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Wow

I see sooo many beautiful woman around. But too scared to talk. Are any of those beautiful woman on here and want to talk?

5 Comments
2024/12/04
04:05 UTC

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help

i’m currently experiencing a dilemma. i just got accepted into Humboldt today for a second bachelors degree. i already have a bachelors degree in film with basically zero science and math hence why i’m going for a second bachelors in Zoology. i just don’t know if it’s worth it. or if i should just do all the prerequisites at a community college and do a masters in Zoology. my biggest problem is the money plus as an introvert being around people gives me anxiety like always. i heard Humboldt is good for environmental stuff and it was one of the only schools that accepts second bachelors.

18 Comments
2024/12/03
21:47 UTC

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I’m hopefully transferring in next year as a sophomore, looking to chat with other incoming (or current) students

Hey! I’m hoping to maybe make some friends in advance. I’m a trans guy, prospective wildlife conservation major, from the Bay Area. I’ll hopefully be in gender inclusive housing. Just looking for other people in a similar spot or current students who can give me some firsthand info on what campus life is like. Dm me or reply to this post!

9 Comments
2024/12/03
05:11 UTC

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How far ahead do you recommend looking for an apartment?

I'm not looking to lease a place with friends until next Fall. When do I need to start enquiring

5 Comments
2024/12/03
02:02 UTC

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Where can I advertise an apartment for rent?

Hi everyone. I am leaving Humboldt next month to start a new job and am looking for someone to take over my lease. I've made some posts on HSU's off-campus Facebook group and also on Craigslist, but are there any other places/sites that you'd recommend that I post? I'd be really grateful for any suggestions! Thanks!

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2024/12/02
22:20 UTC

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Awful Screeching Sound

Hey everyone,

I currently live in cypress and just got back from thanksgiving break. Early in the morning today my roommate and I heard this awful screeching sound(sounds like metal being cut with a table saw) and was wondering if anyone else is hearing it or knows where it’s coming from? Thanks!

0 Comments
2024/12/02
20:31 UTC

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Humboldt

Hey all, I’m a 28-year-old BIPOC guy currently living in Oakland, and I’m considering transferring to Humboldt for a fresh start. Life here has been tough—too many reminders of my ex—and I’m ready to move on, meet new people, and figure out my next steps. I’ve been studying animation and drawing, but I’m looking to transition into something more stable, like environmental science or renewable energy. Humboldt seems like a great place for that. Any advice on programs, classes, or career paths I should explore to land a stable job down the line? On a personal note, what’s the dating scene like at Cal Poly Humboldt? I’m hoping to meet people and make meaningful connections, but I’m curious about the vibe—especially as someone who’s new to the area and from a different background. Any insights, advice, or experiences you can share would mean a lot. Thanks for taking the time to read this!

11 Comments
2024/12/01
03:54 UTC

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Queer Students

Got my acceptance letter for Major in Biochemistry. Was wondering if there are queer students and how it looks over there for queer people.

24 Comments
2024/11/29
08:55 UTC

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How is the physics program here?

title.

5 Comments
2024/11/28
21:42 UTC

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failed all classes 1st semester

i failed all my 1st semester classes am i cooked? Can i recover next year and still graduate like normal??

46 Comments
2024/11/22
00:51 UTC

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Offered admission

I got offered admission , I’m considering it. Idk what to expect or think .

25 Comments
2024/11/21
19:13 UTC

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Access to a 3-hole punch?

Anyone know where on campus I can find one to use? I'm assembling a binder for a projecproject, but I'm using printer paper, so it isn't pre-punched

2 Comments
2024/11/20
16:30 UTC

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Possibility for admission

Hello, I just sent in my application for fall 2025 Humboldt as a Physics: Astronomy major and was hoping if someone could tell me if I was still able to be admitted into the school. My calculated A-G gpa is 1.95 but I have some hours of community service, clubs, and a job and I was just wondering if I would still be admitted to Humboldt because of its high acceptance rate?

13 Comments
2024/11/20
00:41 UTC

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Driving home this weekend

Hello, I was wondering if anyone has some advice for driving home for thanksgiving break. Im planning on leaving on this Friday morning. I’m driving about 4 hours south and wondering if it’s safe to do so with the upcoming storm. Also does anyone know if these weather conditions are likely to shut down parts of the 101? Thanks!

Edit: thanks for all the help! My home town is on the 101 so I literally just hop on the 101 in Arcata and take it all the way down until I get home, but I appreciate all the advice on alternative routes for other highways. I hope it can help other people who have to take more than just the 101 to get home.

14 Comments
2024/11/19
03:38 UTC

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Enviro sci major concentrations

I'm planning on transferring to Humboldt Fall 2025 to the environmental science and management program. Struggling to decide on a major concentration and im wondering how much these actually influence the experience of this program. I was set on the energy and climate concentration for awhile but I'm realizing I suck ass at chem and physics and am leaning towards the planning and policy focus now because of that. But also intrigued by the Geospatial concentration, I plan on double majoring in geography or GIS anyways but maybe I should just do this? Let me know!! lol I'm probably overthinking this but since I'm a transfer i want to make sure I enter into the correct program for me right off the bat.

9 Comments
2024/11/17
02:22 UTC

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Verizon Has Bad Service?

Hey, I’m in the dorms here on campus (College Creek) and my phone gets terrible service in my dorm and across most of the campus. I was planning on switching providers, but idk which ones are good here. Does anyone know of a phone service provider that has good coverage across the campus?

