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Songs, Stories, Dances: 15th Annual California Big Time & Social Gathering
The 15th annual Cal Poly Humboldt California Big Time & Social Gathering will be held on Saturday, April 5. This free event, open to the public, will be held in the West Gym from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., located in Goudi’ni (Arcata), the lands of the Wiyot people.
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Support Students and Programs for Third Annual Giving Day!
Join the Cal Poly Humboldt community—students, faculty, staff, alumni, friends, and family—on Wednesday, April 2, for an inspiring 24-hour fundraising campaign to support essential on-campus programs, resources, and scholarships.
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2025 Cannabis and Environmental Stewardship Symposium
Cal Poly Humboldt’s Cannabis Studies Program invites campus and community members to attend the second annual Symposium on Cannabis and Environmental Stewardship to empower regenerative cannabis agriculture and best practices for licensed cannabis production.
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Gallery Celebrates Historic Undamming of Klamath River
Cal Poly Humboldt’s Goudi’ni Native American Arts Gallery presents Undammed, an exhibition that celebrates the historic removal of dams on the Klamath River.
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Researchers Explore Unique Vocalizations of the Humboldt's Flying Squirrel
Humboldt's flying squirrel, recently identified as a distinct species in 2017 native to forests in the Pacific Northwest, the Sierra Nevada, and Southern California, has a unique way of communicating with ultrasonic vocalizations—sounds beyond human hearing.
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It's Spring Preview!
Cal Poly Humboldt will host its annual Spring Preview on Saturday, March 29, and April 19, welcoming prospective students and their families to campus. This informational event provides prospective students with a firsthand look at university life, academic opportunities, and the vibrant Lumberjack community.
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Honoring Cesar Chavez Day Through Annual Serve-a-Thon
For over 30 years, Cal Poly Humboldt students have honored Cesar Chavez Day by giving back to the community through the annual Serve-a-Thon. Hosted by the University’s Youth Educational Services (Y.E.S.), this large-scale volunteer event brings students together to support local organizations.
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New App: Cal Poly Humboldt SAFE
Cal Poly Humboldt is taking campus safety to the next level with the launch of Cal Poly Humboldt SAFE, a feature-rich app designed to provide real-time security and support for students, faculty, and staff. The app enhances incident response and provides innovative, powerful features for the campus community.
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Direct Admissions Offered to More Humboldt County Schools
Cal Poly Humboldt has partnered with Northern Humboldt Union High School District (NHUHSD), Fortuna Union High School District, and Ferndale Unified School District to offer direct admissions to graduating seniors.
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Journalism Students Win 26 College Media Awards
Cal Poly Humboldt Journalism & Mass Communication students took home 26 awards after a journalism conference and award ceremonies in Long Beach on March 8, including seven first-place state awards with the California College Media Association (CCMA) and four national awards with the Associated Collegiate Press (ACP).
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Honoring a Legacy in Education
Jack and Charlene Liebau have established the Marie Jacobs Liebau, Class of 1929, Endowed Scholarship for Teaching at Cal Poly Humboldt as a testament to their deep commitment to education.
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CCAA Semifinals Cap Most Successful Season Since 2015-16
Cal Poly Humboldt men's basketball saw its impressive 2024-25 campaign come to a close in the semifinals of the CCAA Tournament on Friday, falling 93-82 to No. 18 nationally ranked and top-seeded Cal State Dominguez Hills at The Sports Center in San Marcos.
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Wildlife Students Take Top Honors at Quiz Bowl Regionals
Cal Poly Humboldt Wildlife students have reaffirmed their status as the best in the west, claiming first place in The Wildlife Society’s Western Section Student Quiz Bowl in Visalia, California, on Tuesday, Feb. 4.
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2024-25 Staff Recognition Award Winners Announced
Congratulations to the 2024-25 recipients of the annual Staff Recognition Awards!
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R/V North Wind is Here!
Cal Poly Humboldt welcomed its newest research vessel, the R/V North Wind, into Humboldt Bay. The R/V North Wind traveled approximately 550 miles from Bellingham Bay, Washington, where it underwent various tests and sea trials for fine-tuning.
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Celebrating Community, Advocacy, and Collective Care
The 31st annual student-led Social Justice Summit returns to explore, “The Cultures Within Our Communities: The Advocacies We Stand For,” in a series of workshops, interactive discussions, and a block party March 3-7.
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Jacks Punch Their Ticket! Cal Poly Humboldt Secures Postseason Berth
The California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) officially announced that Cal Poly Humboldt Men's Basketball has punched its ticket to the CCAA Tournament in San Marcos, set for March 6-8, following the completion of the conference games on Saturday, March 1.
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Older Trees Remember Their Past Water Conditions
As climate change accelerates, mature forests may struggle to survive. A recent study reveals that older trees retain a ‘memory’ of past water conditions, making it harder for them to adapt to drier environments.
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Lessons from December’s Earthquake and Tsunami Warning
On Dec. 5, 2024, a magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck off the coast of Humboldt County, shaking communities and triggering a tsunami warning along Northern and Central California’s coastline. Now local experts are coming together to reflect on the event, discuss regional earthquake and tsunami hazards, and explore ways to strengthen community resilience.
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Cannabis Studies Instructor is Building Rural Resilience in Northern California
Cal Poly Humboldt Sociology instructor Daniel Mar is playing a vital role in the future of sustainable cannabis farming in Humboldt and Mendocino counties.
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Cal Poly Humboldt Named a Silver Bicycle Friendly Business Award by the League of American Bicyclists
The League of American Bicyclists recognized Cal Poly Humboldt with a Silver Bicycle Friendly Business (BFB) award, moving up from a Bronze Award and earning it a place alongside more than 1,100 businesses across the country contributing to the movement to build a more Bicycle Friendly America for everyone.
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New Designation Highlights Research-Focused Educational Experience
Cal Poly Humboldt has officially been recognized as a Research Colleges and Universities (RCU) institution by the prestigious Carnegie Classification, marking a significant milestone in the University’s growing research and innovation efforts.
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Celebrating Third Annual Fiesta Folklórica
Grown in popularity since 2023, the third annual Fiesta Folklórica, uniting Cal Poly Humboldt's Danza Azteca and Ballet Folklórico de Humboldt, will be held at the John Van Duzer Theatre on Friday, Feb. 28, Saturday, March 1 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, March 2 at 2 p.m.
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Decolonizing Renewable Energy Development
A conversation on the conflict between renewable energy development and Indigenous sovereignty takes center stage during the Decolonizing Renewable Energy Development speaker series. Hosted by Cal Poly Humboldt’s Schatz Energy Research Center, the event on Wednesday, Feb. 19 is free and open to the public and features High Country News editor-in-chief Jennifer Sahn and award-winning journalist B. ‘Toastie’ Oaster.
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Newly Admitted Black Students to Experience Humboldt Through RUSH
For many students, choosing a college isn’t just about academics—it’s about finding a place where they feel supported and at home. That’s exactly what Rising Umoja Students of Humboldt (RUSH) aims to provide.