Research and Sponsored Programs

Central California Research Symposium Logo Competition

Submit your logo design for a chance to represent the 2028 Central California Research Symposium (CCRS)! Open to Fresno State students only.

Submissions due on Sept. 22, 2027 by 5 p.m.

We’re excited to launch the next cycle of the CCRS Logo Competition! Open to all Fresno State students, this contest invites you to design a logo that captures the spirit of research, innovation, and collaboration at the Symposium. The winning design will receive $250 and be featured during the Plenary session at the event.

Full Competition Guidelines

The purpose of the Symposium is to share recent research
with community investigators in various fields, college
students, and faculty as well as to encourage research
activities in the Central Valley. All fields of research will be considered for presentation to exchange further ideas among
investigators and the general public.

All individuals, including faculty, residents, graduate and
undergraduate students are encouraged to submit
abstracts.

Learn more on the official CCRS page

Submit here!

Introducing the Winner of the 2027 Logo Competition for the 48th Annual Central Calfornia Research Symposium

The inspiration for the logo, in the artist’s own words:

"The logo for the 48th Central California Research Symposium reflects the spirit and landscape of Central California. The green mountains represent the Valley and its strong connection to community, growth, and resilience. The golden sun rays in the background symbolize a bright future, innovation, and new discoveries made through research each day. All in all, the design highlights stellar work in academia and the continued pursuit of knowledge that inspires future generations of scholars and leaders." - Amira Yousaf, College of Science and Math

Amira Yousaf, logo competition winner

QUESTIONS? Reach out to Sarah Chaffins, the competition administrator, by emailing schaffins@mail.fresnostate.edu.