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�� Regains Large College Status

cchuu — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 18:33:00 +0000

After declines caused by the pandemic, ��is one of the few California Community Colleges to achieve pre-COVID enrollment level

�� (LBCC) has regained “large college” status after declines caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Campus leadership and staff has worked hard to boost enrollment with comprehensive outreach campaigns, determined efforts to improve college completion, and the creation of an inclusive/anti-racist environment are among the many efforts that have led to ��being one of the few community colleges in California to recapture their pre-COVID enrollment numbers.

�� Takes Action To Place Facilities Measure On 2024 General Election Ballot

cchuu — Thu, 08 Aug 2024 18:41:00 +0000

Ballot Measure supports the Long Beach College Promise and the greater community through affordable education, classroom repairs, career, and First Responder training improvements

To continue to advance ��’s (LBCC’s) vital mission of providing affordable higher education options for local residents, returning veterans, and college students seeking job training and preparation for successful careers, the Long Beach Community College District (LBCCD) Board of Trustees took action last night to place a $990 million facilities bond proposal on the November 5, 2024 General Presidential Election ballot. The Board’s vote was unanimous, with all five trustees voting in favor of the resolution.

��Water Polo Coach Chris Oeding Heads to Paris Olympics

cchuu — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 07:00:00 +0000

��has a proud connection with Olympic Water Polo Success

It is an exciting Summer for �� (LBCC) Vikings Water Polo Head Coach Chris Oeding, who was first inducted into the USA Water Polo Hall of Fame on June 7, and will now head to Paris for his third trip to the Olympics as a coach.

Since 2000, Oeding has served as head coach for the ��water polo and swimming programs, leading them to six state championships. In 2013, he joined the staff of the US women’s national team as an assistant coach, a role he has served in for five World Championships.

California Youth Leadership Corps and �� Launch Career Pathway in Public and Community Health

cchuu — Tue, 16 Jul 2024 15:11:00 +0000

The new partnership will pay ��students to become community health advocates

Long Beach, CA – California Youth Leadership Corps (CYLC) in partnership with �� (LBCC) launched a new community change learn-and-earn career pathway in Public and Community Health. This unique nine-month fellowship program aims to prepare historically marginalized students to become community organizers and change agents in their local communities.

��Appoints New Vice President Of Workforce And Economic Development, Acting Vice President Of Administrative & Business Services, And Dean Of Career Education

cchuu — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 14:38:00 +0000

Kendra Madrid MS, Michael Gregoryk, and Gita Runkle MBA unanimously approved by Board of Trustees

The Long Beach Community College District (LBCCD) Board of Trustees approved at the June 26 Board of Trustees meeting the selection of Ms. Kendra Madrid, MS as Vice President of Workforce and Economic Development, Mr. Michael Gregoryk, MS as Acting Vice President of Administrative & Business Services, and Ms. Gita Runkle, MBA as Dean of the School of Career Education for �� (LBCC).

�� Awarded More Than $10 Million in Climate Resiliency Grants

cchuu — Wed, 12 Jun 2024 20:29:00 +0000

Two grants position ��to be a major contributor to building climate-conscious workforce

�� (LBCC) has been awarded more than $10 million in grants to help lead efforts to build a qualified workforce supportive of climate resiliency in Los Angeles and Orange counties. ��will receive $9.5 million from the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Inflation Reduction Act Climate-Ready Workforce (CRW) for Coastal and Great Lakes States, Tribes, and Territories Initiative.

��’s 2024 Commencement Scheduled for June 6

cchuu — Wed, 29 May 2024 15:04:00 +0000

Long Beach Citywide Accessibility Coordinator, Celebrated Local Singer/Actor Jennifer Kumiyama is the Commencement Keynote Speaker

��’s (LBCC) 2024 Commencement Ceremony will be held at 4 p.m. on Thurs., June 6 in Veterans Memorial Stadium. Singer, actor, performer, and Long Beach Citywide Accessibility Coordinator, Jennifer Kumiyama will deliver the keynote address to the graduating class.

��Expands Eight-Week Course Offerings to Give More Options to Students Who Are Juggling Work and Family Obligations

cchuu — Tue, 28 May 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Eight-Week Classes will make up half of the course offerings starting in the 2024 Fall Semester

�� (LBCC) will significantly expand its accelerated eight-week course offerings starting in Fall 2024. The eight-week class format will account for up to 50% of all courses to better accommodate students balancing their college studies with work and family obligations.

Long Beach Officials Celebrate Grand Opening of New North Long Beach Higher Education Center

cchuu — Mon, 06 May 2024 22:15:00 +0000

The new center provides a place of support and belonging for LBCC’s Black/African American community

Long Beach, CA – Today, the City of Long Beach, in partnership with �� (LBCC), celebrated the grand opening of the North Long Beach Higher Education Center (Center) with a ceremonial ribbon cutting, open house and mural dedication. The Center will serve to increase access to higher education, job training, and technology and business resources for the North Long Beach community.

�� Celebrates First Black Student Success Center with a Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

cchuu — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 21:53:00 +0000

The new center provides a place of support and belonging for LBCC’s Black/African American community

�� (LBCC) celebrated its first center dedicated to Black student success with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 22. The new Black Student Success Center celebrates the African Diaspora and provides important mental, physical, spiritual, intellectual, and financial support services to advance students’ personal and academic progress.

2024 Student Leadership Award Winners Announced

cchuu — Thu, 11 Apr 2024 08:27:00 +0000

SACRAMENTO, Calif. —Four student leaders, dedicated to equity and inclusion on campus and in their communities, have been honored with the California Community College’s annual Student Leadership Award.

