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Gutswurrak Student Activities Center
GUTSWURRAK
YOUR STUDENT UNION
GSAC is Cal Poly Humboldt's student union - a place to eat, study, relax, play, connect, and belong.
Gutswurrak means "many people gather."
You belong here.
WHAT CAN YOU DO AT GUTSWURRAK?
Eat, study, play, meet people, get involved, and find your place on campus.
EAT & SHOP
Grab a meal, coffee, snack, or campus essentials.
HANG OUT & STUDY
Study between classes, meet friends, relax, or find a comfortable place to recharge.
PLAY
Challenge friends to a game on one of five pool tables, play ping pong, console or arcade games, grab a board game, or join a D&D session at the game table - all free for students.
GET INVOLVED & FIND SUPPORT
Connect with clubs, meet people, find campus information, and get involved in student life.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Find something to do, meet people, and experience campus life through weekly activities, student performances, special events, and campus traditions-inside Gutswurrak and out on the University Quad.
See more of what’s happening at Gutswurrak → Follow @humboldt_sac on Instagram
EXPLORE GUTSWURRAK
Find your way around and discover spaces to eat, study, play, relax, and connect.
FIRST FLOOR - Food & Essentials
The Depot
Fresh breakfast, lunch, coffee, snacks, and more.
Vending & Wellness Essentials
Food and drink vending plus convenient health and wellness essentials.
GSAC Banquet Room
A flexible space for campus programs, meetings, and receptions.
SECOND FLOOR - Events, Lounges, Games & Student Services
Information Desk
Your starting point for campus questions, postering approval, AV pickup, locker rentals, tabling support, and free equipment checkouts.
Karshner Lounge
Study, meet friends, play ping pong, or gather for D&D and other tabletop games.
South Lounge
Challenge friends on five pool tables, with a printing kiosk and ATM nearby.
Lumberjack Lounge
Study, relax, play board games and puzzles, or enjoy free morning coffee.
Gaming Den
Play Xbox, Nintendo Switch, or PS5; controllers are free to check out at the Information Desk.
Arcade
Enjoy Skee-Ball, Pump It Up, air hockey, pinball, and more - all free for students.
Kate Buchanan Room (KBR)
GSAC's main event space also offers TVs, comfortable seating, and oversized bean bags when not reserved.
Commuter Student Lounge & Kitchen — Open to All Students
Prepare food, relax between classes, and reserve a locker for $10 per semester.
University Ticket Office
Purchase tickets and get information about upcoming campus events.
Office of Student Life (Clubs & Orgs)
Find support for student clubs and organizations and ways to get involved on campus.
THIRD FLOOR - Dining & Shopping
The Campus Store
Shop for course materials, Cal Poly Humboldt apparel, supplies, gifts, and campus essentials.
Bigfoot Burgers
Grab burgers, fries, and more, and catch student music performances throughout the year.
UNIVERSITY QUAD — Outdoor Events & Gatherings
The University Quad, right outside Gutswurrak, is a hub for outdoor student life, live music, campus traditions, and special events throughout the year.
Green & Gold Thursdays
Thursdays, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Music, student performances, activities, giveaways, and more.
The Quad also hosts concerts, cultural celebrations, street fairs, festivals, and other special events throughout the year.
HOURS & SERVICES
Hours may vary during holidays, campus breaks, and campus closures.
University Ticket Office
Second floor of GSAC
Hours vary
Phone: (707) 826-3928
Email: ticket@humboldt.edu
Information Desk
Second floor of GSAC · Open during building hours
Phone: (707) 826-4414
Get help with: postering approval, AV event equipment pickup, locker rentals, tabling support, game and charging-cord checkouts, and general campus information.
STUDENT VOICE
The GSAC Advisory Board helps shape priorities for programs, spaces, services, budget planning, and the student experience.
SEE YOUR STUDENT UNION AT WORK
See how student fees support GSAC spaces, programs, services, and improvements.
PLANNING AN EVENT?
Conference & Event Services (CES) can help you reserve a space, plan an event, or support your student organization.