman Guest Speakers
LMU Engineers from Blue Origin and Northrop Grumman joined us to share their career journeys, talk about life in aerospace and defense, and answer questions from our members.
Aerospace • Defense • Career paths
SocialSHPE LMU
Kickback & Pool Party
A laid-back kickback to get closer at the start of the semester, connect with the SHPE familia, and just vibe together.
Vibes • Familia • Summer fun
Professional DevelopmentSHPE LMU
From Class to Internship
Where members shared how they got their roles, the process they went through, and what they do at their internships.
Internship tips • Resume • Real talk
OutreachSHPE LMU
Día de Ciencias
A STEM outreach event celebrating science and inspiring the next generation of young engineers and scientists through hands-on activities and mentorship.
STEM outreach • K–12 • Inspire
Professional DevelopmentSHPE LMU
Learning About Research
A session dedicated to demystifying undergraduate research — how to find opportunities, reach out to professors, and get involved in meaningful projects at LMU and beyond.
Research • Professors • Opportunities
Guest SpeakersSHPE LMU
Google Guest Speakers
Google engineers visited to share their experiences working at one of the world's leading tech companies, offering advice on breaking into big tech.
Big tech • Career advice • Google life
SocialSHPE LMU
LMU Engineering Bonfire
A bonfire night bringing together engineering students from across LMU to relax, connect, and build community outside the classroom.
Engineering community • Bonfire • Connection
SocialSHPE LMU
UCLA x LMU x USC Pool Party
Three campuses, one pool party. SHPE members from UCLA, LMU, and USC came together for a cross-campus social full of good vibes, new connections, and familia.
Three campuses • Pool party • Familia
Featured Events
Click “Read More” to see details + photos
Highlights
Achievements
2nd Place — Tech Startup Hackathon 2024
Sebastian Rocha (26') and Joanna Estrada (25') earned 2nd Place at Techstars Startup Weekend for their startup, AceTest.AI. In 54 hours, they pitched their idea, formed a team, and built a working prototype while receiving mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs. They presented their final product at Demo Day, where their execution and teamwork set them apart.
1st Place - BEST Bootcamp 2026
Marcia Aguirre Castro (26') earned 1st Place at the BEST Bootcamp, a one-week program focused on innovation and entrepreneurship. She collaborated with her team to develop a tech-based business solution and present it in the final competition. Her strong execution and presentation led her to secure the top prize..
1st Place - LMU Hacks 2026
Sebastian Rocha (26'), Diego Cuartos (26'), and Jesus Lopez (27') built CareCompanion, an AI-powered hospital patient assistant, at LMU Hacks 2026. Using Next.js and OpenAI, the platform enables patients to interact with their care team while allowing nurses to monitor chats and manage alerts in real time. The system includes clinical guardrails that escalate urgent messages to staff.
2nd Place - LMU Datathon 2026
Marcia Aguirre Castro (’26) participated in the LMU Datathon, a hands-on competition where students work in teams to solve real-world business and data challenges. Participants analyze datasets, build models, and present their insights to industry professionals. The event emphasizes collaboration, technical skills, and data-driven decision making, with top teams earning recognition and awards.
Want to be part of the impact?
Follow us for updates and reach out to get involved. Whether you’re new to SHPE or already part of the familia, there’s a place for you.