Campus News

The California State University (CSU) Board of Trustees has appointed Richard A. Carvajal as president of California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt.

A proud mother of six and a Social Work major at Cal Poly Humboldt, Veronica Zaragoza has faced the challenges of balancing parenthood, education, and community advocacy with resilience and determination.

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.

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the scale of the climate crisis. But what if our collective despair isn’t the end of the story, but the beginning of a different kind of power?

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.

Cal Poly Humboldt has been recognized as a leader in sustainability by the Sustainable Libraries Initiative (SLI), becoming only the fourth academic library in the country and the second in the California State University (CSU) system to earn the initiative’s award-winning Sustainable Library Certification.

Cal Poly Humboldt came alive as more than 800 first-time students and their families arrived on campus for the annual move-in, marking the start of the Fall Semester and a new chapter in the University’s growth.

A few years ago, the idea of working at a law firm or earning a 4.0 GPA seemed out of reach for incarcerated individuals at Pelican Bay State Prison. But today, that’s not just possible, it’s a reality.

During the Spring Commencement in May, several graduates proudly wore a new sash featuring the vibrant colors of green, gold, and cardinal red.

Cal Poly Humboldt Women’s Rowing concluded an unforgettable season on Saturday, May 31, at the NCAA Division II Rowing Championships, capturing the Varsity 4+ national title and finishing as the national runner-up in the overall team standings. 

Standing as a symbol of collaboration, compassion, and creativity, a new mural at Cal Poly Humboldt was created by incarcerated artists and University students. 

With the cheers of thousands of family members and friends echoing throughout campus, Cal Poly Humboldt proudly celebrated the achievements of its Spring Class of 2025 during commencement ceremonies held Saturday.

Kinesiology Professor Young Sub Kwon, Music Professor Daniela Mineva, and Mathematics Professor Dale Oliver are being recognized for their excellence in teaching and scholarship.

Cal Poly Humboldt received a new Carnegie Classification designation that recognizes it as a model in fostering student success.

Three Cal Poly Humboldt students represented the University with extraordinary distinction at this year’s CSU Research Competition in April, each earning awards in their respective categories.

Cal Poly Humboldt is on the rise when it comes to podcasts. The College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences recently released three new podcasts with the aim to educate, inform, and think critically about our world.

These 2024-25 Outstanding Students Awards recognize the academics and co-curricular excellence and achievements of our students. Congratulations to this year’s winners and nominees!

Cal Poly Humboldt will honor nearly 1,000 graduates this spring with ceremonies that reflect the University’s deep sense of community, celebration, and commitment to student success.

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.

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.

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. 

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

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.

Cal Poly Humboldt proudly stands as a leader in environmental stewardship within the California State University system, now boasting the highest number of fellows in the Switzer Environmental Fellowship program.

The Cal Poly Humboldt Department of Dance, Music & Theatre presents the festive steelpan sounds of the “Humboldt Calypso Band” with a special guest—internationally acclaimed Caribbean steelpan artist, Johann Chuckaree.