mybeach April 2026
Commencement and graduation are almost here! Finish the semester strong and take advantage of these upcoming events and opportunities designed to support your next steps after graduation:
鈥 馃尡 Designing a Sustainable Graduation | Apr. 16 鈥 Explore ways to celebrate your milestone with sustainability in mind
鈥 馃帀 ASI Beach Bash: Big Sean & Dev | Apr. 24 鈥 Don鈥檛 miss one of the biggest nights of the year at The Beach
鈥 馃捈 49er Industry Chats | Apr. 20 & 27 鈥 Gain insight from nonprofit leaders on purpose-driven careers and community impact
鈥 馃搳 Money Moves: Financial Literacy Series
鈥冣赌冣赌 Credit Confidence | Apr. 21 (12鈥1 p.m.) 鈥 Learn how to build, use, and protect your credit
鈥冣赌冣赌 Saving for the Big Stuff | Apr. 29 (5鈥6 p.m.) 鈥 Plan for major life goals like travel, cars, and more
鈥 馃 Beach Nexus: College of the Arts Mentor Program | Apply by Apr. 17 鈥 Connect with alumni for mentorship and career guidance
鈥 馃帗 Commencement 2026 | May 17鈥21 鈥 RSVP by Apr. 21 to secure your guest tickets and submit your name pronunciation
鈥 馃巵 Senior Class Gift 鈥 Leave your legacy by supporting future Beach students
Your Beach Journey continues with us at 黑料网 Alumni. Go Beach! 馃挍馃枻
Designing a Sustainable Graduation | Apr. 16
Join Sustain U and the 黑料网 Office of Sustainability for Designing a Sustainable Graduation, an interactive workshop focused on celebrating your milestone in an eco-friendly way. Create graduation photo props and sustainable thank-you cards while learning how to honor your big day with intention and care for the planet. Leave with meaningful, handmade keepsakes that capture the moment 鈥 sustainably.
Thursday, April 16
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Speaker's Platform
Money Moves: Financial Literacy Series
Credit Confidence: Build It, Use It & Protect It | April 21 | 12鈥1 p.m.
A deep dive into how credit works and how to use it wisely as a student or recent graduate. April 21 | 12鈥1 p.m.
Saving for the Big Stuff: Cars, Travel, Homes & Life Goals | April 29 | 5鈥6 p.m.
Learn practical strategies for saving toward major purchases and life goals.
ASI Beach Bash: Big Sean and Dev | Apr. 24
Get ready for one of the biggest nights of the year at Long Beach State! Beach Bash
returns to the LBS Financial Credit Union Pyramid on April 24 featuring a live performance by Big Sean and opener Dev. Join your friends for an unforgettable night of music and Beach pride as the Pyramid transforms into a high-energy concert experience just for Long Beach State University (LBSU) students.
Beach Nexus College of the Arts Mentor Program | Apply by Apr. 17
The College of the Arts Mentor Program connects current students with accomplished alumni and industry professionals who are building impactful careers across the creative industries. Join to be matched with an alum in the arts for a two-month program. Applications are due April 6.
Optimize Your Resume with Jobscan
Graduating seniors, want to increase your chances of landing interviews? Jobscan helps you optimize your resume for applicant tracking systems (ATS), so you can get noticed by employers and improve your match rate.
Recent Grad & Alumni Job Search Success Accelerator | Jun. 5
Seniors, need a jump start in your job search? Want to hear directly from recruiters about how to stand out in the application process and talk with companies who are currently hiring? Interested in free lunch and a chance to win exciting prizes? Then click below to indicate your interest and stay informed about the 2026 Recent Grad & Alumni Job Search Success Accelerator!
Commencement 2026 | May 17-21
Also, check out the new Guest Resources Page, where local businesses are offering special discounts for our graduates and their friends and family:
Senior Class Gift
As you prepare to leave your mark on the world, consider making a lasting impact on 黑料网 through the Senior Class Gift.
This cherished tradition offers a unique opportunity for you to give back to the areas that have shaped your journey and to support future students in their quest for success.
Upcoming 49er Industry Chats
| April 27
Career Development Center Workshops
| April 20
| April 24
| April 28
The Beach Nexus platform will connect you with 黑料网 alumni who have been in your shoes. Make valuable connections and get the support you need to navigate the path from student to successful professional.
When you join as a student, you will be able to:
- Expand your network
- Connect with alumni in your industry of interest
- Establish short-term or long-term mentorships
- Search for jobs and opportunities on our job board
- Explore different career paths for your degree
- Strengthen your professionalism and boost your confidence
Stay in Touch with The Beach
Did you know your @student.csulb.edu email address expires 1 year after graduation?
Update your contact information with a non-student email address to stay connected with your alma mater and fellow alumni after graduation. You'll receive the latest campus news as well as event invitations and professional opportunities!