mybeach August 2026
Welcome back to The Beach, seniors! We hope your fall semester is off to a great start.
Mybeach is here to help you make the most of your final semester(s) with senior-focused news, resources and opportunities. In this issue, explore Week of Welcome, connect through mentoring, prepare for your career and discover exciting events—including ºÚÁÏÍø x LB Coast Night, Smorgasport and Global Fest at The Beach.
We’re also looking for seniors to feature in an upcoming Senior Profile! Share your experiences, accomplishments and favorite Beach memories for a chance to be featured.
Stay connected, get involved and make your senior year count!
Fall Week of Welcome
Every semester, WoW helps students make connections, join clubs and organizations, learn about university resources and so much more. Explore campus orgs and departments and get involved during your final semesters!
Visit the mybeach table in the campus orgs sections to learn more about our programs and offerings!
Wednesday, September 2
Thursday, September 3
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Central Quad and Speakers Platform
ºÚÁÏÍø X LB Coast Night
Gather your group and join us for an evening of baseball, connections with your Beach family and exciting gameplay as Long Beach Coast takes on the Modesto Roadsters.
Show off your Beach pride with an exclusive Cal State Long Beach x LB Coast T-Shirt! Your ºÚÁÏÍø ticket package gets you into the game, a stylish t-shirt (while supplies last), and a food/drink voucher.
Thursday, September 3
6:35 p.m.
Blair Field
Mentoring Celebration and Showcase
Join us as we celebrate the impact of mentoring at ºÚÁÏÍø! Enjoy a complimentary brunch at the while connecting with mentors and fellow mentees from across our mentoring programs.
Saturday, September 3
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Anna W. Ngai Alumni Center
Smorgasport
Smorgasport is celebrating its 25th anniversary!
Kick off your senior year with a free on-campus carnival experience! This event is open to current Long Beach State University (LBSU) students only. Enjoy carnival rides and games, photo booths, food trucks and more!
Friday, September 11
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Parking Lots E1 & G3
Global Fest at The Beach
Join alumni, students, faculty and neighbors from across Long Beach for a day-long celebration of the cultures that make our community whole. Enjoy live music and performances from around the world, sample flavors from local and international vendors, browse an Artisans Marketplace, and take in art exhibitions and demonstrations.
Saturday, September 26
11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
LBS Financial Pyramid & North Lawn
49er Industry Chats on Demand
Thursday, September 17
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Career Development Center Workshops
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
12pm - 1pm
Brotman Hall
The Beach Nexus platform will connect you with ºÚÁÏÍø 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!
