Date: May 20, 2013
Professor Brian Post strives to compose music that reaches people. That means it must be interesting and accessible, but no so soothing that it’s simply background noise.
“If someone says my music was ‘nice,’ that’s the kiss of death,” jokes Post, who specializes in composition, music theory and music technology at HSU. “You don’t want someone’s mind to wander… Keep Reading »
Date: May 20, 2013
He traveled around the world and is considered the founder of modern geography. Charles Darwin once called him the “greatest scientific traveler who ever lived.”
Among his other claims to fame: being this university’s namesake. This fall, HSU students and faculty will pay homage to Prussian naturalist Alexander von Humboldt with a play commemorating his life and work.
The… Keep Reading »
Date: February 26, 2013
Remarks by HSU President Rollin Richmond
Arcata Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner
February 23, 2013
Thank you for inviting me to speak with you this evening. My apologies to our friends whom we invited to join us this evening with the requirement that they listen to me talk yet again. And congratulations to the Arcata Chamber for hiring Sandy… Keep Reading »
Date: December 03, 2012
The wrapper is off the Centennial logo. Look for it in print materials and on websites next semester.
The logo features Founders Hall, the most recognizable building on campus and one frequently visited by alumni and newcomers alike. It has a somewhat traditional look, which was preferred by focus groups of students, alumni, faculty and staff. It is also… Keep Reading »
Date: December 03, 2012
From a press release being sent later today ...
HSU Looks Ahead to Centennial Celebration
Humboldt State University will soon mark its 100th year, with a full academic year of events and activities scheduled to celebrate the milestone.
The fun starts Aug. 24, 2013 with a Kick-Off Party the Saturday before Fall classes begin. It continues with a… Keep Reading »
Date: September 07, 2012
Amaze your family! Impress your friends! Don’t miss a thing during the exciting one-year buildup to the Centennial Celebration!
Start following HSU’s Centennial on Facebook now, and we absolutely guarantee you’ll be a Humboldt State trivia master by the time the party kicks off in August 2013.
http://www.facebook.com/Hsu100
Keep Reading »Date: August 20, 2012
One year to go! In August 2013, the start of the school year will mark the start of Humboldt State’s year-long Centennial Celebration. This seemed like the perfect time to launch this official blog and website, which will feature archival photos, alumni stories, comprehensive calendar of events, merchandise and more.
One thing we’ve learned is folks are excited about HSU’s… Keep Reading »
Date: August 20, 2012
You may be tempted, but don’t fire up your Centennial noisemakers in January 2013. Remember, the Celebration starts in August 2013.
But “why?” you might ask. And if you’re asking, then you’re not alone. After all, the university seal clearly specifies “1913.” And the university brag-spots on KHSU always end with “Humboldt State University … since 1913.”
Here’s the thinking… Keep Reading »
Nearly all the historical facts and photos on this website are available due to the efforts of Joan Berman and others in HSU’s Humboldt Room; former HSU History Professor William Tanner who authored the comprehensive campus history View from the Hill (available in the University Library); and HSU alumna Katy Tahja who authored the recent photo history titled Humboldt State University (available from the Humboldt Alumni Office).
A slew of Centennial activities and events are in the works. Here are just a few:
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