Mexican American Engineers and Scientists (MAES) was founded in Los Angeles in 1974 by a group of professional engineers to advance and increase the number of Latinos, especially those of Mexican American descent, in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics by creating opportunities and fostering recognition through its professional, technical, and outreach activities.
To promote, cultivate, and honor excellence in education and leadership among Latino engineers and scientists.
A future where Latinos are leaders in the engineering and science world.
The MAES chapter at UC Irvine was started by the Latino and Latina Engineers and Scientists in order to create a sense of community, or "familia," on their home campus. The sense of a "familia" is one of the things that truly separate us from other academic clubs. MAES members are more than just fellow club members, they become our brothers and sisters while here at school. Through all the networking opportunities, student-alumni relations, academic mentoring, and social events that we all participate in, you become close friends and MAES becomes a home away from home.
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