Science Teaching During the Later Cal Poly Humboldt College Years: 1954-73

Some Significant Events for Humboldt Science:

  • 1956 - Division of Natural Resources established.
    • Photo Gallery: pictures of students and faculty engaged in scientific pursuits at Humboldt, 1954-59
  • 1960 - The M.A. degree in biology is approved. New divisions established for biological and physical sciences.
  • 1962 - Forestry building completed, Van MatrĂ© Hall (old library) remodeled for engineering.
  • 1962-3 - East wing of Science A completed, Chemistry moves from basement of Founders Hall and Physics moves from temporary Quonset huts to new facilities.
  • 1970 - The R.V. Catalyst is the new oceanography vessel.
  • 1971 - Biology complex is completed (Science B & C).
  • 1972 - Natural Resources building is completed. HSC renamed California State University, Humboldt