Parents & Family Fund Support the student experience at Humboldt State University

HSU thanks the proud families who supported students last year through the Parents & Family Fund. One such family that supports the campus is Richard Lambie and his wife Sandy, whose daughter, Sarah, recently became an HSU alumna. "Sarah graduated last year with a Psychology degree, and I am proud to say she was offered a full-time teaching job, winning out over candidates with master's degrees," Richard says. "When I hear about successes like these, I am more committed than ever to insuring that future students receive a high-quality Humboldt education. That is why Sandy and I support the Humboldt Parents & Family Fund."

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Letter From Humboldt

Parents & Family Newsletter: Stay involved with your student's experience at Humboldt State

Humboldt State will be your student's home away from home for the next several years. We hope that you will feel at home here, too. Here are some resources for you to learn about our community and stay involved in your student's experience:

Humboldt Orientation Program »

During our June and July family orientation program, guests can stay on campus and enjoy experiences designed just for family.

Been There Done That »

Tips from other HSU families on matters large and small.

10 ways to support your student

- Compiled by a Student

  1. Send mail and care packages (they make us feel special)
  2. Learn to love email, instant messenger and video chats
  3. Tell us you are proud of us
  4. Keep us updated on what is going on at home and try to keep us involved in family life
  5. Write us (even if we don't write back)
  6. Ask what we have learned, not just the grade we got
  7. Visit (not too often – and call first)
  8. Call us (set up a weekly time)
  9. Encourage us to explore new subjects and interests
  10. Sometimes just listen. We may just need to get our thoughts straight and it helps to have someone who listens