Event Program & Schedule

Artists & Performers

Marching Lumberjacks 

Library Main Entrance • 1:30pm - 2pm

The Marching Lumberjacks are a student run organization and have been so for 58 years. We accept and welcome everyone to join, regardless of musical background. The Marching Lumberjacks travel all throughout California for parades and events, always bringing a fun time to our fans.

Humboldt Sculpture Walk

Library Nordstrom Lobby, Library 1st Floor • Guided tours are scheduled at 12pm and 5pm. Please meet in the Library Nordstrom Lobby.

The Cal Poly Humboldt Sculpture Walk will take you on a journey through the Library, with pieces displayed in various locations appropriate for each work. You'll discover an abundance of high-quality art created on our campus. This annual Cal Poly Humboldt Sculpture Walk showcases the wide variety of artwork produced by the Cal Poly Humboldt Sculpture program. It usually occurs from April to May, concluding with commencement. Guided tours are at 12:00 pm and 5:00 pm, coordinated by Sondra Schwetman, Cal Poly Humboldt Sculpture Lab. Tour groups meet in the Library Nordstrom Lobby (1st Floor).

Dance Performances

West Windows, Library 2nd Floor • 2pm - 2:30pm

Details coming soon!

Musical Performances

Library Nordstrom Lobby, 1st Floor • 2pm - 4pm

Enjoy music student soloists and small ensembles performing a wide variety of music in the Library Lobby.

Full Music Program (link coming soon!)

Art Gallery Tours

Reese Bullen Gallery, Art B • Guided walks to Reese Bullen are scheduled at 2pm, 2:30pm, 3pm, and 3:30pm. Please meet in the Library Nordstrom Lobby

2026 Art Graduates Exhibition opens April 22 and runs through May 16. This exhibition showcases the achievements of Cal Poly Humboldt’s graduating Art majors. Featuring a broad range of forms and styles, and influences. Students work in a range of media concentrations within ceramics, painting, photography, printmaking, small metals, sculpture and digital arts.

Pelican Bay Communication Student Presentations

Library Learning Lab, Room 308, 3rd Floor • 2pm - 4pm

These are the final presentations for the COMM 319W theory and research class from our students at Pelican Bay, a super maximum security prison. The topics are coming soon! Students will present live via Zoom. There will be time for audience discussion and feedback with these incarcerated scholars.

Maker & New Media Showcase

Library Makerspace, Library Room 205,  2nd Floor • 2pm - 3pm

The ideaFest Maker & New Media Showcase highlights a diverse array of projects from students across disciplines, working with a variety of media, including film, crafts or art with maker elements (e.g. knitting or sewing), digital media projects (video, audio, graphics, coding, etc.), 3D models/printed objects, Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and other physical and digital projects.

Presentations share the students’ process, including their inspiration, research, how-tos, lessons learned, and their maker statements.

The showcase is hosted in and around the Makerspace, which provides space, resources, and support for students to make projects that connect with their coursework, hobbies, and creative self-expression. The Makerspace is also a place for collaboration and social learning, where varied interests and experiences intersect.

CIRM Bridges Scholars Lightning Talks

Library Fishbowl, Library Room 209,  2nd Floor • 3pm - 5pm

CIRM Bridges Scholars in our Stem Cell Biology & Regenerative Medicine Certificate Program will present their research from their internships in 10 minute  lightning talks on Regenerative Medicine.

Flight, Fire, & Digital Dissection Simulation Demos

Hall of Simulation, Library 2nd Floor • 3pm - 5pm

Discover the Hall of Simulation, an exciting new space on the 2nd floor of the Library designed to ignite curiosity and inspire hands-on learning! Fly high in a cutting-edge FAA flight simulator, battle fires on a Simtable, or explore digital dissection tables featuring human and animal anatomy. Shape landscapes with the augmented reality sandbox and dive into immersive adventures that transform how we learn. Simulation-based learning enhances problem-solving, knowledge retention, and understanding of complex concepts. The Hall of Simulation also features a dynamic digital wall for exploring and visualizing data collaboratively. Step into a world of possibilities where simulation technology brings learning to life!

Film Screenings 

The Studio, Library Room 120 • 4pm - 5pm

Experience a dynamic showcase of bold, thought-provoking, and visually stunning short films from Cal Poly Humboldt’s Art + Film students. These works highlight the creative, technical, and storytelling talents of our emerging filmmakers as they progress through our rigorous Filmmaking I-IV courses and specialized Film electives. Spanning narrative, documentary, and experimental genres, these films explore personal visions, urgent social issues, and imaginative new worlds. Each piece is a testament to the passion, innovation, and dedication of our students.Don’t miss this opportunity to witness the next generation of storytellers in action!

Math & Data Science Showcase

Library Learning Lab, Room 308, 3rd Floor • 4pm - 5pm

Join students from the Mathematics and Data Science programs as they present work spanning pure and applied mathematics and data-driven research.  Mathematics and data science offer a powerful lens for understanding the world and turning raw information into action. 

Many projects embody our data science program's guiding belief of  using "Data for Good," applying quantitative methods to pressing social and environmental problems in our community and beyond. Come see the next generation of mathematicians and data scientists in action!

Transfer Student Showcase

CTL Classroom, Room 317, 3rd Floor • 4pm - 5pm

The Transfer Student Showcase is an opportunity featuring successful transfer students who will share their research experiences, challenges, and successes. It will provide valuable insight and inspiration to incoming transfer students, empower transfer students to actively engage in research, and connect with faculty mentors.

Schedule of Events

Friday, May 1, 2026

The schedule is coming together! Check back soon for the full lineup of events.