65th Annual Fresno State
Geomatics Engineering Conference
Fresno State Campus
Lynda and Stewart Resnick Student Union
5244 N Jackson Ave, Fresno, CA
January 22 & 23, 2026
Since 1958, Fresno State’s Geomatics Engineering Clubs have partnered with the surveying industry, the community, faculty and other Geomatics Engineering/Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing related businesses and agencies to host this annual celebration of the Surveying profession. By recognizing our past, present and future and connecting students to alumni, industry professionals and researchers, students will have the opportunity to discover the world of Geomatics Engineering through the eyes of the professional.
The conference focuses on a variety of areas such as:
- Land Surveying
- Photogrammetry
- Unmanned Aerial Systems
- Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
- Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
Nearly 20 guest speakers from industry, government and academia will speak about a variety of topics. Numerous scholarships will be awarded to Lyles College of Engineering. More than $1 million in scholarships have been awarded at this annual conference over the years. Several vendors also will be exhibiting the latest technologies in GIS, surveying and more.
More information about our speakers will be posted here, and more information about our vendors will be posted here.
The conference also has a banquet, which celebrates students and donors. The banquet will be held at Pardini’s. The address is 2257 W Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA 93711.
Keynote Speaker
About Dr. Scott Peterson
Dr. Scott Peterson has roots in Dallas, Texas but was born in El Paso. He received his Master’s Degree in Geomatics Engineering and a Doctorate in Civil Engineering at Purdue University. He is a Professional Licensed Surveyor (PLS) in Utah and California, and serves as a board member for NSPS CST. As an associate professor and Chair of the Geomatics Engineering Department, he has been serving the students at Fresno State University since the Fall of 2014. While he has a passion for basketball, he also has a passion for boundary law and educating his students on the public lands. He has been happily married for 22 years and enjoys spending time with his 3 boys.
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We encourage students and professionals to come and network, learn from exhibitors, participate in raffles and auctions, and enjoy learning about the trends, developments, and the profession of Geomatics Engineering!
Pricing:
General Admission – $250
Booth Regular Admission – $600
Banquet Admission (sold separately) – $60
Thursday Admission – $125
Friday Admission -$175
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