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The transition of services managed by University Center is underway. Humboldt State University is working diligently to transition all University Center services effective January 9, with immediate priorities being continuity of services and retaining as many UC employees as possible.

The HSU community chipped in again to provide holiday gifts for 124 local children in need.

After careful consideration, the California State University and Humboldt State University have decided to formally end the CSU’s operating agreement with University Center. All services provided by University Center will continue under the direction of HSU as of the close of business on January 8, 2021.

After careful consideration, the California State University and Humboldt State University have decided to formally end the CSU’s operating agreement with University Center.

Join CSU Chancellor Timothy P. White for a live-streamed conversation with Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. The virtual event will also include a Q & A session between Dr. Fauci and CSU campus presidents.

Every college semester ends with the age old tradition of exams.

A Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) since 2013, Humboldt State is continuing to holistically support students of color on their pathway to graduation with the Diverse Male Scholars Initiative.

Biologists and anglers alike have long considered spring and fall run Chinook salmon to be different animals due to variations in fat content, maturity, and appearance. But a recent study sheds new light on how Chinook (or king) salmon are genetically quite similar and why this may help the native salmon population in the Klamath River.

From youth poetry to cutting-edge climate research, Humboldt State publications and articles have been downloaded over 30,000 times by readers across the world in 2020.

The following was sent from the CSU Chancellor's Office:

Prospective CSU students may file by December 15 to meet the priority application window for fall 2021.

Four universities. One college. Five presidents. All have long and distinguished careers in higher education that began with degrees at Humboldt State University.

The following message was sent by the California Collegiate Athletic Association:

This October, Humboldt State senior Melanie Zhao was named a winner in Zumiez' "Stand Up Campaign," a nationwide contest for activism in the arts.

In a higher education landscape that’s largely gone virtual in response to the global pandemic, the HSU community has a new option: exploring the Humboldt State campus in the digital world of Minecraft.

The California State University has asked Humboldt State University to undertake a self-study toward becoming designated a polytechnic.

As the COVID-19 pandemic bears down on the country for a 10th consecutive month, college students are facing even greater challenges in meeting their basic needs.

Rising through the ranks of higher education, Cathy A. Sandeen (’76, Speech Pathology) has now been named president at California State University East Bay (CSUEB). Sandeen, currently the chancellor of the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA), will take the helm on January 4, 2021.

HSU students who volunteer through Youth Educational Services are keeping the spirit of community service alive and well in creative and remote ways during the pandemic, such as a pen pal program.

Despite the incalculable opportunity and financial mobility afforded by a college education, many young people don’t envision themselves at four-year universities--especially those facing the greatest hurdles to get there.

The Humboldt State University Foundation - the non-profit organization that accepts donations and manages the endowment for the University - has made a new investment in local real estate. It completed the purchase of nearly eight developable acres within one mile of campus that is known as Craftsman Mall.

Recognized for her leadership and innovation during a challenging educational climate, HSU School of Education instructor and HSU alumna Nora Wynne was named a 2021 California Teacher of the Year. This is the first time a Humboldt County educator has been recognized with the honor since 1996.

Despite the uncertainty of higher education during the pandemic, Humboldt State experienced an 8% increase in the number of new graduate students from last year and the highest number since 2017.

Some of the top items at the 35th Annual Humboldt State University Department of Athletics were the Yeti Tundra Haul Cooler, Two-Night Stay and Dinner for Two at Albion Inn, and a Tom Brady Signed Autograph Football.

Humboldt State joined thousands of campuses on Sunday in a virtual celebration of first-generation students.