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Long Beach City College & The Jenni Rivera Love Foundation Celebrate The Grand Opening Of The Jenni Rivera Performing Arts Center

cchuu — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 07:09:00 +0000

The $102 Million State-of-the-Art Complex Honors Music Icon and LBCC Alumna While Elevating Arts Education Across the Region

Los Angeles, CA. (March 26, 2026) - Long Beach City College (LBCC) and the Jenni Rivera Love Foundation celebrated the ribbon cutting of the new Jenni Rivera Performing Arts Center, a transformative $102-million facility named in honor of the Latin music icon and LBCC alumna. The state-of-the-art complex now serves as the home for LBCC’s Performing Arts, Music, Dance, and Radio/TV/Broadcasting programs.

“As we open the Jenni Rivera Performing Arts Center, we celebrate a remarkable new facility, and the enduring legacy of an artist whose voice resonated far beyond the stage,” said Uduak-Joe Ntuk, LBCC Board of Trustees President. “Through the support of our community and voters, we have created what is now the premier performing arts facility in the region. It’s a space that honors Jenni Rivera’s journey from LBCC student to global music icon, while providing world-class opportunities for future generations of artists.”

“The Jenni Rivera Performing Arts Center represents possibility for every student who walks through its doors,” said Dr. Mike Muñoz, LBCC Superintendent-President, whose vision led to approaching the Rivera family. “Our students will now train and perform in spaces that reflect the modern standards of today’s creative industries. Seeing Jenni Rivera’s name on this center reinforces what we want every student to understand: their goals are achievable no matter where they start.”

Long Beach City College Superintendent-President Dr. Mike Muñoz Selected For Aspen Fellowship

cchuu — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 22:28:00 +0000

Prestigious Program Focuses On Student Success And Economic Mobility

The Aspen Institute College Excellence Program announced today that Long Beach City College (LBCC) Superintendent-President Dr. Mike Muñoz has been selected is one of 23 community college presidents selected to participate in the third cohort of the Aspen Presidents Fellowship, a unique year-long professional development experience supported by JPMorganChase. During the program, presidents will develop a reform agenda that helps more of their students graduate into good jobs, either directly after community college or following transfer and bachelor’s degree attainment.

Long Beach City College Opens New Building MM To Help Students Build The Future

amanda — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:05:00 +0000

Long Beach City College hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Trades, Technology, and Community Learning Campus to celebrate the grand opening of the new Building MM complex. The facility supports the city’s growing Space Beach sector and serves as the new home for the Architecture, Anthropology, Carpentry, Horticulture, HVAC, and Plant Science programs, preparing students for careers in aerospace, advanced manufacturing, and construction industries expanding across the region.

LBCC Trades, Technology, and Community Learning Campus Unveils New “I ♥️ LB” Sign

amanda — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 21:42:00 +0000

Thousands of People Driving on Pacific Coast Highway Will See New Iconic Sign

Long Beach City College (LBCC) unveiled the newest campus icon sign at the Trades, Technology, and Community Learning Campus (TTC). LBCC students, employees, and college leadership celebrated the reveal and welcomed the exciting new addition to campus.

Long Beach City College And Congressman Robert Garcia Announce $1.5 Million Community Project Funding

cchuu — Fri, 06 Feb 2026 20:21:00 +0000

Federal Funding will Support New Playground at the TTC Child Development Center

Thanks to the advocacy of Congressman Robert Garcia (CA-42), Long Beach City College will receive $1.5 million in Community Project Funding to support the LBCC Child Development Center (CDC) at the Trades, Technology, and Community Learning Campus (TTC). The funding will be used to purchase and install new playground equipment at the TTC CDC.

“A safe and engaging playground is essential to healthy child development, supporting physical activity, creativity, social interaction, and overall well-being during early childhood,” said Uduak-Joe Ntuk, LBCC Board of Trustees President. “Thanks to the support of Congressman Garcia, this funding for the Child Development Center is an investment in children’s safety and development, while also supporting the LBCC students, employees, and community members who rely on our CDC for high-quality, reliable childcare.”

“We know reliable childcare can make a real difference for families, and the LBCC Child Development Center is a space that so many families rely on,” said Congressman Robert Garcia. “At LBCC, many of our students and faculty are also parents, and having a safe, welcoming place for their kids matters.”

