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.
“I ♥️ LB” Icon Sign Unveiling – Wed., Dec. 10
Calling all students! Join us on Wednesday, December 10 for the official “I ♥️ LB” icon sign unveiling, taking place at 12:00 PM, north of Building T, near Carson St. Be part of this exciting moment on campus and celebrate with your fellow LBCC students. Free LBCC stickers and hats will be given out on a first come, first serve basis. Don’t miss it!
Call for Submission: MLK Jr. Day T-Shirt Design Contest – Deadline Sat., Dec. 13
LBCC students are invited to submit original artwork for the 2026 MLK Jr. Day T-Shirt Design Contest, inspired by the theme “Rise Up, Stand Up for His Dream.” The winning design will receive a $150 gift card and be featured on the official event shirt. Submissions must be vector-based digital files (PDF or EPS), no larger than 20MB, with two layers—White Ink and Black Background—and all fonts outlined. Email entries to Christian Ward at cward@lbcc.edu by Saturday, December 13, 2025.
Discount Tickets for the BUCKED UP LA Bowl at SoFi Stadium – Now Available to LBCC!
Long Beach City College is excited to offer all students, faculty, and staff an exclusive discount for the upcoming BUCKED UP LA Bowl, hosted by Super Bowl Champion Rob Gronkowski. Enjoy $35 off each of your first two tickets—a total savings of $70—to this exciting college football bowl game featuring the Mountain West Champion vs. a Pac-12 team. The LA Bowl will take place on December 13 at SoFi Stadium, with participating teams announced on December 7. Tickets are delivered by email and subject to availability.
Umoja’s Annual Kwanzaa Celebration – Thurs., Dec. 11
You are warmly invited to join us for Umoja’s Annual Kwanzaa Celebration, a culturally rich and uplifting end-of-semester tradition honoring the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa and the heritage of the African and African-diasporic community. This gathering brings together students, faculty, staff, and allies for an afternoon of cultural expression, music, reflection, and community bonding as we close out the fall semester in unity and joy. This event will take place on Thursday, Dec. 11th from 1:00–3:00 PM in LAC T-1200.
Ethnic Studies Summit – Sat., Mar. 28
The LBCC History, Political Science, and Ethnic Studies Dept. / Reading and Teacher Preparation Dept. / Labor Center / Student Equity / Faculty Professional Development invite you to the 2026 Ethnic Studies Summit, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., Sat., March 28 at the Liberal Arts Campus.
The event is free and open to the public, and food/refreshments will be provided.
Participate in Upcoming Parades with LBCC!
Spring Break 2026 Study Abroad — Grant Funding Available
Make your Spring Break 2026 unforgettable with Long Beach City College’s Study Abroad programs—now offering special grant funding available this year only.
New Cash-to-Card Kiosks Now Available!
Students can now turn cash into a convenient prepaid debit card by visiting the new ReadySTATION kiosks on campus. Kiosks are located at LAC in Building B (next to Basic Needs) and at TTC in Building GG (by the Café). There is no cost to get or use a ReadyCARD Mastercard, and every dollar you load is available to spend. Cards can be used for retail purchases, food, parking, online shopping, and anywhere Mastercard is accepted.
Long Beach Big Band at Roscoe’s Jazz Lounge – Sun., Dec. 14
Join us for the Long Beach Big Band (LBBB) at Roscoe’s Jazz Lounge from 6:00–9:00 PM, with opening jazz ensembles from Long Beach Polytechnic High School. The LBBB is a collective of local jazz musicians exploring unique and inventive music for big band. Cover is $15, or $5 for students.
Expanded Food Support During Government Shutdown
LBCC has expanded services at both Viking Vault locations to assist students with food access. The Viking Vault is open from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the following locations:
Jazz Combos & Big Band with Guest Ernie Watts – Thurs., Dec. 11
Enjoy another evening of jazz at DiPiazza’s, featuring the LBCC Jazz Combos from 7:00–9:00 PM, followed by the LBCC Big Band with special guest saxophonist Ernie Watts from 9:00–10:00 PM. This showcase offers a full night of outstanding musicianship. LBCC Music T shirts will be on sale at both of the LBCC events. FREE SHOW!
Satellites: Adjunct Art Exhibition
Nov 6 - Dec 10, 2025
The LBCC Art Gallery proudly
presents Satellites, a dynamic exhibition
showcasing the creative talents of our Visual and Media Arts
adjunct faculty. Like satellites, these artists travel their own
arcs across the city—crossing freeways, weaving through
neighborhoods, and carrying the weather of their studios with
them—before converging in Long Beach to share their work.
This diverse constellation features works across a wide range of
disciplines, including photography, jewelry and metalsmithing,
photography, media arts, sculpture, printmaking, drawing,
painting, costume design, set design, ceramics and film. Each
piece is a transmission from a unique vantage point, bearing the
textures of its maker’s daily landscape, the imprint of their
community, and the hum of ideas gathered along the way.
Satellites is both a convergence and a celebration: a moment when the rich artistic voices shaping our classrooms align in a shared orbit, inspiring the next generation of creators before returning to their own circuits in the ever-expanding field of art.
Exhibition date: Nov 6th to Dec 10, 2025
Opening reception: Thurs, Nov 6th, 2025 from 5-7pm
Artist talk: Saturday, Nov 15th, 2025 from 1-3pm
Donate to the Daisy Johnson Memorial Scholarship
The Daisy Johnson Musical Theater Scholarship honors the vibrant spirit and exceptional talent of Daisy Johnson, a beloved LBCC student whose passion for the stage inspired everyone around her. Created in her memory after her unexpected passing, this scholarship supports aspiring musical theater students who embody Daisy’s dedication, creativity, and joy. Daisy’s light continues to shine through our performing arts students and lives on in every note and curtain call. If you would like to make a monetary donation, please Donate Here.
We Want to Hear From You!
LBCC is partnering with Confluence Rising (formerly known as CCEJ) to facilitate a dialogue about gender equity within the LBCC Campus Community. To gather as much feedback as possible, we are asking campus constituents (students, staff, faculty, and administrators) to complete a climate survey and/or participate in a listening session. Listening sessions are offered by campus role (student, staff, faculty, manager) as well as by identity-specific affiliations. Please sign up now:
Midterms Got You Stressed? We’ve Got You Covered!
Midterms are here, but you don’t have to face them alone! The Multidisciplinary Success Center (MDSC) is here to help you stay focused and confident. Get tutoring and academic support. Strengthen your study skills! Find a quiet place to focus or ask questions. You’ve got this, Vikings, and we’ve got your back! Visit www.lbcc.edu/mdsc for hours and locations!
Policy / Procedure website updates
Our new Diligent Policy and Procedure manual is now live, making it easier to update policies and procedures as needed. Board Policies and Administrative Procedures will now be accessible through the Diligent page: https://lbcc.community.highbond.com/Portal/Policy.aspx.
Visit the MDSC: Your One-Stop for Academic Success!
Visit the Multidisciplinary Success Center in L212 (LAC) and EE-206 (TTC) to access our amazing services and resources:
- Academic Support – Tutoring in multiple subjects, Supplemental Learning Assistance
- Study Resources – Study rooms, laptops, computers
- Course Materials – Calculators, safety goggles, anatomy & science models
- Snacks, charging stations, and more! Visit www.lbcc.edu/mdsc for hours and locations!
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.
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.
Dual Enrollment Registration Lab – Online & In-Person
Early College Initiatives
We invite Middle and High School students to be one step ahead and sign up for courses at our Dual Enrollment Registration Labs. We offer virtual and in-person support.
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.
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 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.
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?
