The FE exam, administered by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES), is a rigorous assessment covering 14 engineering domains, including mathematics, materials science, ethics, and structural analysis.

The achievement reflects UOG's commitment to produce engineering graduates ready to join the professional workforce and poised to meet the evolving infrastructure and technology needs of the region.

"Our engineering program is integral to building Guam's future," said Dr. Anita Borja Enriquez, UOG President. "We are proud to see our students achieve this important milestone as part of their pursuit of their engineering careers." The faculty and staff of the School of Engineering are extremely proud of what the seniors have accomplished.

"Passing the FE exam is a testament to our students' hard work and the quality of education they receive at UOG," said Dr. Hiroshan Hettiarachchi, Dean of the School of Engineering. "These graduates are now better equipped to contribute meaningfully to Guam's engineering and construction industries."

Building a Foundation for the Future

The graduates were honored during the School of Engineering’s Recognition Ceremony on May 15, 2025, celebrating their accomplishments and the promising futures that lie ahead.

Several of the graduates who passed the FE exam shared insights into their experiences as engineering students and future licensed Professional Engineers.

"In civil engineering, we don’t just build bridges—we get over them. Hard work lays the foundation, sometimes reinforced with caffeine and chaos," shared Christian G. Baluyut, an Engineering Intern with NAVFAC Marianas.

Quoting Nelson Mandela, Stanley S. Kho, a Junior Civil Engineer/Staff Engineer-Designer at Duenas, Camacho & Associates, added, "It always seems impossible until it's done."

"Engineering is not an easy task—it can be messy, expensive, and full of unexpected delays. But just like the projects we work on, we are all under construction," said Anna Lhyn O. Mallari, a Structural Designer at SSFM International. "The School of Engineering has helped build a strong foundation for our future."

Mallari also encouraged underclassmen to consider taking the FE exam before graduation:

"The concepts are still fresh, and studying with your classmates makes it less stressful and even a little fun. It's a great way to start building confidence as an engineer early on."

Last September, UOG’s Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering program earned the maximum six years of accreditation from ABET, formerly known as the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.