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Welcome to the official College of Natural Resources and Sciences page.

The College of Natural Resources and Sciences includes 12 science programs: Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Environmental Science and Management, Environmental Resources Engineering, Fisheries Biology, Forestry and Wildand Resources, Geology, Mathematics, Oceanography, Physics & Astronomy and Wildlife.

10/01/2026

Pocket Prairie Project: SHIFT funded project called The “Pocket Prairie” which is a lawn conversion over where the Jensen house used to be located. Its been a year long project to convert the lawn into a native coastal prairie. It’s a student led project from Rangeland Resources Science in collaboration with campus facilities.

09/24/2026

Be there or square! 🚁
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EMAIL [email protected]
TO SIGN UP FOR LUNCH WITH THE CREW!

09/23/2026

Cell biology lab with Professor Amy Sprowles 🧬🔬

09/09/2026

We want to celebrate Lori Dengler, whose tireless dedication to tsunami risk reduction has left an indelible mark on California. Her work helped Manila, California, in Humboldt County, become the first community in the state to earn TsunamiReady® Tier II status. 🙌

And we’re thrilled to recognize Amanda Admire, who is carrying the torch from the Cal Poly Humboldt side — continuing this important work with dedication, education, and a commitment to helping keep millions of people informed and safe. 💙
Lori and Amanda, thank you both for your incredible contributions, leadership, and commitment to tsunami preparedness and community resilience.
We’re grateful for all you do! 🌊💪

08/29/2026

Dear Cal Poly Humboldt students, faculty & staff — it’s time to put the spotlight on YOU! 🎥🌿

Introducing the CNRS Spotlight Series — a celebration of the incredible people who make the College of Natural Resources & Sciences (CNRS) what it is. Whether you’re making an impact in the classroom, the lab, the field, the community, or simply bringing your authentic self to campus, we want to celebrate you! 💚

👀 Know someone who goes above and beyond?
🌟 Someone whose work deserves a little recognition?
👏 Someone who inspires others just by being themselves?

NOMINATE THEM! 🗣️✨

This is your chance to uplift your fellow Cal Poly Humboldt community members, celebrate their accomplishments, and help showcase the amazing talent, passion, and people within CNRS. 🌎🔬🌱

📲 Click the link in our bio to submit your nomination!

Let’s shine a light on the people who make CNRS extraordinary. Your story. Your people. Your spotlight. 💫

08/24/2026

Don’t sleep on a Stem Celebration!

Two days and two events!

Kick off the celebration with a free movie night showing the movie One Million Miles away on September 9, 2026 at 7 PM at the Minor theater!

but it doesn’t stop there there’s another event on Saturday, September 12, 2026 from 11 AM to 2 PM in the Great Hall right here on campus.

11 am to 12pm you can hear from faculty, alumni, and local stem professionals
12 pm to 1 pm there’s a community lunch
1 pm to 2pm there’s interactive breakout sessions.

So find your people learn and connect at this event hosted by CNRS and ODEI. 🌲

06/25/2026

🪨⚠️ New Earthquake Fault Discovered in Humboldt County

Researchers have confirmed a previously unknown active fault near Shively that could produce magnitude 7+ earthquakes, improving our understanding of earthquake hazards in Northern California.

🤝 Cal Poly Humboldt partners & experts featured:
• California Geological Survey
• U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
• National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (funding)

Cal Poly Humboldt geologist Mark Hemphill-Haley co-led the research, while Melanie Michalak, a Cal Poly Humboldt tectonic geologist, highlighted the importance of mapping hidden faults to improve earthquake preparedness across California.

🌎 The findings will help update California’s seismic hazard maps and strengthen future resilience.

To read the article click on our link tree in our bio

06/22/2026

RCAA natural resource services division is hiring for multiple temporary positions on their restoration crew!

Restoration field crew I - temporary, full time through October 2026 starting at $20/ hour.

Training provided but some restoration/ field experience is desirable.

05/14/2026

Congratulations Cal-Poly Graduates 🎓✨from CNRS🌲
You all did great!
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Get ready to celebrate this Saturday, May 16 | Redwood Bowl

CNRS Ceremony @ 12pm

What was your favorite CalPoly memory??🥹💚
Drop a comment & let us know🫶🏽
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12/08/2025

Hello CNRS! 🌿✨
We’re excited to showcase limited-edition stickers featuring artwork created by members of our own community. These stickers will be shared during career days, recruitment events, and other college promotions.

If you’re faculty, staff, a student, or an alum of the College of Natural Resources & Sciences, we’d love to feature your artwork. Let’s show everyone that CNRS is full of brilliant minds and amazing artists. 🎨✨

Address

1 Harpst Street
Arcata, CA
95521

Telephone

+17078263256

Website

http://cnrs.humboldt.edu/

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