Lumberjack Weekend 2025 Goes Funkadelic with Legendary Musicians
Get ready for an unforgettable, groovy weekend at Cal Poly Humboldt’s annual Lumberjack Weekend 2025. From Thursday, Oct. 2, to Sunday, Oct. 5, the campus will come alive with live music, carnival games, food trucks, and family-friendly activities.
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Building a More Accessible Cal Poly Humboldt
Cal Poly Humboldt is strengthening its commitment to accessibility through a coordinated effort to improve pathways, policies, and resources.
New Mammal Species Discovered in Peruvian Andes
During an expedition to the Peruvian Andes in 2018, a team of researchers exploring Abiseo River National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, made an extraordinary discovery: a previously undocumented species of marsupial.
Interim President Michael Spagna Reflects on Transformative Year
Transition is in the air—not just seasonal, but deeply transformative. With Richard Carvajal set to take the helm of Cal Poly Humboldt, Interim President Michael Spagna reflects and prepares to step aside at the end of the fall semester. At this pivotal chapter for the University, Spagna leaves behind a legacy of renewal, grounded in collaboration and an unwavering focus on students.
Humboldt Magazine Goes Digital
Cal Poly Humboldt’s publication, Humboldt Magazine, is entering a new era. The Fall 2025 edition marks the magazine’s first fully digital release, offering readers an immersive experience with expanded photo galleries, behind-the-scenes video, and interactive storytelling.
Alumni & Donor Stories
A Year of Giving and Innovation
Cal Poly Humboldt alumni, faculty, staff, parents, community members, and friends came together to provide unprecedented support for students and programs. With more than 11,400 gifts totaling over $13.4 million, donors demonstrated their commitment to academic excellence, student success, and research innovation over the past fiscal year 2024-25.
From the Redwood Bowl to the NFL: Coaching with Heart, Purpose, and a Humboldt Foundation
When Robert Prince (‘89, Math, ‘91, M.S. Physical Education) arrived at Humboldt in 1985, it was the beginning of a lifelong journey grounded in hard work, passion, and a deep love for football—not just the game, but the people who play it.
From Bird Rescue to the “Kelly Clarkson Show,” Alum Takes Flight
For Jennifer Martines (‘17, Wildlife), a love of animals started in a neighborhood library in Los Angeles, where librarians would hand her books about wildlife. That childhood curiosity, nurtured by hard-working parents who worked two jobs to support her, eventually led her to Cal Poly Humboldt—and later, to national recognition on “The Kelly Clarkson Show.”
A Lifetime of Giving, One Gift at a Time
For David Tyler (‘83, English, Philosophy), giving back to Cal Poly Humboldt has always been about showing up—consistently, thoughtfully, and with heart.
Campus Achievements
The rapid rise of generative AI has brought both excitement and concern to higher education, particularly for faculty and students adapting to these new tools in their daily work. Beyond simple…
Graduate student Jesse Laine, with Drs. Monica Sheffer and Kerry Byrne, are investigating how grassland restoration shapes insect populations in Northern California’s coastal prairies.…
Dr. Armeda Reitzel, Professor Emeritus, and her student, Arlonna Hadley, delivered a presentation titled "Students ACE IT! Students as Amazing, Creative, Enlightening Innovators and Teachers!" at…
Dr. Troy Lescher and Monique Rodrigues (Class of 2025) recently published “Doctoral Projects in Progress in Theatre Arts, 2025” for the Association of Theatre in Higher Education (ATHE). This…
With support from the Maxwell/Hanrahan Foundation, Dr. Pedro Peloso (Biological Sciences) and Professor Brandice Guerra (Arts + Film) launched EXTINOS, a scientific illustration internship program…
Humboldt in the News
Recognizing the expertise and achievements our faculty, staff, students, and alumni. Know of a story we should consider for Humboldt in the News? Email us at news@humboldt.edu.
Mystery creature found in 'forbidden cloud forest' of Peru is new species of marsupial »
While exploring the region around an archaeological site in the Peruvian Andes, Cal Poly Humboldt researchers discovered a never-before-seen creature. The tiny, big-eyed marsupial — named Marmosa chachapoya — is a newly identified species of mouse opossum
Live Science - Sep 2025
Scientists Photograph Newly-Discovered Marsupial In Peruvian Cloud Forest »
A team of Cal Poly Humboldt researchers discovered and photographed a new species of marsupial while exploring the Abiseo River National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site in the Peruvian Andes. The new little mammal is strange, tiny, and adorable, and only one specimen has been observed.
PetaPixel - Sep 2025
Cal Poly Humboldt professor finds a new opossum species »
During an expedition to the Peruvian Andes in 2018, a team of researchers exploring Abiseo River National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, made an extraordinary discovery: a previously undocumented species of marsupial.
Press Democrat - Sep 2025
Richard A. Carvajal has been named president of California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt.
The Edu Ledger - Sep 2025
Cal Poly Humboldt names new president »
California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt’s ninth president will be Richard A. Carvajal, who currently leads Valdosta State University in Georgia.
EdSource - Sep 2025
