Eduard Aguilar

I’m from Boston, Massachusetts and I have been living here in Georgia since 2005. Growing up, my parents have always emphasized the importance of an education as they were not blessed with the opportunities my brothers and I were given. I knew I wanted to pursue a degree in engineering but it took me a while to decide electrical engineering was the path for me. I was and still am fascinated by how technology has transformed our society and how it maintains a significant influence in our everyday lives. During my first year at Tech, I was not involved in many organizations as I was still getting a feel of the college life. However, I had come across Hermano David Sotto during FASET who presented to me about La Fraternidad and at first I had no idea of what a fraternity was or the purpose behind it. I met my future Dean, Hermano Salvador at Latino Welcome Weekend and right away I felt a connection. I maintained contact with Hermanos David and Sal over the years and when they invited me to Hermano Luis’ probate that’s when everything fell into place. I had already attended a few informationals and meetings, so I was already interested in the fraternity, but when I witnessed and heard Luis’ showcase, I was immediately hooked. Growing up with three brothers, I knew nothing better than fraternal relationships so the thought of increasing my brothers from three to thousands, it was both enticing and incredible. Joining the Hermandad is a choice I have never regretted and something I wish I could have done sooner. Being in the presence of my Hermanos serves as a motivation to not only pursue the best in myself but as well as the work I am involved in. Giving back to the community is something I have always wanted to undertake, and being an Hermano provides me with the perfect platform to embark upon my goals. Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile and this is what I attend to do with my fraternity.