About us
01 Our Mission
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LATITUD comprises many concepts in one single unit, we are a student association created by passionate people, focused in the two-way integration of the International and Dutch cultures.
We are community creators, bringing together the best of two worlds, the Latin-American values of family, respect and passion and contemporary global principles of tolerance, inclusion and social conscience. 
We are the best in what we do, because we do not showcase culture in a static manner, instead we are focused in fostering growth and development above everything else.
02 Our History

Our road spans for three years; during our origination period, apart from setting our dreams high, our focus was oriented towards the cultural integration of students from similar geographical areas. Later on, in our second year of existence, we evolved and worked hard to establish a strong reputation for LATITUD, thanks to these efforts we became known in several mainstream platforms which allowed a rapid growth, also important to mention is that during this time, the association was formally for the first time recognized by the KVK [Dutch Chamber of Commerce] fact that positioned us as a legitimate non-profit organization. This year around our minds are set on shifting the associations identity toward a more academic profile, our main idea is sharing our culture alongside with adding value to the community around us.

03 Our Board

Marice Angulo López​
President

I am an architect pursuing a MSc in Construction Management and Engineering at the TU Delft. I perceive myself as enthusiastic, driven and a fervent dreamer. I believe in empathy and enthusiasm as key to face challenges. 
Personally, I see LATITUD as the opportunity of giving back and supporting students to realize their own potential. In the workplace, I strive for diversity, proactiveness and continuous improvement.
Taking over as president is a strong commitment and a the priceless privilege of working with a team, a 'Familia', passionate for leaving a positive footprint in our community .​

Bárbara Rentroia Pacheco
Vice President 

I am a 2nd year master student in Computer Science at TUDelft. Born and raised in Portugal, my connection to Latin America stems from my maternal family side, who exchanged Portugal for Venezuela in the 60s. Before joining the board, LATITUD was for me the community where I could foster this connection during my studies in the Netherlands. Now as Vice-President, my goal is that everyone, Latin and non Latin Americans, with strong or incipient connections to Latin America, can find in LATITUD even more than what I have found.

David Chamorro Acosta
Treasurer


I am a Civil Engineer from Colombia. After working for about two years in my home country, I decided to challenge myself and taste the Dutch stroopwafel. While studying my MSc. in Construction Management and Engineering, I found in LATITUD an opportunity to excel the Latin America richness through collaboration, passion and vision. By acting as the Treasurer, I am not only committed and responsible for the financial growth of the association, but also with creating opportunities for innovation, integration, networking, and students’ well-being. I am always looking forward for new ideas, so do not hesitate to contact me if you want to talk about them!
​​Jaime Ascencio​
Professional Manager
I studied Civil Engineering in my hometown Guadalajara, Mexico. With experience in the construction and the business industry, I pursue now my goals in Hydraulic Engineering in TU Delft. I have joined LATITUD as Professional Manager, period in which I lead an amazing team with ambitious goals. We expect to improve the connection between The Netherlands and Latin America through an academic and business network, maximize all Delft students experience through valuable information and events, and to increase the team and LATITUD members soft skills.

​​Milagros Pantin
Social Events Manager

I was born in Venezuela and moved to Colombia when I was 15 years old, through this experience I discovered the richness of these Latin American cultures. Nowadays, I am in the second year of my Masters in chemical Engineering at TUDelft​, but I am also passionate about art, cultures and connecting people. I see LATITUD as my family away from home and as the social manager I intend to give that same feeling to many other people. In the social committee we strive to showcase the Latin American heritage to those who might not know it and to bring a piece of home closer for those that are far away. ​
​​Marianne Langrand
Media Manager
I was born and raised in Costa Rica, and I’m partly Nicaraguan. I came to the Netherlands to do my Master’s in Design for Interaction. I have a passion for the field of visual design and communicating in general. My mission in LATITUD is to engage both the Latin American and international community, bringing them together to share their culture.
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