Donor Stories

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

Geology Students Test Their Skills in the Mountains of Montana with Alumni Support

August 31, 2017—This summer, a group of HSU Geology students braved the blazing sun and rugged terrain of southwestern Montana to test their skills as geologists. During this immersive five-week

Young Alumna’s Monthly Gift Boosts Education and Sustainability

May 24, 2017—Julia Clark only recently graduated, but she’s already doing what she can to give back and support current HSU students.Since September of 2016, Julia (’15, Environmental Science) has

Retired Schoolteacher Leaves $700K Bequest to Support Future Educators

March 2, 2017—HSU alumna Alice Whitson (Education ‘53) recently left a $678,947 bequest to support future teachers at Humboldt State University. Alice’s bequest will go toward enhancing the Multiple-

Hall of Fame Alum Reflects on Racial Injustice, Hunger, and Paying it Forward

February 1, 2017—Vester Flanagan’s (’61, Education) life is a testament to the power and possibility of higher education. The HSU Athletic hall of famer has been a pro football player, scholar,

Giving to Scholarships at HSU

Giving to scholarships provides an opportunity to directly impact a student’s life. As costs of public education continue to rise, more than two-thirds of our students must rely on financial aid.

Alumni Couple, Both Employees, Are Big HSU Supporters

"Humboldt State is a fun place to collaborate,” says Kumi Watanabe-Schock, who, along with her husband, Jay Schock, gives time and money to numerous causes and organizations across campus. Kumi and

Celebrating HSU Staff and Faculty Philanthropy On and Off Campus

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The Joy of Giving: Alumni Supports Future Students

Bill Joy (‘66, Physical Education) really likes helping students. That's why he established a charitable gift annuity with HSU.Bill has a selfless perspective when it comes charitable giving. “I’m

Alum Supports HSU with Conservation-Minded Gifts, Volunteer Work

On a recent visit to HSU, Dan Sealy (‘75, Natural Resources) had a chance to visit his favorite place on campus, the small redwood grove between the biology and wildlife buildings.It is fitting that

HSU Advancement Foundation Chair Supports Undocumented Students with New Scholarship

A new scholarship established by Heather Bernikoff (’93, Psychology/Pre-Med), Chair of the HSU Advancement Foundation Board, is helping undocumented HSU students stay at Humboldt State.When asked why

HSU Alum’s $200,000 Gift to Library Supports Students

An HSU alum who worked as a student at the Library has left Humboldt State University a $200,000 bequest for the Library.Malcolm Buchanan (‘50, English) worked alongside Librarian Helen Everett as a

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