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HSU a Top University in the West
Humboldt State University has been named a top University in the West by the U.S. News & World Report.
‘SpongeBob’ Creator and Wife Make $135K Gift to HSU
Stephen Hillenburg ('84, Natural Resources Planning and Interpretation) is best known for making a lighthearted—and significant—contribution to the appreciation of marine life through the creation of the hit animated television series “SpongeBob SquarePants.”
Student Beats the Odds, Wins $9,000 CSU Scholarship
Raised by a drug-addicted mother and her grandparents, Angelina Torres was once told her place was in the home—not college.
Block Party on the Plaza
Humboldt State will host a downtown block party for the first time on Friday, Sept. 14.
HSU Student Beats the Odds, Wins $9,000 CSU Scholarship
Raised by a drug-addicted mother and her grandparents, Angelina Torres was once told her place was in the home—not college.
Professor Honored for Innovation and Leadership
HSU Professor of Social Work Jennifer Maguire, who has conducted groundbreaking research into student food and housing insecurity, is among 26 faculty members in the California State University (CSU) system who received Faculty Innovation and Leadership Awards for their commitment to student success.
HSU and the 2018-19 California Budget
California’s 2018-19 Budget, signed by Governor Brown, includes $197.1 million in ongoing funding for the California State University (CSU) and an additional $161.6 million in one-time funding.
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HSU Among the Best in College Rankings
From ‘Best in the West’ to a ‘Cool School,’ HSU makes the cut on several college rankings for 2018.
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We're a ‘Cool School’
When it comes to sustainability, Humboldt State is doing well, according to the Sierra Club’s annual “Cool Schools” ranking.
State-of-the-art Ocean Chemistry Monitoring Comes to Humboldt Bay
Humboldt Bay is now home to one of the most advanced ocean chemistry monitoring instruments in the world.
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Retired HSU Professor’s Love of Science Inspires $154,000 Gift
Humboldt State Biology students who plan to pursue a graduate degree will soon have significant support from a scholarship established to honor retired HSU Professor James F. Welsh’s dedication to teaching.
Text of President’s Fall Welcome
The content from President Rossbacher’s Fall Address is available online. It includes both the slides and her prepared remarks.
Move-in Moments
Move-in day was a big success. Welcome to all the new and returning students! Browse through photos of move-in "here":https://www.flickr.com/photos/hsuevents/sets/72157698617669181/, and watch our welcome home to Humboldt "video":https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9n3YxC7YgVs&feature=youtu.be.
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Innovative New Position Helps CR Graduates Continue Education at HSU
College of the Redwoods students will have a new resource when the semester starts on August 20: a dedicated Humboldt State University employee working full time on the CR Eureka campus to help students prepare for eventual transfer to HSU.
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Major Construction, Relocation Coming to Campus
Humboldt State University’s campus will soon undergo significant changes with a $34 million seismic retrofit on the Library and Theatre Arts buildings, scheduled to be completed by Fall 2019.
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Welcome Back to Humboldt State!
Humboldt State is welcoming back students for the Fall Semester.
Fire Drill Wednesday, Aug. 8
Housing & Residence Life will hold an emergency simulation on Wednesday, Aug. 8, at 6 p.m. to test campus and community response teams.
HSU Earns 8-Year Accreditation
Humboldt State University’s accreditation has been reaffirmed for eight years by the WASC Senior Commission for Universities and Colleges (WSCUC), the organization responsible for certifying institutions in California, Hawaii, and the Pacific.
Humboldt State University to Host Fourth Annual Teachers Summit
North Coast teachers are heading to Humboldt State University for the fourth annual Better Together: California Teachers Summit on Friday, July 27.
CSU Chancellor Timothy P. White’s Statement on 2018-19 State Budget
The following message was provided by the Cal State Chancellor’s Office:
Artwork by 2018 Graduates on Display at Third Street Gallery
Humboldt State University Third Street Gallery presents _Dog Summer: Young Alumni-2018_, on exhibit from July 1 through Sept. 2. The exhibition features works by the 2018 graduates from Humboldt State’s Art Department. The title of the exhibition takes its name from the Chinese zodiac.
HSU Joins Effort to Create New Student Housing
Humboldt State University is working to finalize a partnership with the development group AMCAL to create new housing for more than 600 students near campus.
Death Valley Tests Outdoor Leadership
Located in Eastern California and stretching into Nevada, Death Valley is known to be the hottest place in the world and the driest spot in North America, receiving an average of fewer than 2 inches of rain a year.
KHSU to Help Test Earthquake Early Warning System
Humboldt State University’s public radio station, KHSU, is joining a network of state and university partners to test the ShakeAlert Earthquake Early Warning System that is being implemented on the West Coast.