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Theatre Presents: Bat Boy

SWEET WOUNDED JESUS! “Bat Boy: The Musical” is hitting the stage at Cal Poly Humboldt in April. Based on the 1992 Weekly World News headline, “Bat Boy: The Musical” is a cult-hit horror-comedy about a half-boy, half-bat creature discovered in a West Virginia cave. Adopted by a local veterinarian’s family, Edgar tries to fit into a small, intolerant town, leading to a dark, comedic, and heart-wrenching tale of scapegoating and humanity. Presented by the Department of Dance, Music, and Theatre at Cal Poly Humboldt, “Bat Boy” is directed by MIchael Fields with Musical Direction by Elisabeth Harrington. The show opens April 3rd at the John Duzer Theatre. SHow times are April 3rd, 4th, 10th, and 11th at 7:30pm and April 5th and 12th at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $15 General and $10 for Students/Seniors. Tickets are available at  tickets.humboldt.edu/dance-music-and-theatre.   “Bat Boy is unlike any production I have worked on. It is a musical. I have done those. It is bloody. I have done that. It is topical… Organization: DANCE, MUSIC & THEATRE. Tickets - General $: 13. Tickets - Student $: 0. Tickets - Child $: 11. Tickets - Senior $: 11. Purchase tickets online at: https://tickets.humboldt.edu/dance-music-and-theatre. Responsible Person at Event Name: Michael Thomas. Sunday, April 5, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM. Theatre Arts 101 - John Van Duzer (JVD) Theatre, Theatre Arts 201 - John Van Duzer (JVD) Theatre Balcony, Theatre Arts 101D - John Van Duzer (JVD) Stage, Theatre Arts 101F - John Van Duzer (JVD) Lobby, Theatre Arts 101G - John Van Duzer (JVD) Control…

Lambda Theta Phi Chapter Meeting

Brothers must attend an hour and a half weekly study session in SH_108, before our weekly Chapter Meeting that starts at 7pm in which we discuss the future of our Fraternity and align our goals. Event Title: Weekly Chapter Meeting + Study Session. Organization: CLUB: LAMBDA THETA PHI. Responsible Person at Event Name: Juan Cordova. Monday, April 6, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Siemens Hall 108 - Lecture Room.

CCAT Fundraiser

Caps $5 Gowns $20 Package 25$, Cash or QR code, @CCAT. Event Title: Cap and Gown Rentals: Spring. Organization: CAMPUS CENTER FOR APPROPRIATE TECHNOLOGY. Responsible Person at Event Name: Dakari Tate. Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. CCAT Buck House.

Appropriate Computing Series

Join us for a public lecture on artificial intelligence by Jaron Lanier, scientist, musician, artist, and author. A pioneer of virtual reality and a leading voice in the ethics of technology, Mr. Lanier brings a uniquely humanistic perspective to today’s rapidly evolving AI landscape. His work explores how technology interacts with culture, creativity, and connection, and challenges us to think critically about the role of AI. The lecture will be followed by a book giveaway and signing.  A selection of Mr. Lanier's books will be available for purchase through a QR code from the Campus Bookstore. This event is free and open to the public.  A big thank you to the students of Cal Poly Humboldt for providing the funds for this event through the Sustainable Humboldt Innovative Futures Trust! Parking:Parking is available in Lots G11 and G12 near the Great Hall Community Center. Campus parking fees apply. Related Events on April 7th:Earlier in the day, Jaron Lanier will participate in a discussion group that is… Event Title: A public lecture on AI and book signing by Jaron Lanier. Organization: MATHEMATICS AND DATA SCIENCE. Responsible Person at Event Name: Rosanna Overholser. Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. College Creek Community Center 260 - Great Hall.

QTBIPOC+ Film Coalition Student Meeting

QTBIPOC+ Film Coalition Student Meeting; Screenings and Discussion for Student Produced Work that is centering the voices and stories of the QTBIPOC+ student community. Event Title: QTBIPOC+ Film Coalition Student Meeting. Organization: Art + Film. Responsible Person at Event Name: Michelle Cartier. Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Art B 102 - Lecture Room.

CCAT Fundraiser

Caps $5 Gowns $20 Package 25$, Cash or QR code, @CCAT. Event Title: Cap and Gown Rentals: Spring. Organization: CAMPUS CENTER FOR APPROPRIATE TECHNOLOGY. Responsible Person at Event Name: Dakari Tate. Thursday, April 9, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. CCAT Buck House.

