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Putting diversity into high-tech

In an age where almost every daily transaction involves some type of computer technology, individuals with professional training in the computing sciences are in growing demand. This is particularly true in many of California’s Native American communities.

Learning in a tropical classroom

For some disciplines there is simply no substitute for rigorous fieldwork. HSU’s Anthropology Department, understanding this need, is offering an intensive field program that takes students to one of the world’s premiere biological spots in Costa Rica.

Jacks put newly-acquired top standing on the line

ARCATA — Another pivotal roadtrip looms ahead for the Jacks, who head to Southern California on Thursday for two CCAA games. On Friday, Humboldt State faces Cal Poly Pomona, and on Saturday the Lumberjacks battle Cal State San Bernardino. Both games are scheduled for a 7:30 p.m. tipoff.

Cal Poly Pomona, Cal State San Bernardino up next

ARCATA — The California Collegiate Athletic Association reaches the halfway point of its season for Humboldt State following this week’s road games. The Lumberjacks take on Cal Poly Pomona in the Broncos’ Kellogg Gym on Friday, then face Cal State San Bernardino in Coussoulis Arena on Saturday. Both games begin at 5:30 p.m.

Richmond Urges Internet Action

Arcata - The recommendations of the Governor’s Broadband Task Force to foster distance learning, Internet tutoring, off-campus educational partnerships and rural technology and jobs “are extremely important opportunities for the North Coast and its future,” Humboldt State University President Rollin Richmond said on the unveiling of the task force’s report January 17.

Back in the East Gym, Jacks face Chico and Stanislaus

This Week’s Games: Following a road split, the Lumberjacks seek a home sweep this week when they face Chico State and Cal State Stanislaus in California Collegiate Athletic Association games. First up is Friday’s 5:30 p.m. game against the Chico State Wildcats, the top end of a doubleheader that finishes with the men’s game. On Saturday, Cal State Stanislaus goes up against the Jacks in another twinbill opener set for 5:30 p.m.

Jacks hope to sell out twice this week

This Week’s Games: Familiar rivals Chico State and Cal State Stanislaus travel to Arcata this week for men’s basketball matchups with the Lumberjacks. On Friday, the Chico State Wildcats will visit for a 7:30 p.m. tipoff, and the Cal State Stanislaus Warriors will be in town for Saturday’s game at the same start time. Both games are the latter half of a doubleheader that begins with the women’s contests.

HSU sees big rise in applicants

Arcata - The number of freshmen applications to Humboldt State University has risen dramatically again this year, as students throughout California show a growing interest in the campus.

HSU women look to extend recent success

ARCATA – After a two-game winning streak, the Lumberjacks continue California Collegiate Athletic Conference games with a weekend road-trip. They begin their weekend traveling to San Francisco to take on the San Francisco State Gators, then head south to Seaside to face the Cal State University Monterey Bay Otters. The Jacks kick off the back-to-back double headers, Friday and Saturday nights, with a 5:30 p.m. tip-off.

Bay Area roadtrip up next for Lumberjacks

ARCATA — After splitting last week’s games, the Jacks seek a sweep this week when they travel to face San Francisco State and CSU Monterey Bay. Humboldt State faces off against the S.F. State Gators at 7:30 p.m. Friday, then takes on the CSUMB Otters at the same time on Saturday. Both games are the latter half of doubleheaders tipped off with the women’s contest, and both count in the California Collegiate Athletic Association standings.

Focus The Nation At HSU

Arcata – Humboldt State University will be among 1,100-plus educational institutions participating in the “Focus the Nation: Global Warming Solutions for America National Teach-In and Town Hall Meeting” at the end of the month.

Chamber Groups Play Rare Classics

Arcata - Redwood Coast musicians comprising a trio of chamber groups will perform rare works by Mozart, Beethoven and Bach and classic ragtime numbers on Sunday, January 20, at 8:00 p.m. in Humboldt State University’s Fulkerson Recital Hall.

Adult Learning Garners $100K

Arcata – The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Humboldt State University has received a $100,000 renewal grant from the Bernard Osher Foundation of San Francisco to continue low-cost education for Humboldt County adults more than 50 years old.

Road/home contests up next for women's squad

ARCATA — California Collegiate Athletic Conference games resume this week when the Lumberjacks first travel to face Sonoma State, then come home to take on UC San Diego. The Jacks kick off a doubleheader on Thursday with a 5:30 p.m. tip-off in Rohnert Park. They’re in the East Gym on Saturday, hosting UC San Diego at the same time as the top half of a twinbill that is followed by the men’s game.

CCAA schedule resumes vs. SSU, UCSD

ARCATA — Humboldt State takes its 7-2 overall record and 2-0 league mark to Rohnert Park for a California Collegiate Athletic Association game against Sonoma State on Thursday. The Lumberjacks travel back to Arcata for Saturday’s 7:30 p.m. game against UC San Diego in the East Gym.

Spreading Holiday Cheer Year-Round

Arcata - If you're on the lookout for a merry band of revelers this holiday season, you need look no further than the happy hearts at the Student Health and Counseling Center at Humboldt State University.

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Environmentalist Named Top Prof

“Students should be explorers, not followers” That is the creed of one of Humboldt State University’s top environmentalists, Carolyn Ward, named Outstanding Professor of 2007/2008.

Nation’s Top Teacher at HSU

Arcata – Washington State’s Andrea Peterson, 2007 National Teacher of the Year, will speak at Humboldt State University and share her philosophy of cross-curricular education, in which math, reading and the fine arts are integrated to educate the whole person.

Internet Project Surveys Public Needs

Arcata – Redwood Coast Connect, the pilot program led by Humboldt State University for regional Internet access, is conducting a telephone survey this month of residents of Del Norte, Humboldt Mendocino, and Trinity Counties. Project officials encourage the public to take a few minutes to answer the needs survey at home or work.

Student Health Unit Reaccredited

Arcata - Humboldt State University’s Student Health and Counseling Center, which is putting the finishing touches to a $500,000 modernization, has received a fresh stamp of approval from the national organization that monitors the facility’s medical services.

Schatz Lab To Get New Home

The Humboldt State University Advancement Foundation’s Finance Committee approved the release of $2.1 million for the construction of a new laboratory facility for the Schatz Energy Research Center at its November 28 meeting. The money will be drawn from a fund created by the late Dr. Louis W. Schatz, who provided the original financial support for SERC’s establishment and left additional funds for SERC in his estate.

Student Innovates for Fire & Light

With an energy bill that runs somewhere around $15,000 a month, reducing your energy use by as much as 30 percent would seem like a dream come true. For the Arcata-based dinnerware makers Fire & Light this is about to become a reality, thanks to an innovative design from HSU Applied Technology senior Ben Davis.

Library Honors Distinguished Faculty

Humboldt State University Library will recognize Professor James Floss at noon on Saturday, Dec. 8, at the Aquatic Center on the Waterfront in Eureka for a quarter century of teaching service, including the incorporation of library information in Communication Studies.

First Street Gallery Hosts Holiday Invitational Exhibit

Humboldt State University’s First Street Gallery is excited to present the 2007 Holiday Invitational Exhibition. This is event brings together a powerful trio with HSU Alumni showcasing their talent, the students who manage and plan the show, and most of all, the north coast community members who continually support the First Street Gallery.

Faculty Sought for Career Expo

Humboldt State’s Career Center urges faculty to save the date for next semester’s Career Expo and Volunteer Fair and encourage student attendance at the Friday, Feb. 15 event, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the West Gym.