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 leaning 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. Since 1982, La Unidad Latina has expanded to over 64 Universities across the U.S (including 8 of the top 10 Universities in the nation *) and 13 alumni chapters providing networking opportunities and social events for Hermanos in Texas, Chicago, New Jersey, New York City, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, Buffalo, Providence, Miami, Long Island, Atlanta, and Washington, D.C.

*According to U.S. News and World Report's 2005 Best Colleges and Universities Edition.

The Founding Fathers of La Unidad Latina are:

1. Hermano William Barba
2. Hermano Dennis DeJesus
3. Hermano Hernando Londoño
4. Hermano Jessie Luis
5. Hermano Samuel Ramos
6. Hermano Tomas Rincon
7. Hermano Edwin Rivera
8. Hermano Mario Rivera
9. Hermano Victor Rodriguez
10. Hermano Victor Silva
11. Hermano Jose Torres
12. Hermano Henry Villareal
13. Hermano Jim Zibel
Honorary Hermano: Hermano Angel Montañez