In the Loop (Students)
Long Beach City College’s Student In the Loop is a weekly email to keep LBCC students aware of upcoming events, workshops, registration dates, and other helpful information.
Much Ado About Nothing — with a 1940s twist!
July 24–27, LAC - Bob & Barbara Ellis Auditorium
Get ready for Shakespeare like you’ve never seen— swing into romance, wit, and mischief set against the dazzling backdrop of the 1940s, on stage at the Bob & Barbara Ellis Auditorium, July 24–27. Classic comedy, timeless love, and vintage vibes await. Don’t miss this unforgettable blend of old-school glam and theatrical brilliance! Free for students with current ASB sticker at the Box Office.
Discover LBCC at the Belmont Shore Stroll & Savor – Wed., Aug. 20
Discover LBCC Area 4 at the Annual Belmont Shore Stroll & Savor on Wed., Aug. 20, from 5:30 – 9 p.m. Enjoy the sights, sounds, and shopping of Belmont Shore. Stop by the Chase Bank parking lot between Corona and Granada on Second Street to meet our Long Beach City College Board of Trustees Vice President, Dr. Ennette Morton.
Discover LBCC at the Annual Community Summer Concert – Fri., Aug. 15
Free event featuring the totally awesome 80s cover band, Knyght Ryder from 5 – 8 p.m., on Fri., Aug. 15 on the front lawn of the Liberal Arts Campus.
Meet up with Area 5 Trustee Dr. Ginny Baxter and District 5 Councilperson Megan Kerr, enjoy a picnic, dancing, music, family, and friends!
Discover LBCC at the 14th Annual Uptown Jazz Festival
Sat., August 2 - 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. - Houghton Park (6301 Myrtle Ave, Long Beach)
All are invited to the Area 1 “Discover LBCC” at the 14th Annual Uptown Jazz Festival Sat., August 2, 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. at Houghton Park (6301 Myrtle Ave, Long Beach).
Meet LBCCD Board President Uduak-Joe Ntuk and enjoy a day of unforgettable performances, local flavor, and family fun! Get your FREE tickets here!
‘Transformations’ Art Show – Wed., July 23
Enjoy an evening with live music, curated art, delightful bites and festive beverages, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., Wed., July 23 in the LBCC Art Gallery, building K for the “Transformations” Art Show. A special evening is planned to celebrate the powerful and inspiring artwork created by the clients of “Pathways to Independence,” along with other devoted supporters of the art community
Please Share: Open Classes Available at TTC for Fall
From Art, Computers and Dance to Music, Radio and TV, there are some great classes with openings for the Fall semester. Check them out here: TTC- Open Enrollement, Fall 2025 and share with anyone who may be interested in enrolling or adding a class.
Bookstore Hours for Summer
Please note that bookstore hours at TTC this summer are Monday-Tuesday, 9 a.m. – 2p.m., and Wednesday-Thursday, 11 a.m. -5 p.m. Hours at LAC are Monday – Thursday, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
For more information, please call (562) 938-4223 or visit www.LBCC.BNCollege.com.
Fall 8-Week Visual & Performing Arts Classes Open
Open enrollment for classes such as Dance, Theatre Arts, and Film is now available! Running Aug. 25 – Oct. 19, register today!
Fall Classes Open at TTC
So many cool classes are still open for enrollment at the Trades, Technology, and Community Learning campus! Register today to add a Stretch and Relaxation class, Intro to Computer Graphics, Film Studies, Radio/TV, art and History of Jazz and more! Register today!
LBCC’s 2025 Summer Slam Sports Offers
Long Beach City College is providing faculty, staff, and students with an exciting opportunity for two (2) complimentary tickets to select LA Sparks, LAFC, and Angel City FC matches.* Please see below for your unique links and instructions on how to redeem your tickets! Select any of the offers below:
LAFC Ticket
Offer
Discount Code: MLSCHAMPS
Your first two (2) Upper 200 Level seats are free—just pay $11.63
in fees.
Emergency Box Paint Project – Join the Fun, Leave Your Mark
LBCC’s Public Art Advisory and the Facilities Department are inviting all clubs, departments, and organizations to paint the emergency boxes across both campuses. Themes to paint include: Nature; Education; Love/Community; Long Beach; and Diversity/Equity/Inclusion and Accessibility. For more information, please email Carolyn Castano at ccastano@lbcc.edu.
Looking for a Flexible Way to Earn that Degree or Certificate?
LBCC offers fully online options for many majors and certificates. Check out the options here to see which departments offer all the required core courses for Majors and Certificates fully online within an academic year.
Student-Parenting Hub Opens at TTC
The new Student-Parenting Hub has officially opened at TTC in BB-208. If you are a student who is also a parent, stop by to learn about various support available. Check out this page for more details or call (562) 938-5985.
Bobbie Smith Library (BSL) & TTC library hours for the Summer 2025
BSL hours:
- Mon. – Thu. 8 AM – 6 PM,
- Friday, Sat. & Sun. Closed;
TTC hours:
- Mon. – Thu. 9 AM – 6 PM,
- Friday, Sat. & Sun. Closed.
Yoga on the Lawn to Resume in Fall 2025
Every Wednesday, 12 p.m. - 1 p.m., LAC
All are welcome to return to the front lawn of LAC each Wednesday at noon for free “Yoga on the Lawn” in the Fall semester. In the Loop will keep you posted on the specifics.
Amazon and SNAP Abilities on Liberal Arts Campus
LBCC is pleased to report two new features that will help our students with day-to-day life on campus. Our own LAC Viking Express convenience store has been authorized as a SNAP retail store. This will be a great benefit to our students who use SNAP, which is commonly known as EBT or the Supplemental Assistance Program.
Students can also now take advantage of a new Amazon Locker next to the Campus Safety building and lot X. Students without home addresses (and College employees and community) can utilize the locker for pick up orders and convenient returns.
Join the Pride Scholars Learning Community
If you identify as LGBTQIA+ or are an ally, consider joining the LBCC Pride Scholars Learning Community in the Fall of 2025. Take courses that fulfill GE requirements and emphasize LGBTQIA+ identity, social movements and evolving community issues while building community and developing mentorships. Get more information via Dorian Escamilla at d2escamilla@lbcc.edu.
LBCC Express Days
In-Person Registration Workshops
Register for Fall Semester Today! Classes start August 25, 2025.
Take in-person, online, or hybrid classes.
Register Here
See PDF Flyer Here
Services Offered:
LBCC Study Abroad Opportunities
Get academic credit and take in a new culture by participating in the LBCC Study Abroad Program!
Do You Need Sign Language Interpretation or CART Services?
If you require Sign language interpreting services or Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) services please contact [EVENT CONTACT NAME/EVENT CONTACT INFO] and Rebecca Lucas at rlucas@lbcc.edu at least 5 business days prior to the event.
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.
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.
LBCC’s Multidisciplinary Success Centers
Struggling in one of your classes? Need a little extra help with a challenging topic?
