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Fuel and Fun for Finals

As the semester winds down, the familiar rhythm of finals week returns May 12-16—and so do the programs and resources to help students finish strong. 

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Cultural exchange workshops focused on similarities between American and Filipino culture.

New International Service Learning Program Takes Students to South Africa 

This summer, Cal Poly Humboldt students will travel to Cape Town, South Africa, as part of the University’s newest International Service Learning (ISL) program.

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Scaling Our Energy Future: A Talk with Carla Peterman of PG&E

For the final talk in this semester’s Climate and Clean Energy Series—“Scaling Our Energy Future: Insights from the Utility Sector”—PG&E Executive Vice President Carla J. Peterman will describe how the utility plans to scale the energy system to meet growing power demand, decarbonization, and resiliency goals, while ensuring that energy remains affordable.

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Business Graduate Student Recognized for Environmental Storytelling

Cal Poly Humboldt graduate student Eva Kotobuki Sideris was named a finalist for Best Short Video at the 2025 Planet Forward StoryFest Competition.

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Meet Cal Poly Humboldt’s 2025 Champions of Sustainability

The ninth annual Sustainability Champion Awards program honors Cal Poly Humboldt students, faculty, and staff whose practices have deepened a culture of sustainability on campus, have furthered the integration of sustainability into academics or student life, or have reduced the University’s environmental footprint.

Alumni & Donor Stories

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A Legacy of Theater, Teaching, and Giving Back

For James Floss (‘85, Theatre Arts, ‘91, M.F.A.), education has never been just about checking off required courses—it’s a playground for curiosity and creativity.

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Alum Shapes Fan-Favorite Digital Content for Apple TV+

From “Ted Lasso” to “Shrinking,” Leesa Coble (‘97, Journalism) inspires as a creative content marketing manager for Apple TV+ by stepping into the shoes of fans, envisioning the behind-the-scenes content they crave, and masterfully weaving stories that resonate.

A photo of Marie Jacobs Liebau, who graduated from Humboldt State Teaching College in 1929.

Honoring a Legacy in Education

Jack and Charlene Liebau have established the Marie Jacobs Liebau, Class of 1929, Endowed Scholarship for Teaching at Cal Poly Humboldt as a testament to their deep commitment to education.

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Alum Creates Space for Creativity and Connection at Arcata’s The Summitt

As a philosopher, filmmaker, and passionate supporter of women’s sports, Cal Poly Humboldt Film faculty Michelle Cartier ('01, Film) founded The Summitt—a community-driven space where art, philosophy, and sports intersect.

Campus Achievements

Updates about the latest accomplishments—including latest research, publications, and awards—by students, faculty, and staff

Award Winner: Lily Yassemi
Co-Curricular: Outstanding Student of the Year

Lily Yassemi was nominated by Michelle Gledhill and Victoria…

Award Winner: Cheyenne Ty
Academics & Research: Outstanding Student of the Year

Cheyenne Ty was nominated by Sharon Tuttle and Kamila Larripa…

Dr. Barbara Clucas and graduate student Stephanie Stragier were awarded a grant from the Sequoia Park Zoo to support a study investigating habitat quality of the Western snowy plover, a threatened…

Alyssa Semerdjian received a Ranges Imaging Mini-Award for a project that will use 3D models generated from MicroCT scans to study nasal turbinates - tiny bones inside the noses of mammals that…

Dr. Sean Craig received grant funding to hire undergraduate assistants in a study aimed at protecting and restoring kelp forests. Students will conduct fieldwork, including SCUBA diving in areas…

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.