Student Organizations
Latino Student Council - LSC
The Latino Cultural Center (LCC) has created a comprehensive Latino Student Council (LSC) that encompasses Latino-based and interest organizations that enhance the mission of the LCC and is recognized by Purdue University. A member of each organization comprises the council and the council meets every other week throughout the year. The primary responsibility of this council is to collaborate on events, programs, and activities; the council also meets to discuss services and programs that the LCC provides and serves to provide guidance to each other as well as to the LCC. This council also participates in the Latino Leadership Retreats provided by the LCC. The strength and collaboration of this group unifies Latino/a forces across campus and helps to enhance unity, service, and social responsibility.
Academic/Professional
Association of Latino Professionals in Finance and Accounting - ALPFA
ALPFA is the premier business organization for expanding opportunities for Latino Leadership in the global market. Mission: ALPFA creates opportunities, adds value, builds relationships for its members, the community and its business partners while expanding Latino leadership in the global workforce. Values: Professional Growth Integrity Culture Relationship Building Service Inclusiveness Teamwork ALPFA Purdue is one of many ALPFA student chapters that strives to bring business professionals and diverse students together to network and grow together. We will host events such as mock interviews, resume building, company presentations, and professional skill development forums. Become a Student ALPFA Member Today! For more information, please contact Kristen Hill at hillk@purdue.edu.
The Society of Mexican American Engineers & Scientists - MAES
Maes is a nationwide organization whose mission is to promote, cultivate, and honor excellence in education and leadership among Latino engineers and scientists in the engineering and science world.
Society for Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science - SACNAS
The mission of SACNAS (Society for Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science) is to encourage Chicano/Latino and Native American students to pursue graduate education and obtain the advanced degrees necessary for science research, leadership, and teaching careers at all levels. (www.sacnas.org)
Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers - SHPE
The Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers is leading, molding, and representing the Hispanic community in this professional arena through personal and professional development and socializing.
Cultural
Association of Zamorano Alumni - AZA
Association of Zamorano Alumni (AZA) is a nonprofit student organization. The mission of the AZA is to support and advance professional development of Zamorano students and alumni in all academic, social and research activities at Purdue University. AZA aims to be the foremost association in finding career opportunities for Zamorano students at Purdue University and provide networking opportunities among AZA members. For more information, please contact Victoria Caceres at vcaceres@purdue.edu.
Colombian Student Association at Purdue (CSAP)
Organization intended as a key instrument of the integration of Colombian students to the campus, to promote and share the culture of our country. Also, to prepare us better to face the academic and professional challenges in the United States of America as well as the rest of the world.
Latino Alliance - LA
Latino Alliance creates awareness of the Latino culture and promotes unity in our community by being the voice for the population through student involvement and academic activities. Everyone is welcome! For more information, please contact Rebeca Luna at rluna@purdue.edu.
Latino Graduate Student Organization - LGSO
The LGSO is an organization for Graduate Students interested in the Latino culture and in making a difference in our community. We are divided into three different committees. 1) Education which is involved in a Mentoring Program with Purdue Latino undergraduate students; 2) Communication: this is involved in networking with faculty, staff, and the community; 3) Entertainment: this is involved in bridging the gap between international and domestic Latino students and many other activities. For more information, please contact Vicky Ortiz at aortiz@purdue.edu.
Puerto Rican Student Association - PRSA
The purpose of PRSA is to establish and maintain a comfortable environment for students at Purdue University. The organization will provide different academic, professional, and sociocultural activities to encourage the discussion of Puerto Rican affairs. The PRSA will sponsor workshops, seminars, and conferences of professional development for undergraduate and graduate students. If you would like to be part of the Boricuas involved in the PRSA, you are welcome to join us.
Fraternities/Sororities
Delta Phi Mu - DPM
Delta Phi Mu is a sorority that promotes unity among Hispanic cultures, intercultural exchange, leadership, and academic achievement.
Delta Pi Rho - DPR
Delta Pi Rho is a Latino-based fraternity that seeks to promote and uphold excellence in academics, leadership, loyalty, and brotherhood.
Sigma Lambda Gamma - SLG
Sigma Lambda Gamma is a Latina-based multicultural sorority that primarily seeks excellence in Academics, Morals & Ethics, Cultural Awareness, Community Service, and Social Interaction. SLG is also the fastest growing fraternal organization in the nation. Interested in becoming a Woman of Distinction? Please contact purdue.gammas@gmail.com.
Tau Phi Sigma - TPS
Tau Phi Sigma is a multicultural fraternity seeking to promote higher education, serve the community, promote social activities, and establish a true brotherhood.
Performance
Capoeira
The mission of Capoeira is to promote the art form of Capoeira and Brazilian culture throughout Purdue. More specifically, the goal is to help improve our members’ mental, physical, and spiritual wellbeing. Capoeira is an African/Brazilian art form that is a rich blend of culture, music, dance, and a deadly martial art. African slaves brought Capoeira to Brazil around 1537. The slaves were not allowed to practice any type of martial arts, so they developed their traditional dances into a fighting style.
La Milonguera - Tango Club
La Milonguera is a student organization at Purdue University devoted to the promotion and enjoyment of everything related to Argentinean Tango. Everyone is welcome! As part of our interest in Tango, we offer three levels of classes in Tango, Milonga, and Argentine Vals. Classes are open to everyone in the Lafayette-West Lafayette area. Singles and couples are welcome. In addition to scheduled classes, we organize workshops, field trips, movies, milonga parties, performances, and more.
Latin & Ballroom Dance Club
The Latin Ballroom Club is a university organization that promotes the sport of ballroom dancing. Although our club focuses on the needs of college student dancers, we are open to all university affiliates as well as members of the local community. We offer multiple weekly group classes for beginner, intermediate, and advanced dancers in social and competitive ballroom dancing.
Salsa Club
Salsa is the distillation of many Latin and Afro Caribbean dances. While we are committed in promoting Salsa dancing to the Purdue community, we encourage your participation in enriching our social circle.