Cultural Clothing Showcase Fundraiser

This event aims to introduce traditional attire from different cultures, highlighting their meaning, purpose, and significance. Together, we are avoiding cultural appropriation and fostering a deeper understanding and respect for diverse cultures and traditions around the world. Event Title: Cultural Clothing Showcase Fundraiser. Organization: ADPI + MENA, EL CENTRO, GUTSWURRAK STUDENT ACTIVITIES CENTER, ITEPP NATIVE AMERICAN CENTER, UMOJA CENTER FOR PAN AFRICAN EXCELLENCE. Responsible Person at Event Name: Heng Yam. Friday, April 10, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Gutswurrak Student Activities Center 225 - Kate Buchanan Room (KBR).

Theatre Presents: Bat Boy

SWEET WOUNDED JESUS! “Bat Boy: The Musical” is hitting the stage at Cal Poly Humboldt in April. Based on the 1992 Weekly World News headline, “Bat Boy: The Musical” is a cult-hit horror-comedy about a half-boy, half-bat creature discovered in a West Virginia cave. Adopted by a local veterinarian’s family, Edgar tries to fit into a small, intolerant town, leading to a dark, comedic, and heart-wrenching tale of scapegoating and humanity. Presented by the Department of Dance, Music, and Theatre at Cal Poly Humboldt, “Bat Boy” is directed by MIchael Fields with Musical Direction by Elisabeth Harrington. The show opens April 3rd at the John Duzer Theatre. SHow times are April 3rd, 4th, 10th, and 11th at 7:30pm and April 5th and 12th at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $15 General and $10 for Students/Seniors. Tickets are available at  tickets.humboldt.edu/dance-music-and-theatre.   “Bat Boy is unlike any production I have worked on. It is a musical. I have done those. It is bloody. I have done that. It is topical… Organization: DANCE, MUSIC & THEATRE. Tickets - General $: 13. Tickets - Student $: 0. Tickets - Child $: 11. Tickets - Senior $: 11. Purchase tickets online at: https://tickets.humboldt.edu/dance-music-and-theatre. Responsible Person at Event Name: Michael Thomas. Friday, April 10, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM. Theatre Arts 101 - John Van Duzer (JVD) Theatre, Theatre Arts 201 - John Van Duzer (JVD) Theatre Balcony, Theatre Arts 101D - John Van Duzer (JVD) Stage, Theatre Arts 101F - John Van Duzer (JVD) Lobby, Theatre Arts 101G - John Van Duzer (JVD) Control…

Theatre Presents: Bat Boy

SWEET WOUNDED JESUS! “Bat Boy: The Musical” is hitting the stage at Cal Poly Humboldt in April. Based on the 1992 Weekly World News headline, “Bat Boy: The Musical” is a cult-hit horror-comedy about a half-boy, half-bat creature discovered in a West Virginia cave. Adopted by a local veterinarian’s family, Edgar tries to fit into a small, intolerant town, leading to a dark, comedic, and heart-wrenching tale of scapegoating and humanity. Presented by the Department of Dance, Music, and Theatre at Cal Poly Humboldt, “Bat Boy” is directed by MIchael Fields with Musical Direction by Elisabeth Harrington. The show opens April 3rd at the John Duzer Theatre. SHow times are April 3rd, 4th, 10th, and 11th at 7:30pm and April 5th and 12th at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $15 General and $10 for Students/Seniors. Tickets are available at  tickets.humboldt.edu/dance-music-and-theatre.   “Bat Boy is unlike any production I have worked on. It is a musical. I have done those. It is bloody. I have done that. It is topical… Organization: DANCE, MUSIC & THEATRE. Tickets - General $: 13. Tickets - Student $: 0. Tickets - Child $: 11. Tickets - Senior $: 11. Purchase tickets online at: https://tickets.humboldt.edu/dance-music-and-theatre. Responsible Person at Event Name: Michael Thomas. Saturday, April 11, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM. Theatre Arts 101 - John Van Duzer (JVD) Theatre, Theatre Arts 201 - John Van Duzer (JVD) Theatre Balcony, Theatre Arts 101D - John Van Duzer (JVD) Stage, Theatre Arts 101F - John Van Duzer (JVD) Lobby, Theatre Arts 101G - John Van Duzer (JVD) Control…

