In the Loop (Employee)
Estate Planning Information Session – Thurs., March 13
Thurs., March 13 at 4pm, LAC-W201
The LBCC Foundation has partnered with estate planning experts from the Long Beach community to help guide you in your future planning. This free seminar is open to all LBCC faculty, staff, and community members at 4 p.m., on Thurs., March 13, at the Liberal Arts Campus, Building W201. RSVP: https://forms.office.com/r/6×0iLF7qHb .
Healing Burnout Training with Nikita Gupta for Employees Only (Zoom)
Knowledge, Action, Healing.
In partnership with The Wave Trauma Center, Student Equity, Human Resources, Faculty Professional Development, and Student Affairs, LBCC is excited to offer the following workshops for employees:
NEW Equity Innovation Grant Application Deadline: Fri., Feb. 28
Long Beach City College is proud to officially open the application period for the Equity Innovation Grant.
E-sports Lab Ribbon Cutting – Thurs., Feb. 27
The new E-sports Lab in M224 of LAC will officially be dedicated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thurs. Feb. 27 at 11 a.m. Click here to RSVP.
Black History Month: Sip N Science – Mon., Feb. 24
Date/Time: Monday, February 24, 6:00PM – 7:00pm Location: LAC, D-104
The Sip N Science workshop series is designed to engage the LBCC community in science, to show that it is fun and interesting for everyone through non-technical, science-themed talks that anyone can understand. Join us from 6 – 7 p.m., Feb. 24, at the Destino Science Resource Center in D104, Liberal Arts Campus. Click here for more info on the Black History Month events!
Black History Month: Sip N Paint – Thurs., Feb. 20
Date/Time: Thursday, February 20, 2:00PM – 4:00PM
Location: LBCC Bistro – LAC V101
Celebrating Black History Month through art, conversation, self-care, and creativity. Partnering with Culinary Arts and Umoja. (RSVP Form opens 2/6 @ 8am) RSVP Here! The Sip N Paint workshop series is designed to provide the campus community with an opportunity to engage their creative sides while sharing space with good people.
Wellness Committee Hosting Series of Sound Baths
The Wellness Committee is hosting a Sound Bath, and you’re warmly invited! Imagine a spa day for your senses, where melodic vibrations from musical bowls take the place of a massage, washing over you and melting away stress. It’s a good time to hit the reset button, loosen up, and prioritize some well-deserved self-care.
Join them Thurs., Feb. 20 from 1 – 2 p.m. in T-1200, LAC. RSVP here.
Black History Month: Karaoke/Open Mic – Tues., Feb. 18
Date/Time: Tuesday, February 18, 5:00PM – 7:00PM
Location: LAC B206 -Social Justice Intercultural Center (SJIC)
The Karaoke/Open Mic series is designed to share space in a celebratory way to elevate the voices of and highlight the talent in our campus community. Join us from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m on Tues., Feb. 18, at the Social Justice Intercultural Center (SJIC) in B206, Liberal Arts Campus. Click here for more info on the Black History Month events!
President’s Open House Feb. 13
Thurs., Feb. 13 - LAC- T-Executive Suite
All colleagues are invited to the Annual President’s Office Valentine’s Open House from 2 – 3 p.m., Thurs., Feb. 13 in the T Building Executive Suite.
Black History Month: Meet your Village – Wed., Feb. 12
Date/Time: Wednesday, February 12, 6:00PM
Location: W201
The Meet Your Village Workshop Series is designed to provide the campus community with an opportunity to meet peers, staff, faculty, and administrators who identify as they do. Join us on Wed., Feb. 12 from 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. in W201, LAC as we prep to cheer on and support the Men’s basketball team, as they take on Compton College in the Hall of Champions Gym. Game begins at 7 p.m. Click here for more info on the Black History Month events!
Black History Month: Labor Spotlight – Tues., Feb. 11
Date/Time: Tuesday, February 11, 3:00PM – 5:00PM
Location: LAC L103, Black Student Success Center (BSSC)
A film screening of “10,000 Black Men Named George,” a film about Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters in 1920s America. They were the first African American-led union recognized and played a key role in the election of FDR to presidency. Join us on Tues., Feb. 11 from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. at the Black Student Success Center in L103.
