Provost Communication, Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Good morning, 

Amidst the flurry of the president and provost transitions, the Office of Academic Affairs (aka the Provost’s Office), after very successful searches this past fall, has been fortunate to recently welcome new staff members to support both the Provost’s Office and Academic Programs. I’d like to introduce you below, while also inviting you to stop by the office for a cup of coffee or some 3 pm chocolate if you’re in the Siemens Hall neighborhood. 

Welcome new staff members in Academic Affairs and Academic Programs!

Annalisa Rush, Academic Affairs, Administrative Support Coordinator

Geneva Samuelson, Academic Programs, Administrative Support Coordinator

Jessica Citti, Director of the Individualized Degree Program (previously in the Learning Center)

Samantha Williams, Graduate Studies Analyst (previously in Dance, Music & Theatre)

2026-2027 Application for RAMP Mentor Positions Due Monday, February 16th.

Retention through Academic Mentoring (RAMP) needs your help. Please encourage and support students to apply to work as mentors next year. Announcements in class and reaching out to students to apply are much appreciated. The job announcement and application are available on the following platforms:

• RAMP website, linked here: RAMP 

• RAMP Mentor Employment Application Form, linked here: 2026-2027 RAMP Mentor Employment Application Form 

• On Instagram, linked here: RAMP Instagram, @humboldt.ramp 

• Paper applications are also available upon request 

If you have any questions please email ramp@humboldt.edu, or call 707-826-4585.

2025-26 Distinguished Faculty Award Nominations Update

The nomination period has closed for the President’s Distinguished Faculty Award. The University Senate Faculty Awards Committee is excited to have received 10 nominations for exceptional faculty. The nominations are now being reviewed for eligibility among four different award categories. The committee will soon communicate to the campus community the nominees and open a public feedback period. More information to come!

2024-25 Distinguished Faculty Lecture Series: March 4th, March 25th, and April 2nd, 2026

Our campus and community members are invited to the upcoming Distinguished Faculty Lecture Series presented by the Academic Year 2024-25 faculty award recipients. Award recipients are nominated by their colleagues or students for excellence in their field, and then reviewed by a Faculty Awards Committee. The upcoming events are an opportunity for award recipients to engage with the campus and local community by giving a public lecture or performance, or a different activity of their choosing. Please join us for this semester’s upcoming lectures:

Dr. Dale Oliver - Outstanding Service Award

Lecture Title:  "Opportunities Abound for Service to the Common Good"

Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 5:00-7:00 pm, The Great Hall 

Dr. Young S. Kwon - Excellence in Teaching Award

Lecture Title: "Beyond Facts: Paradigm Shifts in Exercise Biochemistry and Their Implications for Health"

Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 5:00-7:00 pm, Goodwin Forum, Nelson Hall East, Room 102

Dr. Daniela Mineva - Scholar of the Year Award

Lecture Title: "A Magical Journey Through Music"

Thursday, April 2, 2026, 5:00-7:00 pm, Fulkerson Recital Hall

For more information about the awardees, visit the Academic Affairs webpage: 2024-25 Distinguished Faculty Awards. These events are free and open to students, faculty, staff and members of the local community. Light refreshments will be provided. 

International Education Week, February 9th through 12th, 2026

Join Cal Poly Humboldt for the 27th Annual International Education Week (IEW), celebrating global connections and international scholarship. Explore the full schedule of events, including talks, panels, study abroad fair, film night, dance night and closing night dinner. All events are free and open to everyone! More information can be found on the website, linked here: International Education Week. 

Thank you to the following collaborators for your support of making IEW 27 years strong: csuglobal, CSU Long Beach, CSU East Bay, Cal Poly Humboldt Office of the President, College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences, Humboldt International Film Festival, Career Center, Cultural Centers for Academic Excellence, Study Abroad Office

Sincerely,

Shawna Young