CSULB’s ASI is hosting a dance challenge for enrolled students to participate in on social media, honoring the new campus mascot, “Elbee” the shark, from Aug. 20 through Sept. 6.
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CSULB ID cards redesigned after 16 years
After 16 years, Long Beach State officials are issuing redesigned campus ID cards for the upcoming fall semester to new faculty, staff and students.
CSU students now required to take ethnic studies course
After months of deliberation, Assembly Bill 1460 has been signed into law by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
CSULB unveils new shark mascot “Elbee”
Long Beach State introduced its new shark mascot, “Elbee,” via social media Monday after students voted over a year ago to replace the former mascot, Prospector Pete.
Parking and Transportation Services announces new monthly parking permit, lots to be closed for fall 2020
To better accommodate the modified campus, Parking and Transportation Services is making changes to their permit, lot and shuttle availability.
CSU will now offer one free online class at any system-affiliated campus for transferable credit
Through CSU Fully Online, currently enrolled students may register for an online course at any of the 23 campuses at no additional cost and receive transferable GE credit.
CSULB’s class of 2020 to join class of 2021 for commencement in May
The class of 2020 is set to walk with the class of 2021 next May, President Jane Close Conoley announced Friday.
CSU budget trimmed by $299 million, CSULB facing $22 million in cuts
The California State University system is facing a budget cut of $299 million from the state stemming from coronavirus-related impacts. According to CSU Chancellor Timothy P. White, the CSU faces a three-year financial challenge likely to include layoffs.
Plans for affordable housing in Downtown Long Beach terminated
Two developments slated to house students, faculty and staff at an affordable rate have been abandoned due to a lack of funding and a change of hands in developers.
Trump administration rejects new DACA applicants, ignores Supreme Court ruling
With complete disregard for the Supreme Court’s ruling last month to defend DACA, Immigration officials are continuing to reject incoming applications.