Capstones from 2026
Adapting Preventive Health Education for Teens, Marcela G. Daniel
Addressing Challenges with Mental Health amongst the Unhoused Youth Community, John Paul Solis
Addressing Chronic Absenteeism in Unhoused Elementary Youth Through Leadership Training, Jocelyn Ornelas
Addressing College Students Stress Through Coping Strategies, Daisy Valdez Martinez
Addressing Jail Recidivism in California: A Comparison of Holistic Defense Models in Two Public Defenders' Offices, Karissa Castrejon
Addressing Postsecondary Lack of Preparedness Through Exposure and Empowerment, Deztiny A. Ochoa
An Evaluation of a Nonprofit Support Service for System-Impacted Individuals in Monterey County, Jackie T. Nguyen
Anyone Can Learn to Sing: A Full Breakdown of The Voice and How Consistent Practice Builds Vocal Skill and Personal Confidence, Yoel I. Sanchez
Assessing Pedestrian Infrastructure Needs on the CSUMB Campus Through Community Driven Engagement, Alicia C. Reshes
A Sustainable Evaluation System to Measure Social Impact Leadership Development, Viridiana A. Ramirez
Attendance, Engagement, and Community Building: Supporting Unhoused 6th Grade Girls Through Leadership Program, Efren A. Duarte
Benefits of Being Bilingual on the Academic Success of the Spanish-Speaking English Language Learners, Shary Vaca
Benefits of Contemporary Literature on Literacy and Cognitive Development in Elementary School Students, Autumn R. Hemenway
Benefits of Parental Involvement in Supporting Physical Activity for Latino Elementary School Students, Ashley J. Matias
Breaking the Cycle: Identifying Reentry Barriers for Prop 47 clients in Monterey County, Julissa Aldaco-Ambriz
Bridging the Gap: Improving Student Awareness and Use of OtterCare Supports, Jamie Toborg
Bridging the Gap to Higher Education: Increasing Parental Knowledge on University Systems and Financial Aid, Maria G. Rosales Marquez
Building a Stronger CAB: Employee Experience, Retention, and Community Relationships, Rosenda Armida Jaimes
Building Inclusive Communities: Addressing Bullying and Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth in Monterey County, Mayra Luna
Building Kindness Skills in Kindergarten and First Grade Children, Hannah Baker
Burnout Among Oncology Social Workers, Evelyn Camacho
Caring Comforts Drive for Monarch Services, Wendy Aguilera
Chit-Chat with HATS: Addressing Mental Health Decline through Art Therapy and Community Engagement, Zoe G. Mendez-Sosa
College Pathways and Requirements for Immigrant Parents of High School Students, Yesel Fernandez
Community-Based Substance Use Prevention Handbook, Rachael M. Kupper
Compositional Techniques for Horror Film Soundtracks, Malia L. Hernandez
Cultivating Connection: A Culturally Responsive Mental Wellbeing Curriculum for Latine Youth in Santa Cruz County, Suzzy Landeros
Cultura y Confianza: Strengthening Culturally Competent Outreach to Support Women’s Mental Health in Watsonville, Sarra L. Huerta
Designing Voice Tracks as Pedagogy: Recording Technology, Musicianship, and Rehearsal Practice in Choral Education, Brandon J. Damiani
Developing Digital Literacy and Online Safety Skills for Middle Schoolers, Alana Rose Rowley
Developing Empathy and Social Awareness Through Anti-Bullying Education, Alma Garcia-Peralta
Digital Outreach for Environmental Equity: Bridging the Nature Gap in Castroville, California Through Social Media, Phoebe C. Deacon
Early Stem Engagement for Kindergartners, Ashley G. Rocha Rocha
Effects of 1:1 Smart Device Usage on K-8 Student Learning and Long Term Retention, Cole D. Young
Effects of Access and Equity in Resources Allocation on Marginalized Elementary School Students., Giovanni Alcaraz
Effects of Censorship on Literature Books in Public Schools for K-8 Students, Sasha Mills
Effects of Chronic Absenteeism on the Academic Achievement and Learning Behaviors of Elementary School Students, Arianna M. Sanchez
Effects of Culturally (Queer) Responsive Teaching on LGBTQ+ Students, Samantha L. Alonso
Effects of Screen Time on K-6 Students’ Social and Emotional Skill Development, Brisela Avina Mendoza
Effects of Sleep Habits on Academic Performance of Mexican American Elementary School Students, Juliana Rosales
Emotions and Regulation in Preschool Children, Haley Alcala
Employment Pathways: Hands-On Training for Young Adults with Disabilities, Blanca E. Cruz Cruz
Empowering English Language Learners for Academic Success, Tiger L. Rendon
Empowering Families, Supporting Students: A Bilingual Family Engagement Initiative, Galilea Bolanos
Enhancing Emotional Regulation with Breathing Exercises and Body Movement, Katheryn Sani
Enhancing Kindergarten Readiness, Aileen Z. Chavarin-Beleche
Expanding Nature Access for Underserved Communities, Natalie Garcia
Food is Medicine: Evaluating the Effectiveness of Medically Tailored Produce Boxes, Mia Santos
From Crisis to Connection: A Safe Space For Teens, Fernanda G. Renteria Ruelas
