Donor Stories

Being a Student and an Agent of Change

She saw friends and family who were changed by the criminal justice system. They entered juvenile detention and left an angrier person.  Inspired by restorative juvenile justice, Destiny Turner

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

Connie Stewart smiling

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

Pattie and Glen Atkinson, of Nevada, showing their playful nature wearing bunny and flower headbands.

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

Jack and Diana McGurk standing in front of a bridge, next to a river

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

Eric Wier and Laura Frank hiking in the woods.

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

Photo of Jerry and Gisela Rohde

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

St. Joe's graduate nurses in 1978, including Robin Smith

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 student studies notebook on beach

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

A HSU student checks out a laptop for distance learning. Donor funds have helped provide more laptops available from the Library.

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