SHPE DC

Thanks to everyone who came out to our SHPE Happy Hour at Perch Putt! ⛳️💙 It was a busy day for our chapter between the LeaderSHPE Board Retreat and wrapping it up with a great evening socializing with our members.

If you haven’t already, be sure to join our WhatsApp community by clicking the link in our bio to stay up to date on upcoming events and opportunities!

Hola! 👋🏼 Join SHPE DC for a summer happy hour as we introduce our 2026-2027 LeaderSHPE Team!

Come meet our new leadership team, connect with fellow SHPE DC members, and learn more about the exciting initiatives planned for the year ahead.

📅 Sunday, July 26
🕝 2:30 PM
📍 The Perch – McLean, VA
🚗 Parking is available in the retail garage below Wegmans.

We look forward to seeing you there! 🍹

🚨 We’re Growing the LeaderSHPE Familia! 🚨

SHPE DC is continuing to build our 2026–2027 leadership team and we’re looking for two passionate members who want to make an impact in the DMV STEM community.

We are seeking leaders for:
📚 K-12 Outreach Chair
🎓 Collegiate Outreach Chair

These roles provide an opportunity to expand STEM outreach, build meaningful partnerships, and continue strengthening our SHPE Familia.

Applications close July 20 at 11:59 PM EDT. You can find our application in the link below and in our Linktree.

https://forms.gle/MgEgvruduNrmZfyL7

Join us in shaping the future of SHPE DC! 💙

🚀 Introducing the 2026–27 SHPE DC Leadership Team! 🚀

We’re excited to welcome the leaders who will help guide the next chapter of growth, impact, and community for SHPE DC 🎉

Please join us in welcoming and congratulating:

👤 President – Christian Newkirk
👤 Vice President – Matteo Gonzalez
👤 Treasurer – Andonny Garcia
👤 Secretary – Alexander Alvarez
👤 Communications Chair – Nicole Jimenez
👤 Student Outreach Representative – VACANT
👤 Community Engagement Chair – David Archuleta
👤 Operations & Technical Affairs Chair – Camila Urquidi

We’re looking forward to the energy, collaboration, and dedication this team will bring as we continue strengthening our community and expanding opportunities for our members and partners 🤝

Drop a 👏 in the comments to welcome the new board!

Introducing our new SHPE DC leadership team members!

A big welcome to our new Community Engagement Chair, David Archuleta Jr. and our Operations & Technical Affairs Chair, Camila Nunez Urquidi 🎉

We’re excited to have both of you stepping into these roles as we continue building momentum for SHPE DC. Your leadership, energy, and dedication will help strengthen our community connections and keep our operations running smoothly as we move into the 2026–27 term.

Let’s give them a warm welcome as they join the board and help shape the next chapter of SHPE DC growth, impact, and collaboration with our members and community partners! 🚀

Closing out the SHPE DC 2025–26 term in the best way possible with our Final SHPE DC Leadership Retreat and a well-earned K1 Speed Racing social with the new SHPE DC Board.

What a year it’s been—filled with growth, impact, and community. As we wrap up this chapter, we’re grateful for the leadership, collaboration, and dedication that helped strengthen SHPE DC and expand our reach alongside our members and community partners.

Now, it’s time to shift gears and look ahead. The 2026–27 term is a new opportunity to build on this momentum, continue empowering our members, and push the SHPE DC community even further.

Here’s to fresh beginnings, stronger connections, and another year of growth and impact ahead! 🚀

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 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 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.

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!