9 Comments
2024/11/16
17:14 UTC

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Considering attending

I’ve been looking into colleges and Humboldt seems like they have a good marine bio area which is what I’m hoping to major in, anyone know how it is?

11 Comments
2024/11/13
05:52 UTC

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Considering Humboldt

So I’m planning on attending Humboldt next fall as an environmental science major, is there anything specific that I should look into/know about before committing? I’m planning on touring later this week, so I’m sure that’ll help with some questions, but is there anything in particular that I should ask about or know beforehand? My main concern is about the campus community if I’m being entirely honest, so if anyone can offer any insight into that, it would seriously help a lot. Thanks!

Edit to add that I’m also trans, if anyone has any insight into how admin/the student body tends to be concerning trans folk, that’d be great

4 Comments
2024/11/12
00:07 UTC

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Online class

Most of my online classes have been great, but this one the professor is barely grading. I wouldn't even call it catching up because they're grading random assignments from September still. Odd things like the 2nd exam graded before the 1st and some videos and 100pt assignments not graded from Sep/Oct, but other 10-25pt things graded. They have to do more eventually right? It's 4 units so assignments like almost every day so I can't imagine how she could fully go through every assignment or even most at this point with 5 weeks left. I'm baffled and disappointed. How have others handled this? Or do you just deal with it?

3 Comments
2024/11/11
05:22 UTC

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When do I hear back about spring housing?

Hey y'all, I'm a new transfer student coming in spring time

I applied for housing Oct 9 or 10th whenever it first opened. I'm just waiting to hear back now, I don't know if I'll get the housing or not, y'know? So I'm just anxious. Ive found info on ppl coming in for fall but Itd for some reason harder to find information on spring transfers

8 Comments
2024/11/09
21:49 UTC

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Wildlife vs Zoology

Hi! I am a prospective Humboldt student. I entered planning to major in Wildlife, but I’ve begun to have my doubts and have shifted towards majoring in Zoology. I feel super torn between the two majors because I feel like there’s great content in both.

What are the functional differences between the two? What’s the field work like? What can I expect career-wise after college for them? What are the pros and cons of each in your opinion?

Any information helps.

8 Comments
2024/11/08
18:04 UTC

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Ride to LA - Thanksgiving

Anyone going to LA for Thanksgiving that can take me? I was signing up for the homeward bound bus when they closed the form. I'm willing to pay the $150 I was gonna use for the bus

7 Comments
2024/11/08
17:16 UTC

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Is there any kind of writting or literature or poetry club here?

I would love to join if there are

2 Comments
2024/11/04
07:53 UTC

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Am I In The Wrong Here??

Need advice-

Yesterday me and my roommate were hanging out in our room on my bed, and she ended up laughing so hard that she peed herself a bit. I didn't want to make a big deal about it and embarrass her more but I was also lowkey grossed out that there was now pee on my bed, so I just said it was okay but asked if she could buy me new bed sheets since she was the one who peed on them. She just said okay but then this morning she wasn't in our room and she's been gone all day, and I got a text earlier from her that I am making a big deal out of nothing and that she would pay to wash my sheets for me, but it is ridiculous to ask her to pay for completely new ones. I talked to my friend about it and she said that I should just compromise and have her wash the sheets for me, but this is crazy right?? I should not have to be forced to use sheets that someone ELSE peed on if I am not comfortable with it?? Is this something I need to talk to the RA about, or how do I get her to actually solve the issue??

8 Comments
2024/11/04
07:22 UTC

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Acceptance rate for grad programs? Psychology specifically

3 Comments
2024/11/02
19:49 UTC

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What Is the avg amount of time needed to graduate?

Currently a junior here and I failed some classes(I hate zoo110 with a burning passion), and it set me back hard. And looking at it I do not believe i would graduate in the standard 4 years. And lots of people I know are staying or have stayed 5-6 years for undergrad. Is 4 years an unreasonable amount of time for a stem student here?

11 Comments
2024/11/02
06:24 UTC

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Seeking advice: Should I choose MSW or Environment & Community MA at Humboldt?

Hi! I'm an international student from China, about to complete my bachelor’s degree in History. I’m looking into applying for a master’s program at Cal Poly Humboldt, and I find both the MSW and Environment & Community programs appealing.
The MSW program offers opportunities to work in rural and tribal areas, which could be valuable for working in minority communities when I return to China. However, I’m concerned that the tight schedule might leave little time for personal exploration. I’m also drawn to Humboldt’s beautiful natural surroundings and know the university has strong programs in environmental science and wildlife studies. I love nature and animals, and I’d like to spend more time with them.

The Environment & Community program seems to fit my interests better, but I worry it might have fewer fieldwork opportunities.

I have limited knowledge about the Humboldt area and would love to know if there are any radical activist groups in the area—I’m very interested in grassroots organizations, social movements, and sustainable food systems. I’d greatly appreciate your help! Do you recommend studying at Humboldt, and which program would you suggest? Thank you so much for your advice!

2 Comments
2024/11/01
16:51 UTC

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Any history education majors or anyone who's taken the teaching credential program?

Hi everyone, I'm planning on transferring to Humboldt and was wondering how the History Education major is like. When applying, there was an option for History and History Education, what would be the difference? How are the history teachers like? How's the teaching credential program? Thanks!

1 Comment
2024/10/31
17:14 UTC

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Costumes tomorrow

A fun life requires participation

2 Comments
2024/10/30
16:44 UTC

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are those rly evergreen huckleberries on campus?

iykyk (i’m not sure so i’m asking 🥸)

5 Comments
2024/10/24
02:46 UTC

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