Meet Humboldt State’s Distinguished Alumni
Humboldt State University has been recognizing the achievements of alumni since 1960 when the University launched its annual Who’s Who Award.
Alumni Stories
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The Race to Save a Critically Endangered Bird
Growing up in rural Northern California, Hanna Mounce (‘03, Wildlife) was always surrounded by animals from her county fair chickens to the injured wild birds she often found and rehabilitated.
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HSU a top Peace Corps Volunteer-Producing School
The Peace Corps announced today that Humboldt State University ranked 16th among medium-size schools on the agency’s list of top volunteer-producing colleges and universities in 2020.
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Another Environmental Science & Management Alumni Named River Manager of the Year
For the second time in eight years, a Humboldt State alum has been honored with a prestigious national award for their commitment to protecting and managing North America’s rivers.
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Wildlife Conservation in the Era of Climate Change at Woodland Park Zoo
As the Director of the Living Northwest Initiative at Seattle’s Woodland Park Zoo, Robert Long (‘91, Wildlife; Biology) spends his
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Wildlife Biologist and Author Dedicates Life’s Work to Conservation
In early 1971, Craig Harrison (‘74, Biology) had just graduated from UC Berkeley with a degree in Biochemistry.
HSU's ‘Winter Wishes’ Provides Gifts for Local Kids
The HSU community chipped in again to provide holiday gifts for 134 local children in need.
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Finding Their Way 50 Years Later
Five HSU alumni recount their 200-mile journey through Spain
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Traveling the World with Anthony Bourdain
When Josh Ferrell (‘05, Journalism) left Arcata after graduation he had little idea about what his future held.
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Transforming Tragedy into Hope: Gift Strengthens Access to Medical and Mental Health Care
September 4, 2019—When experiencing anxiety, depression, or other serious medical concerns, students may need extra support from counselors or medical professionals.
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From Humboldt to Patagonia
He didn’t set out to be an insect expert—let alone the world authority on the family of primitive crane flies Tanyderidae.
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Gift Means the World to Students
Jordan Byrd-Gentile (‘19, Spanish) says the mornings in Oaxaca are cool, afternoon rainstorms flood the streets, and every night lightning flickers in the sky like a broken porch light. Discovering
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Building the Teams That Power Silicon Valley’s Top Companies
Every spring, freshly minted HSU alumni take up the hunt for their dream jobs.
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Meet Florida’s Top Scientist
With a lifelong love of the marine environment and a B.S.
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‘Culture’ Pioneer in Silicon Valley
It was 2003, during the dot com downturn, when Katelin Holloway (‘02, Art) found herself in San Francisco. She knew she loved graphic design and wanted to be in tech, but how?
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Alumni Band Together to Encourage Community Service
May 29, 2019—Humboldt State alumni are encouraging community service and supporting education with a new scholarship.
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Former Student Inspired by Professor Creates Assistantship in the School of Business
May 6, 2019—As a student in the School of Business, Ben Gilbert (’98, Business Administration) worked alongside Professor Peter Kenyon to develop one of the first online courses used in the Busines
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Alumni Who Made an Impact in the World
Humboldt State University has been recognizing the achievements of alumni since 1960 when the University launched its annual Who’s Who Award.
ITEPP Celebrates 50 years of Supporting Native Students
HSU will celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Indian Tribal and Educational Personnel Program in the Kate Buchanan Room on Friday, April 5 from 6-9 p.m.
HSU Professor, Alumnus Join for Piano Recital
The HSU Department of Music presents a special duo piano recital featuring HSU Director of Keyboard Studies Daniela Mineva and HSU Alumnus Ryan MacEvoy McCullough on Friday, March 29 at 7:30 p.m. in Fulkerson Recital Hall.
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Behind the Scenes--and Loving it
What’s special about the performing arts? For Roman Sanchez (‘18, Theatre, Film, & Dance),it's about carving your own career path.
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Alum Named President of Utah’s Westminster College
It has been said that if you want to understand what makes us human, a liberal arts education is what you need.
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HSU Foundation Board Member Sets Example by Giving Back
January 25, 2019—Humboldt State University makes a distinct and lasting impression on students, and Laura Fisher (‘84, Geology) believes that our students are in an excellent position to change the
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Alum Works on Sustainable Roads
Californians and cars have always had a complicated relationship. We love hitting the road but hate being tied up in traffic.
Remembering Stephen Hillenburg
Spongebob Squarepants creator and Humboldt State alumnus Stephen Hillenburg has passed away. His love of marine biology and art inspired and entertained millions of people around the world, and his generous spirit will help many HSU students succeed.