Forest May Hold Key to Climate-resilient Future
A team of Cal Poly Humboldt staff, faculty, and students is looking at one way of helping the planet breathe better and, perhaps, reduce global warming.
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Enrollment is up at Cal Poly Humboldt for Fall 2022
With a total enrollment of 5,858, Cal Poly Humboldt surpassed Fall 2021 overall enrollment by 119 students. This is the first time since fall 2015 that a fall semester was larger than the previous fall semester.
The Story of the Klamath Mountains
Few know just how unique the Klamath Mountains are. But a new book, co-edited by Cal Poly Humboldt alumni Michael Kauffmann and Justin Garwood, illustrates the rich biodiversity and fascinating geology of the range.
Announcing Cal Poly Humboldt’s 2022-23 Budget
Cal Poly Humboldt recently published the 2022-23 annual budget. During the 2022-23 academic year, the University will be focused on the following planning efforts in collaboration with many campus partners:
Bear Witness to Conversations on Altruism with Local Leaders
Cal Poly Humboldt’s Altruistic Behavior Institute, which began as the home for Sam and Pearl Oliner’s pioneering research on characteristics of people who rescued Jews and other persecuted people during the Holocaust, will turn 40 this year.
Alumni & Donor Stories
Giving and Going Back to Humboldt
To Jacob Furgatch (‘82, Nursing), graduating from the Nursing program at Humboldt was about more than getting a bachelor’s degree. His Humboldt experience became the foundation for everything that came after – his wife, family, and a successful career.
The Picture of Success
Felix Quintana (‘14, Art), whose art has been gaining significant attention, says Humboldt was a huge influence on his artistic development and an important part of his life experience.
First Endowed Professorship at Cal Poly Humboldt
Inspired by the Cal Poly Humboldt professors who played pivotal roles in his life, Dave Shaffer (‘67, Psychology, ‘68 M.A., Psychology) has made a generous gift that will support a Psychology faculty member.
Looking out for California Workers
Katrina “Katie” S. Hagen (’94, Political Science and French) says no one knows what she does.
Campus Achievements
Humboldt in the News
Recognizing the expertise and achievements our faculty, staff, students, and alumni. Know of a story we should consider for HSU in the News? Email us at news@humboldt.edu.
Fastest Rate of Sea Level Rise on the West Coast »
City, county and state officials, working with scientists at Cal Poly Humboldt in Arcata, have created multiple reports and studies on how best to address the problem.
San Francisco Chronicle - Oct 2022
Chico State and Cal Poly Humboldt Highlighted in New Rivalries Series »
The Chico State and Cal Poly Humboldt soccer teams are being featured in the fourth episode of a new document-series produced by LG Electronics USA for the NCAA Championship Channel, as part of a three-year partnership with the NCAA, Turner Sports and CBS Sports.
Chico Enterprise-Record - Sep 2022
Hillary Clinton’s AppleTV+ Series ‘Gutsy' »
Humboldt alumna, Yurok Judge Abby Abinanti (‘70, Journalism) featured in Clintons' AppleTV+ series, "Gutsy," about women making change and a difference.
Deadline - Sep 2022
Giving the Gift of Education »
"At Cal Poly Humboldt, we often talk about being in the dream business. And for many of us at Cal Poly Humboldt, that’s a very personal statement," say President Tom Jackson, Jr. and Frank Whitlatch, vice president for Advancement.
Times-Standard - Sep 2022
Humboldt Transit Authority is set to deploy 11 New Flyer fuel cell electric buses and a hydrogen fueling station with a $38.7 million grant from the California State Transportation Agency’s Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program.
Mass Transit - Sep 2022
