My name is Miguel and although I am from Lima, Peru, Virginia has become my adopted home for many years at this point. Having grown up and been educated in Peru, my exposure to the world was limited until I came to the University. At UVA, I graduated with a double major in History & […]
Please join The Bolívar Network on Thursday, October 17 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. to celebrate the end of Hispanic/Latine Heritage Month! We are excited to celebrate together and to continue deepening our connections with the DC alumni community! The Bolívar Network will be providing food for those who attend — come mingle with local alums and […]
Dear Hoos, Over the past five years, the Bolívar Network has experienced remarkable growth, building on a 25+ year legacy. This progress is due in large part to dedicated alumni leaders from our community who have been instrumental in strengthening our community and also supporting my journey as Board Chair. We’ve also seen our Latine […]
NYC Happy Hour September 19, 2024 Kick of Hispanic Heritage Month with the Bolívar Network! Join us Thursday, September 19 from 5:00-8 p.m. at Calle Dao Downtown to mingle with alumni, reconnect with friends, and celebrate our community! Book Scholarship A new Book Scholarship cycle is opening up on September 16, 2024. If you would […]
Celebrate the culture and heritage of the UVA Hispanic and Latine community on Grounds next spring! Return to Charlottesville for a weekend of connecting—and reconnecting—across generations. We can’t wait to celebrate with you in April 2025! Join the Planning Committee Learn More About Juntos
Kick of Hispanic Heritage Month with the Bolívar Network! Join us Thursday, September 19 from 5:00-8 p.m. at Calle Dao Downtown to mingle with alumni, reconnect with friends, and celebrate our community! Let Us Know You’re Coming! We are excited to continue deepening our connections with the NYC alumni community, and hope to see you […]
Are you an alumnus looking to give back to the UVA Hispanic and Latinx community? The Bolívar Network is seeking new Board members to join us in our goal of fostering Latine scholarship and community through a variety of committees and positions. To learn more about the Bolívar Network history and Board structure, please visit […]
You can also celebrate 50 years of SHPE on April 17 in Tyson’s Corner! For more information about the anniversary celebration, visit the SHPE Fiesta event page.
The Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SPHE) at the University of Virginia is hosting the one-day high school visitation event, Juntos Podemos. Juntos Podemos will be held in Charlottesville on April 7, 2024, from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. This event will welcome high school juniors and seniors from different parts of Virginia to explore […]
Are you interested in sharing information about the University of Virginia with prospective high school students in your area? You can volunteer through the Virginia Alumni Admission Network (VAAN). VAAN is currently comprised of over 300 enthusiastic Black/African-American and Hispanic/Latinx alumni trained to have specific conversations with underrepresented students in various regions of the country. […]