Long Beach City College Launches 2025 Annual Report

cchuu — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 19:29:00 +0000

Report Highlights Record Commencement, Equity Leadership, Campus Investment, and Community Partnerships

Long Beach City College (LBCC) released its 2025 Annual Report, spotlighting a year of achievements that directly impacted the Long Beach community, including national recognition for advancing equity and belonging, a $2 million endowment to support future nurses, and the renaming of the college library in honor of local trailblazer Bobbie Smith.

Long Beach City College Approved To Offer First-Ever Bachelor’s Degree

cchuu — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 17:11:00 +0000

LBCC Becomes the First Community College in the Nation to Offer a Bachelor’s in Library & Information Science

Long Beach City College (LBCC) received official approval to offer the college’s first-ever bachelor’s degree, a Bachelor of Science in Library & Information Science. This groundbreaking program marks LBCC’s first baccalaureate offering, and the only Library & Information Science bachelor’s degree to be offered by any community college in the United States.

Long Beach City College Board of Trustees Approves Naming of New Performing Arts Center in Honor of Jenni Rivera

cchuu — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 17:08:00 +0000

The Long Beach City College (LBCC) Board of Trustees voted unanimously at the December Board of Trustees meeting to name the college’s new state-of-the-art Performing Arts Center in honor of global music icon and Long Beach native Jenni Rivera. The Jenni Rivera Performing Arts Center will stand as a permanent tribute to Rivera’s legacy as a trailblazing artist, beloved community figure, and powerful advocate for education, women’s empowerment, and the Latinx community.

Long Beach City College Officially Designated As A California Black-Serving Institution

cchuu — Thu, 11 Dec 2025 23:43:00 +0000

LBCC Named Among Just 31 Institutions Statewide for Demonstrating Measurable Impact in Black Student Achievement and Belonging

Long Beach City College (LBCC) has been officially designated as a California Black-Serving Institution (BSI) by the state’s Governing Board for Black-Serving Institutions—making LBCC one of only 31 institutions statewide selected across the University of California, California State University, California Community Colleges, and independent universities.

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

cchuu — Thu, 11 Dec 2025 04:09:00 +0000

Ntuk Re-elected as Board President, Morton Re-elected as Board Vice President

At its regular monthly meeting and annual re-organization of the Board on December 10, the Long Beach Community College District (LBCCD) Board of Trustees re-elected Trustee Uduak-Joe Ntuk as Board President for 2026, and Trustee Dr. Ennette Morton as Board Vice President.

LBCC Liberal Arts Campus Unveils New “I ♥️ LB” Icon Sign

cchuu — Wed, 10 Dec 2025 19:36:00 +0000

Students celebrate unveiling of LBCC’s newest campus landmark

Long Beach City College (LBCC) hosted a celebratory unveiling of its new campus icon sign at the Liberal Arts Campus. The event drew LBCC students, employees and leadership who came together to witness the reveal.

LBCC Student Receives National Award for Empowering and Transforming His Community

cchuu — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 18:06:00 +0000

Long Beach City College Student Edgar Rosales Honored Nationally for Transformative Advocacy on Campus and in the Long Beach Community

LONG BEACH, CA – Long Beach City College (LBCC) student, Edgar Rosales, has been selected as a 2025 honoree of The Courage Project, a national recognition awarded to only 12 individuals or organizations across the country who demonstrate extraordinary courage and compassion within their communities. Rosales was honored for his leadership at LBCC and his unwavering commitment to empowering unhoused and low-income students.

Long Beach City College Breaks Ground For Future Building E At The Liberal Arts Campus

cchuu — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 22:03:00 +0000

New College Center Will Create a Vibrant Space Where Students Can Learn, Lead, and Thrive

Long Beach City College (LBCC) held a groundbreaking ceremony today for the new Building E College Center, a transformative project that will become the pulse of student life on the Liberal Arts Campus.

