Donor Stories

In Fulfilling a Philanthropic Promise, the Healing Begins

It began with a promise.In 2007, Marguerite Hogan told herself that one day, she would expand a scholarship program that her family had created in memory of her brother Braden (‘05, Wildlife).

For the Love of the Land and Humboldt

As a kid, Aidan Mullin was never into super heroes. His interests lay in the outdoors. He went camping, hiking, and fishing. He also gravitated to science -- dirt and plants in particular.“He was

Humboldt State University’s 2021 Distinguished Alumni

Since 1960, Humboldt State University has been recognizing the achievements of alumni when HSU launched its annual Who’s Who Award. This year, HSU celebrates its 2021 Distinguished Alumni who have

Assistantship Program to Fund Student Work on Faculty-Led Projects

Humboldt State University’s new assistantship program in the College of Professional Studies (CPS) will award 20 students funding to participate in faculty-led research and professional development

Living, Learning, and Leaving a Legacy at Humboldt

For Connie Stewart (‘88, Speech Communication), the executive director of Initiatives at Humboldt State University, the hands-on learning experiences at HSU helped make her into who she is today: an

Helping Aspiring Artists get the Supplies they Need

From the sides of city buses to book covers to murals, art is everywhere. “Art is about how it makes you feel and art is an important part of life,” says Pattie Atkinson. A professional artist who

Helping Those Who Care for Others

Many nurses will tell you that nursing is a calling, describing their role as both advocate and protector, blending art and science in the care they provide.Jack McGurk (‘66, Biology) knows from

To Students, the Gift of Knowledge

Mike Anderson believes strongly in the concept of Uomo Universale, Italian for “Universal Man,” more commonly known as the “Renaissance man,” a well-rounded individual with broad skills and knowledge

Black Lives Matter Inspires HSU Alumni

Humboldt State alumni Eric Wier (‘78, Natural Resources Planning & Interpretation) and his wife Laura Frank (‘81, Natural Resources Interpretation) had been thinking about giving back to HSU

A Donation After Their own Hearts

Local historians Jerry and Gisela Rohde have donated to Humboldt State University in various ways over the years. But recently they discovered a new program to donate to and a whole new way to make

Donors Give More Than $6 million to Humboldt State University

Over the past year, thousands of donors gave more than $6 million in charitable support through the Humboldt State University Foundation and charitable grants in support of HSU students and programs.

Hearst Foundations Grant Supports HSU Student Success

July 31, 2020—A $100,000 grant from the Hearst Foundations is helping hundreds of Humboldt State University students meet their basic needs and stay on track to graduate. The grant, awarded to

Donors Give Over $150,000 in Emergency Support for HSU Students

July 24, 2020—In the past year, donors have given $158,000 in emergency support for hundreds of Humboldt State University students. Gifts raised last year ensure that students can continue on their

Humboldt Area Foundation and Donors Raise More Than $20,000 to Support HSU Dreamers

July 7, 2020—Thanks to the generosity of donors and the Humboldt Area Foundation, more than $20,000 was raised in support of Humboldt State University California Dream Act students in June. The funds

Area Historian and HSU Alumnus Don Tuttle Remembered

June 26, 2020—The life-long impact of one HSU alumnus continues through the support of HSU students. HSU alumnus Don Tuttle (‘71, Natural Resources), passed away on May 15, 2020 at age 81.In 2018, he

Humboldt Area Foundation Pledges $10K in Matching Challenge to Support HSU Dreamers

UPDATE: Thanks to the generosity of donors and the Humboldt Area Foundation, the matching challenge was met, with over $20,000 raised in support of HSU Dreamers over the month of June. For those

Alum Gives $150,000 for Nursing Scholarships

St. Joe's graduate nurses in 1978, including Robin Smith (top left)May 28, 2020—As the new RN to BSN Nursing Program at Humboldt State University has begun accepting applications for its first new

HSU Donors Step Up Support for Students

May 11, 2020—Alumni and other supporters have been giving generously to support students at Humboldt State University.Hundreds of donors have given to provide immediate assistance to students dealing

Donors Support HSU Students During COVID-19

A HSU student checks out a laptop for distance learning. Donor funds have helped provide more laptops available from the Library.April 15, 2020—Donors are stepping up and supporting Humboldt State

HSU Student’s Passion for Building a Better World Lives on with New Scholarship

Ketly Sylla; with her brother, Terell Oliver, and sister, Kyla Oliver February 28, 2020—A Humboldt State University student’s commitment to making a difference is continuing on through a memorial

Event Celebrates North Coast Nursing Milestones

February 22, 2020—The vision of building the nursing workforce on the North Coast to improve the health and wellbeing of residents is becoming a reality.At a press conference today in Crescent City,

Professor’s Legacy Supports a New Generation of Wildlife Researchers

Stanley Harris at a scholarship reception at Humboldt State UniversityFebruary 5, 2020—Stanley Harris, who passed at the age of 91 on December 27, was a Wildlife professor at Humboldt State

Donors Give More Than $160,000 for Humboldt State Scholarships at Fundraiser

At an event sponsored by the Humboldt State University Foundation, HSU alumna Ana Cortes (left), and HSU students Benicio Benevides-Garb (center), and Jesse Bowling (right) shared how scholarships

$50,000 Matching Grant Boosts New Fund, Helps Students Finish College

Humboldt State student Nina was able to stay on track to receive her HSU degree thanks to the Student Adversity Fund.January 2020—Nicole, a Humboldt State University senior (whose name has been

Alumnus Creates Nursing Scholarship to Honor Wife’s Lifetime of Care

Diana and Michael Berman during their younger days in the service. December 2, 2019—A love of education and helping those who need help most are legacies that Michael (‘64, Industrial Arts) and Diana

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