Theatre Presents: Bat Boy

SWEET WOUNDED JESUS! “Bat Boy: The Musical” is hitting the stage at Cal Poly Humboldt in April. Based on the 1992 Weekly World News headline, “Bat Boy: The Musical” is a cult-hit horror-comedy about a half-boy, half-bat creature discovered in a West Virginia cave. Adopted by a local veterinarian’s family, Edgar tries to fit into a small, intolerant town, leading to a dark, comedic, and heart-wrenching tale of scapegoating and humanity. Presented by the Department of Dance, Music, and Theatre at Cal Poly Humboldt, “Bat Boy” is directed by MIchael Fields with Musical Direction by Elisabeth Harrington. The show opens April 3rd at the John Duzer Theatre. SHow times are April 3rd, 4th, 10th, and 11th at 7:30pm and April 5th and 12th at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $15 General and $10 for Students/Seniors. Tickets are available at  tickets.humboldt.edu/dance-music-and-theatre.   “Bat Boy is unlike any production I have worked on. It is a musical. I have done those. It is bloody. I have done that. It is topical… Organization: DANCE, MUSIC & THEATRE. Tickets - General $: 13. Tickets - Student $: 0. Tickets - Child $: 11. Tickets - Senior $: 11. Purchase tickets online at: https://tickets.humboldt.edu/dance-music-and-theatre. Responsible Person at Event Name: Michael Thomas. Sunday, April 12, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM. Theatre Arts 101 - John Van Duzer (JVD) Theatre, Theatre Arts 201 - John Van Duzer (JVD) Theatre Balcony, Theatre Arts 101D - John Van Duzer (JVD) Stage, Theatre Arts 101F - John Van Duzer (JVD) Lobby, Theatre Arts 101G - John Van Duzer (JVD) Control…

Lambda Theta Phi Chapter Meeting

Brothers must attend an hour and a half weekly study session in SH_108, before our weekly Chapter Meeting that starts at 7pm in which we discuss the future of our Fraternity and align our goals. Event Title: Weekly Chapter Meeting + Study Session. Organization: CLUB: LAMBDA THETA PHI. Responsible Person at Event Name: Juan Cordova. Monday, April 13, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Siemens Hall 108 - Lecture Room.

Speaker: Dr. Tenzin Mingyur Paldron

A zoom presentation by Dr. Tenzin Mingyur Paldron about their comic book A Capacity to Change, on transgender equality and our interconnected humanities. Event Title: Speaker: Dr. Tenzin Mingyur Paldron. Organization: ADPI + MENA, CRGS, GUTSWURRAK STUDENT ACTIVITIES CENTER. Responsible Person at Event Name: Paul Michael Atienza. Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:20 PM. Gutswurrak Student Activities Center 225 - Kate Buchanan Room (KBR), Art B 102 - Lecture Room.

Take Back the Night

This is a free market with students and campus organizations to set up blankets on the quad and give out free domestic violence resources, safe sex supplies, art, clothes, and anything they'd like to provide the campus community. This is a non traditional tabling event meaning no actual tables will be present but those who'd like to participate will have blankets set up on the ground with their goods to mimick a flea market. Event Title: Free Market. Organization: WOMXN'S RESOURCE CENTER. Responsible Person at Event Name: Venus Shearer. Will your event include amplified sound on the University or Art Quad? TRUE. Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. University Lower Quad.

Cal Poly Humboldt Percussion Ensembles

Join the Cal Poly Humboldt Percussion Ensemble for an exciting and high-energy hour of rhythm and sound on the University Quad! This dynamic performance will showcase a wide variety of music, from contemporary works to jazz fusion, performed on an array of keyboard percussion instruments including marimbas, vibraphones, and glockenspiels, alongside drum set and additional percussion. The program will also feature the World Percussion Ensemble performing vibrant music from Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. Experience the driving grooves and rich traditions of Brazilian percussion, brought to life through an exciting collection of authentic instruments and infectious rhythms. This free outdoor concert is open to all! Event Title: Cal Poly Humboldt Percussion Ensemble Performance. Organization: DANCE, MUSIC & THEATRE. Responsible Person at Event Name: Howard Kaufman. Will your event include amplified sound on the University or Art Quad? TRUE. Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. University Lower Quad.

Speaker: Dr. Tenzin Mingyur Paldron

A zoom presentation by Dr. Tenzin Mingyur Paldron about their comic book A Capacity to Change, on transgender equality and our interconnected humanities. Event Title: Speaker: Dr. Tenzin Mingyur Paldron. Organization: ADPI + MENA, CRGS, GUTSWURRAK STUDENT ACTIVITIES CENTER. Responsible Person at Event Name: Paul Michael Atienza. Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:20 PM. Gutswurrak Student Activities Center 225 - Kate Buchanan Room (KBR).

QTBIPOC+ Film Coalition Student Meeting

QTBIPOC+ Film Coalition Student Meeting; Screenings and Discussion for Student Produced Work that is centering the voices and stories of the QTBIPOC+ student community. Event Title: QTBIPOC+ Film Coalition Student Meeting. Organization: Art + Film. Responsible Person at Event Name: Michelle Cartier. Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Art B 102 - Lecture Room.

