{"id":10,"date":"2023-02-10T19:09:03","date_gmt":"2023-02-10T19:09:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/studentorgs.syr.edu\/shpe\/?page_id=10"},"modified":"2026-03-11T18:55:11","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T18:55:11","slug":"meet-the-team","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/studentorgs.syr.edu\/shpe\/meet-the-team\/","title":{"rendered":"Meet the Team"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>\/* one staff member card per row *\/\r\n.staff-member-listing{\r\n  display: flex;\r\n  flex-direction: column;\r\n  gap: 2rem;\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\/* each card *\/\r\n.staff-member-listing .staff-member{\r\n  display: flex;\r\n  align-items: flex-start;\r\n  gap: 1.5rem;\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\/* photo *\/\r\n.staff-member-listing .staff-member-photo{\r\n  flex: 0 0 180px;\r\n  max-width: 30% !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.staff-member-listing .staff-member-photo img,\r\n.staff-member-listing img.staff-member-photo,\r\n.staff-member-listing img{\r\n  display: block;\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  height: auto;\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n  float: none !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\/* text *\/\r\n.staff-member-listing .staff-member-info{\r\n  flex: 1 1 auto;\r\n  min-width: 0;\r\n}<\/style><div class=\"staff-member-listing \"><div class=\"staff-member even staff-grid\">\r\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"staff-member-photo\" src=\"https:\/\/studentorgs.syr.edu\/shpe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2025\/09\/Copy-of-Copy-of-Steven-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"Steven Perez : President\">\r\n    <div class=\"staff-member-info-wrap\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"staff-member-name\">Steven Perez<\/h3>\r\n        <h4 class=\"staff-member-position\">President<\/h4>\r\n        <div class=\"staff-member-bio\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Major: Civil Engineering<\/li>\n<li>Year: Junior<\/li>\n<li>Hometown: Brooklyn, NY<\/li>\n<li>Ethnicity: Mexican<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Why did you join SHPE: SHPE has always been a second family to me ever sense freshman year when I first joined as Freshmen representative. I wanted to return on E-Board because it is important to me to continue my strong relationship with SHPE by contributing and collaborating with other members. As I work my way up in the organization, I have a stronger desire to elevate those with similar goals and cultures as me.<\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n        \r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div> <!-- Close staff-member --><div class=\"staff-member odd staff-grid\">\r\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"staff-member-photo\" src=\"https:\/\/studentorgs.syr.edu\/shpe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2025\/09\/Gianmarco-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Gianmarco Pretto : Vice President\">\r\n    <div class=\"staff-member-info-wrap\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"staff-member-name\">Gianmarco Pretto<\/h3>\r\n        <h4 class=\"staff-member-position\">Vice President<\/h4>\r\n        <div class=\"staff-member-bio\"><ul>\n<li>Major: Computer Science<\/li>\n<li>Year: Sophomore<\/li>\n<li>Hometown: Miami, Florida<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Why did you join SHPE: I joined SHPE because I wanted to find a community of people who share similar experiences and goals. It\u2019s been amazing to connect with others who understand my culture and values. I\u2019m excited to give back and help the organization grow, just as it\u2019s helped me feel supported and connected.<\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n        \r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div> <!-- Close staff-member --><div class=\"staff-member even staff-grid\">\r\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"staff-member-photo\" src=\"https:\/\/studentorgs.syr.edu\/shpe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2025\/09\/Chris-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Christopher Prestia : Secretary\">\r\n    <div class=\"staff-member-info-wrap\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"staff-member-name\">Christopher Prestia<\/h3>\r\n        <h4 class=\"staff-member-position\">Secretary<\/h4>\r\n        <div class=\"staff-member-bio\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Major: Aerospace Engineering<\/li>\n<li>Year: Graduate<\/li>\n<li>Hometown: Yonkers, NY<\/li>\n<li>Ethnicity: Colombian, Italian, and British<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Why did I join SHPE: I want to contribute more to an organization that promotes STEM to a population that doesn\u2019t receive as much representation in STEM-related industries and simultaneously, surround myself with people of a similar background and work ethic.