The Times-Standard is reporting that Humboldt State University is investigating social media accounts that are “mocking the black community.” “The posts come amid upheaval across the nation from protests in the wake of the fatal arrest of George Floyd in Minneapolis, Minnesota,” the report reads. Read the full story and a letter from the university […]
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Dell’Arte MFA Students to Graduate This Weekend
Veenadari Lakshika Jayakody, Andrew Lupkes, Everson Ndlovu and Joël Vining are graduating from Dell’Arte International School of Physical Theatre and will receive their Master of Fine Arts degrees in Ensemble-Based Physical Theatre this weekend states a release from the school. “These beloved students of our MFA Program have all overcome tremendous challenges during their years […]
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Humboldt Library Foundation Announces New Board Members
Ciara Emery, Mary Gelinas and Rob Amerman have joined the Humboldt Library Foundation’s Board of directors. “The Humboldt Library Foundation recently brought on three new members to its board of directors, each of whom brings a wealth of community involvement and passion for the public library to their new role,” a press release states. Read […]
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Humboldt Area Foundation Pledges $10,000 in Matching Funds to Support HSU Dreamers
Humboldt Area Foundation will be matching all donations made to the Humboldt State University Dream Act students through June 30 with the help of the COVID-19 Regional Response Fund. “No barrier should derail the ability for a young adult to pursue their greatest potential and fulfill the dream of a university education. These students have […]
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Frank Cheek, Longtime HSU Coach, Dies at 82, Times-Standard Reports
The Times-Standard is reporting that Frank Cheek a longtime coach has died at the age of 82. Read the full story here.
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‘Standing Together in Solidarity’; HSU Issues Statement Regarding George Floyd, Black Lives Matter Protests
Humboldt State University’s administration has issued a statement in response to the Justice for George Floyd and Black Lives Matter protests in Eureka and around the U.S. “We stand with you in solidarity and we struggle to find the words to express the sadness we feel at the senseless death of another unarmed Black citizen […]
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HSU Appoints Christina Lofthouse as Interim Chief of Police
Humboldt State University has appointed Christina Lofthouse, a veteran law enforcement officer with two decades of experience at universities. “I consider it an honor and a privilege to lead the Humboldt State Police Department and am excited to assist in meeting the unique challenges we face right now. Our goal at HSUPD is to police […]
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Donn Peterson Retiring as Chief of Police at HSU
Humboldt State University announced today that police chief Donn Peterson is retiring from his position as Chief of Police at Humboldt State University. In a press release, the university states that Peterson’s last day is today, May 31, 2020. The press release goes on to say, “Peterson has participated and created several programs that have […]
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Sign of the Times: McKinleyville High Seniors Receive a Special Delivery, LoCO Reports
The Lost Coast Outpost reports that faculty and staff at McKinleyville High School trekked from Orick to Eureka today to place homemade signs on the lawns of graduating seniors, who along with others across the county and the nation are missing out on the traditional rites of passage at this major milestone. According to the […]
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Fortuna Comes Together to Honor Grads
The Fortuna Chamber of Commerce, Fortuna Union High School District and local business are coming together to make sure high school seniors in the Friendly City know they are being celebrated, even if it’s not the graduation they had been dreaming of for four long years. The district and the chamber are holding a Graduation […]
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Times-Standard: Eureka City Schools Facing Deep Budget Cuts
The Times-Standard reports that Eureka City Schools is staring down an estimated $2.5 million to $3 million funding gap without federal assistance due to the governor’s deep cuts to the state budget amid the COVID-19 economic downturn. The news came during a board of trustees meeting today, which included comments from parents asking the district […]
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HSU Looks at Hybrid Online, Face-to-Face Learning Approach for the Fall
Humboldt State University announced today that campus officials are “developing a proposal for limited face-to-face instruction this fall,” which will be submitted to California State University system leaders. Under the proposal, HSU would offer some hands-on activities, such as labs and field work, with the understanding the campus might have to reinstated online-only instruction if […]