CCAT Fundraiser

Caps $5 Gowns $20 Package 25$, Cash or QR code, @CCAT. Event Title: Cap and Gown Rentals: Spring. Organization: CAMPUS CENTER FOR APPROPRIATE TECHNOLOGY. Responsible Person at Event Name: Dakari Tate. Thursday, April 16, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. CCAT Buck House.

World War II documentary & speaker

A screening of the documentary film Samurai in the Oregon Sky with its director, Ilana Sol.  Come learn the history of one of the only Japanese attacks on a U.S. state during World War Two and the aftereffects on a small community in Oregon. Event Title: Samurai in the Oregon Sky - film presentation & speaker. Organization: HISTORY. Responsible Person at Event Name: Paul Geck. Provide a brief description of Special Guest/Performer involvement: Ilana Sol is the director of the film "Samurai in the Oregon Sky." She will screen the film and lead a discussion session after the film. Friday, April 17, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Library 209 - Library Fishbowl.

Percussion Ensemble & World Percussion

The Department of Dance, Music, and Theatre at Cal Poly Humboldt presents Contemporary Music for Percussion performed by the “Cal Poly Humboldt Percussion Ensemble” and Samba of Bahia performed by the “World Percussion Group”. The performances are directed by Howard Kaufman. Join us Saturday, April 18th at 7:30 p.m. at the Fulkerson Recital Hall. Concert tickets are $15 General, $5 Children, and $5 for Cal Poly Humboldt students with ID. Tickets may be purchased at the door or in advance at tickets.humboldt.edu/dance-music-and-theatre,   Director Howard (Howie) Kaufman is enthusiastic about the evening's program, "I so appreciate the love and support that Humboldt County has shown us for the forty-plus years I have been a part of the percussion experience on campus and in the community. Please come out to this concert, support our students and the unique live music that the percussion ensembles perform. You won’t be disappointed!   The Cal Poly Humboldt Percussion Ensemble program will be featuring… Organization: DANCE, MUSIC & THEATRE. Tickets - General $: 15. Tickets - Student $: 0. Tickets - Child $: 5. Tickets - Senior $: 5. Purchase tickets online at: https://tickets.humboldt.edu/dance-music-and-theatre. Responsible Person at Event Name: Howie Kaufman. Saturday, April 18, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Music B 132 - Fulkerson Recital Hall, Music B 132A - Fulkerson Recital Hall Stage, Music B L-1 - Fulkerson Recital Hall Lobby.

CCAT Fundraiser

Caps $5 Gowns $20 Package 25$, Cash or QR code, @CCAT. Event Title: Cap and Gown Rentals: Spring. Organization: CAMPUS CENTER FOR APPROPRIATE TECHNOLOGY. Responsible Person at Event Name: Dakari Tate. Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. CCAT Buck House.

Climate Control

Join us for the Screening of Climate Control, an award-winning short film by Sarah Lasley, Associate Professor in the Department of Art + Film. Made in collaboration with film students, Climate Control looks at generational responses to the climate crisis and A.I. through an absurdist lens. Producer Nicola Waugh will lead a Q&A following the film. Event Title: Sustainability Film Series. Organization: FM SUSTAINABILITY OFFICE. Responsible Person at Event Name: Morgan King. Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Library 209 - Library Fishbowl.

Toyon Issue 72 Book Launch

Join us for the release of Toyon 72: Sumud! Featuring live readings from the authors, an award ceremony, a staff recognition, and more. ABOUT ISSUE 72, Sumud is the verbal noun of “samada” meaning “steadfastness,” “perseverance,” or “persistence in the face of adversity.” Sumud refers to a constellation of Palestinian social practices, both individual and collective, that emphasize Indigenous, life-affirming, and everyday acts of resistance and survival in a settler-constructed world that seeks their demise.  WHO WE ARE, Toyon Multilingual Literary Magazine (est. 1954) is the abolitionist and anti-colonial platform for literary, spoken, and visual art edited by students at Cal Poly Humboldt. Toyon recognizes the revolutionary potential of art in the interconnected struggles for the liberation of all oppressed peoples while also acknowledging the role that writers, publishers, and literary institutions continue to play in shaping, regulating, and maintaining the status quo. We understand that art has… Event Title: Toyon Book Launch: Issue 72: Sumud. Organization: ENGLISH. Responsible Person at Event Name: Marcos Hernandez. Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. College Creek Community Center 260 - Great Hall.

'Artists in the Field' with HUMAN MADE

'Artists in the Field' is an event hosted by HUMAN MADE that gives artists a platform to share their journey with the community. In an open mic set-up, artists from any point in their journey are encouraged to share. All students are welcome and open to community members by invitation only. Event Title: 'Artists in the Field' with HUMAN MADE. Organization: CLUB: HUMAN MADE. Responsible Person at Event Name: LIVI E. Lyman (they/them). Thursday, April 23, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Nelson Hall 102 - Goodwin Forum.