<\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n        \r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div> <!-- Close staff-member --><div class=\"staff-member odd staff-grid\">\r\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"staff-member-photo\" src=\"https:\/\/studentorgs.syr.edu\/shpe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2025\/09\/Hernan-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Hernan Quinde : Co-Treasurer\">\r\n    <div class=\"staff-member-info-wrap\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"staff-member-name\">Hernan Quinde<\/h3>\r\n        <h4 class=\"staff-member-position\">Co-Treasurer<\/h4>\r\n        <div class=\"staff-member-bio\"><ul>\n<li>Major: Computer Science<\/li>\n<li>Year: Junior<\/li>\n<li>Hometown: Westchester, NY<\/li>\n<li>Ethnicity: Ecuadorian<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>Why did you join SHPE: I joined SHPE because I wanted to be around people who have similar goals while also sharing similar cultures. In addition, I was introduced to SHPE by a friend and felt welcomed, appreciated and motivated to help elevate those around me, especially underrepresented communities similar to ours.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Why did you join SHPE: I joined SHPE because I wanted to be around people who have similar goals while also sharing similar cultures. In addition, I was introduced to SHPE by a friend and felt welcomed, appreciated and motivated to help elevate those around me, especially underrepresented communities similar to ours.<\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n        \r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div> <!-- Close staff-member --><div class=\"staff-member even staff-grid\">\r\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"staff-member-photo\" src=\"https:\/\/studentorgs.syr.edu\/shpe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2025\/09\/Andy-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Andy Rivera : Co-Treasurer\">\r\n    <div class=\"staff-member-info-wrap\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"staff-member-name\">Andy Rivera<\/h3>\r\n        <h4 class=\"staff-member-position\">Co-Treasurer<\/h4>\r\n        <div class=\"staff-member-bio\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Major: Computer Science<\/li>\n<li>Year: Sophomore<\/li>\n<li>Hometown: Glen Cove, NY<\/li>\n<li>Ethnicity: Ecuadorian<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Why I joined SHPE: I wanted to be surrounded by latinos, and meet upperclassmen who can give me advice and pointers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n        \r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div> <!-- Close staff-member --><div class=\"staff-member odd staff-grid\">\r\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"staff-member-photo\" src=\"https:\/\/studentorgs.syr.edu\/shpe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2025\/09\/Alex-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Alex Illescas : Communications Coordinator\">\r\n    <div class=\"staff-member-info-wrap\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"staff-member-name\">Alex Illescas<\/h3>\r\n        <h4 class=\"staff-member-position\">Communications Coordinator<\/h4>\r\n        <div class=\"staff-member-bio\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Major: Mechanical Engineering<\/li>\n<li>Year: Sophomore<\/li>\n<li>Hometown: Ossining, NY<\/li>\n<li>Ethnicity: Ecuadorian<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Why did you join SHPE: I joined SHPE because as a freshman I wanted to find a home away from home with individuals from the same cultural background, and who are majoring in engineering. I knew I wanted to be surrounded by hard working people, develop professionally and as an individual. Since I joined SHPE everyone has been very welcoming and has helped me adjust here at Syracuse. By far my best decision since arriving here at Syracuse.<\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n        \r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div> <!-- Close staff-member --><div class=\"staff-member even staff-grid\">\r\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"staff-member-photo\" src=\"https:\/\/studentorgs.syr.edu\/shpe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2025\/09\/IMG_3036-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Jesus Coatl : Communications Coordinator\">\r\n    <div class=\"staff-member-info-wrap\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"staff-member-name\">Jesus Coatl<\/h3>\r\n        <h4 class=\"staff-member-position\">Communications Coordinator<\/h4>\r\n        <div class=\"staff-member-bio\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Major: Computer Engineering<\/li>\n<li>Year: Junior<\/li>\n<li>Hometown: Bronx, NY<\/li>\n<li>Ethnicity: Mexican<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Why did you join SHPE: I joined SHPE to connect with individuals who share similar backgrounds and are pursuing the same major as me. I value the supportive community as well as the resources SHPE provides, including professional workshops, national conferences, and opportunities to network with companies that engage directly with our members.