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ALPFA at Texas A&M

About This Organization

Abbreviation(s):
ALPFA at Texas A&M
Purpose:
Association of Latino Professionals for America
Section 1: Mission
Mission Statement:
The purpose of this organization shall be to expand opportunities for students who seek careers in Accounting, Finance, and business related fields by empowering them to develop as leaders through management of this student chapter, to provide opportunities to network with professionals and potential employers, and to enhance their knowledge about opportunities and trends in the market.

Section 2: Goals
ALPFA Chapter goals:
To be the leading Latino professional association committed to creating and providing the Texas A&M community with networking opportunities with distinguished professionals from various industries.

We strive on establishing an atmosphere where our members can actively participate in our programs aimed to increase personal growth and development. ALPFA provides an environment where our members can learn to identify changing trends in the workplace and understand business related issues, by which they can readily apply to the business environment once entering the workforce.
● To create career, networking and business expansion opportunities for students.
● To promote personal and professional development.
Year Founded:
HBSA: 1992 ALPFA: 2009
Membership Dues:
$65-85 Yearly Tiers or $45-65 Semester Tiers
Admits Members:
All Year
Meeting Locations:
Wehner Building, Memorial Student Center, Rudder Tower, Innovative Learning Classroom Building

Public Contact Information

Public Contact Name:
Carlos Reyes
Public Contact E-mail Address:
president.alpfa@gmail.com
Public Contact Phone Number:
832-418-5250

Group Contact Information

Organization Web Site:
https://www.alpfatamu.org
Organization E-mail Address:
alpfa.tamu@gmail.com

Organization Associations

Academic Department:
Mays Business School
Non-Academic Department:
None

Membership

Approximate membership of the organization:
100-300
Membership policies:
  • Our organization accepts undergraduate students as members
  • Our organization accepts graduate students as members
  • Our organization accepts faculty/staff as members
  • Our organization membership will be required to meet specific GPR requirements
Weekly time committment required of organization members:
0-3 Hours
Membership intake process:
Open

Events

Community Service Projects:
Three or more times per semester
Fundraising Events:
Twice per semester
Speakers/Lectures:
Three or more times per semester
On-Campus Social Events:
Three or more times per semester
Off-Campus Social Events:
Twice per semester
Hosting Conferences:
Once per year
Sponsoring Special Events (Concerts, one-time events, etc.):
Once per year
New Member Orientation/Training:
Once per semester
Events with Alcohol:
Never
In-State Travel:
Three or more times per semester
Domestic US Travel:
Once per year
International Travel:
Never