SHPE Nation | October 22

Weekly News & Updates | October 22, 2025

PLEASE NOTE: SHPE Nation will return November 12 after the National Convention.

THERE'S STILL TIME TO JOIN US IN PHILADELPHIA NEXT WEEK

Philadelphia is just a quick train ride away from New York, DC, Baltimore, Boston and more! It's not too late to register and join us for one of the largest annual gatherings of STEM talent. Companies and colleges will be recruiting onsite. You just might find the next opportunity to turbo-charge your career!

BREAKING THE ODDS: FROM SBCC TO ENGINEERING SUCCESS

Daniel Gonzalez started at Santa Barbara City College after being told only one in three engineering students succeed. Undeterred, he leaned on grit, community support, and SHPE involvement to transfer to Cal Poly and establish a promising engineering career. His story is proof that resilience, mentorship, and opportunity can break stereotypes and defy expectations.

SHPETINA MAKING AN IMPACT IN GEOSPATIAL STEM

Congratulations to Sandra Flores-Castillo, recipient of the 2025 Emerging Professional Award for her outstanding contributions to the GIS community. A proud Latina in STEM, Sandra represents the power of mentorship, representation, and purpose-driven leadership. Sandra credits organizations like SHPE for inspiring her to grow, lead, and open doors for future Hispanic STEM professionals.

TURNING SCHOLARSHIP INTO STARTUP SUCCESS

Jonathan Kozlik, a junior at NJIT, is transforming his National Science Foundation S-STEM scholarship into entrepreneurial momentum. Jonathan co-founded Trainsafe, a startup focused on securing AI applications. His journey underscores the power of mentorship, representation, and community in shaping the next generation of tech innovators.

CREATOR SONIA CAMACHO FEATURED ON ABC NEWS IN OREGON

SHPE Creator Sonia Camacho turned her personal STEM journey into a mission. As a Computer Science Systems graduate now working at Nike, she uses social media to mentor Latino youth, share career tips, and demystify STEM paths. She shared her story recently on ABC news station KATU.

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FROM FIRST-GEN STUDENT TO FACULTY MENTOR

A first-generation college graduate turned associate professor of mechanical engineering at Cal Poly Pomona, Dr. Brian Ramirez mentors the next generation through research, teaching, and leadership as co-advisor for SHPE and ASME. His journey from student to faculty exemplifies what’s possible when passion, persistence, and representation come together.

EXPLORE NEW OPPORTUNITIES WITH PROSPANICA

The Prospanica National 2025 NSHMBA Virtual Conference & Career Expo is just around the corner — October 23–24, 2025 — and it’s completely FREE to attend! Students and professionals can connect with top employers, meet MBA program representatives, and explore new career opportunities from anywhere. Don’t miss this chance to expand your network and elevate your professional journey!

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UPLOAD YOUR RESUME | Take advantage of your free SHPE Career Center access—your next opportunity could be just a click away. Upload >

EQUIPANDO PADRES ACADEMY SERIES ( English & Spanish) | Join our sessions on Oct 22, Nov 12, and Nov 19, to learn how to navigate the college journey. Register >