mybeach March 2026

Published March 19, 2026

Spring break is almost here鈥攆inish the semester strong and take advantage of these upcoming events and opportunities designed to support your next steps after graduation:

鈥 馃帀 Senior Send-Off | Apr. 17 鈥 Celebrate with a formal dinner, build your networking skills, and connect with fellow grads 
鈥 馃弲 LA28 Career Pathways x 黑料网 | Mar. 24 鈥 Hear from top industry leaders and gain career insights, plus a special session for student athletes
鈥 馃實 International Perspectives | Mar. 25 鈥 Learn from international alumni about navigating OPT, careers, and life after graduation in the U.S. 
鈥 馃 AI in Recruitment | Apr. 6 鈥 Discover how recruiters use AI and how to stand out in today鈥檚 job market
鈥 馃帹 COTA Mentor Program | Apply by Apr. 6 鈥 Get matched with an arts alum for mentorship, career insight, and professional guidance
鈥 馃帗 Commencement 2026 | May 17鈥21 鈥 RSVP by April 21, submit your name pronunciation, and claim your guest tickets
鈥 馃巵 Senior Class Gift 鈥 Leave your legacy by supporting future Beach students through this class tradition

Your final chapter at The Beach starts here鈥攍et鈥檚 make it memorable. 馃挍馃枻

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Senior Send Off

 

Senior Send-Off | Apr. 17

Seniors, get ready for an unforgettable night! The 2026 Senior Send Off is your chance to celebrate, connect, and prepare for your future. Enjoy a formal dinner hosted by 黑料网 Alumni and the Commencement Team and learn the ins and outs of professional interactions from dressing the part to owning the networking game.

Senior Send-Off: Invest in Your Success
Friday, April 17
5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Anna W. Ngai Alumni Center

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LA28 Career Pathways x 黑料网

 

LA28 Career Pathways x 黑料网 | Mar. 24

Join us for an afternoon of learning and professional development from industry leaders and insiders representing some of the biggest companies and brands. In addition to the panel, there will be a personal development workshop. 黑料网 student athletes are also welcomed to a unique session with local participating Olympians & Paralympians.

LA28 Career Pathways x 黑料网
Tuesday, March 24
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
The Pointe

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International Perspectives Spring

International Perspectives | Mar. 25

Join us on this interactive event and hear directly from former 黑料网 international students who have successfully navigated OPT, STEM OPT extensions, and the process of changing their immigration status while building their careers in the United States.

International Perspectives: Navigating Education & Careers as Global Students and Alumni
Wednesday, March 25
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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Our international alumni panelists will share their personal journeys including the challenges they faced and the strategies that helped them succeed. This is a great chance to gain practical tips, hear real-world experiences, and ask the questions you鈥檝e always wanted to ask.

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Whos Hiring

AI in Recruitment: How Artificial Intelligence is Changing the Hiring Game | Apr. 6

Seniors, get ready for the job market! Join us on Monday, April 6, from 12 鈥 1 PM for a virtual workshop exploring how recruiters use AI to screen and rank candidates. Learn what determines interview invitations and how to position yourself to stand out. 

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COTA Mentor Program

Beach Nexus College of the Arts Mentor Program | Apply by Apr. 6

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. 

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Writing a Statement of Purpose for Graduate School | Apr. 24

This virtual workshop discusses how to write an effective statement of purpose or personal statement for graduate school. Topics include 鈥渄os and don鈥檛s,鈥 avoiding 鈥渒isses of death,鈥 statements of confidence, effective essay structure, and useful sentence stems.

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Three graduates smiling together at commencement.

 

Commencement 2026 | May 17-21

Grads 鈥 the finish line is in sight!

The Tassel RSVP & Ticketing Portal is now live through April 21. Be sure to record your name pronunciation and secure your 10 FREE guest tickets.

View Commencement FAQs

 

 

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2024 grads at Commencement

 

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.

 

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Upcoming 49er Industry Chats

| April 6

| April 22

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Students attending a workshop, with a speaker presenting at the front of the room

Career Development Center Workshops

| March 24

| March 25

| March 26

 

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.

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Beach Nexus

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!

Update Your Contact Info