Weekly News & Updates | June 23, 2021

GROWTH & FINANCIALS Earlier this month, we had our last Board Meeting of the fiscal year. And while we don’t have the final numbers just yet, we do know that SHPE was able to overcome the crisis and came out very solid financially. In fact, we weathered the storm of the pandemic better than we could have possibly hoped... Keep reading >

HOW TO SUCCEED AS A SHPE CHAPTER LEADER The 2021 National Institute for Leadership Advancement (NILA) offers a valuable opportunity for SHPE's volunteer leaders to acquire the skills and knowledge needed to be successful, certified chapter leaders. If you are a 2021-2022 chapter leader, register now and receive your SHPE swag box! Register > Sponsor NILA >

PLEASE UPDATE YOUR CHAPTER CONTACT INFORMATION Now that elections are over, please tell us who your new chapter leaders are and their contact information. Having this information ensures that we can make sure your chapter is kept informed of all SHPE activities in a timely manner. It's critical that we get this information from you before June 30, so thank you in advance for your help. Fill in your info >

WHAT DOES #WeAreSHPE MEAN TO YOU? Yes, we are all Hispanics in STEM. But many of us identify as so much more that. And no matter how you identify, we can guarantee you are not alone. If you're attending the National Convention and your identity includes LGBTQ, multiracial, a veteran, a person with a disability, or something else, we want to celebrate you, so you are seen, and others like you are also seen. Volunteer now to share what #WeAreSHPE means to you, because visibility matters! Join the campaign >

RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP BEFORE JUNE 30 If you haven't yet renewed your SHPE membership for the 2021-2022 year, there's no time like the present! We don't want you to miss even a minute of the benefits of being a part of the SHPE Familia. It only takes a few minutes to renew online. If you have questions or need help renewing, email membershp@shpe.org. Renew now >

LEADERSHIP PROGRAM DESIGNED FOR SHPE PROFESSIONALS "I now know how to effectively communicate the unique value I can bring to my organization." SHPE and the SMU-Cox Latino Leadership Initiative are excited to offer professional members an exclusive opportunity to complete the high-value and high impact SHPE/SMU-Cox’s Rising Latino Leaders Professional Development Certificate Program. Join us virtually August 30 - September 3. Space is limited! Register now >

STAR AWARD NOMINATION DEADLINE: JULY 15 The SHPE Technical Achievement and Recognition (STAR) Awards recognize those in STEM who are changing lives through their community outreach, work, and research. We encourage you to nominate those you feel represent the best in STEM and embody the SHPE vision. Nomination info >

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

2020-2021 Memberships Expire | June 30 | Renew now

STAR Award Nominations Due | July 15 | Nominate

NILA 2021 - Part 1 | All Chapter Leaders | Virtual | July 16-18 | Register

NILA 2021 - Part 2 | Chapter Presidents | Virtual | August 13-15 | Register

SMU-Cox Rising Latino Leaders Program | Virtual | Aug 30 - Sept 3 | Register

2021 National Convention | November 10-14 | Orlando, FL | Sign up to be notified

Please email marketing@shpe.org if you have an event to add to the calendar.

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