Campus News

Humboldt State is improving access to mental health support with a new effort to prevent suicide and educate the campus community.

Faced with changing student demographics and needs, Humboldt State recently launched the Center for Teaching & Learning (CTL)—a clearinghouse of resources designed to support faculty and ultimately help them become more effective teachers.

As Jan. 1 legalization of cannabis nears, many questions remain about the future of California’s recreational cannabis industry. As part of ongoing research into the industry, The Humboldt Institute for Interdisciplinary Marijuana Research (HIIMR) has invited a prominent occupational health researcher to speak at HSU on November 30, 2017.

Humboldt State University has been recognized as a top performer in the 2017 Sustainable Campus Index.

Humboldt State’s budget information is now easier to access and understand, thanks to a new online tool introduced recently by the University’s Budget Office.

_The following was released Nov. 2 by the Humboldt County Office of Education:_ The Humboldt County Office of Education (HCOE), Humboldt State University (HSU), and community representatives have formed a council to focus on the demand for teachers and other education related positions here in Humboldt County.

In a forest 3,000 miles away, two Humboldt State students explored the ecological mysteries of seedlings and leaves for a prestigious internship through Harvard University.

How many seats in the United States House of Representatives does each state get? To answer that question, Charles Biles, award-winning Professor Emeritus of Mathematics at Humboldt State University, examines the math and politics that have shaped government and power from the founding of the country to the modern day.

Over the last year, Humboldt State faculty and students had a chance to do everything from hunt rare fungi to study the impact of the state’s drought on wildlife, thanks to more than $71 million in grant funding administered and secured by HSU.

The Campus & Community Dialogue on Race, now in its 19th year, invites students, staff, faculty, administrators, and community members to present and attend programs that relate to racial justice and its intersections with all forms of oppression and resistance.

For years, Humboldt magazine has told you the story of Humboldt State, using plenty of words. This time, we show you the University from a more visual perspective, and with far fewer words.

The Humboldt State University community is leading donation drives to help victims of the Sonoma and Napa county fires.

A new tool will allow Humboldt State students to create a detailed four-year plan, helping them avoid roadblocks, and graduate on time—or even early. The tool also helps the University plan ahead with classes and curricula, hopefully increasing HSU’s graduation rates.

Get ready for the Great Shakeout. The Humboldt State community will join millions of people worldwide who have registered to take part in the earthquake drill at *10:19 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 19.*

_Humboldt State President Lisa A. Rossbacher has signed a letter asking congressional leaders to find a legislative solution to support “Dreamers,” people qualified for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals policy._

One in 10. That’s the estimated number of people in the United States who have a disability, and it’s a statistic that has inspired a new campaign at Humboldt State.

In 2008, when Fernando Paz was a student at Humboldt State, he was driving a group of immigrants who had been swept up in a local immigration raid. They were heading south to San Francisco to take care of legal matters. Paz remembers the mood in the car was somber—until they heard Spanish-language programs on the radio.

When students arrive at Humboldt State, they may not realize the resources that are available to help them stay healthy and well. They may not even know that they can now easily seek help on a variety of topics, from financial wellness to making friends.

More than 80 percent of seniors evaluated their HSU experience as “good” or “excellent,” and said they would “probably” or “definitely” choose HSU again, according to the results of the most recent National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE).

Oct. 1 marks the beginning of the priority application period for students who want to attend Humboldt State University in Fall 2018.

Zahra Shine led a difficult childhood, suffering neglect, abuse, poverty, and mental health issues.

A fund that provides students hands-on learning experience and supports HSU’s goal of being a climate positive campus just received a major boost.

Humboldt State University, in conjunction with the city of Arcata, launched the Zagster bike share service to help students, staff, and faculty get around campus and town while reducing their carbon footprint.