<\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n        \r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div> <!-- Close staff-member --><div class=\"staff-member odd staff-grid\">\r\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"staff-member-photo\" src=\"https:\/\/studentorgs.syr.edu\/shpe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2025\/09\/Daniel-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Daniel Ticio : Event Director\">\r\n    <div class=\"staff-member-info-wrap\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"staff-member-name\">Daniel Ticio<\/h3>\r\n        <h4 class=\"staff-member-position\">Event Director<\/h4>\r\n        <div class=\"staff-member-bio\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Major: Chemical Engineering<\/li>\n<li>Year: Junior<\/li>\n<li>Hometown: Syracuse, NY<\/li>\n<li>Ethnicity: Spanish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Why did you join SHPE: I originally joined SHPE to meet other students in engineering and make connections with upperclassmen, and I kept coming because of the community I found and the friends I made.<\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n        \r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div> <!-- Close staff-member --><div class=\"staff-member even staff-grid\">\r\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"staff-member-photo\" src=\"https:\/\/studentorgs.syr.edu\/shpe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2025\/09\/Omar-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Omar Batista : Event Director\">\r\n    <div class=\"staff-member-info-wrap\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"staff-member-name\">Omar Batista<\/h3>\r\n        <h4 class=\"staff-member-position\">Event Director<\/h4>\r\n        <div class=\"staff-member-bio\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Major: Computer Science<\/li>\n<li>Year: Sophomore<\/li>\n<li>Hometown: Dyckman, NY<\/li>\n<li>Ethnicity: Dominican<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Why did you join SHPE: I wanted to join a family who is always looking to succeed and brining professionalism to Latinos and Latina\u2019s in STEM.<\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n        \r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div> <!-- Close staff-member --><div class=\"staff-member odd staff-grid\">\r\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"staff-member-photo\" src=\"https:\/\/studentorgs.syr.edu\/shpe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2025\/09\/Adriana-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Adriana Rivas : Social Media Director\">\r\n    <div class=\"staff-member-info-wrap\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"staff-member-name\">Adriana Rivas<\/h3>\r\n        <h4 class=\"staff-member-position\">Social Media Director<\/h4>\r\n        <div class=\"staff-member-bio\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Major: Computer Science<\/li>\n<li>Year: Sophomore<\/li>\n<li>Hometown: West Palm Beach, FL<\/li>\n<li>Ethnicity: Honduran and Nicaraguan<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Why did you join SHPE: My friends first joined SHPE before me, and I\u2019ve seen the connections and opportunities they have received from SHPE. The amazing bond they have with people in SHPE, as if they are all a familia. I really wanted to be a part of that and seeing my upperclassmen friends receive amazing internships from convention really made me want to join SHPE. I love the SHPEFamilia and so thankful to be a part of it.<\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n        \r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div> <!-- Close staff-member --><div class=\"staff-member even staff-grid\">\r\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"staff-member-photo\" src=\"https:\/\/studentorgs.syr.edu\/shpe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2025\/09\/Emily-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Emily Garcia : Fundraising Coordinator\">\r\n    <div class=\"staff-member-info-wrap\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"staff-member-name\">Emily Garcia<\/h3>\r\n        <h4 class=\"staff-member-position\">Fundraising Coordinator<\/h4>\r\n        <div class=\"staff-member-bio\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Major: Biomedical Engineering<\/li>\n<li>Year: Sophomore<\/li>\n<li>Hometown: Lowell, MA<\/li>\n<li>Ethnicity: Peruvian<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Why did you join SHPE: Why did you join SHPE: I joined SHPE because I wanted to be part of a community that combined two important parts of my identity: my culture and STEM, particularly engineering. SHPE has allowed me to develop professionally and surround myself with welcoming individuals who motivate me to share this passion and experience with others. Most importantly, they have given me a family and an environment to grow while staying close to my culture.