CCAT Fundraiser

Caps $5 Gowns $20 Package 25$, Cash or QR code, @CCAT. Event Title: Cap and Gown Rentals: Spring. Organization: CAMPUS CENTER FOR APPROPRIATE TECHNOLOGY. Responsible Person at Event Name: Dakari Tate. Thursday, April 23, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. CCAT Buck House.

59th Annual Humboldt Int'l Film Fest

The 59th annual Humboldt International Film Festival is coming to the Minor Theatre April 23-26! The world’s longest running student-led film festival presents over 30 short narrative, animation, documentary and experimental films, plus a special panel discussion and workshop from our three talented guest judges, Latajh Weaver, Julian Doan and Kat Ball. Admission is FREE for all Cal Poly Humboldt students - just bring your ID to the box office and come early to ensure a seat! Full schedule and info at https://www.humboldtfilmfest.com/. Event Title: 59th Annual Humboldt International Film Festival. Organization: Art + Film, COLLEGE OF ARTS HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCI. Responsible Person at Event Name: Nicola Waugh. Thursday, April 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Off-campus Minor Theatre.

59th Annual Humboldt Int'l Film Fest

The 59th annual Humboldt International Film Festival is coming to the Minor Theatre April 23-26! The world’s longest running student-led film festival presents over 30 short narrative, animation, documentary and experimental films, plus a special panel discussion and workshop from our three talented guest judges, Latajh Weaver, Julian Doan and Kat Ball. Admission is FREE for all Cal Poly Humboldt students - just bring your ID to the box office and come early to ensure a seat! Full schedule and info at https://www.humboldtfilmfest.com/. Event Title: 59th Annual Humboldt International Film Festival. Organization: Art + Film, COLLEGE OF ARTS HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCI. Responsible Person at Event Name: Nicola Waugh. Friday, April 24, 2026, 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Off-campus Minor Theatre.

HIFF 59th Guest Judge Panel

HIFF’s three guest judges share how they navigate multiple jobs to support their filmmaking passions. This panel explores how filmmakers sustain their careers in the independent and commercial industries by balancing the roles they love with the work that pays the bills. LaTajh Weaver is a screenwriter, director, and producer from Oakland, CA. They were named one of Filmmaker Magazine’s 25 New Faces of Independent Film. They have produced commissioned films for The Guardian, the Museum of African Diaspora, and the San Francisco Queer Arts Foundation. In 2025, Weaver had two films premiere on the festival circuit: Budget Paradise, which debuted at the SFFILM Festival and Hold Me Close, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. Weaver served as Associate Producer on Earth Mama (A24). A recipient of the SFFILM Rainin Grant, Weaver is currently developing their debut feature, No One Turned Away for Lack of Funds, a dark comedy exploring identity politics and belonging within the Bay Area’s Queer scene.  … Event Title: HIFF 59th Guest Judge Panel: Passions & Paychecks: Finding the Balance. Organization: HUMBOLDT INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL, Art + Film. Responsible Person at Event Name: Nicola Waugh. Provide a brief description of Special Guest/Performer involvement: Julian Doan, Katharine Ball and LaTajh Weaver are the three guest judges invited for the Humboldt Film Festival. They will be judging the festival film submissions, giving a panel talk and talking to some of our Art & Film classes as part of their participation in this year's Humboldt Film Festival. Friday, April 24, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Art B 102 - Lecture Room.

CCAT Spring Celebration 2026

Celebrate the return of sunshine, seedlings, and all things green at CCAT’s Spring Celebration. Our student-powered sustainability center is throwing open the garden gates for an afternoon of hands-on fun, skill-sharing, and community joy. In the spirit of CCAT’s mission to inspire sustainable living through experiential education, guests can wander through blooming garden beds and enjoy the lively energy of a space built by and for students. Whether you’re planting a seed, exploring renewable energy systems, or just soaking up the spring vibes, this celebration invites everyone to reconnect with the land, each other, and the creative possibilities of a more sustainable future. Event Title: CCAT Spring Celebration 2026. Organization: CAMPUS CENTER FOR APPROPRIATE TECHNOLOGY. Responsible Person at Event Name: Cj Pehle Dakari Tate Sage Hipkins. Saturday, April 25, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. CCAT Buck House.

