San Diego State University (SDSU) celebrated Engineering Design Day on May 7, showcasing the work and innovative ideas of graduating engineering students through nearly 90 senior capstone projects.
According to SDSU, these designs addressed a range of topics, from space exploration to community-focused solutions, all emphasizing real-world impact and the future of engineering.
In anticipation of graduation week, the SDSU public affairs team announced that the City of San Diego proclaimed May 13 as SDSU R1 Carnegie Classification Day.
This designation honors SDSU for becoming the first California State University to achieve R1 status, recognizing it as a premier research institution in the United States.
Recent data reveal that SDSU now ranks among just 5% of universities nationwide and is one of only 19 institutions that are both classified as an R1 institution and designated as a Hispanic-serving institution. SDSU is committed to research, student success, and community impact.
The university celebrated the Class of 2025 over four days, from May 15 to 18, recognizing more than 11,700 students during commencement ceremonies at SDSU Imperial Valley and Viejas Arena.
According to a list shared on social media, the top ten most popular degrees among this year’s graduates included psychology, with over 559 graduates.
Other popular degrees were Business Administration, Finance (382 graduates), Business Administration, General Business (367 graduates), Computer Science (366 graduates), Business Administration, Marketing (328 graduates), Kinesiology, Pre-Physical Therapy (260 graduates), Business Administration, Management (214 graduates), and Business Administration, Information Systems (211 graduates).
Maximus Miesner’s graduation story exemplified the coexistence of passion and scholarship.
Once a music major, he transitioned to a history graduate and traveled to Detroit to explore rare archives, uncover fan letters, and listen to firsthand accounts that informed his thesis.
Growing up surrounded by soul, R&B, and Motown music also influenced his award-winning research at San Diego State University.
As a history graduate student, Max delved into the cultural legacy of Motown Records and its connections to the American Dream, earning top honors at the SDSU Student Symposium and receiving national recognition for his work.
Currently, Miesner works at the Pacific Beach/Taylor Library and the SDSU Library Special Collections and University Archives, where he contributes to a digital archive on the local Civil Rights movement.
Additionally, SDSU alumna and Community Health Group CEO Norma A. Diaz received an honorary degree in 2025 for her significant contributions to community health and her unwavering support of SDSU students.
With 50 years of experience and a deep commitment to equity in care, Norma has played a vital role in shaping healthier communities while empowering future health leaders through scholarships and mentorship.
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