<\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n        \r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div> <!-- Close staff-member --><div class=\"staff-member odd staff-grid\">\r\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"staff-member-photo\" src=\"https:\/\/studentorgs.syr.edu\/shpe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2025\/09\/Isabela.jpeg\" alt=\"Isabela Rodriguez : Community Outreach Coordinator\">\r\n    <div class=\"staff-member-info-wrap\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"staff-member-name\">Isabela Rodriguez<\/h3>\r\n        <h4 class=\"staff-member-position\">Community Outreach Coordinator<\/h4>\r\n        <div class=\"staff-member-bio\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Major: Civil Engineering<\/li>\n<li>Year: Senior<\/li>\n<li>Hometown: Boston, MA<\/li>\n<li>Ethnicity: Honduran, Cuban, and Colombian<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Why did you join SHPE: I joined SHPE because after changing my major, I was looking for a community and found a home in ECS. SHPE has been welcoming and supportive, and it\u2019s meaningful to me to continue the legacy my parents started as members.<\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n        \r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div> <!-- Close staff-member --><div class=\"staff-member even staff-grid\">\r\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"staff-member-photo\" src=\"https:\/\/studentorgs.syr.edu\/shpe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2025\/09\/Selene-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Selene Tecla : Community Outreach Director\">\r\n    <div class=\"staff-member-info-wrap\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"staff-member-name\">Selene Tecla<\/h3>\r\n        <h4 class=\"staff-member-position\">Community Outreach Director<\/h4>\r\n        <div class=\"staff-member-bio\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Major: Electrical Engineering<\/li>\n<li>Year: Sophomore<\/li>\n<li>Hometown: Newark, NJ<\/li>\n<li>Ethnicity: Mexican<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Why did you join SHPE: I joined SHPE to meet other Latinos in my major, which led me later joining MentorSHPE. I met my mentor Luis who was getting his masters in EE, and he was very helpful to me which makes me want to be a mentor next year!<\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n        \r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div> <!-- Close staff-member --><div class=\"staff-member odd staff-grid\">\r\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"staff-member-photo\" src=\"https:\/\/studentorgs.syr.edu\/shpe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2025\/01\/IMG_3044-scaled-e1737130987173.jpg\" alt=\"Juliana Sepulveda : Graduate Advisor\">\r\n    <div class=\"staff-member-info-wrap\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"staff-member-name\">Juliana Sepulveda<\/h3>\r\n        <h4 class=\"staff-member-position\">Graduate Advisor<\/h4>\r\n        <div class=\"staff-member-bio\"><ul>\n<li>Major: Biomedical Engineering<\/li>\n<li>Year: Graduate<\/li>\n<li>Hometown: Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico<\/li>\n<li>Ethnicity: Puerto Rican<span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>Why did you join SHPE: I joined SHPE because I wanted a sense of community, specifically within my major. Everyone was very welcoming and accepting from the beginning, which greatly aided my transition into college. I wanted to be part of this community and provide that same help and support to someone else.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n        \r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div> <!-- Close staff-member --><div class=\"staff-member even staff-grid last\">\r\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"staff-member-photo\" src=\"https:\/\/studentorgs.syr.edu\/shpe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/IMG_6970.jpg\" alt=\"Mia Luna : Freshman Representative\">\r\n    <div class=\"staff-member-info-wrap\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"staff-member-name\">Mia Luna<\/h3>\r\n        <h4 class=\"staff-member-position\">Freshman Representative<\/h4>\r\n        <div class=\"staff-member-bio\"><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Major: Electrical Engineering<\/li>\n<li>Year: Freshman<\/li>\n<li>Hometown: Brooklyn, NY<\/li>\n<li>Ethnicity: Mexican<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Why did you join SHPE: I \u00a0joined SHPE to meet other people like me in engineering. Having people from the same background as me can really make me feel at home in Syracuse. As well as having people to get advice from. 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