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Supporting Our Undocumented Community

cchuu — Tue, 19 Aug 2025 16:15:00 +0000

Long Beach Community College District remains firmly committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all students, faculty, staff, and the community.

Undocumented Students FAQs

This document reflects current federal regulations and Executive Orders as of 1/31/25.

LBCC Response to Federal Immigration Policies

lbcc_ice-info-students-final.pdf

Long Beach City College Announces New Associate Degree in Urban Planning

cchuu — Tue, 27 May 2025 18:04:00 +0000

LBCC is the First in the State to Offer this Degree

Nearly one year ago, Long Beach City College (LBCC) launched the first Urban Planning associate degree in the California Community Colleges system, through a new partnership with Cal Poly Pomona.

Long Beach City College Renames Library To Honor Trailblazer Bobbie Smith

cchuu — Thu, 22 May 2025 22:55:00 +0000

New Bobbie Smith Scholarship Established to Support Library Science Students

Long Beach, CA – Long Beach City College (LBCC) proudly announces the renaming of its Liberal Arts Campus Library to the Bobbie Smith Library, honoring the college’s first African American librarian and a lifelong education leader for literacy, equity, and justice.

“Bobbie Smith devoted her life to education—not just as a profession, but as a calling. Her service on our local school board and as a college librarian was marked by courage, compassion, and a fierce belief that every child deserved the opportunity to thrive,” said Uduak-Joe Ntuk, President of the LBCC Board of Trustees. “We hope each student who walks into the Bobbie Smith Library, may they be inspired to read a little deeper, dream a little bigger, and stand a little taller—because of the path she paved.”

Long Beach City College Professor Receives Prestigious Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Fellowship

cchuu — Tue, 13 May 2025 18:45:00 +0000

Professor Carolyn Castaño Joins the 2025 Centennial Class of Fine Arts Fellows

Long Beach City College (LBCC) Visual & Media Arts Co-Department Head and Professor of Drawing and Painting, Carolyn Castaño, has been awarded the highly prestigious John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Fellowship for 2025, which marks the program’s 100^th anniversary year. She was recognized in the field of Fine Arts for her prior exceptional achievements as well as her future promise.

Long Beach City College Hosts Free “Summer Of Learning” Day Camps

cchuu — Thu, 01 May 2025 17:58:00 +0000

Summer Camps Cover Game Design, Trade Skills, Cybersecurity, and More for Area High School Students and Adult Learners, with Free Meals

Long Beach City College (LBCC) is excited to announce the 2025 Summer of Learning – a series of totally free, 8-week day camps designed to inspire and empower local high school students and adult learners. Camps will offer hands-on sessions in game design, skilled trades, and cybersecurity fundamentals for high school students, while both teens and adults can enroll in workshops to strengthen their math, language arts, and basic computer skills.

Long Beach City College Wins National Award For Advancing Institutional Equity And Belonging

cchuu — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:19:00 +0000

LBCC Receives Prestigious American Association of Community Colleges Award of Excellence

Nashville, Tennessee – Long Beach City College (LBCC) was named the national winner of the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) Award of Excellence in the category of Advancing Institutional Equity and Belonging. This distinguished honor was presented at the AACC’s annual national conference in Nashville and recognizes LBCC’s trailblazing efforts to embed equity, belonging, and inclusion throughout its campus culture and operations.

Long Beach City College Opens Largest E-sports Lab In Southern California

cchuu — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 21:25:00 +0000

The New State-of-the-Art Classroom is Celebrated with a Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

Long Beach City College (LBCC) Board of Trustees, students, and employees officially celebrated the opening of the largest e-sports lab in Southern California with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, February 27. The $2.3 million state-of-the-art classroom features cutting-edge technology to support students interested in the rapidly growing e-sports industry.

“Long Beach City College is proud to lead the way in providing students with access to this rapidly growing multi-billion-dollar e-sports industry with well-paying jobs,” said Uduak-Joe Ntuk, LBCC Board of Trustees President. “This cutting-edge facility is more than just a gaming lab—it’s a gateway to future careers in technology, broadcasting, and game development. Our investment in this state-of-the-art space reflects our commitment to innovation, workforce development, and student success in the digital era.”

“As technology evolves, so do the opportunities for our students,” said Dr. Mike Muñoz, LBCC President.

Long Beach City College Appoints New Vice President, Associate Vice President & Director

cchuu — Wed, 05 Feb 2025 17:06:00 +0000

Candace Jones is the Vice President of Administrative and Business Services, Rick von Kolen is the Associate Vice President of Human Resources, and Fabiola Huerta is the Director of Administrative and Business Services.

The Long Beach Community College District (LBCCD) Board of Trustees recently approved the selection of Candace Jones as the Vice President of Administrative and Business Services, Rick von Kolen as Associate Vice President of Human Resources, and Fabiola Huerta as the Director of Administrative and Business Services for Long Beach City College (LBCC).

How To Respond To Immigration Enforcement Activities

cchuu — Mon, 03 Feb 2025 02:39:00 +0000

Immigration Enforcement Activities

North Long Beach Higher Education Center Mural Wins International Davey Award

amanda — Thu, 30 Jan 2025 20:24:00 +0000

The Mural Depicting Life in North Long Beach Won a Gold Award in the Outdoor Signage Category

The North Long Beach Higher Education Center, a collaborative effort between Long Beach City College (LBCC) and the City of Long Beach, received a prestigious 2024 Davey Award, Gold Winner, in the category of Outdoor/Environmental Signage & Environmental Graphics for its striking exterior mural depicting life in North Long Beach.