59th Annual Humboldt Int'l Film Fest

The 59th annual Humboldt International Film Festival is coming to the Minor Theatre April 23-26! The world’s longest running student-led film festival presents over 30 short narrative, animation, documentary and experimental films, plus a special panel discussion and workshop from our three talented guest judges, Latajh Weaver, Julian Doan and Kat Ball. Admission is FREE for all Cal Poly Humboldt students - just bring your ID to the box office and come early to ensure a seat! Full schedule and info at https://www.humboldtfilmfest.com/. Event Title: 59th Annual Humboldt International Film Festival. Organization: Art + Film, COLLEGE OF ARTS HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCI. Responsible Person at Event Name: Nicola Waugh. Saturday, April 25, 2026, 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Off-campus Minor Theatre.

Jazz Combos

Organization: DANCE, MUSIC & THEATRE. Tickets - General $: 15. Tickets - Student $: 0. Tickets - Child $: 5. Tickets - Senior $: 5. Purchase tickets online at: https://tickets.humboldt.edu/dance-music-and-theatre. Responsible Person at Event Name: Dan Aldag. Saturday, April 25, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM. Music B 132 - Fulkerson Recital Hall, Music B 132A - Fulkerson Recital Hall Stage, Music B L-1 - Fulkerson Recital Hall Lobby.

Guitar Ensemble

Organization: DANCE, MUSIC & THEATRE. Tickets - General $: 15. Tickets - Student $: 0. Tickets - Child $: 5. Tickets - Senior $: 5. Purchase tickets online at: https://tickets.humboldt.edu/dance-music-and-theatre. Responsible Person at Event Name: Jennifer Trowbridge. Sunday, April 26, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM. Music B 132 - Fulkerson Recital Hall, Music B 132A - Fulkerson Recital Hall Stage, Music B L-1 - Fulkerson Recital Hall Lobby.

59th Annual Humboldt Int'l Film Fest

The 59th annual Humboldt International Film Festival is coming to the Minor Theatre April 23-26! The world’s longest running student-led film festival presents over 30 short narrative, animation, documentary and experimental films, plus a special panel discussion and workshop from our three talented guest judges, Latajh Weaver, Julian Doan and Kat Ball. Admission is FREE for all Cal Poly Humboldt students - just bring your ID to the box office and come early to ensure a seat! Full schedule and info at https://www.humboldtfilmfest.com/. Event Title: 59th Annual Humboldt International Film Festival. Organization: Art + Film, COLLEGE OF ARTS HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCI. Responsible Person at Event Name: Nicola Waugh. Sunday, April 26, 2026, 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Off-campus Minor Theatre.

HumPoly Recital Series: Vipisa Trio

Organization: DANCE, MUSIC & THEATRE. Tickets - General $: 15. Tickets - Student $: 5. Tickets - Child $: 5. Tickets - Senior $: 5. Responsible Person at Event Name: Cindy Moyer. Sunday, April 26, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Music B 132 - Fulkerson Recital Hall, Music B 132A - Fulkerson Recital Hall Stage, Music B L-1 - Fulkerson Recital Hall Lobby.

Lambda Theta Phi Chapter Meeting

Brothers must attend an hour and a half weekly study session in SH_108, before our weekly Chapter Meeting that starts at 7pm in which we discuss the future of our Fraternity and align our goals. Event Title: Weekly Chapter Meeting + Study Session. Organization: CLUB: LAMBDA THETA PHI. Responsible Person at Event Name: Juan Cordova. Monday, April 27, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Siemens Hall 108 - Lecture Room.

CCAT Fundraiser

Caps $5 Gowns $20 Package 25$, Cash or QR code, @CCAT. Event Title: Cap and Gown Rentals: Spring. Organization: CAMPUS CENTER FOR APPROPRIATE TECHNOLOGY. Responsible Person at Event Name: Dakari Tate. Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. CCAT Buck House.

CCAT Fundraiser

Caps $5 Gowns $20 Package 25$, Cash or QR code, @CCAT. Event Title: Cap and Gown Rentals: Spring. Organization: CAMPUS CENTER FOR APPROPRIATE TECHNOLOGY. Responsible Person at Event Name: Dakari Tate. Thursday, April 30, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. CCAT Buck House.

Annual Hip Hop Conference

Annual Hip Hop Conference, 4/30/26 Keynote Speaker in Goodwin Forum 5-9pm, 5/1/26 Presentations (Siemens Hall) 5-9pm and Celebration (D Street Community Center) 7-10pm, Local artists, student presentations and keynote speaker. Food and Drinks, open to all. Event Title: Annual Hip Hop Conference. Organization: CRGS. Responsible Person at Event Name: Ramona Bell. Thursday, April 30, 2026, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Nelson Hall 102 - Goodwin Forum.

