A gallery of photos from Fall Commencement is available to view here.
More than 2,500 guests joined the celebration, along with over 90 faculty members who came to honor the achievements of students from the College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences, the College of Professional Studies, and the College of Natural Resources & Sciences.
“This day is a powerful reminder of what perseverance, community, and opportunity can create,” says Advancement Events and Commencement Coordinator Shannon Collart. “Commencement doesn’t just mark the end of our students’ time at Humboldt—it marks the beginning of everything they are ready to contribute to the world.”
Before the ceremonies, families and friends enjoyed performances by several campus organizations, including the Ballet Folklórico de Humboldt Club, the Yolteotl Danza Azteca Club, the Mariachi de Humboldt Class, and the Inter-Tribal Drummers Circle.
The ceremonies also featured inspiring messages from student speakers. Eduardo Cruz, a senior Biology major and president of Associated Students, shared reflections grounded in advocacy, resilience, and the importance of uplifting students from all backgrounds. CSU Trustee Carson Fajardo, a Master of Public Administration student at CSU San Bernardino, encouraged graduates to continue leading with purpose, drawing from his own record of student-centered leadership.
Each ceremony was live-streamed and is available to view on the Commencement website.