Update as of 4 p.m.
Humboldt State University’s Founders Hall and Van Matre Hall have been reopened after a bomb threat prompted the evacuation and closure of the two buildings. The area is now safe to occupy.
The University Police Department completed a sweep of the two buildings at approximately 3 p.m. and discovered no items believed to be a bomb. An on-going investigation is underway and people in the area should remain on alert. Any items out of ordinary can be reported immediately to University Police at (707) 826-5555.
Information regarding class cancellations and rescheduling is forthcoming. More information will be posted on their website and on 826-INFO as it becomes available.
Monday, March 28, 2011 – 11:54 a.m. via HSU Police and the campus website:
Founders Hall, Van Matre Building Closed
Founders Hall and the Van Matre Building are CLOSED to all persons until further notice due to a bomb threat. All classes and activities in this area have been cancelled.
The University Police Department is investigating a bomb threat in that area. The University has closed this area as a precaution.
Persons in this area of the campus should be cautious of anyone or anything suspicious. Anyone in the area should evacuate if it appears safe to do so.
This article appears in dummy March 2011 (North Coast Journal).
