Friday, April 11
Event Schedule
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Check-In
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Admissions Center, Student & Business Services Building 1st Floor Lobby
Pick-up your Preview Information Packet whenever you arrive. Packets will be available throughout the afternoon and on Saturday morning.
Drop-In Office Hours
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Various Locations
Admissions, 1st floor Admissions Center, Student & Business Services Building
Financial Aid, 2nd floor, Student & Business Services Building
Housing & Dining, 2nd floor, Jolly Giant Commons
Campus Tours
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Clocktower, University Center
Starting at 9:00 a.m. and departing every half-hour until 3:00 p.m., our knowledgeable and enthusiastic tour guides will help you become acquainted with our campus. Tours will also be available on Saturday. (Length: 1 hour)
College of Natural Resource and Science Tour will be offered at 11:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. These tours will take a deeper look into the HSU Greenhouse, Fish Hatchery, Ocean Lab, and much more. (Length: 1 hour)
Housing Tours
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Clocktower, University Center
Starting at 9:00 a.m. and departing every twenty minutes until 3:00 p.m., our knowledgeable and enthusiastic tour guides will guide you through each of our residence halls. Tours will also be available on Saturday. (Length: 1 hour)
Go to Class
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Various Locations
Sit-in on a real college lecture from a variety of HSU departments. Students will be directed to classes by HSU Student Ambassadors from the Admissions Center Lobby. (Approximately 70 classes)
To view the full list of classes, please click here: Spring Preview Go to Class List
Clubs Fair
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
University Center Quad
Meet students who participate in more than 180 clubs/organizations at Humboldt State University.
Listen to live music and see which one might be right for you!
University Welcome
4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Van Duzer Theatre
Join HSU's Associated Student President (and other guests) for an official Humboldt State University welcome. Bookstore GiftCards and other prizes awarded. Don't miss out!
Department Reception
4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Kate Buchanan Room, University Center
Learn more about the amazing academic and student service departments at HSU. Meet faculty, staff and students and enjoy sampling locally made food and beverages.
Student Services Presentations
5:45 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Various Locations
Humboldt State is a student-centered campus with a dedicated staff to help students discover a full range of activities, programs and services. (Presentations will be repeated on Saturday, April 12, at 1:00 p.m. See Saturday's Events for the schedule.)
Your First Year...Just for Students
Goodwin Forum, Nelson Hall East, Room 102
What is life really like at Humboldt State? Find out tips for being a successful student, leadership opportunities and how to get involved in the campus community. Beneficial information for transfers and incoming freshman students.
Eat, Sleep, Work, Live, Learn, Study, Play and how YOU can afford it!
Science B, Room 135
Join Housing and Financial Aid staff to learn about on and off-campus housing options, special living communities, meal plans, scholarships, grants, loans and much more. Learn how YOU can afford room, board and tuition by maximizing YOUR cash for college.
Opportunity Knocks: Jobs, Internships, Careers
Nelson Hall West, Room 130
See whales in Madagascar, work with the "big cats," intern at an art museum or anchor the evening news in Seattle. Join the Career Center staff to learn how HSU students gain access to these exciting opportunities.
We're Here for YOU! Support for Every Student
Siemens Hall, Room 115
Join the Advising Center, Educational Opportunity Program (EOP), Learning & Tutorial Center, Student Disability Resource Center, Testing Center and University Police Department to find out more about the numerous support services for students transitioning to HSU.
Preview Night at Arts! Arcata
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Downtown Arcata Plaza
Use your Arcata Resturant Coupons and enjoy a great dinner with entertainment. Arts! Arcata is a celebration of local artists and their works at more than 40 participating locations throughout downtown Arcata. Enjoy Music, Food and Incredible Art.
Friday Night Invite with Bump Foundation
8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
1st Floor Lobby, Jolly Giant Commons
Make friends at Spring Preview. Network with current and prospective students, win prizes, and get to know what life is really like at Humboldt State University. Live music performance from Bump Foundation, student DJ's spinning the latest music, games and so much more. Refreshments will be provided and activities are FREE!