History of La Unidad Latina
La Unidad Latina, Lambda Upsilon Lambda Fraternity, Incorporated was established in 1982 at Cornell University in an attempt to provide a formal structure for the positive presence of underrepresented groups at institutions of higher learning across the nation. La Hermandad functions socially in a unique and positive manner, providing an atmosphere in which each Hermano can be himself and share his experiences. Most importantly, in creating a feeling of familia, every Hermano has a place which he can truly call home, a place where he will be respected and supported. In doing so, La Unidad Latina redefines the concept of brotherhood. La Fraternidad promotes intellectual, cultural, and academic strength in its members in order to prepare them for lives as both leaders and team members, in their community and otherwise.
The Founding Fathers of La Unidad Latina are:
The Founding Fathers of La Unidad Latina are:
- Hermano William Barba - Sophomore Engineering
- Hermano Dennis DeJesus - Sophomore Pre-Medicine
- Hermano Hernando Londoño - Sophomore Engineering
- Hermano Jessie Luis - Sophomore Engineering
* Honorary Hermano: Hermano Angel Montañez - Rest In Peace - Hermano Samuel Ramos - Senior Engineering
- Hermano Tomas Rincon - Sophomore Engineering
- Hermano Edwin Rivera - Junior Engineering
- Hermano Mario Rivera - Junior Engineering
- Hermano Victor Rodriguez - Senior Economics
- Hermano Victor Silva - Sophomore Pre-Medicine
- Hermano Jose Torres - Junior Pre-Medicine
- Hermano Henry Villareal - Cornell Faculty Advisor
- Hermano Jim Ziebell - Cornell Administrator
History of the Alpha Zeta Chapter
La Unidad Latina landed in the Midwest on May 27, 2000 when 6 men founded the Alpha Zeta Chapter at the University of Chicago and at Depaul University. In the spring of 2001, the chapter expanded to Loyola University Chicago and Columbia College.
Locally, the Alpha Zeta Chapter has received various accolades:
2010 Loyola Dept. of Student Diversity & Multicultural Affairs Award for:
Outstanding Student Organization
2008 Loyola Greek Life Awards for:
Chapter Pillar of Excellence-Philanthropy
Chapter Pillar of Excellence-Leadership
Fraternity Brother of the Year-Alberto Velazquez
2007 Loyola Greek Life Awards for:
Chapter Pillar of Excellence-Philanthropy
Outstanding New Member-Jorge Jimenez
2006 National Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations Award for:
Undergraduate Philanthropist of the Year-Javier Maisonet
LUL is an active organization on campus and nation wide. Based on being Premier. Prestige. Professional, we continue to change the face of all of our campuses and contribute greatly to all communities, we appreciate all the support and will only continue to be ELITE!
Locally, the Alpha Zeta Chapter has received various accolades:
2010 Loyola Dept. of Student Diversity & Multicultural Affairs Award for:
Outstanding Student Organization
2008 Loyola Greek Life Awards for:
Chapter Pillar of Excellence-Philanthropy
Chapter Pillar of Excellence-Leadership
Fraternity Brother of the Year-Alberto Velazquez
2007 Loyola Greek Life Awards for:
Chapter Pillar of Excellence-Philanthropy
Outstanding New Member-Jorge Jimenez
2006 National Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations Award for:
Undergraduate Philanthropist of the Year-Javier Maisonet
LUL is an active organization on campus and nation wide. Based on being Premier. Prestige. Professional, we continue to change the face of all of our campuses and contribute greatly to all communities, we appreciate all the support and will only continue to be ELITE!