Medusa's Tale

Countless would-be-heroes have tried to slay Medusa, the famous monster with snakes for hair, but each and every one has turned to stone, simply by meeting her gaze. The young Perseus is different, though. The Goddess Athena has given him a sword and shield and told him to beware of Medusa's tricks. But Perseus finds himself suddenly unprepared when Medusa's weapon of choice is a bedtime story—the story of her life. Please be advised that the show contains themes of sexual assault. Organization: DANCE, MUSIC & THEATRE. Responsible Person at Event Name: Eliza Klinger. Thursday, April 30, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Gist Hall 219 - Gist Hall Theatre Stage, Gist Hall 219 - Gist Hall Theatre Seating.

2026 Spring Makers Market

Campus artists and creators will come together for an afternoon on the quad to show and sell their art and creations! Students, staff, and faculty welcome! Pre-register to reserve your booth today - email osl@humboldt.edu. Event Title: 2026 Spring Makers Market. Organization: OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE. Responsible Person at Event Name: Ash Hansen. Will your event include amplified sound on the University or Art Quad? FALSE. Friday, May 1, 2026, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM. University Upper Quad, University Lower Quad.

Annual Hip Hop Conference

Annual Hip Hop Conference, 4/30/26 Keynote Speaker in Goodwin Forum 5-9pm, 5/1/26 Presentations (Siemens Hall) 5-9pm and Celebration (D Street Community Center) 7-10pm, Local artists, student presentations and keynote speaker. Food and Drinks, open to all. Event Title: Annual Hip Hop Conference. Organization: CRGS. Responsible Person at Event Name: Ramona Bell. Friday, May 1, 2026, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Siemens Hall 108 - Lecture Room, Siemens Hall 110 - Lecture Room, Siemens Hall 109 - Lecture Room, Siemens Hall 115 - Lecture Room, Siemens Hall 117 - Lecture Room, Off-campus D Street Neighborhood Center.

A Thousand Pines Screening

The Forestry Club, El Centro Académico de Humboldt, and the Department of Forestry, Fire, and Rangeland Management are screening A Thousand Pines, a documentary directed by Dr. Noam Osband and Sebastián Díaz. In this tale of labor and family that shines a light on the precarity of temporary work visas, Raymundo Morales leads a crew of workers who have to make the challenging decision to leave their families in rural Mexico to plant commercial pine forests in the United States. The director, Sebastián Díaz, will be present for a post-screening conversation with the audience. This event will be open to the community, and food and nonalcoholic refreshments will be available.   Sponsored by The Jackpot!/Student Activities Funding Board.   This event is wheelchair accessible. Persons who wish to request disability-related accommodations, including sign-language interpreters, should contact: SAFB@humboldt.edu or call 707-826-3776. Please request accommodations at least two weeks prior to the… Event Title: A Thousand Pines Screening With Director Sebastián Díaz. Organization: CLUB: FORESTRY, EL CENTRO, FORESTRY, FIRE & RANGELAND MANAGEMENT. Responsible Person at Event Name: Elan Bustos. Provide a brief description of Special Guest/Performer involvement: Director of the film. Friday, May 1, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Founders Hall 118 - Lecture Room.

Medusa's Tale

Countless would-be-heroes have tried to slay Medusa, the famous monster with snakes for hair, but each and every one has turned to stone, simply by meeting her gaze. The young Perseus is different, though. The Goddess Athena has given him a sword and shield and told him to beware of Medusa's tricks. But Perseus finds himself suddenly unprepared when Medusa's weapon of choice is a bedtime story—the story of her life. Please be advised that the show contains themes of sexual assault. Organization: DANCE, MUSIC & THEATRE. Responsible Person at Event Name: Eliza Klinger. Friday, May 1, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Gist Hall 219 - Gist Hall Theatre Stage, Gist Hall 219 - Gist Hall Theatre Seating.

Wind Ensemble

Organization: DANCE, MUSIC & THEATRE. Tickets - General $: 15. Tickets - Student $: 0. Tickets - Child $: 5. Tickets - Senior $: 5. Purchase tickets online at: https://tickets.humboldt.edu/dance-music-and-theatre. Responsible Person at Event Name: Chris Cox. Friday, May 1, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM. Music B 132 - Fulkerson Recital Hall, Music B 132A - Fulkerson Recital Hall Stage, Music B L-1 - Fulkerson Recital Hall Lobby.

