Campus News

UC Employee Transition Underway

Humboldt State University’s Office of Human Resources is working to complete the transition of University Center employees into new positions.

Statement on Governor’s 2021-22 January Budget Proposal

“Governor Newsom’s 2021-22 January budget proposal provides a welcome reinvestment in the California State University and demonstrates his continued belief in the power of public higher education in developing future leaders of our state and improving the lives of the residents of California," says California State University Chancellor Joseph I. Castro.

University Continues with Transition of UC Services

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.

Join a Virtual Conversation with Dr. Anthony Fauci Friday, Dec. 18

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.

A Tiny Difference in Genetics is Good News for Salmon Conservation

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.

Minecraft: Humboldt State Edition

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.

Alumna Named Cal State East Bay President

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 Foundation Makes Major Local Investment

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.

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California Teacher of the Year

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.

Enrollment in Graduate Programs Increases at HSU

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.