Affiliated Organizations
All registered student organizations who wish to officially become affiliated with Mesa Unida must explicitly serve, benefit, and unite the Latinx community at UC Irvine, as well as submit a Mesa Unida Membership Application to the President.
Affiliate Program
In collaboration with other Latinx organizations we strive to achieve our mission and multiple purposes while also engaging with the new student body of incoming students. Through our four pillars; Cultural Identity/Awareness, Educational Enhancement, Student Retention, and Community Engagement, Mesa Unida alongside its affiliates strive to better serve and help ensure the success of Latinx students here at UCI.
Affiliate Benefits
Club information and events included/promoted in Mesa Unida’s newsletter (+2,000 Subscribers on email, Facebook and Instagram weekly posts)
Resource Hub for orgs(continually working with orgs on any issues that may arise)
Attend and support your events however possible (volunteer, advertise, etc.)
Gain opportunities to participate in planning committees for Mesa Unida sponsored events(including but not limited to: La Bienvenida, La Despidida etc...)
Be part of our familia, growing community here at UCI; better relationship and build a genuine connection with other Latinx organizations on campus( boothing at events, Community Service or Social collaborations etc...)
Affiliate Requirements
Attend Quarterly Affiliate Meetings (1 per quarter and only 2 representative of your org is required to attend)
Help plan and attend a quarterly Affiliate Social (1 per quarter and 1 board representative is required to attend)
Be an advocate for Latinx Resource Center Efforts
Advertise Mesa Unida Events/Fundraisers
Volunteer to assist with Mesa Unida Events (La Bienvenida, La Despedida, High School Pannels/Tours)
Attend at least 3 Mesa Unida General Meetings per quarter
Affiliate Program
In collaboration with other Latinx organizations we strive to achieve our mission and multiple purposes while also engaging with the new student body of incoming students. Through our four pillars; Cultural Identity/Awareness, Educational Enhancement, Student Retention, and Community Engagement, Mesa Unida alongside its affiliates strive to better serve and help ensure the success of Latinx students here at UCI.
Affiliate Benefits
Club information and events included/promoted in Mesa Unida’s newsletter (+2,000 Subscribers on email, Facebook and Instagram weekly posts)
Resource Hub for orgs(continually working with orgs on any issues that may arise)
Attend and support your events however possible (volunteer, advertise, etc.)
Gain opportunities to participate in planning committees for Mesa Unida sponsored events(including but not limited to: La Bienvenida, La Despidida etc...)
Be part of our familia, growing community here at UCI; better relationship and build a genuine connection with other Latinx organizations on campus( boothing at events, Community Service or Social collaborations etc...)
Affiliate Requirements
Attend Quarterly Affiliate Meetings (1 per quarter and only 2 representative of your org is required to attend)
Help plan and attend a quarterly Affiliate Social (1 per quarter and 1 board representative is required to attend)
Be an advocate for Latinx Resource Center Efforts
Advertise Mesa Unida Events/Fundraisers
Volunteer to assist with Mesa Unida Events (La Bienvenida, La Despedida, High School Pannels/Tours)
Attend at least 3 Mesa Unida General Meetings per quarter
Ballet Folklorico DE UCI
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BFDUCI is a 35+ year old, student-run, organization dedicated to promoting the Mexican culture through music, dance, and education. There is no experience needed and everyone is welcome!
Meetings: M/W (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM) at MSTB
Email: ballet.folklorico.deuci@gmail.com Website: balletfolkloricodeuci.weebly.com |
Hermanos Unidos
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The purpose of Hermanos Unidos is to increase the retention and graduation rate of latino males in the community. Through the three foundational pillars: Academics, Social Networking and Community Service that Hermanos Unidos will abide by to reach El Nuevo Hombre. The goal of this organization is to provide resources and reach out to the Chicano/Latino community. Hermanos Unidos will serve as an avenue for networking and providing members with enrichment in academics, community service, and social networking.
Meetings: Wednesdays 7:00-8:30pm HH 254
Email: ucihu.cochair@gmail.com |
Latino business student association
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The purpose of LBSA is to assist its members in the pursuit of professional skills. LBSA supports the Latino community through community service and guides its members to excel academically. The three fundamental pillars are: Professional, Social Interaction, and Community Service.
