In the Loop (Employee)
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.
President’s Open House Feb. 13
Thurs., Feb. 13 - LAC- T-Executive Suite
All colleagues are invited to the Annual President’s Office Valentine’s Open House from 2 – 3 p.m., Thurs., Feb. 13 in the T Building Executive Suite.
Hope Restored: Justice Scholars Student Exhibition Opens Feb. 13
Feb. 13 - March 22, LAC- Art Gallery K Building
Running Feb. 13 – March 22 in the K Building Art Gallery of LAC, “Hope Restored” is devoted to giving a voice and visibility to the incarcerated population. Sharing stories of transformation and redemption, to make a connection with the public, to inspire, motivate, and humanize both people on the inside and the outside. Exhibition curated by Alberto Lule and Summer Berna.
Long Beach Big Band Holding Concert to Raise Funds for Fire Victims
Mon., Feb. 17, at 7 p.m., Alva's Showroom in San Pedro
The LBBB is a community big band hosted at LBCC, directed by Pat Sheng and Mike Zilber. It features top jazz musicians in the Long Beach area, including LBCC faculty and alumni. LBBB is performing a benefit concert for the victims of the LA Fires. The concert will be at Alva’s Showroom in San Pedro on Mon., Feb. 17, at 7 p.m. All proceeds go to relief for affected families, with American Red Cross, World Central Kitchen, CORE, and LA Humane Society (for rescued pets).
Black History Month: Karaoke/Open Mic – Tues., Feb. 18
Date/Time: Tuesday, February 18, 5:00PM – 7:00PM
Location: LAC B206 -Social Justice Intercultural Center (SJIC)
The Karaoke/Open Mic series is designed to share space in a celebratory way to elevate the voices of and highlight the talent in our campus community. Join us from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m on Tues., Feb. 18, at the Social Justice Intercultural Center (SJIC) in B206, Liberal Arts Campus. Click here for more info on the Black History Month events!
Board President Ntuk to be Honored – Thurs., Feb. 20
Congratulations to Board President Ntuk! Senator Lena Gonzalez will honor LBCC Board of Trustees President Uduak-Joe Ntuk at her annual Black History Month Celebration.
The event will be held on Thurs., Feb. 20, 2025 at the Long Beach Westin Hotel, from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
For ticket information please email connectld696@gmail.com.
Black History Month: Sip N Paint – Thurs., Feb. 20
Date/Time: Thursday, February 20, 2:00PM – 4:00PM
Location: LBCC Bistro – LAC V101
Celebrating Black History Month through art, conversation, self-care, and creativity. Partnering with Culinary Arts and Umoja. The Sip N Paint workshop series is designed to provide the campus community with an opportunity to engage their creative sides while sharing space with good people. All participants are provided with a canvas, paints, and other materials to unwind while enjoying artistic expression, good company, food, and sparkling cider. Click here for more info on the Black History Month events!
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.
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.
FACULTY: Ensure Your Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) are Accurate on Syllabi!
As we approach submission of our ACCJC Midterm Report, it is vital that we continue to support student awareness of SLOs. Faculty, please continue to submit all of your syllabi on Canvas and ensure that the SLOs on your syllabi match the official Course Outline of Record exactly.
Helpful resources include:
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:
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.
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 Moving Indoors for Spring Semester
Wednesdays, through March 26, at 12:00 pm, in LAC - Q113
Free Yoga will return indoors on Wednesdays, through March 26, at noon, 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.
