Other Events

Wednesday, August 21

Time

Activity

Location

DIY Dorm Decor

Join us for an exciting activity designed to make your dorm room feel like home! Our DIY Dorm Decor session is the perfect opportunity to showcase your creativity and personalize your space. Whether you're a crafting pro or just looking for some fun, this activity has something for everyone.

Thursday, August 22

 Women's Soccer vs Oregon Tech

Join us for an exciting match as our Women's Soccer team takes on Oregon Tech,

Rockwall Activity

Test your limits and boost your confidence!  Don't miss out on this chance to push your boundaries and make unforgettable memories. All necessary equipment is provided, so just bring your energy and enthusiasm!

Drop-in Zorb Soccer

Join us for Drop-In Zorb Soccer! Bounce, roll, and score in giant inflatable bubbles. Fun, laughter, and new friends await—drop by anytime!

Drop-in Sports

Join us for games of dodgeball, basketball, cornhole, and other quick games. This is a great chance to meet people, have some fun, and learn about the opportunities in the Campus Recreation office.

West Gym

Sustainability Tour

Curious about sustainability? Join us for an easy walk around campus to see zero waste, sustainable transportation, green building, food sovereignty and other sustainability initiatives. Learn about the resources and programs to help you live a more sustainable lifestyle while at Cal Poly Humboldt.

Friday, August 23

Marching Lumberjacks Perform at the Resource Fair
 

Don't miss the energetic and spirited performance by the Marching Lumberjacks at the Resource Fair! Experience the lively music and dynamic routines that embody the heart and soul of our campus. Join us for an unforgettable show, meet the band members, and learn more about how you can get involved in campus activities. Come for the resources, stay for the performance!

Rockwall Activity

Test your limits and boost your confidence!  Don't miss out on this chance to push your boundaries and make unforgettable memories. All necessary equipment is provided, so just bring your energy and enthusiasm!

Drop-in Zorb Soccer

Join us for Drop-In Zorb Soccer! Bounce, roll, and score in giant inflatable bubbles. Fun, laughter, and new friends await—drop by anytime!

Drop-in Sports

Join us for games of dodgeball, basketball, cornhole, and other quick games. This is a great chance to meet people, have some fun, and learn about the opportunities in the Campus Recreation office.

Campus Tour

Explore key academic buildings where you'll attend classes, discover the heart of campus life, and hear fun facts about our Cal Poly Humboldt's history and traditions. This tour is a perfect way to get acquainted with your new home and uncover the hidden gems that make our campus unique! Please bring your class schedules.

Arcata Reflections: Culture Shock, Resilience, & the Power of Community
 

Join Equity Arcata and the Cal Poly Humboldt Cultural Centers for a screening of the short film "Unsolved Hate," which sheds light on the diverse experiences of students of color at Cal Poly Humboldt. Following the film, equity arcata will lead a discussion aimed at addressing questions from incoming students about fostering community both on and off campus. The conversation will also highlight recent initiatives aimed at creating a safer and more equitable environment for people of color in Arcata. Food will be provided. 

Skate Night

Get ready to roll at Skate Night! Lace up your skates or check out a pair and join fellow students for an evening of fun, music, and laughter on the rink. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, Skate Night promises an exciting opportunity to glide into the university experience and connect with new friends in a lively atmosphere.

Saturday, August 24

Open Boathouse

Meet the Rowing Team, check out the Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center (921 Waterfront Dr, Eureka, CA 95501), and learn to use the Rowing Machine with the NCAA D2 Cal Poly Humboldt Women's and Men's Rowing Crew Team! Talk to the team and coaches to see what it takes (you do not have to know how to row!). You will get a tour of the rowing facilities and the boathouse where Outdoor Adventures rentals are conducted. We will also teach you to row on rowing machines and have some fun competition! 

A bus will bring students from HGH to the HBAC every 30 minuties, but you are welcome to drive yourself.

For questions and to learn more, check out @humboldt.crew @humboldt.crewmen.

Big Lagoon Kayak Tour

($30 fee for Cal Poly Students, Ages 18+)
 

Join us for a fun-in-the-sun day on Big Lagoon! In this paddle outing, we will be kayaking around the country's biggest coastal lagoon system. We'll see wildlife, learn basic paddle strokes, and bond together for a wonderful flat-water paddle. Our guides are equipped to give you loads of historical, cultural, and ecological interpretation knowledge of some of the most unique aspects of Humboldt County.

No experience? No worries! Trained guides will provide students and guests with all the necessary equipment and basic skills needed.

Program Fee Includes: high quality on-land and on-water flat water kayak instruction, hard gear (kayak and paddle), soft gear (PFD, wetsuit, booties, splash jacket), and lots of interpretive information.

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Housing & Residence Life Area Meetings
 

Get to know your new home and community at the Housing & Residence Life Area Meetings. This event is designed to help students familiarize themselves with their residence halls, meet their neighbors, and connect with Resident Advisors.

 Women's Soccer vs Southern Oregon University

Cheer on our Women's Soccer team as they face off against Southern Oregon University.

Sunday, August 25

Men's Soccer vs Southern Oregon University

Come support our Men's Soccer team as they compete against Southern Oregon University.