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A photo of a Rangeland Resource Science field trip to Fickle Hill, in which the class is sifting through soil to analyze.

Rangeland Resource Science: Where the Field is the Classroom

Cal Poly Humboldt’s Rangeland Resource Science program turns California’s living landscapes into classrooms where students collect data amidst microgrids, wet meadows, and rolling grasslands, testing real-world solutions, and sharing findings that land managers can use right away.

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Claire Till holding a line off the side of a ship

Voyage to the Galápagos Explores How Ocean Nutrients Sustain Life

At 4:30 a.m., before the first rays of sun reach the waters surrounding the Galápagos Islands, trillions of phytoplankton drift in the dark, waiting for the light of dawn to trigger photosynthesis—the process that releases oxygen and energy into the ocean and the marine food web.

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A photo of two students shaping their hands into the shape of hearts in front of the stage at Lumberjack Weekend 2024.

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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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.

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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.

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A photo collage of three pictures including (from left to right) anthropologists excavating the hills of North Macedonia, the R/V North Wind out at sea, and a group photo of the Maple Hall alumni group that have shared 50 years of friendship.

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.

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College of the Redwoods and Cal Poly Humboldt signs

Academic Pathway Program for California Peace Officers

To support the future workforce needs of law enforcement, Cal Poly Humboldt and College of the Redwoods are creating an academic pathway program that advances careers while fostering community-centered policing.

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A photo of a blurred person walking through the de Young Museum. The photo features Indigenous artist Brian Tripp's "Someday You Might Have to Fight for What You Believe In" painting in the background.

Rooted in Place: Humboldt Alumni and Staff Shine at de Young’s New Indigenous Art Exhibition

Cal Poly Humboldt alumni and staff are at the heart of “Rooted in Place: California Native Art,” a groundbreaking new exhibition at the de Young Museum in San Francisco that highlights Northern California’s Indigenous artists. From the beaded chair of Hupa artist and Reese Bullen and Goudi’ni Gallery Director Brittany Britton (’12, Art) to works by the late Karuk painter Brian D. Tripp (’86, Art) and others, the show underscores the lasting impact of Native art.

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A photo of a student wearing a bright orange safety helmet, while looking through a monocular during a forestry class

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.

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A photo (from left to right) of Alex Stillman, Kassidy Banducci, Mike Fisher, Damon Connolly, Chris Rogers, President Spagna (scissors), Mike McGuire, Eduardo Cruz, Chrissy Holliday, Cedrik von Briel, Donyet King cutting the ribbon at the Hinarr Hu Moulik student housing complex.

Largest Student Housing Project in University History Opens: Hinarr Hu Moulik (VIDEO)

Cal Poly Humboldt has officially opened Hinarr Hu Moulik (pronounced hee-NOD huh MOO-leek), the largest student housing project in the University’s history. On Friday, the University marked this milestone with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by campus leadership, community partners, and elected officials, including California Senate President Pro Tem Mike McGuire.