Student Organizations
Explore Chicanx and Latinx student organizations at UCSC
UC Santa Cruz is home to a vibrant network of student organizations rooted in Chicanx and Latinx cultures and identities. These groups support student success through cultural celebration, academic achievement, professional development, and community building. Whether you’re looking to connect with your roots, explore new traditions, or join a supportive network, there’s a space for you.
Explore the list below to learn more, connect with groups, and get involved.
Grupo Folklorico Los Mejicas (Los Mejicas)
Social Media: Instagram Facebook
or contact them via email losmejicas@gmail.com
Hermanas Unidas (HaU)
Social Media: Instagram Facebook
or contact them via email ucschau.cochairs@gmail.com
Hermanos Unidos de UCSC (HU)
Social Media: Instagram Facebook
or contact them via email hu.ucsc@gmail.com
Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc.
Social Media: Instagram Facebook
or contact them via email info@lambdalady.org
Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano/a de Aztlan (MEChA)
Visit MEChA on their website
Social Media: Instagram Facebook
or contact via ourstorian19@gmail.com
SACNAS – Society for Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science
Visit SACNAS on their website
Social Media: Instagram Facebook
or contact them via email ucsc.sacnas@gmail.com
Sabrosura Latin Dance Troupe
Visit Sabrosura on their website
Social Media: Instagram Facebook
Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority Inc.
Visit the Gammas on their website
Social Media: Facebook Instagram
Sigma Pi Alpha Sorority (“Ellas”)
Visit the ELLAS on their website
Social Media: Facebook Instagram
or contact them via email at gammachapter.president96@gmail.com
Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE)
Visit SHPE on their website
Social Media: Facebook Instagram
Student Alliance of Native American and Indigenous Peoples (SANAI)
Email: sanaiatucsc@gmail.comInstragram: sanaiucsc
IDEAS
Email: ideasucsc@gmail.com
Instagram: ideasucsc