Provost Communication, Monday, October 20, 2025

Good morning and happy Monday. I hope you had a great weekend. Can you believe it’s already the midpoint of the fall semester? 

Call for Spring 2026 Faculty Fellows for the Cultural Centers for Academic Excellence

The Division of Enrollment Management & Student Success (EMSS) is pleased to invite applications for a one-semester Cultural Centers for Academic Excellence Faculty Fellow position for Spring 2026. Faculty who are interested in supporting and enriching the academic excellence of students at Cal Poly Humboldt who identify with the Cultural Centers for Academic Excellence (CCAEs) are encouraged to apply. Three fellow positions are available: Dreamer Center, ADPIMENA Center, and Q Center.

The 2023-2028 Spring Revision of the Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM) Plan at Cal Poly Humboldt calls for the addition of three new CCAEs, as well as increased participation in cultural and student life activities and programming in support of increased belonging and student success, supported by hiring advisors in the new CCAEs. The SEM Plan is available on the EMSS home page, linked here: Division of EMSS. 

Duties: The Faculty Advisor will be responsible for supporting students in successfully navigating higher ed academically, socially, and professionally in a culturally affirming way by providing direct, ongoing academic advising to students in the designated affinity center, including academic plans; includes regular interface with faculty advisors, the financial aid office, the registrar, transfer programs, and scholarships. Responsible for co-assessing students' time to degree, supporting CCAE programming and addressing areas of concern in pursuit of individual students’ success. 

Preferred Qualifications: This position is open to Cal Poly Humboldt faculty in any discipline who have demonstrated experience advising students in culturally affirming ways. Preference will be given to faculty who have served the affinity population for the position being sought: Dreamer Center, ADPIMENA Center or Q Center. 

Application: Please submit a one-page letter of interest that includes a discussion of the specific Center of interest and a brief CV to Ravin.Craig@humboldt.edu by Friday, November 14, 2025. The Office of Academic Affairs will ensure that selected candidates are in good standing before hire.  

Compensation: The incumbent will receive 6 WTUs of assigned time for the spring 2026 semester. Pending budget availability, there may be an opportunity to reapply for the 2026/27 academic year.

Questions: For more information, contact Ravin Craig, Temporary Director for the Cultural Centers for Academic Excellence and Director of Student Life Ravin.Craig@humboldt.edu. 

Undocumented Student Action Week Activities: October 22-29, 2025

Aligned with the Campus & Community Dialogue on Race theme dis/connecting to reconnect, Undocumented Student Action Week 2025 offers interactive events focused on rest, resistance, and community empowerment. Everyone is invited to join Scholars Without Borders (SWB) and its partners for the following events:

• Wednesday, October 22, 2025: Permission to Pause. In collaboration with the Campus Dialogue on Race (CDOR), SWB invites you to an outdoor workshop addressing toxic over-productivity, and promotes rest as resistance. Join us for a grounding discussion and restorative sound bath to help you reconnect with balance, awareness, and wellbeing.

• Thursday, October 23, 2025: Cafe con Chisme: Empowering Undocumented Voices. In collaboration with El Centro Académico Cultural, SWB invites you to join a guided dialogue empowering undocumented voices. Pan dulce and coffee will be provided. 

• Friday, October 24, 2025: Karaoke and Mocktails. In collaboration with the Asian, Desi, Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern, and North African (ADPI-MENA) Cultural Center, SWB invites you to this interactive session blending fun and reflection, using karaoke and creative beverages as a space to explore joy, rest, and the power of community care.

• Wednesday, October 29, 2025: Messages of Solidarity: Support to Dreamers. In partnership with the Social Justice Equity Inclusion Center (SJEIC), SWB invites you to join in solidarity with Dreamers affected by current federal policies by raising awareness and making a positive difference through your support. Pastries and agua fresca will be provided.

For more information or questions, please contact scholarswithoutborder@humboldt.edu or Yaneyry Delfin at yd42@humboldt.edu. 

Textbooks on Reserve Program Breaks Records for Affordability

The Library is excited to announce that for the first time, we provide free access to 90% of the required textbooks for the current semester. More than ever before, Cal Poly Humboldt students are able to access required readings without paying out of pocket for expensive textbooks. This enhanced coverage is made possible due to funding provided by CSU Affordable Learning Solutions, faculty who provide instructor copies, and our library collection. Stats:

• 90% (395/439) of reported required textbooks for all classes available as a physical short-term loan or online e-book.

• $86.99 is the average cost of a required textbook for the Fall 2025 semester. 33% (149/439) or reported required textbooks cost at least $100. Five textbooks cost over $300. The most expensive textbook this semester is: $338.25 and 131 students are enrolled in the courses that use that textbook.

Have a great Monday.

Jenn Capps