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Meet The Team



President
Sofia Hoffman
Leads the largest Hispanic organization on campus with 90+ active members, manages an executive board of 16 directors, composes three National Reports highlighting chapter successes, and fosters a safe environment for Hispanics in STEM to grow personally and professionally.

External Vice President
Miranda Quezada
Acts as the main point of contact for sponsoring companies and developing relationships with industry partners.

Internal Vice President
Corey Ortiz
Supports and works with the internal connections within Penn State such as other organizations, speficic colleges involvement fairs, etc.

Treasurer
Pedro Gabriel
Handles and maintains SHPE’s financial records, reimburses members, supplies/buys food for events, orders polos for the Executive Board & National Conference, applies for funding/grants, works with Conference & Fundraising Directors, and authorizes club expenditures.

Secretary
Amalia Abreu
Coordinates logistics of meetings/events and maintains records to support the board and general body members.

Media Director
Emiliana Karduss
Manages all social media and webpage for SHPE, promotes events, and collaborates with every director on the board.

AEX Director
Allen Nunes
Oversees academic advancement of all SHPE members through activities such as study nights and study-a-thon.

Networking Director
Grace Bonnell
Facilitates the MentorSHPE program while staying connected with alumni and SHPE’s network.

Fundraising Director
Luis Quiroga
Plans fundraising strategies and resources for SHPE to invest within its various programs and operations allowing SHPE to accomplish its organizational mission.

Conference Director
Saul Stone
Coordinates and manages travel and lodging arrangements for designated members attending the annual National Conference.

International Director
Isabela Guerrero
Plans and executes professional, cultural, and social initiatives for international students within SHPE, fostering inclusion, professional development, and mentorship opportunities.

Outreach Director
Jadryan Peña
Connects members with community service and a variety of outreach opportunities catered towards giving back to the Penn State/Centre County and overall community.

SHPEtina Director
Camila Contreras
Empowers women in STEM by fostering professional growth, mentorship, and community.

Social Director
Kathleen Del Carmen
Organizes and leads engaging events that strengthen community, fosters collaboration with partner organizations, and creates spaces for professional and cultural connection.

Co Step-Up Director
Ariana Gonzalez
Plans and executes the Student Transition Engineering Program (STEP-UP) at University Park with the goal of delivering a supportive environment for incoming students.

Co Step-Up Director
Mariana Blanco
Plans and executes the Student Transition Engineering Program (STEP-UP) at University Park with the goal of delivering a supportive environment for incoming students.
