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Ocean Acidification a Challenge for Shellfish in Humboldt Bay
A sophisticated ocean chemistry-monitoring instrument installed last year has given researchers some preliminary results—and cause for concern.
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Rising to Meet the Challenges of Climate Change: 9th Humboldt Bay Symposium
On April 11 and 12, the Humboldt Bay Symposium will be held at the Wharfinger Building in Eureka. This year’s symposium, “Rising to Meet the Challenges of Climate Change,” will feature sessions on sea-level rise, ecological restoration, ocean science, and proposed and ongoing economic development in and around Humboldt Bay.
HSU Instructor Named District 'Woman of the Year'
Environmental Science & Management Instructor Natalie Arroyo was named the 2019 Woman of the Year by Assemblymember Jim Wood.
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McCrone Award-Winning Faculty, Student Honored for Research Excellence
Environmental Science & Management Professor Kerry Byrne, Biology Professor John Steele, Forestry Professor Lucy Kerhoulas, and graduate student Christopher Ramponi won awards that recognize the accomplishments of HSU’s excellent newer faculty members and students.
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Turning Off a Light The Rube Goldberg Way (Video)
The goal seemed simple: Power down. How? In the most complicated way imaginable. That was the assignment for Engineering 215 students, who built crazy contraptions as part of the annual Rube Goldberg challenge.
When it Comes to Identifying Plants, HSU No. 1 in the Nation
Humboldt State University science students and alumni know their plants.
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Where Science, Diversity, and Inclusion Issues Meet
Wildlife biologists often espouse the importance of biological diversity, but what about diversity among wildlife biologists? HSU students and an alumna, plus a student from UC Davis, were determined to answer that question by creating a documentary film.
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Study: Humboldt Bay Bivalve Business Has a Big Local Impact
As the oyster capital of California, Humboldt Bay’s bivalve business is big for the region, with a local economic impact of about $20 million in 2016, according to a survey conducted by Humboldt State University and California Sea Grant researchers.
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Years-long Biomass Study Shows Promising Results
The results are in from a four-year, $5.88-million biomass study led by researchers at Humboldt State University.
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HSU Set to Receive 884-acre Forest
Humboldt State University is on the verge of receiving an 884-acre forest near campus, which will be used for research and field experiences. The effort is possible due to a generous donation from R.H. Emmerson & Son LLC, as well as major grants from state and federal agencies.
A Pathway to Better Health Care for Native Americans
Humboldt State University has partnered with the University of Illinois to encourage and support students who study medicine to return to their rural communities and address the health care needs of Native Americans and their communities.
HSU Initiatives Support Record Graduation Rates
HSU’s Class of 2018 broke new records, with graduation rates for first-time and transfer students hitting all-time highs. The progress was thanks in part to several initiatives designed to support student success.
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Study Counts more than Half a Million Shorebirds, Highlighting Importance of Humboldt Bay
A new study shows Humboldt Bay to be one of the key sites in the western hemisphere for dozens of species of shorebird including western sandpiper, marbled godwit, and long-billed curlew.
Otters Everywhere: Countywide Art and Science Project Begins
Local river otters will be getting some colorful cousins in the next couple years.
How Do Ticks Survive Between Meals? Vitamins
One Pacific Northwest tick is quite the survivor.
‘SpongeBob’ Creator and Wife Make $135K Gift to HSU
Stephen Hillenburg ('84, Natural Resources Planning and Interpretation) is best known for making a lighthearted—and significant—contribution to the appreciation of marine life through the creation of the hit animated television series “SpongeBob SquarePants.”
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New Learning Communities Welcome Students
Three new learning communities at Humboldt State are offering first-year students extra support this fall.
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Science Research Experience for Native Students
This summer, 10 students from nine different Native American tribes and eight different universities visited Humboldt County to conduct a variety of research projects on subjects ranging from cormorants and pond turtles to aquaponics and culturally significant plant species.
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California Plain Shows Surprising Winners and Losers from Prolonged Drought
The Carrizo Plain National Monument is a little-known ecological hotspot in Southern California. Though small, it explodes in wildflowers each spring and is full of threatened or endangered species.
State-of-the-art Ocean Chemistry Monitoring Comes to Humboldt Bay
Humboldt Bay is now home to one of the most advanced ocean chemistry monitoring instruments in the world.
HSU Basketball's Kindall Murie Awarded NSF Fellowship Grant
Kindall Murie ('18, Biology) was an important part of the Humboldt State women's basketball team's postseason run this season, and now she is earning recognition for her work off the court.
HSU Announces Hundreds of Thousands in Scholarships
Humboldt State University has already awarded about $425,000 in scholarships for the next academic year, providing financial support to hundreds of incoming and current students.
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Meet Our 2018 Distinguished Alumni!
Humboldt State University has been recognizing the achievements of alumni since 1960 when the University launched its annual Who’s Who Award. This year, we celebrate six alumni who have been recognized as leaders in their fields and have been outstanding contributors to their community, nation, or Humboldt State University.
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Humboldt State's Outstanding Students of 2018
Humboldt State University's Outstanding Students of 2018-2019 were honored at an awards ceremony April 11. Congratulations to all the winners!
Sustainable Futures Speakers Series: 'Restoring Redwood Forests in a Changing Climate'
As part of the Sustainable Futures Speaker Series, Emily Burns, Director of Science for Save the Redwoods League, will present “Restoring Redwood Forests in a Changing Climate” on Thursday, March 22, 5:30 – 7 p.m.