Music, Time, Meaning, and You
L4Humboldt
Existentialism: A Conversation About Music, Time, and You ,
Ever listen to a song that felt like it knew something about you? That wasn’t coincidence. That’s resonant thinking—a form of cognition often dismissed as “vibes,” but actually rooted in empathy, memory, and attention.
In this workshop, we’ll listen to two songs—Steely Dan’s “Reelin’ In the Years” (1972) and Magdalena Bay’s “Killing Time” (2024)—written decades apart in vastly different social and technological contexts, yet both expressing a shared anxiety about time, selfhood, and meaning. We’ll treat them as philosophical texts and listen with care, while also thinking about what Yacht Rock represented, and how it's channeled through modern synthpop.
We’ll ask:
What is each song saying about time, agency, and the self?
, What’s the difference between “analyzing” and “resonating”?
, Can music teach us how to think, not just feel?
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You don’t need to know existentialism. You just need a lyric that lingered, a willingness to listen,…
Event Title: L4Humboldt. Organization: CENTER FOR TEACHING & LEARNING, LIBRARY. Responsible Person at Event Name: Matthew Camacho.
Monday, August 4, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Library 209 - Library Fishbowl.
Making Vision Boards & Button Art
L4Humboldt
Mindful Making: Vision Boards & Button Art,
What's important to you right now and what do you want into your life? Vision Boards are a great tool to reflect and/or remind ourselves of our answers to this question, and Buttons can communicate these answers to others. In gathering imagery that calls to you, ideas likely will emerge for your next steps. Come take this opportunity to get creative and crafty with the campus community while envisioning your values, goals, growth, motivation, and future! Materials will be provided and feel free to bring materials of your own, if desired.
for a reminder!
Event Title: L4Humboldt. Organization: LEARNING CENTER, LIBRARY. Responsible Person at Event Name: Kas Colwell.
Monday, August 4, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Library 209 - Library Fishbowl.
Being Human with AI
L4Humboldt
A space where folks can explore the ethical and relational implications of AI—especially as it shows up in our work, emotions, and human connections. This is a 3-part series to be held on June 3, July 1, and August 5.
for a reminder!
Event Title: L4Humboldt. Organization: ACADEMIC & CAREER ADVISING CENTER, LIBRARY. Responsible Person at Event Name: Anna Thaler.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Library 302 - Humboldt Scholars Lab.
Twisted Stitches
L4Humboldt
Come crochet, knit, needlepoint, whatever your current project is, come work on it with likeminded people.
Event Title: L4Humboldt. Organization: LIBRARY. Responsible Person at Event Name: Melitta Jackson, Carly Marino.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Library 317 - Library Classroom.
Pop Culture Trivia
L4Humboldt
Celebrate all things pop culture with this fun and friendly trivia competition. Participants will form teams and compete for fabulous prizes. All are welcome.
for a reminder!
Event Title: L4Humboldt. Organization: LIBRARY. Responsible Person at Event Name: Garrett Purchio.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Library 209 - Library Fishbowl.
Wild & Crazy Vintage Film Screening
L4Humboldt
Join us at noon every Wednesday in the the Library Fishbowl for an hour of the weirdest short films ever made! Each program will consist of animated, science fiction/fantasy, experimental, and classic industrial/informational films from around the world. You won't believe your eyes, or your ears!
Event Title: L4Humboldt. Organization: CENTER FOR TEACHING & LEARNING, LIBRARY. Responsible Person at Event Name: Michel Sargent.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Library 209 - Library Fishbowl.
Wacky Socks Wednesday
L4Humboldt
Wear your wackiest, coolest, favorite socks and show them off in the Library Nordstrom Lobby at 1:05pm every Wednesday. Meet interesting people, answer trivia questions, and be a part of L4Humboldt this summer with your socks!
Event Title: L4Humboldt. Organization: LIBRARY. Responsible Person at Event Name: Cyril Oberlander.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 1:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Library 102 - Gus & Corrine Nordstrom Lobby.
2025 Library Olympics
L4Humboldt
Go for the gold in a series of friendly competitions at the Cal Poly Humboldt Library. Participants will go head-to-head to try and win medals in a variety of fun events. This session will feature opening and closing ceremonies. All are welcome to participate.
for a reminder!
Event Title: L4Humboldt. Organization: LIBRARY. Responsible Person at Event Name: Garrett Purchio.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Library 209 - Library Fishbowl, Library 202H - Helen Everett Reading Room, Library 202A - Authors Hall.
Staff & Faculty Tea & Talk
L4Humboldt
Come Join Us for Tea & Talk!
Join us for Tea and Talk, a monthly listening circle hosted by ODEI in partnership with HR, CAPS, APS, and Staff Council, at the Vine DeLoria room in the Social Justice, Equity, and Inclusion Center (Balabanis House). This circle provides a supportive space for faculty and staff to share personal experiences, engage in deep listening, and foster a sense of community across campus roles. Refreshments will be served, and facilitators will guide small group discussions centered on connection, care, and belonging. This in-person event is designed to support employee well-being and foster a more inclusive campus climate.
for a reminder!
Event Title: L4Humboldt. Organization: DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION, LIBRARY. Responsible Person at Event Name: Fernando Paz.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Balabanis House - Social Justice, Equity, and Inc Center 106 - Vine Deloria Room.
1,000 Paper Crane Challenge
L4Humboldt
Join Us for a Moment of Reflection and Creativity - According to Japanese legend, folding 1,000 paper cranes can bring a wish, recovery, and wellness. Cranes symbolize hope, healing, and peace - something we could all use with everything happening in the world around us. We invite you to take a break from work, connect with others, and help us reach our goal of folding 1,000 cranes together. Let’s come together in a spirit of renewal and positivity, one fold at a time.
Event Title: L4Humboldt. Organization: LIBRARY. Responsible Person at Event Name: Jessica Welch.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Library 202 - West Window Area.