In the Loop (Employee)
Canvas Drop-In Support Sessions
The Online Learning & Educational (OLET) Technology team will be holding two Canvas Drop-In Support Sessions to help answer any questions you might have as you prepare your Canvas courses for the fall.
Feel free to drop in to either session at any time:
Tickets on Sale for Hall of Fame Dinner
You’re invited to celebrate excellence at the Long Beach City College 2025 Hall of Fame Celebration on Thursday, Sept. 18, at 5 p.m. at The Grand Long Beach. This special evening will honor the Hall of Fame Class of 2025: Jenni Rivera (posthumously), Jennifer Kumiyama, and Norm Rasmussen.
Registration for the Viking Clubhouse Now Open for 2025-26
Registration for the Viking Clubhouse at the Liberal Arts Campus is now open! This FREE afterschool program welcomes children ages 5 to 18, with priority given to LBCC student parents, but also available to LBCC employees.
Latinx Heritage Month Celebration Begins with Kick-off on Sept. 16
Food, performances, and special guests will mark the beginning of Latinx Heritage Month from noon – 2 p.m., on Tues., Sept. 16, on the south side of A building, facing Carson Street. All are welcome to stop by and enjoy! A month-long celebration of Latinx Heritage Month continues from there!
Please Remind Students: Important Registration Deadlines for Fall 2025
Student Notice
- August 22nd - College Day (Student Services offices will be closed)
- August 25th - First day of Fall classes
- August 28th - Last day the waitlist will run for classes that filled for 16 week and first 8-week courses.
RSVP Today for College Day 2025
Please save the date for faculty and staff to attend LBCC’s 2025 College Day, Friday, Aug. 22 at the Liberal Arts Campus. The theme is “Steady Ships through the Storm: Building Stability & Equity Together.” Check www.LBCC.edu/collegeday to RSVP, for future updates, and more info!
Long Beach City College Scores USC Football Tickets!
LBCC is teaming up with USC to offer every student, faculty, and staff member with two free 300-level tickets to select USC home football games! Ticketing fees apply and tickets will be emailed. Follow these steps: · Visit: https://www.gofevo.com/group/USCFootball-LBCC
Please Review Your Web Pages
If you are responsible for upkeep of your area/department’s LBCC webpages, it is time to review to ensure that everything is accurate, up-to-date, and relevant. All web content contributors need to complete any necessary updates. If you need help accessing the CMS, making edits, or have any questions, feel free to reach out to cchuu@lbcc.edu.
Action Needed: Update Your Profile for the Phone Directory
The ITS Department has launched an updated Phone Directory on the LBCC website. All employees are encouraged to review and update their individual Directory Profile. You can make changes through the HR Employee System under the Personal Details tile. Step-by-step instructions are available on the Launch site here. In addition to individual listings, the directory includes department contact information. Please review your department’s listing in the current directory.
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.
ACTION REQUIRED: Register for Virtual Parking Permit for Fall
Say goodbye to physical LBCC parking permits starting Fall 2025. Before Sept. 30, be sure to register your vehicle through the permit portal. For detailed instructions, visit the LBCC Parking Page, which includes information on parking regulations, FAQs, and how to navigate the new system.
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.
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.
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.
If you require Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) services, please contact [EVENT CONTACT NAME/EVENT CONTACT INFO] and Elizabeth Perez-Rodriguez eperezrodriguez@lbcc.edu and cart@lbcc.edu at least 5 business days prior to the event. *Please note requests are based on provider availability*
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.