Dozens of protestors continue to occupy Siemens Hall and have barricaded themselves in the building by blocking entrances with furniture, creating safety hazards. 

The campus community and families of students are understandably concerned. Campus officials continue to encourage protestors to cooperate and remain open to dialogue around a peaceful resolution to the situation. 

Significant world events and crises often hit close to home for members of our campus and local communities. The University supports free speech through open dialogue that is respectful and constructive, but will not tolerate endangering people, destroying property, and disrupting campus. 

As a community, we are committed to keeping our students, staff, and faculty safe and fostering a learning and working environment where the campus community can feel safe, included, and respected. 

Check humboldt.edu/emergency for updates. Details on the campus closure are below.

Remote Work, Instruction, and Campus Operations

The campus remains closed through Wednesday, April 24 for the safety of the campus community. Buildings are locked down and key cards won’t work. 

Academics

• Classes: In-person classes and activities are transitioning to remote where possible through Wed., April 24. Instructors are posting course updates online. 
• Off-campus academic activities: Buses will not be transporting students to field trips, but any activities such as academic internships or field placements that can be conducted safely off campus can continue.

Employees

• Remote Work: Those who are able to work remotely will continue to do so. Contact your supervisor for alternative work options. Your supervisor will contact you if you need to report to campus for work. 

Campus Services: Limited services will be available to all students. 

• Housing and dining: Students living on campus are safe and the residence halls are operating normally. The J Dining Hall will be open until 9 p.m. and will continue normal hours of operation. The College Creek Marketplace will open at 4 p.m. today until 9 p.m. tonight. The Cupboard is open normal hours, 5 p.m. to midnight. Dining hours of operation
   
• Health and counseling services: Timely Care is currently available to students and Student Health & Wellbeing Services will reopen for in-person medical and counseling appointments starting Wednesday morning for regular operating hours. Student Health & Wellbeing Services appointment info and hours of operation

Events

• The University is working to relocate athletics events and activities. Coaches will share information with athletes. 
• All other on-campus events have been canceled through Wed., April 24. 
• The University is moving forward with Commencement ceremonies and activities for our students next month.