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Meeting of the Minds

Celebrating the achievements of our students, “Meeting of the Minds” is a one-day event recognizing the outstanding scholarly and creative accomplishments of CSUSB graduate and undergraduate students. Join in on an opportunity to view their research and creative activities to the entire CSUSB campus and the broader community. 

 

What is the “Meeting of the Minds”

The "Meeting of the Minds" Student Research Symposium is a campus-wide annual event where CSUSB graduate and undergraduate students have the opportunity to showcase their research and creative activities (RSCA) through oral and poster presentations. This event is an excellent opportunity for students to refine their presentation skills while sharing their talents and knowledge with others. Participants with the best oral and poster presentations will receive an award and be recognized during the reception and award ceremony.

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Event Details 

  • Date: April 15-16, 2026
  • Time: TBD
  • Location: Santos Manuel Student Union South and Center for Global Innovation
  • Presentation Types: Poster, Oral, and Art Exhibit Presentations

Why Attend?

  • Discover Groundbreaking Research – Explore innovative projects across diverse fields.
  • Support Student Scholars – Celebrate the hard work and dedication of student researchers.
  • Network with Faculty & Professionals – Engage with mentors and potential collaborators.
  • Enhance Your Academic & Career Path – Learn how research experience strengthens graduate school and job applications.
  • Be Part of the Research Community – Gain insights into different disciplines and emerging topics.

Event Schedule

Coming soon March 2026!


Presentation Formats

  • Oral Presentation: 10-minute research presentations followed by Q&A.
  • Poster Presentation: Over 180 interactive discussions where students present research in a visual format.
  • Art Exhibit: Showcasing research-driven projects in the arts, design, and performance studies.

Keynote Speaker 

Stay tuned to find out who this year's keynote speaker will be!


Registration

Attendees and guests are encouraged to register now! While registration is not required, it is strongly recommended. This event is FREE and open to all.

Registration is managed through Coyote Connection. 

 Registration Link Coming Soon


Event Resources

  • Parking Information: Attendees must pay the daily rate for parking.
  • For Questions or Accessibility Requests - Contact osr@csusb.edu
  • Download Official Event Flyer 

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Explore Past Events & Research Highlights

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Congratulations to the 2025 Meeting of the Minds Student Research Symposium Winners

Best poster and oral presenter

Best Poster Presentations  College of Business & Public Administration Jeevan Sai Gali Graduate, Information Systems and Technology Faculty Me, Best Oral Presentations Mohammed Arfa Uruj (Session 1) Graduate, Computer Science, Natural Sciences Faculty Mentor: Dr. Nabeel Alzahrani…

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