From first-gen to CSULB president: Loren J. Blanchard’s journey to The Beach
Incoming Long Beach State President Loren J. Blanchard is coming in with one mindset he’s all too familiar with: student success.
My Recent Work
Rep. Robert Garcia presents $2.1 million check to CSULB library
U.S. Congressman Robert Garcia presented Long Beach State with a $2.1 million check to fund the library’s new Long Beach Research Center and Special Collections Archives.
CSU Board of Trustees appoints new CSULB president
Loren J. Blanchard, a former CSU executive, will serve as the new president of Long Beach State.
Friendship Walk Stairs delayed again, date now uncertain
Completion of the Friendship Walk Stairs has been pushed back to an unknown date once again.
Heating down in Liberal Arts, Faculty Office buildings
Central heating is currently unavailable in Liberal Arts buildings 2, 3 and 4, as well as Faculty Office 2, with no estimated timeline for repair.
Long Beach drops 2nd Street bar curfew, explores other options
Long Beach city officials will explore ways to increase late-night safety in Belmont Shore following an increase in crime and resident concerns.
Massive Amazon outage, working to restore service
Amazon Web Services reported an outage at 12:11 a.m. Monday, taking down numerous major websites, including Canvas for various colleges.
Celebrating OUTober: 8 LGBTQ+ pride events coming to campus
Long Beach State is hosting several events at The Beach in honor of OUTober, a month dedicated to LGBTQ+ history and awareness.
Back at The Beach: President Andrew Jones’ full circle story
In simplest terms, Interim President Andrew Jones’s story is a classic case of “hometown boy makes good.”
¿Listos? 10 Hispanic heritage events on and near CSULB
From Sept. 15 to Oct. 16, Long Beach transforms into a vibrant hub of cultural celebration, honoring the rich traditions and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities—from pupusa-making to live musical performances. Celebrate all month long with 10 events on and off campus.
New federal grants to boost aid for underrepresented students
Long Beach State’s TRiO Student Support Services was awarded three grants totaling $1,176,253 per year for the next five years by the United States Department of Education.
Here’s where to find relocated student services
While the Future U Project construction is underway, student resources and services previously in the University Student Union have relocated from now through September 2028.
Dental services, housing and other major changes coming soon to campus
AI tools, a new housing complex and the hiring of five counselors are among the changes announced at Long Beach State’s recent convocation on Aug. 22.
CSULB alumnus to serve as interim president
This article was edited to correct the misspelled name of former CSULB President Jane Close Conoley at 11:40 a.m. on Aug. 20.
GWAR exam elimination sparks frustration among CSULB community
Following the announcement that the Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement Placement Exam (GPE) would be discontinued, English literature major Brandi Modica called for a refund of the test she took in 2023 when transferring to Long Beach State.
What’s happening to the USU? Future U project breakdown
The total cost of the renovation and expansion to the University Student Union is currently $294 million, plus $21 million for relocations, temporary services and accessibility improvements, such as the Friendship Walk stairway.
ASI leaders past, present impact campus life
Former Associated Students Inc. President Jose Salazar advocated to change ASI payments from fellowships to scholarships in 2015 so that students, no matter their citizenship status, could receive payment for their student government work.
Student assistants bargaining to improve CSU working conditions
California State University student assistants are negotiating a contract with the CSU to improve their working conditions.
ASI prepares for change as construction of Future U approaches
The Future U project has entered its relocation phase as it prepares to break ground in the summer of 2025.
Pyramid home games relocated due to exterior ceiling collapse
On Jan. 17, Long Beach State Athletics announced that an exterior suspended ceiling fell on the south side of the Walter Pyramid the day before.
DACA students fear the program’s termination with 2024 election outcome
Immigration has become an important issue that both Republicans and Democrats want to tackle this election cycle.
Cinematic Arts Chair steps down amidst turbulence in the department
Following students expressing frustration regarding course work intensity, Department of Cinematic Arts Chair Adam Moore announced he is stepping down and will leave Long Beach State on Oct. 18.
CSULB Day One Textbook Access considered successful by ASI
Approximately 61% of students remain opted into the Day One Textbook Access program, according to Associated Student Inc. Communications Manager Shannon Couey.
CSU tuition increase implemented, causes concern
The California State University system’s multi-year tuition increase officially began at the start of the fall 2024 semester.
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