In this research, we will talk about the correlations between the struggle for a fair and just system based on Title 9 as something that happens in a college environment. We argue that Title 9 is necessary to constitutionally protect people, but that the policy has its flaws. Rape, sexual assault, gender equity, are experiences that people are forced to overcome by sharing the trauma they underwent by acknowledging that this happened to them.

Autism is a neurological condition that impairs cognitive function(CF). Changes to the CNS and diminished neuro physiologic pathways could contribute to the pathology of autism and the decreased responsiveness of neuronal networking and neurotransmitter release. Growth factors are important in regulating neuronal function. This study investigates exercise as an effective therapy for improving CF in autism. We hypothesize that the contraction of skeletal muscle during moderate intensity exercise will upregulate BDNF into a cascade of cellular events that enhance neuroplasticity. The study will involve a 6-week exercise intervention with bio fluid analysis to measure BDNF and changes in CF.

This research aims to explore the efficacy of using Social Determination Theory (SDT) principles with an exercise program for individuals with disabilities. The SDT theoretical framework highlights the importance of social environments to support individuals' basic psychological needs such as autonomy, relatedness, and competence as it relates to exercise motivation. In the study, the researcher measured the exercise performance of an adult with Down Syndrome during a 6-week program hosted at a recreation facility in Northern California. The independent variables measured included walking, modified push-ups, and curl-ups.

For the second consecutive summer, Cal Poly Humboldt's CSU Summer Algebra Institute's (SAI) goal was aimed at demystifying Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) related projects, majors, and careers, to further increase Humboldt, Del Norte, and Mendocino County BIPOC (6th-12th grades) students’ interests in pursuing majors and careers in STEAM, and minimize learning gaps in mathematics. Students who enrolled in the virtual 2022 SAI, a 4-week program, completed a minimum of 57 hour intensive individualized Mathematics course using EdReady, engaged in 19 days of culturally relevant STEAM curriculum, and participated in workshops on College & Career Preparation.

The purpose of this research is to investigate the therapeutic potential of exercise as an adjunctive treatment for substance use disorder, with the focus on three target problematic areas, in chronic use and relapse. 1. Regulation of the stress response or the HPA axis. 2. Promotion of neuroplasticity through BDNF expression. 3. Activation of natural dopamine reward pathways. This research will evaluate exercise's efficacy in building stress resilience, facilitating neural repair, and satisfying altered reward circuitry - thereby reducing susceptibility to relapse triggers. Potentially legitimizing its use as a low-cost, sustainable adjunct to current rehabilitation strategies.

Wicked problems are complex issues that resist straightforward solutions. Whether it's climate change, poverty, or healthcare disparities, these problems are shaped by countless variables and often lack clear boundaries. No single discipline holds the key to addressing wicked problems; instead, it requires a collaborative effort that draws on insights from various fields, including science, humanities, social sciences, and more. The aim of the Wicked Problems podcast is to showcase the power of interdisciplinary approaches in addressing the pressing challenges of our time.

College Corps, a collaboration between Cal Poly Humboldt, College of the Redwoods, and Arcata House Partnership (AHP), tackles homelessness in Humboldt County. AHP provides crucial support, offering personalized assistance and essential services to over 1700 homeless individuals, including hygiene products, clothing, case management, food assistance, and empowerment programs. Collaborative efforts like College Corps maximize impact amid resource challenges. AHP's compassionate approach fosters stability and community well-being, striving for lasting change by advocating for safe, affordable housing and continuously improving services.

Hosted at Cal Poly Humboldt, Pitch Fest is an opportunity for College Corps Fellows to participate in an authentic learning experience focused on the learning objective of grant writing. Many community partners had their College Corps students take the initiative to identify a project, create a budget to accomplish their respective strategic goals, and develop an argument as to why their needs were crucial for the institution they worked for and the greater community. Together, three College Corps Fellows serving The Clarke Museum, Eureka, won the top grant prize to protect “The Sun Set Twice on the People that Day “ Mural, painted by Native artists Brian Tripp and Alme Allen.

The United Indian Health Services Potawot Community Food Garden aims to supply Native American communities with fresh, organic and locally grown produce in an effort to reduce food insecurity while educating clients about the importance of maintaining a connection to the land. College Corps Fellows joined the Garden’s mission to get nutritious food into the hands of those who need it most. Fellows learned a variety of food crops, methods of planting them, and organic ways to manage pests and weeds. After working at the garden, fellows recognize the need for sustained volunteering and help from the community to keep the project running, especially though the summer when students are on break.

At the Arcata Creative Sanctuary, community members come together to socialize, create art, and enjoy music. As College Corps Fellows, we got to help facilitate these activities, and help the Sanctuary better achieve its goal of becoming a space for sustainable, creative living and education.