The Outpost Grill is considering installing actuators, or automatic doors that are suitable for handicapped people. The 49er Shops have funds available this year. “The actuators are part of the plan, it depends on the funding this year,” contractor administrator of the 49er Shops Clint Campbell said. “There is no[Read More…]
News
Newly received or noteworthy information, especially about recent or important events on campus and around Long Beach.
CSULB to support high school teachers
Cal State Long Beach received a $920,000 Improving Teacher Quality (ITQ) grant from the California Postsecondary Education Commission (CPEC) and will be working with Cabrillo and Jordan high school to support teacher development in English and history. According to CPEC’s website, “An ITQ grant is a multi-year partnership between one[Read More…]
ASI hosts viewing party for governor debates
A slice of pizza while lounging on an armchair only enhances the appetite for debates. Associated Students, Inc. hosted the first Pizza & Debate political discussion at the University Student Union game room. It was an opportunity for students to register to vote and review gubernatorial candidates Democrat Jerry Brown[Read More…]
Port of Long Beach promotes earth-friendly attitude with Green Port Festival
Although 5,000 ships, carrying more than 6 million container units full of cargo, valued at more than $100 billion pass through the Long Beach Port every year, much of the port’s activities remain unknown to Long Beach residents. The sixth annual Green Port Festival, taking place this Saturday at 10[Read More…]
CSULB accepting transfer students for spring semester
Cal State Long Beach students should expect some new faces, and some new class offerings, as enrollment for spring 2011 has re-opened, even though the budget is still in limbo. Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and the Legislature have both agreed on a $305 million restoration of funds and an additional $60.6[Read More…]
CSULB professor returns from “Big Brother” competition
Most Cal State Long Beach professors don’t transition from teaching a classroom of nearly 100 students to being watched by more than 7 million people in a matter of a month. However, that’s exactly what happened to assistant communications professor Ragan Fox. It all began when Fox was driving around[Read More…]
Gardasil offers new vaccine for males
Male students are now eligible to get Gardasil, the Human Papillomavirus vaccine at the Health Resource Center in the Student Health Services building. The Food and Drug Administration approved the vaccine for men in October 2009. The Health Resource Center has promoted the vaccine since 2006 when it was approved[Read More…]
Bike thefts increase at CSULB
Seven bicycle thefts have occurred on campus within the last two weeks, according to the University Police activity log. Each bicycle stolen was secured with a chain or cable lock, excluding one bicycle that was improperly secured with a U-Lock. According to Capt. Fernando Solorzano, students should spend extra money[Read More…]
New Planned Parenthood facility in Long Beach
Planned Parenthood Los Angeles opened a new facility on Sept. 22 for the new Long Beach Health Center. The facility is the 18th in the Los Angeles area — the first opened part-time in February. The new location in Long Beach is essential for any students affected by STDs. According[Read More…]
CSULB fraternity-related disturbances on the rise
Several complaints have been made against fraternities connected to Cal State Long Beach. According to University Police, there have been two disturbance calls within the past week. The fraternity house of Pi Kappa Phi had a party that was cut short on Aug. 29 when a neighbor called the Long[Read More…]