April Brown of ��, Claudette Clark of Cuyamaca College, Jessica Lopez of Coastline College and Nikhil Masand of Contra Costa College were recognized April 5th at the Student Senate for California Community Colleges 28th General Assembly in Santa Clara.

Congressman Robert Garcia Secures Nearly $1 Million in Federal Funding for �� to Train “Space Beach” Workforce and Bolster Aerospace Program

cchuu — Wed, 27 Mar 2024 22:51:00 +0000

Thanks to the advocacy of Congressman Robert Garcia (CA-42), �� (LBCC) will receive $963,000 from the Community Project Funding to update the college’s engineering and aerospace programs. The federal investment will fund advanced manufacturing equipment to train ��students as skilled technicians for the growing “Space Beach” aerospace industry hub in Long Beach.

�� Pacific Coast Campus Rebranded as ��Trade Tech and Community Learning Campus

cchuu — Mon, 18 Mar 2024 21:35:00 +0000

Board of Trustees selects new moniker to highlight tech, trade, and community courses

During its regular monthly meeting on March 13, the Long Beach Community College District (LBCCD) Board of Trustees selected a new campus identifier for ��’s (LBCC) Pacific Coast Campus (PCC).

�� Spotlights ��Labor Center at Jan. 24 Event

Iris Dineen — Fri, 26 Jan 2024 00:23:00 +0000

��and Labor Leaders panel positioned the Center as a leader in preparing the workforce to keep in step with new technology

Community and industry partners attended a fundraising open house and reception at the �� (LBCC) Labor Center on Wed., Jan. 24, where an industry panel comprised of members from various unions discussed with students the important role the Labor Center plays in workforce development and networking.

��Receives $4M Federal Grant to Help Older Returning Students Navigate the College System

Iris Dineen — Tue, 23 Jan 2024 00:33:00 +0000

Congressman Robert Garcia helped secure funding for new program

�� (LBCC) President Dr. Mike Muñoz and Congressman Robert Garcia announced that ��will receive a $4 million Postsecondary Student Success Grant (PSSG) awarded by the Department of Education during a press conference at LBCC’s Liberal Arts Campus on Monday, January 22. The grant will fund the new Success and Completion Achievement Network (SCAN) program, which will create a structured support system to help students who did not enroll in college immediately after high school by assisting them to successfully navigate the college system.

�� Ranks Among Top Five of California Community Colleges for Associate Degrees for Transfer

Iris Dineen — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 23:53:00 +0000

The focused degree helps community college students transfer/complete more quickly

The Campaign for College Opportunity announced their 2023 Champions of Higher Education and out of California’s 116 community colleges, �� (LBCC) has been ranked fifth in the state for the number of students to earn Associate Degrees for Transfer (ADTs).

��Honored with 2023 California Association of Black School Educators’ Black EdCellence Award

Iris Dineen — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 09:00:00 +0000

LBCC’s leadership recognized for advancing educational equity for Black students

The California Association of Black School Educators (CABSE) awarded �� (LBCC) with the prestigious 2023 CABSE Black EdCellence Award, and recognized the college for its groundbreaking leadership in advancing educational equity for Black students.

Vivian Malauulu to Lead Long Beach Community College District Board as Board of Trustees President for 2024

Iris Dineen — Thu, 07 Dec 2023 18:48:00 +0000

Trustee Dr. Virginia Baxter elected as Board Vice President

At its regular monthly meeting and annual organization of the Board on December 6, the Long Beach Community College District (LBCCD) Board of Trustees unanimously elected Trustee Vivian Malauulu as Board of Trustees President for 2024. Trustee Dr. Virginia Baxter was unanimously elected as the Board of Trustees Vice President.

��Named One of the Top California Colleges & Universities Leading California in Transfer Student Success

Iris Dineen — Tue, 07 Nov 2023 16:35:00 +0000

��will be honored for efforts in closing racial/ethnic equity gaps for Black students

The Campaign for College Opportunity announced that �� (LBCC) is amongst 27 California Community Colleges and California State University (CSU) campuses leading the way to simplify transfer for students as part of the annual Champions of Higher Education for Excellence in Transfer award ceremony. ��will be recognized as 2023 Equity Champions of Higher Education for working with intentionality to support Black students through the Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT).

��Alum Dr. Blas Villalobos Selected as Community College League Distinguished Alumni Honoree

Iris Dineen — Mon, 30 Oct 2023 23:32:00 +0000

The decorated veteran will be recognized for his exemplary service and career accomplishments

�� (LBCC) graduate Dr. Blas Villalobos was selected to receive the prestigious California Community College Distinguished Alumni Award for 2023 by the Community College League of California.

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�������� Regains Large College Status

�������� Takes Action To Place Facilities Measure On 2024 General Election Ballot

��������Water Polo Coach Chris Oeding Heads to Paris Olympics

California Youth Leadership Corps and �������� Launch Career Pathway in Public and Community Health

��������Appoints New Vice President Of Workforce And Economic Development, Acting Vice President Of Administrative & Business Services, And Dean Of Career Education

�������� Awarded More Than $10 Million in Climate Resiliency Grants

��������’s 2024 Commencement Scheduled for June 6

��������Expands Eight-Week Course Offerings to Give More Options to Students Who Are Juggling Work and Family Obligations

Long Beach Officials Celebrate Grand Opening of New North Long Beach Higher Education Center

�������� Celebrates First Black Student Success Center with a Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony