Students participate in the manuscript selection and all other activities related to production, publication and distribution of Toyon, HSU's annual literary journal of creativity. Submissions are solicited from both the campus and community. Students screen submissions for this nationwide competition, selecting finalists for review by an outside judge. Student works with groups, such as government agencies providing expertise. Student observes and participates in California primary and general elections.
Student engages in field observation and placement in a public or private nonprofit agency.
Student is involved in political decision-making processes at local, state or federal level. Student designs and executes political campaign at the local or state level. Student works with local societies, museums and institutions such as the Arcata Historical Sites Society, the Clarke Memorial Museum and the National Forest Service performing archival study or museum work. Student may participate as a judge in History Day. Student works on newspaper or magazine, in broadcast media, or in public relations or advertising.