Black History Month Kickoff- Thurs., Feb. 6
Time: Thurs., Feb. 6 from 12-2pm
Location: LAC - T1200
Join us as we kick off Black History Month on Thurs., Feb. 6 with music, food, entertainment, fellowship, and more. For the first time in LBCC’s history, the Pan-African flag will be raised at both campuses. A flag raising ceremony will take place at 11:30 a.m. at the LAC flagpole between T Building and the parking structure. From 12-2pm, the Black History Month kickoff event will take place in T1200, LAC. This year’s theme is Black Labor: Celebrating Strength, Resilience, & Legacy.
Pan-African Flag Raising
Date/Time: Thursday, February 6, 11:30AM – 11:55AM
Location: LAC Flagpole near the T-Building
Join us as we celebrate Black History Month and honor the African diaspora. The raising of the Pan-African flag recognizes the contributions of Black communities and symbolizes the ongoing fight for equality and justice. This ceremony will honor the shared heritage of people of African descent.
Free Yoga Wednesdays Moving Indoors for Spring Semester
Wednesdays, Feb. 5 - March 26, at 12:00 pm, in LAC - Q113
Free Yoga will return indoors on Wednesdays, Feb. 5 through March 26, at noon, in Q113, LAC. All are welcome! To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience, try to arrive 10 minutes early. Be prepared to present your signed waiver on your mobile device upon arrival and bring a yoga mat/towel, and water. Yoga mats will not be provided.
Healing Circles Workshops For Employees (Zoom)
Knowledge, Action, Healing.
In partnership with The Wave Trauma Center, Student Equity, Human Resources, Faculty Professional Development, and Student Affairs, LBCC is excited to offer the following workshops for employees:
Resiliency Training during Mental Health Awareness Month (for Students and Employees)
Knowledge, Action, Healing.
In partnership with The Wave Trauma Center, Student Equity, Human Resources, Faculty Professional Development, and Student Affairs, LBCC is excited to offer the following workshops for both students and employees:
Integrated Support Solutions (ISSI) Launches Campus Catering
The Integrated Support Solutions (ISSI) catering service for LBCC, will be going live February 3with a limited menu, and they can’t wait to assist the college community. When placing a catering order with them for your campus events, please keep these key notes in mind:
Congratulations to the Child Development Centers!
Both LBCC Child Development Centers have received the highest possible rating of 5 from Quality Start Los Angeles. QSLA is Los Angeles’ county-wide Quality Improvement System (QIS) designed to empower early learning providers to build upon and improve the quality of care they provide to children ages birth to five. Achieving a 5 is the highest possible score, and a monumental accomplishment!
Spring 2025 Important Remote Work Reminder
In order to better serve our students, our District offices will be fully in-person between Feb. 3 and Feb. 7. Current remote work schedules will resume on Mon., Feb. 10. Please note that exceptions will be made for approved accommodations.
OLET Hosting Workshops in Winter and Start of Spring
The Online Learning & Educational Technology (OLET) Department is hosting workshops and drop-in sessions for all colleagues at the start of spring semester (more spring workshops added later). Check out the workshop schedule here.
LBCC District Letterhead Updated
Please note that the District Letterhead has been updated and can be located on the LBCC Forms Portal in “Mail and Reprographic Services.” Enter “letterhead” in the form name search. Please discard any previous versions of the letterhead stationery.
Campus Safety Escort Program Reminder
The Campus Safety Escort Program is available to the campus community during the winter term, Monday through Friday, from 6 pm to 11 pm to provide a safe, reliable, and time-efficient way to get around campus during the evening. To request an escort, please call (562) 938-4100.
Trauma Informed Approach Framework at LBCC
Realizing the impact of trauma on our student population and the effect secondary trauma has on our faculty, staff, and administration, LBCC is committed to recognizing signs of trauma in all community members and responding appropriately with evidenced-based strategies for building resilience and growth. LBCC aims to reduce community re-traumatization through training and workshops that have been recorded for you to watch at your convenience.
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Season Pass on Sale Now for 24-25 Performing Arts Season
The LBCC Performing Arts Department and Associated Student Body are proud to present an opportunity to become a 2024-2025 Theatre and Music Season Pass Holder!
A $195 value for only $60 will get you access to instrumental and vocal concerts, theatre performances, and more!