Hupa-Yurok artist George Blake received an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters, conferred by the California State University and Humboldt State University, on October 11, 2016. Blake creates his art using wood, silver, bones and antlers. He is recognized as one of the few living people skilled in the traditional art of dugout canoe building. A Yurok dugout canoe created by Blake is on display in the HSU Library. Other works of Blake have been on display at the Smithsonian. Blake was honored by

Dr. Rossbacher reflects on the movement of athletes and spectators exercising their right to protest during sporting events, including at Humboldt State University. Students remained seated as the National Anthem was performed during HSU's first home football game this season. This action was a symbol of solidarity with San Francisco 49er, Colin Kaepernick, for his ongoing protest against inequalities in our nation. Players from the HSU volleyball team have joined in the silent protest in a

Dr. Rossbacher reflects on the movement of athletes and spectators exercising their right to protest during sporting events, including at Humboldt State University. Students remained seated as the National Anthem was performed during HSU's first home football game this season. This action was a symbol of solidarity with San Francisco 49er, Colin Kaepernick, for his ongoing protest against inequalities in our nation. Players from the HSU volleyball team have joined in the silent protest in a

Dr. Rossbacher shares her experience of visiting Humboldt State's Library Brain Booth - where research and relaxation intersect. The Library Brain Booth allows visitors to utilize the biofeedback station, relaxation and contemplation station or virtual reality station. The effects of mindfulness, attention, and contemplation are measured through the various activities. Learn more about the HSU Library Brain booth here . Campus Connections on Soundcloud

Dr. Rossbacher shares her experience of visiting Humboldt State's Library Brain Booth - where research and relaxation intersect. The Library Brain Booth allows visitors to utilize the biofeedback station, relaxation and contemplation station or virtual reality station. The effects of mindfulness, attention, and contemplation are measured through the various activities. Learn more about the HSU Library Brain booth here . Campus Connections on Soundcloud

Dr. Rossbacher reflects on how Humboldt County, Humboldt Bay and Humboldt State University got their name. Alexander von Humboldt biographer, Andrea Wulf , details him in the book, "The Invention of Nature: Alexander von Humboldt's New World" . Wulf will visit Humboldt State's Van Duzer Theatre October 24, 2016 for a lecture on Alexander von Humboldt's extraordinary life. https://soundcloud.com/campusconnections

Dr. Rossbacher reflects on how Humboldt County, Humboldt Bay and Humboldt State University got their name. Alexander von Humboldt biographer, Andrea Wulf , details him in the book, "The Invention of Nature: Alexander von Humboldt's New World" . Wulf will visit Humboldt State's Van Duzer Theatre October 24, 2016 for a lecture on Alexander von Humboldt's extraordinary life. https://soundcloud.com/campusconnections

Dr. Rossbacher reflects on the connection between the Standing Rock Sioux pipeline protest in North Dakota and Humboldt State. Students have expressed the desire to show their support in person. One student, Conor Handley, is in Standing Rock and providing first-hand accounts of the protest via his Facebook . HSU students have signed petitions, sent letters and held a sunrise ceremony as a way to "stand with Standing Rock". soundcloud.com/campusconnections

Dr. Rossbacher reflects on the connection between the Standing Rock Sioux pipeline protest in North Dakota and Humboldt State. Students have expressed the desire to show their support in person. One student, Conor Handley, is in Standing Rock and providing first-hand accounts of the protest via his Facebook . HSU students have signed petitions, sent letters and held a sunrise ceremony as a way to "stand with Standing Rock". soundcloud.com/campusconnections

Humboldt State University was recently ranked number one in the country as the greatest small college for nature lovers. We are also on the list of the top 35 best outdoor schools in America, according to BestCollegeReviews.org . Dr. Rossbacher calls HSU to task - to experience and enjoy the outdoors and earn the title of “Outdoor National Champion” by logging the largest number of people and outdoor activities . From September 4th through October 15th, HSU students, faculty, and staff will have