Medusa's Tale

Countless would-be-heroes have tried to slay Medusa, the famous monster with snakes for hair, but each and every one has turned to stone, simply by meeting her gaze. The young Perseus is different, though. The Goddess Athena has given him a sword and shield and told him to beware of Medusa's tricks. But Perseus finds himself suddenly unprepared when Medusa's weapon of choice is a bedtime story—the story of her life. Please be advised that the show contains themes of sexual assault. Organization: DANCE, MUSIC & THEATRE. Responsible Person at Event Name: Eliza Klinger. Saturday, May 2, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Gist Hall 219 - Gist Hall Theatre Stage, Gist Hall 219 - Gist Hall Theatre Seating.

Masters of the Steel Drum

Masters of the Steel Drum – 40th Anniversary Celebration, Join us as we celebrate 40 years of the Cal Poly Humboldt Calypso Band, founded by Dr. Eugene Novotney. This year’s special guests include the “Paganini of the steelpan” Liam Teague, rising star Khan Cordice, and 17-year-old prodigy Jaden Teague-Núñez.   The Cal Poly Humboldt Calypso Band brings the vibrant sounds of Trinidad to the stage with high-energy “Calypso” and “Soca” music. Influenced by master composers like Ray Holman and Len “Boogsie” Sharpe—who have written original works for the group—the band’s legacy includes alumni performing at Trinidad’s National Panorama Competition and leading steelbands nationwide.   Liam Teague, Professor of Music at Northern Illinois University, is celebrated worldwide for pushing the artistic boundaries of the steelpan, performing with Grammy-winning artists, and composing for leading steelbands. Khan Cordice, Antigua and Barbuda’s most decorated Panorama arranger, is an award-winning musician,… Event Title: 40th Anniversary Celebration. Organization: Cal Poly Humboldt Presents. Tickets - General $: 35. Tickets - Student $: 0. Tickets - Child $: 15. Tickets - Senior $: 25. Purchase tickets online at: https://tickets.humboldt.edu/show-details/masters-of-the-steel-drum. Responsible Person at Event Name: Michael Moore, Jr. Saturday, May 2, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM. Theatre Arts 101 - John Van Duzer (JVD) Theatre, Theatre Arts 201 - John Van Duzer (JVD) Theatre Balcony, Theatre Arts 101D - John Van Duzer (JVD) Stage, Theatre Arts 101F - John Van Duzer (JVD) Lobby, Theatre Arts 101G - John Van Duzer (JVD) Control…

Studio Voice Recital

Organization: DANCE, MUSIC & THEATRE. Responsible Person at Event Name: Elisabeth Harrington. Sunday, May 3, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM. Music B 132 - Fulkerson Recital Hall, Music B 132A - Fulkerson Recital Hall Stage, Music B L-1 - Fulkerson Recital Hall Lobby.

Evening of Dance

Organization: DANCE, MUSIC & THEATRE. Responsible Person at Event Name: Linda Maxwell. Thursday, May 7, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM. Theatre Arts 101 - John Van Duzer (JVD) Theatre, Theatre Arts 201 - John Van Duzer (JVD) Theatre Balcony, Theatre Arts 101D - John Van Duzer (JVD) Stage, Theatre Arts 101F - John Van Duzer (JVD) Lobby, Theatre Arts 101G - John Van Duzer (JVD) Control…

String Studio Recital

Organization: DANCE, MUSIC & THEATRE. Responsible Person at Event Name: Cindy Moyer. Monday, May 11, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM. Music B 132 - Fulkerson Recital Hall, Music B 132A - Fulkerson Recital Hall Stage, Music B L-1 - Fulkerson Recital Hall Lobby.

Senior Recital: Bohan Chu, piano

Bohan will be performing her Senior Recital in Fulkerson Recital Hall. Organization: DANCE, MUSIC & THEATRE. Responsible Person at Event Name: Daniela Mineva. Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Music B 132 - Fulkerson Recital Hall, Music B 132A - Fulkerson Recital Hall Stage, Music B L-1 - Fulkerson Recital Hall Lobby.

ADPI+MENA Cultural Graduation

The Asian, Desi, Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern, and North African (ADPI+MENA) Cultural Graduation Celebration is a special gathering to honor the achievements, resilience, and cultural heritage of our graduates. This intimate event brings together peers, faculty, family, and friends to celebrate the incredible journey our graduates have taken at Cal Poly Humboldt. It is a time to recognize their hard work, reflect on their growth, and express gratitude to those who have supported them along the way. The ADPI+MENA Cultural Graduation Celebration is more than just a ceremony; it is a space to embrace and uplift the rich traditions and diverse experiences that shape our community.  This celebration is voluntary and is open to all graduating students who would like to participate, regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Event Title: ADPI+MENA 2026 Cultural Graduation. Organization: ADPI + MENA. Responsible Person at Event Name: Heng Yam. Friday, May 15, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Off-campus Blue Lake Saphire Palace.