My new student experience at Long Beach State was met with strikes and class cancellations, but I couldn’t think of a better way to start my journey.
Opinions
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Quick tentative agreement leaves long road ahead for faculty
Part-time mathematics lecturer at Long Beach State, Luke Wukmer, speaks up on behalf of the faculty on how they feel about the tentative agreement that was reached between the CSU and the CFA.
Editor’s Note
In the February print edition of the Daily Forty-Niner, the stories highlight local and campus news, including the recent California Faculty Association strike.
Spill the Tea: CFA strike
Students shared their opinions after the CFA strike ended earlier than planned. The result is a general salary increase (GSI) of 5% after the initial goal of 12%.
My dream career turned out to be my hobby
It is essential to find comfort in remembering that you will end up where you are meant to be because sometimes passions are not meant to be careers but instead fulfilling hobbies.
Pick a brand that respects the past as well as The Beach’s mission
The 49er brand harkens back to the university’s founding year, 1949, but also has a parallel connection with the California Gold Rush that resulted in the Native American genocide.
Money management tips every college student should know
While spending money now might be enjoyable, accumulating wealth and achieving financial independence can also be fulfilling.
Spill the Tea: Holiday Traditions
Students at Long Beach State have different ways of celebrating the holidays.
Standout albums to hear before the New Year
Impressive albums of all genres graced the charts throughout 2023. Whether it excels in lyrics or production value, every record has unique strengths that secure their place among the best albums of the year.
Concerns for unhoused continue with the death of Antonio Garcia Avalos
The recent murder of Antonio Garcia Avalos in November 2023 has raised concerns for unhoused individuals in California and how to avoid similar situations in the future.