Student Affairs News

Group of four students celebrating FirstGen celebration with Elbee the shark.

ºÚÁÏÍø named a First Gen Forward Campus

Every November, Long Beach State University proudly celebrates FirstGen Celebration At the Beach—a dedicated time to uplift the grit, resilience, and brilliance of first-generation students, faculty, and staff. The weeklong celebration brings together departments, programs, and campus partners in a powerful demonstration of what makes ºÚÁÏÍø exceptional: when we collaborate, we elevate our community.
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Cultural Welcomes at the Beach

Start your Long Beach State journey at the 2025 Cultural Welcomes! These events are designed to help students build community, celebrate culture, and connect with campus resources that support your success. Join us as we kick off the year together at the Beach!
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National Student Parent Awareness Month

 This National Student Parent Awareness Month, let’s celebrate the strength and resilience of families in our academic community. Join us for a series of engaging events and activities designed with you in mind. 
Rendering of the future University Student Union

ºÚÁÏÍø unveils major Student Union renovation to create cutting-edge campus hub

Get ready – the (USU) will experience a major renovation and expansion in the coming months and years, transforming the heart of the ºÚÁÏÍø campus into a dynamic, student-centered space, carefully designed to meet the needs of the next generations of students.