The California Water Institute at Fresno State announced Laura Ramos has been appointed director, after serving in an interim role since January 2023. Since that time, Ramos guided the institute through significant advancements in research, educational partnerships and community outreach. … Ramos played a key role in launching several educational initiatives including the option for Fresno State students to minor in water education, the Water Book Club, the Water Bootcamp in both English and Spanish and the Legislative Water Bootcamp in partnership with the Maddy Institute. She has also co-authored several reports and publications and secured nearly $1 million in grants during her tenure as interim director.