Ozvaldo Aldaz
(He/Him) || Co-President
Major: Aerospace Engineering
Hi y'all! I'm a grad student in the aerospace department, and researching vibrations! I'll be one of the Co-Presidents for our chapter this year, with the goal of fostering community, and empowering our students!
email: president.uwshpe@gmail.com
Miriam Castillo-Romero
(She/Her) || Co-President
Major: Computer Engineering
Hi everyone! My name is Miriam Castillo-Romero and I am a fourth year student in Computer Engineering. I was born and raised in the Seattle, WA area but my family is from Puebla, Mexico. I have been a part of SHPE since my first year and have been able to connect with a wonderful community of latinos in STEM who are motivated, intelligent, and supportive. On my free time I enjoy making art, playing music, and hiking. Looking forward to this year’s events, welcome to UW SHPE!
email: president.uwshpe@gmail.com
Josue Toscano
(He/Him) || Vice President of External Affairs
Major: Materials Science Engineering
email: vpexternal.uwshpe@gmail.com
Mariela Cordero Clemente
(She/Her) || Vice President of Internal Affairs
Major: Civil Engineering
Hola! My name is Mariela Cordero Clemente, and I am a junior studying civil engineering. I am from Seattle, and my family is from San Marcos, Guatemala and Guerrero, Mexico. I am proud to be a first-generation college student, and my favorite hobbies are watching anime, listening to j-pop and playing for the Husky Marching Band. I am excited to meet all of you!
email: vpinternalaffairs.uwshpe@gmail.com
Laysha Araiza
(She/Her) || Secretary
Major: Computer Engineering
Hi everyone! My name is Laysha Araiza, and I’m a sophomore studying Computer Engineering. I’m from the Yakima Valley here in Washington state (509 shoutout!) and I come from a farm working background. My family is from Jalisco, Mexico and Michoacán, Mexico. I joined SHPE winter quarter of my freshman year as I was seeking for a place of familiarity. Three things I absolutely love: My cat, coffee, and concerts! (notable mentions: Kali Uchis, Clairo, and 54 Ultra). I’m super excited to be your secretary for this school year!
email: secretary.uwshpe@gmail.com
Melissa Sanchez
(She/Her) || Director of Finance
Major: Chemical Engineering
Hello Everyone! My name is Melissa Sanchez. I grew up in a small town in Eastern Washington called Othello, and most of my family is from Morelos, Mexico. I’m a 3rd year student studying chemical engineering. I am so excited to have this position in SHPE! They helped me a lot during my freshman year and are a great resource for career development. In my free time, I love to read, bake, and hang out with friends.
email: finance.uwshpe@gmail.com
Oscar Jimenez
(He/Him) || Director of Recruitment and Engagement
Major: Informatics
Hello! My name is Oscar Jimenez, I am a sophomore studying Informatics. I was born and raised in the Yakima Valley area, and my family is from Nayarit Mexico. I am excited to be more involved with SHPE and support each other on our college journey. I love discovering new food spots around Seattle, and going to concerts.
email: recruitment.uwshpe@gmail.com
Diego Olivera
(He/Him) || Director of Media and Advertising
Major: Industrial & Systems Engineering
Hey everyone! I’m Diego and I help run our socials and spread the word about all the cool things we’re doing. I joined SHPE to connect with other engineers, build community, and grow as a leader. I love sports, music, and sitcoms. Excited to keep creating content and showing off everything our chapter has to offer!
email: mediadirector.uwshpe@gmail.com