Planning to attend #SHPE2026? This is your final chance to apply for travel sponsorship assistance. Don’t miss the opportunity to receive support and be part of SHPE’s largest event. Submit your application today and take one step closer to showing up and representing your community.

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Go behind the build with the team who created CRAM, the second-place winning solution in Microsoft's March 2026 Innovation Challenge. This query-to-insights analytics engine showcases innovation in action. Hear how the team brought their idea to life, tackled challenges, and turned data into impact through collaboration and creativity.

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SRP is recognizing SHPE member Brenda Hernández Cortazar for her outstanding volunteer work in the community. As founder of Ahwatukee Robotics, she’s expanding access to STEM through hands-on learning and mentorship for local students. Her impact reflects the power of SHPE members to create opportunities and inspire the next generation.

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University of Central Florida SHPE members put innovation to the test in a student-led autonomous vehicle race, building, coding, and competing under pressure. Despite last-minute challenges, their car delivered one of the fastest laps of the competition. Using resourceful, low-cost materials and nonstop teamwork, the team showcased resilience, creativity, and the ability to engineer solutions in real time.

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EntrepreneurSHPE Cafecito is back on May 13 at 7 PM ET. Join fellow founders, innovators, and aspiring entrepreneurs for real conversations, shared experiences, and community-driven growth. Hear from a featured founder, exchange ideas, and build meaningful connections in a space designed to support your journey.

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Know a parent who could use support navigating college prep? Share Equipando Padres Academy, a free virtual series designed for families of first-generation college students. Join us on May 14 from 5:30 - 7:30 PM ET for a hybrid, Spanish-language session, in partnership with the SHPE Detroit Professional Chapter. Help families access the tools and guidance needed to support their student’s path to college.

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Join the next Professional-at-Large Networking session on May 20 at 3 PM ET and connect with SHPE professionals across industries and career stages. This month features a member presentation by Aracely Calvillo, offering best practices for thriving at work. Engage in meaningful conversations, learn from peers, and build connections that support your growth, no matter where you are in your journey.

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CHAPTER LEADERS | Update your chapter contact information and submit your latest leadership roster to stay connected with SHPE National. Update >

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT | Continue your journey on May 6 at 7 PM ET with Part 2 of this professional career development series. Register >

SHPE GRADS NETWORKING | Join the Professional Networking & Event Etiquette workshop on May 12 at 6 PM ET to build confidence in professional spaces. Register >

MENTORSHPE | Capital One is partnering with SHPE to offer mentoring connections for sophomore and junior undergraduate students. Apply by May 15. Apply >

ABSTRACT SUBMISSIONS | You can apply to be a speaker at #SHPE2026. This is your chance to share your voice on a national stage. Apply by May 29.  Apply >

Ready, Set, Acción: Part 2 | May 6 | Register

#SHPE2026 Travel Sponsorship Assistance Deadline | May 6 | Apply

SHPE Boston Technical Fellowship Application Deadline | May 8 | Apply

RGLC: Professional Networking & Event Etiquette | May 12 | Register

EntrepenuerSHPE Cafecito | May 13 | Register

EPA: Support your Student into College | May 14 | Register

MentorSHPE with Capitol One Application Deadline | May 15 | Apply

EPA: Why College | May 20 | Register

Professionals At-Large Networking | May 20 | Register

Latinas in Tech Summit | May 21 | Register

EPA: Paying for College | May 23 | Register

#SHPE2026 Open Call for Speakers Deadline | May 29 | Submit

NILA 2026 CCLP | Virtual | June 12-14 | Learn more

NILA 2026 Presidents Summit | Houston, TX | August 6-8 | Learn More

National Convention 2026 | Indianapolis, IN | October 28 - 31 | Sign up for updates

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