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
Donor Stories
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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,
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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
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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
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$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
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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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HSU Foundation Expands Social- and Eco-Conscious Investments
November 25, 2019—In 2014, Humboldt State University announced its commitment to green up its endowment investments.Five years later, the Humboldt State University Foundation (HSUF)--the University’s
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Endowed Scholarship Honors Rowing Coach Robin Meiggs
Recently retired Humboldt Women’s Rowing Coach Robin Meiggs (R) and husband Scott Heller at the November 21 ceremony honoring Meiggs.November 22, 2019—Recently retired Humboldt Women’s Rowing Coach
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Donors Gave $7 Million to Humboldt State University
Nov 12, 2019—Over the most recent year, thousands of donors gave $7 million in charitable support through the Humboldt State University Foundation and charitable grants to support students and
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Donors Create $4,000 HSU Scholarship for Fortuna High School Grads
October 23, 2019—Dan and Cindy Phillips have made a gift of $250,000 to support Fortuna High School graduates who attend Humboldt State University.The Dan & Cindy Phillips Fortuna Scholarship is
Humboldt Area Foundation Invests $300,000 in North Coast Nursing Program
September 28, 2019—Humboldt State University’s RN-to-BSN Nursing program received another boost today — a $300,000 grant from the Orvamae Emmerson Endowment Fund of the Humboldt Area Foundation.
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St. Joseph Health Invests $2 Million in North Coast Nursing Program
Standing with nursing students are (from left to right) State Senator Mike McGuire; College of the Redwoods President Keith Flamer; Humboldt State University President Lisa Rossbacher; and Roberta
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Alum’s Giving and Volunteerism Going Strong after 30 Years
December 3, 2018—David Kalb (‘76, Political Science) was politically active as a student at HSU. He served on the student council, and as student body president from 1975-76. The experience taught