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Humboldt State University Alumnus Robert Thomas (’85) has received a 2007 Distinguished Service Award from the Geological Society of America for his 10 years of work with the society’s GeoVenture program. More»

 

Robert C Thomas

When he graduated from Humboldt State in 1970, Peter Underhill never imagined that students around the world would one day study his life’s work. Thirty-seven years later, however, Underhill’s research on the Y chromosome has shed new light on the history of human evolution. More»

 

Robert C Thomas

HSU alumnus Lyle Laverty '65 was named Assistant Secretary of the Interior for Fish and Wildlife and Parks. More»

 

Side Notes

alumni survey

A big thanks to all the alums who participated in the fall Alumni Survey. With an extended deadline of December 7th, 188 alums gave us their time and their opinions. Congratulations to Beryl Anderson, Merlin Hehnke, and JoAnn Haworth, winners of the survey prize drawing.

 

Thank you

Thank you to the record number of alumni who made a gift to HSU during the last school year. Your generosity helps keep our high-quality and hands-on education within students' reach.

 

 

HSU Women's Basketball

Lumberjacks look for return trip to postseason. Having attended the dance, then having to sit by the side and watch others participate, Humboldt State's women's basketball veterans have learned that they definitely prefer the former. More»

 

HSU Men's Basketball

Lumberjacks set to take patient steps toward lofty goals. Disappointed after a narrow loss to CSU San Bernardino in the regional final that they hosted, Humboldt State’s returning players are eager for an opportunity to make the next step to the Elite Eight this season. More»

 

Happy Holidays from HSU Alumni Relations

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2008 Distinguished Alumni Banquet - Save the Date

Distinguished Alumni awardOn April 18, 2008, the HSU Alumni Association will proudly host its annual Distinguished Alumni Awards Banquet. All alumni are invited to attend this prestigious event. This year, the event will be held on Friday night. Save the date and make plans to attend. More»

 

HSUAA Scholarship Recipients Announced

HSUAA Scholarship RecipientsCongratulations to the recipients of the spring 2008 HSUAA Scholarship. Jessica Poletski is a Junior working toward a BA in Sociology with a minor in Women's Studies, and Brian Lancaster is a Senior working toward a double major in English and History. More»

 

Alumni Association Fall 2008 Scholarship

HSUAA ScholarshipApplications are being accepted for two $1000 HSUAA scholarships for the Fall 2008 semester.  Applicants must be registered full-time students at Humboldt State University in an undergraduate, graduate, or credential program and have a qualifying relationship with an HSU alumnus(a). Scholarship Application»

Alumni Piano Performance and Reception

Ryan MacEvoy McColloughRyan MacEvoy McCullough '05 will be giving a solo piano performance on Saturday, January 12, 2008, at the Arkley Center for the Performing Arts.  Join the Alumni Association in honoring Ryan at a reception immediately following the performance. Tickets available through the Arkley Center. More»

Membership - Life Conversion

2008 Life Conversion Take advantage of applying up to three years of your annual dues toward a Life Plan or Life membership. Convert your previously paid dues before December 31, 2008, and save!  More»

 

New Health and Life Group Insurance Benefit

Marsh Affinity GroupThe Alumni Association is pleased to announce our recent partnership with Marsh Affinity Group Services, which provides you with exclusive access to several programs, including Level Term Life Insurance, Major Medical, Catastrophe Major Medical, Short Term Medical, and Long Term Care. Because you are grouped with your fellow alumni, you may get a lower rate than those quoted on an individual basis. More»

Homecoming 2007

Homecoming 2007Alumni, families, and students were treated to some beautiful Humboldt weather this fall for Homecoming Weekend. HSU Alumni Association teamed up with Student Affairs to pack the weekend with activities. More»

 

 

Department News

Economics

Department of EconomicsSenior economist Gary Zimmerman from the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco gave a presentation on campus covering housing issues and the challenge of monetary policy. More» Economics majors and alumni finished three videos about their experience at HSU. View videos» The Business & Economics Student Club visited the San Francisco Federal Reserve Bank. The students also met with some of our alumni at a reception. View pictures»

Faculty Development

EnACT logoMeeting the Needs of ALL Students through Two Exciting Initiatives: EnACT and ATI -- Do all students have equal access to a quality education at HSU? The answer is, “We are actively working on it.” HSU is involved in two initiatives seeking to meet the needs of all students. More»

Forestry

Forestry Quiz participantsHumboldt Forestry Club 'Best of the West' in National Quiz Bowl. Once again Humboldt State students have shown they have what it takes to make a name for themselves in rigorous academic competition. More»

Theatre, Film & Dance

Depatrment of Theatre, Film, and DanceHumboldt State University’s Theatre, Film & Dance Department is proud to announce its participation with the 2008 Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival. This year five student actors have been nominated for competition in the Irene Ryan acting awards. More»

Wildlife

Daryl Coldren, Conclave team member, goes eye-to-eye with his latest desert find.It was just a small chirp, modest as sounds go. But when the Humboldt State Wildlife Conclave team identified that little peep as a tiny cricket, they again proved to be the best in the nation. More»

 

 

Humboldt Quiz

 

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Winner Harriet Burr '07

Show how much you know about Humboldt State and win great Humboldt prizes. Just click the answer button to respond. Those sending correct responses to this month's question will be entered in a drawing for a pair of Jack's basketball tickets.

December Quiz Question:

In what year will Humboldt State celebrate its centennial?

Answer: 2013

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