On Friday, December 5, 2025, students from our STEM programs presented their internship and research projects at the Student Research Showcase in the STEM Center. The event offered a supportive space for first-time presenters to practice creating research posters, presenting their work, and connecting with peers, faculty, and mentors.
Attendees explored a wide variety of projects, asked questions, and celebrated the students’ hard work and achievements. The showcase highlighted the valuable academic and professional experience students gained through internships, helped them build confidence in presenting their work, and inspired peers while showcasing the exciting opportunities available in STEM. To make the afternoon even more enjoyable, boba was served, adding a fun, social touch to the celebration.
The event, sponsored by MESA, was a wonderful opportunity to recognize student achievements, foster community, and encourage more students to engage in research and internship experiences.
MESA (Math, Engineering, Science Achievement) is an academic enrichment program that helps educationally underrepresented students excel in math and science and graduate with degrees in math-based fields. Founded in 1970, the MESA program serves pre-college, community college, and university students at over 90 sites throughout California. Skyline College’s MESA Program is part of the MESA California Community College Programs (MCCP).
To learn more about or apply for the Skyline College MESA program, please visit www.skylinecollege.edu/mesa or email skymesa@smccd.edu.
Article by Stephanie Wells
Photos by Mei Lee and Stephanie Wells
