History

About Us

The San Francisco Bay Area Society Hispanic Profesional Engineers (SHPE) Chapter was founded on June 14, 1983 with the mission to fulfill the goals of the SHPE organization by connecting with professionals, students, and the community. We strive to make a positive impact by serving as role models in many areas such as professional development and student outreach. With the help of our members and leaders we have found new and innovative ways to address the needs of our Hispanic community.

Mission

We are committed to providing professional, educational and cultural support in the community and promoting educational development programs that advance our members’ lives and careers.

Goals

  • Increase the number of Hispanics entering the fields of engineering, mathematics, physical and computer science, and other technical fields.
  • Provide a forum for and to encourage the exchange of technical information, professional development, and entrepreneurial opportunities.

What is SHPE?

For over 40 years, the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) has been changing lives by empowering the Hispanic community to realize its fullest potential and impact the world through STEM awareness, access, support, and development. SHPE’s network consists of over 11,000 members, 230+ chapters, and 100s of sponsor organizations across the U.S.

SHPE's Mission

SHPE changes lives by empowering the Hispanic community to realize its fullest potential and to impact the world through STEM awareness, access, support, and development.

SHPE's Vision

SHPE’s vision is a world where Hispanics are highly valued and influential as the leading innovators, scientists, mathematicians, and engineers.

Awards and Honors

  • 2020-2021
    • National Professional Chapter of the Year
    • Blue Chip Award
  • 2019-2020
    • Region 1 Professional Chapter of the Year
    • Blue Chip Award
  • 2018-2019
    • Region 1 Professional Chapter of the Year
    • Blue Chip Award
  • 2017-2018
    • Blue Chip Award
    • Outstanding Chapter Development
  • 2016-2017
    • Region 1 Professional Chapter of the Year
    • Blue Chip Award
  • 2015-2016
    • Region 1 Professional Chapter of the Year
    • Blue Chip Award
  • 2014-2015
    • National Large Chapter of the Year
    • Region 1 Professional Chapter of the Year
    • Blue Chip award
  • 2013-2014
    • National Large Chapter of the Year
    • Region 1 Professional Chapter of the Year
    • Blue Chip award
  • 2012-2013
    • Region 1 Professional Chapter of the Year
    • Blue Chip award
  • 2011-2012
    • Region 1 Professional Chapter of the Year
    • Blue Chip award

Chapter Bylaws and Constitution

SHPE SFBA has a set of laws in place that we follow as an organization to make sure that procedures are outlined explicitly. Read the SHPE SFBA Constitution for more information