“We’re so proud that the North Long Beach Higher Education Center mural received this important recognition,” said Uduak-Joe Ntuk, LBCC Board of Trustees President. “It reflects the vibrant spirit of North Long Beach and showcases LBCC’s deep commitment to serving and uplifting our community. This artwork symbolizes the incredible synergy that happens when LBCC partners with local nonprofits like the Puente Latino Association on meaningful collaborations.”

Long Beach City College Named National Award Finalist In Advancing Institutional Equity And Belonging

cchuu — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 08:00:00 +0000

The American Association of Community Colleges Named LBCC as a Finalist for the Prestigious Awards of Excellence

The American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) named Long Beach City College (LBCC) as a finalist for its prestigious Awards of Excellence in the Advancing Institutional Equity and Belonging category. This recognition highlights LBCC’s commitment to fostering an inclusive campus culture through innovative programs, student support services, and faculty professional development that prioritize equity and belonging for all.

Uduak-Joe Ntuk And Dr. Ennette Morton To Lead Long Beach Community College District And Malauulu, Morton Sworn-in

cchuu — Thu, 19 Dec 2024 19:03:00 +0000

Ntuk Elected as Board President, Morton Elected as Board Vice President

At its regular monthly meeting and annual re-organization of the Board on December 18, the Long Beach Community College District (LBCCD) Board of Trustees elected Trustee Uduak-Joe Ntuk as Board President for 2025, and newly-elected Trustee Dr. Ennette Mortonas Board Vice President. Vivian Malauulu was sworn in for her third term to represent Area 2, and Morton was sworn in as the new representative for Area 4.

Rep. Barragán Celebrates $1,000,000 in Federal Funding for Long Beach City College Student Housing

cchuu — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 00:30:00 +0000

LONG BEACH, CA – Today, Congresswoman Nanette Barragán (CA-44) celebrated $1,000,000 in federal funding she secured for Long Beach City College (LBCC) to build the North Long Beach Student Housing and Higher Education Complex.

The funding will support the development of a mixed-use complex with affordable student housing, a large multipurpose community room, study rooms, shared kitchens, and support services on site. Housing will be available to low-income LBCC students at an affordable rent and open to students with dependents.

“Low-income college students often worry about balancing the cost of tuition, housing, and other essential needs,” said Rep. Barragán. “I was proud to secure this funding so Long Beach City College students, including those with children, can access affordable housing while they pursue their higher education. By building this complex in North Long Beach, educational resources and other services will be more accessible to students who do not live near campus.”

Long Beach Voters Approve $990 Million Measure AC to Transform LBCC Campuses

cchuu — Wed, 06 Nov 2024 23:01:00 +0000

Long Beach, CA – While election results have yet to be finalized, it seems that Long Beach voters have approved Measure AC, a $990 million bond measure that will provide critical upgrades and modernization for Long Beach City College’s (LBCC) campuses. This landmark investment will enhance campus facilities, create state-of-the-art learning environments, and fund affordable housing for students, establishing LBCC as a model for the college of the future.

Measure AC Fact Sheet and FAQ

LBCC Celebrates Eligibility for the Inaugural Year of U.S. Department of Education’s Postsecondary Success Recognition Program

cchuu — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +0000

LBCC is one of only 100 community colleges nationwide invited to apply for this recognition

Long Beach City College (LBCC) was one of 100 community colleges nationwide invited to apply for the U.S. Department of Education’s new “Postsecondary Success Recognition Program”, as part of the “Raise the Bar: Attaining College Excellence and Equity” initiative. This recognition program acknowledges higher education institutions demonstrating a commitment to equitable access, student success, and post-college outcomes, focusing on supporting low-income students and students of color.

Long Beach City College Receives Insight Into Diversity 2024 Higher Education Excellence In Diversity (HEED) Award

cchuu — Thu, 03 Oct 2024 16:18:00 +0000

LONG BEACH, CA, October 3, 2024 — Today, Long Beach City College (LBCC) received the 2024 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from Insight Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education. As a recipient of the annual HEED Award — a national honor recognizing U.S.

Long Beach City College Celebrates 75 Years Of The Trades, Technology, And Community Learning Campus

cchuu — Mon, 23 Sep 2024 17:46:00 +0000

Residents invited to TTC’s 75th Anniversary Community Educational Block Party on October 19

Long Beach City College (LBCC) is celebrating the 75th anniversary of the newly re-branded Trades, Technology, and Community Learning Campus (TTC), formerly known as the Pacific Coast Campus. Established in 1949, the campus has long been a center for career education and free community education, serving many generations of students from Avalon, Lakewood, Long Beach, and Signal Hill.

November 2024 College Facilities Bond Measure

cchuu — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 15:26:00 +0000

Measure AC

Measure AC Fact Sheet

Background:

For nearly 100 years, Long Beach City College (LBCC) has provided a high-quality, affordable college education and career training to hundreds of thousands of local students in Long Beach and across the southern California region.

Long Beach Voters Approve $990 Million Measure AC to Transform LBCC Campuses

Resolution 080724A, Exhibit A Project List, Tax Rate Statement

Long Beach City College Regains Large College Status

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

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

Long Beach City College (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 LBCC being one of the few community colleges in California to recapture their pre-COVID enrollment numbers.

Long Beach City College 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 Long Beach City College’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.