Cesar Daniel Edeza, Isaac Torres and Melissa Sicairos Bobadilla took full advantage of a program geared to transfer students pursuing STEM degrees.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
A scuba diving researcher, protector of wild animals and aspiring pediatrician: three transfer students demonstrate the wide range of career paths that can open up to San Diego State University graduates with the right preparation.
Isaac Torres, Cesar Daniel Edeza and Melissa Sicairos Bobadilla got their start at Southwestern College before transferring to SDSU through the STEM Pathways program, which guides students at local community colleges in the transition to SDSU by offering academic and professional support as they pursue a STEM degree.
From hands-on research experiences on and off campus, they not only gained technical skills needed for their careers, but made lasting connections with peers and mentors in their fields.
Read the full story on SDSU NewsCenter.