From Custody to Community: Improving the Release Experience through the Monterey County Reentry Initiative, Diana M. Yanes
From Service To Support: Empowering Aging Veterans, Priscilla A. Mireles
Healing Words: A Resilience Memoir by the Watsonville Women, Teresa L. Munoz
Housing Stability for Domestic Violence Survivors: Strengthening Support Through a Self-Evaluation, Joanna T. Ramirez
Immigration Related Stress as a Social Determinants of Health Among Immigrants in Santa Cruz County, Jose Manuel Martinez
Impact of Dual Immersion Program on the Academic Achievement of Elementary School Students, Juliana G. Carreto
Impact of Nutrition Programs in Schools on the Well-Being of Elementary School Students, Sophia Perea Manriquez
Implementing a Teen Vaping Awareness Intervention in Monterey County, Vanessa Sanchez
Importance of Implementing Equity-Minded Pedagogy for Students in Early Childhood Education, Reina A. Yorba-Rico
Improving Attendance: A Data Analysis on the Salinas City Elementary School District Initiative, Andy S. Yanes-Majano
Improving Citizenship Preparation at Santa Cruz County Immigration Project, Destiny C. Castrejon
Improving Emotional Regulation Among Kindergarten Students, Itzel Hernandez-Rodriguez
Improving FAFSA Completion for High School Graduates, Haylee B. Padilla
Improving Follow-Up After School-Based Dental Screenings Using KOHA Data in Monterey County, Andre N. Edmond
Improving Language Access and Communication in Behavioral Health Intake for Spanish-Speaking Families, Mabel I. Collins
Improving Nutrition Education Curriculum, Angela Quintero Sepulveda
Improving Reentry Outcomes Through Phone Access: A Program Proposal for the Monterey County Public Defender’s Office, Jeralyn Molina
Improving Technology Skills and Usage for Older Adults, Jasmine Alaniz
Increasing Ageism Awareness Among College Students, Mya Melendez
Increasing Awareness of Compassion Fatigue, Stress, and Burnout in a Helping Profession, Lyndsey L. Lacey
Increasing Emotion Recognition and Self-Regulation in Second-Grade Migrant Students, Dominik I. Vasquez
Increasing Food Resource Awareness Among College Students in Monterey County, Lesley Martinez
Increasing Knowledge of Language Development in Parents of Children 0-3 Years, Grace K. Urban
Increasing Preschool Students' Awareness of The Importance of Good Hygiene, Hannah Valerie Verhoek
Increasing Student-Athletes’ Awareness on Mindset, Kayla A. Young
Intimate Partner Violence in the Queer Community, Kathleen A. Oslé
Introducing Mindfulness in the First Grade Classroom, Isabel Zuchelli
Mobility, Access, & Aging: A Community Needs Assessment of Transportation Disparities Among Older Adults, Kailey M. Manning Shannon
Navigating Higher Education: Waves of Success Mentorship Initiative, Roberto M. Davila
Power, Privilege, Place in CSUMB's Reality, Jillian Smith
Preparing for the Transition to College: A Stress-Prevention Capstone for High School Seniors, Elizabeth Bernardino Jimenez
Promoting Effective Decision-Making Skills in High School Students, Jasmine Quiroz-Piceno
Promoting Healthy Relationships Among Youth: A Community Based Educational Intervention, Cynthya N. Carrillo
Promoting Healthy Relationships Through Communication and Conflict Resolution Skills in Adolescents, Persephone G. Patrone
Promoting Mental Health Awareness Among Racially And Ethnically Diverse Women, Shyla Sherrill
Prospects and Challenges of Parental Involvement in Literacy Development in Children, Anela Mendoza
Raising Awareness of Senior Transportation Services in Monterey County, Daisy Prado
Raising Regulated Moms: Reducing Reactive Parenting Responses, Victoria J. Perez
Reducing Childhood Dental Decay: Fluoride Education Campaign with the Monterey County Health Department, Shelby L. Minter
Reducing Vulnerability to Burnout Among Family Caregivers, Stephen J. Alvarado
Rompiendo el Silencio: Overcoming Emotional Suppression and Embracing Vulnerability in the Latine Community, Destiny Jimenez
Spreading Knowledge About Coping Stress Strategies, Maya Centeno
Strengthening Capacity to Support At-Risk Youth: Expanding Resources and Organizational Readiness at The Epicenter, Maria Salinas
Supporting Newcomer Students Through Social-Emotional Learning, Maria Evelin Cabrera Ramirez
Supporting Pediatric Healthcare Initiatives Through Gaming-Based Fundraising, Stephanie J. Flores
Supporting Reentry in Higher Education: A Case Management Model for Justice-Impacted Students, Yefry S. Mata Diaz
Supporting Stress Management in First-Year College Students, Maria Cardenas Martinez
Supporting Wellness at Pantries: Enhancing Nutritional Literacy and Healthy Food Choices, Veronica M. Martinez
Supporting Women Through Evaluation: Measuring Service Impact at Gathering for Women, Shavea L. Salafai
Systemic Barriers to Behavioral Health Treatment Access for Undocumented Immigrants and Implications for Recidivism in California, Devina I. Aparicio
Teachers’ Role in Supporting Students Growing Up Missing a Parent, Jesus A. Gomez