Meetings: Thursdays at 6:30 PM
Email: president.lbsauci@gmail.com Website: lbsauci.weebly.com |
Latino/a student psychological association
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LSPA is committed to providing a multifaceted awareness of both professional and academic resources to enhance the college experience of dedicated students aspiring to serve underrepresented communities in the mental health arena. The association emphasizes the value of academics, research, practical experience, leadership, and community service.
Meetings: Mondays at 6 PM in SBSG 1321
Email: lspa.uci@gmail.com Website: www.clubs.uci.edu/lspa |
Students Advocating For Immigrant Rights and Equity (s.a.f.i.r.e.)
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S.A.F.I.R.E. seeks to provide resources and support that promotes a safe environment for undocumented/DACA/Non-DACA/AB 540 students. With the collaboration of Allies, Faculty, and students, our vision is to raise awareness about the issues undocumented students face, as well as diversifying the image of the undocumented student identity
Meetings: Thursdays in HH 112 from 5:30-6:30pm
Email: uci.safire@gmail.com |
Maes: latinos in science & engineering
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MAES mission is to encourage diversity in the science and technology. They were founded in 1974 with the intention to help Latinx engineers and scientists and create a community by providing opportunities that help each member become a strong candidate in their respective careers. They are the “premier resource at UC Irvine for Latinxs pursuing a career in STEM.”
Meetings: Tuesdays at 7pm on Odd Weeks
Email: maes@uci.edu Website: clubs.uci.edu/maes |
Society of Hispanic professional engineers (SHPE)
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SHPE at UCI strives to make everyone a part of something big. The chapter provides different committees that expose members to what board members do to help the organization strive. The executive board members and general members grow by the five pillars of SHPE: Academics, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Chapter Development and Community Outreach.
Meetings: Wednesdays (odd weeks) at 7pm
Email: she.uci@gmail.com Website: clubs.uci.edu/shpe |
Prison education project
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The Prison Education Project at UCI has been volunteering at the Correctional Institute for Men in Chino Hills by teaching courses that equip the incarcerated with valuable and applicable life skills. Get ready to educate, inspire, empower, and transform lives.
Meetings: Mondays at 7 PM in Humanities Hall 156
Email: pepatuci@gmail.com |
destino
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Destino's mission is to journey with students and faculty to follow Jesus and fulfill their God-given destiny.
Detino envisions spiritual movements of Latino students, faculty, and community everywhere, so that everyone on earth knows someone who truly follows Jesus. Destino values faith, growth and fruitfulness in a compassionate community committed to being
Meetings: Mondays from 4:00-5:00pm in Woods Cove A (student center)
Email: diana.leyva@destino.org Website: destino.org |
Bilingual teacher student association
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Bilingual education is the future and we are here to be your guide. Join Bilingual Teacher Student Association at UC Irvine in navigating the ever-changing educational landscape. Together, WE are the future of education.
Meetings: Thursdays at 6pm in the School of Education rm 2005
Email: BTSAatuci@gmail.com Website: https://btsaatuci.weebly.com |
NU ALPHA KAPPA (ΝΑΚ)
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Nu Alpha Kappa Fraternity, Inc. Psi Chapter at UCI was established on August 18, 2012. We’re a Latino-Based fraternity that encompasses and values all cultures. NAK prides itself in its three pillars: academics, culture, and brotherhood. NAK inspires gentlemen from all backgrounds to seek leadership, community service, and academic-success.
Contact: William Smith
Email: nakuci.president@gmail.com Website: nakuci.org |
Society of women engineers (SWE)
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The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) is the largest non-profit educational and service organization representing both student and professional women in engineering and technical fields since 1950. The goal of SWE is to inform young women and the general public of the qualifications and achievements of women engineers and to encourage women engineers to attain higher levels of education and professional achievement. SWE maintains a positive environment for our members with diversity including race/ethnicity, religion, family status, age, physical abilities, sexual and affectional orientation, actual or perceived gender, gender identity and expression, socio-economic status, occupational focus and more.
Meetings: Thursdays 7:00-8:00pm in MDEA
Email: swe.uci.web@gmail.com Website: https://clubs.uci.edu/swe |
