In the Loop (Employee)
March is Women’s History Month!
Celebrate Women’s History Month by supporting LBCC’s Softball Team. All students, staff, and faculty are encouraged to wear their favorite LBCC Spirit Wear. The pre-game celebration starts at 12pm and the softball game starts at 1pm.
Friday, March 14th, at the Women’s Softball Field
OLET Hosting Workshops
The Online Learning & Educational Technology (OLET) Department is hosting workshops and drop-in sessions for all colleagues through out spring semester. Check out the workshop schedule here.
March is Women’s History Month!
Celebrate Women’s History Month by supporting events throughout the month! The kick-off event will be from 12 – 2 p.m. Wed., March 5 in W-210.
The following week we can celebrate LBCC’s awesome women’s Softball Team! All students, staff, and faculty are encouraged to wear their favorite LBCC Spirit Wear. The pre-game celebration starts at 12 p.m. with hot dogs and snacks; 12:30 p.m. Opening Ceremony and the softball game starts at 1 p.m. on Friday, March 14, at the LAC Field.
Foundation Grant Application Due March 31
APPLY NOW! Deadline is March 31
Several LBCC Foundation Grants are awarded annually to Faculty, Staff, Department Heads and Deans to support projects based on need, impact, and innovation. Special consideration is given to projects that include matching funds. APPLY NOW! Deadline is March 31.
Register for the Free Ethnic Studies Summit
Sat., April 19, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., LAC- T-1200
The LBCC History, Political Science, and Ethnic Studies Dept./Reading and Teacher Preparation Dept./Labor Center/Student Equity/Faculty Professional Development invite you to an Ethnic Studies Summit, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., Sat., April 19.
Free and open to the public, including lunch and parking. Learn about Ethnic Studies, culturally relevant teaching and education advocacy by registering here.
All are Welcome to ‘Affirmation and Poetry’
Mon., Feb. 24 , 1p.m.,LAC- P-1300
Student Health Services will present “Affirmation and Poetry” at 1 p.m., Mon., Feb. 24 in P-1300. Participants will be guided with writing prompts to create empowering poetry for themselves. They will also make a unique journal for self-empowerment that includes some of the poetry written during the workshop. It will be a session of reflection, creative play, and poetic expression.
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: 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!
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.
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.
Red Cards Available to Order with Reprographics
All people in the United States, regardless of immigration status, have certain rights and protections under the U.S. Constitution. The Immigrant Legal Resource Center has business card sized templates of Red Cards to help people assert their rights and defend themselves in many situations, such as when ICE agents are present.
Learn more about the red cards here and order sets in various languages with your campus C# account through Reprographics (please indicate what language you would like printed). They are printed in sets of 250.
Are You Organizing an Event on Campus? Updated Cart Services Language
Please make sure you include this language on your flyer:
If you require sign language interpreting 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.
Updated as of Feb. 4, 2025
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!
Integrated Support Solutions (ISSI) Launches Campus Catering
The Integrated Support Solutions (ISSI) catering service for LBCC, will be going live February 3 with 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:
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!
Free Yoga Wednesdays Update
Every Wednesday, 12 p.m. - 1 p.m., LAC
All are welcome to participate in the Free Yoga class that will be held from 12 to 1 p.m.
- Wednesday, Feb. 19: in front of the Yoga Club Booth at Join-A-Club Day at LAC.
- Wednesdays, Feb. 26 through March 26: indoors 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.
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.
LBCC’s Got Talent! Show Off Your Skills! Register by Mon., March 3
Fri., April 4 at 4 p.m.
Register before March 3 if you would like to compete in this brand new talent showcase and lip-sync battle at LBCC! All employees, solo or group acts are welcome!
If you aren’t up for performing, be sure to mark your calendar as an audience member for the event on Fri., April 4 at 4 p.m.!
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:
Do Not Miss the LBCC Production of ‘In the Heights’
March 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16 - at 2 p.m. -LAC- Barbara Ellis Auditorium
LBCC’s Department of Performing Arts and ASB will present the Tony-Winning Best Musical “In the Heights” at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m., March 7, 8, 9, 14, 15 and 16 in the Bob and Barbara Ellis Auditorium (LAC, Bldg. J).
FREE to LBCC students (with current ASB sticker).
To purchase tickets on-line, go to: www.lbcc.edu/performingarts.
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 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:
Congratulations to the Hall of Champions Class of 2025! Fri., March 21
Fri., March 21, 2025 at The Grand Long Beach
Join us in celebrating the athletic accomplishments of LBCC Alumni at the 20th Annual Hall of Champions event on Fri., March 21, 2025 at The Grand Long Beach!
The Class of 2025 Inductees are:
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.