“This groundbreaking of the new college center is a reminder of what our communities can build together when we choose progress over complacency and inclusion over animosity,” said Uduak-Joe Ntuk, President of the Long Beach Community College District (LBCCD) Board of Trustees. “By passing Measure LB and Measure AC, our voters decided to invest not just in new walls, but in the belief that every student—no matter their background, zip code, or life story—deserves a vibrant place to learn, thrive, and grow. As a former LBCC student who studied in the former building, it’s inspiring to witness the new Building E reborn as a dynamic center of student life that will empower generations of LBCC scholars to dream bigger and achieve more.”

Resources for SNAP/EBT Students in Need

cchuu — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 19:11:00 +0000

Expanded Food Support During Government Shutdown

The federal government shutdown has created uncertainty and stress for students who rely on SNAP/EBT and other public assistance programs. Long Beach City College is here to support you.

Our goal is to keep you informed with the latest updates and connect you to food resources available on campus. During this challenging time, we remain committed to ensuring that students have access to essential support, food security, and a sense of community. You are not facing this alone; LBCC is here to help!

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Long Beach City College Recognized As Pathway Champion For Transfer Excellence

cchuu — Thu, 23 Oct 2025 15:32:00 +0000

The Campaign for College Opportunity Honors LBCC for Advancing Student Transfer Success and Equitable Degree Completion

The Campaign for College Opportunity honored 40 California Community Colleges and California State Universities (CSU) as Pathway Champions today for their work paving pathways to college and economic opportunity for thousands of California students by strengthening the transfer process. Long Beach City College (LBCC) placed in two categories: Total Campuswide Associate Degrees For Transfers (ADTs), and California Community Colleges ADT Implementation For Black Students.

LBCC Board President Uduak-Joe Ntuk Appointed To Community College League Of California Statewide Advisory Committee On Legislation

cchuu — Tue, 21 Oct 2025 17:36:00 +0000

The Long Beach Community College District (LBCCD) Board President Uduak-Joe Ntuk has been appointed to the Community College League of California’s (CCLC) Advisory Committee on Legislation, a statewide body that advises on legislative priorities impacting California’s 73 community college districts and 2.1 million students.

LBCC Receives $50,000 Scholarship Fund from Western Governors University

cchuu — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Working learners in high-demand careers through Grow Long Beach receive financial support

Long Beach, CA. – October 1, 2025 – Western Governors University (WGU) has established a $50,000 Grow Long Beach Scholarship Fund in partnership with Long Beach City College (LBCC) to expand educational opportunities for students continuing their academic journey at WGU. The fund will provide vital support for working learners preparing for careers in high-demand industries aligned with the City of Long Beach’s Grow Long Beach initiative, which includes logistics, supply chain, healthcare, and education.

Long Beach City College Dedicates Aquatics Center to Water Polo Coach, Monte Nitzkowski

cchuu — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000

From Olympian to Visionary Coach, Nitzkowski’s Influence on Swimming and Water Polo Endures at LBCC

Long Beach, CA – Long Beach City College (LBCC) dedicated its Aquatics Center in honor of Monte Nitzkowski, decorated athlete, revered coach, and influential figure in the history of U.S. Swimming and Water Polo, during a ceremony on October 1.

The newly named Monte Nitzkowski Aquatics Center recognizes Coach Nitzkowski’s extraordinary contributions to LBCC, the sport of swimming and water polo, and generations of student-athletes.

Long Beach City College Inducts Singer Jenni Rivera, Singer/actress Jennifer Kumiyama, And Attorney Norm Rasmussen Into 2025 Hall Of Fame

cchuu — Fri, 19 Sep 2025 18:52:00 +0000

Rivera is First Posthumous Award Bestowed on an LBCC Alumna.

Long Beach City College (LBCC) and the LBCC Foundation celebrated alumni and community leaders at the 2025 Hall of Fame ceremony on September 18 at The Grand Event Center.

This year’s honorees included three LBCC alumni who have made remarkable contributions in their fields: legendary singer and cultural icon Jenni Rivera, who made history as the first alumna to be inducted posthumously; acclaimed singer and actor Jennifer Kumiyama; and respected attorney and community advocate Norm Rasmussen.

LBCC President Dr. Mike Muñoz Named Excelencia In Education’s Inaugural President In Residence

cchuu — Thu, 04 Sep 2025 17:44:58 +0000

Newest Role Adds to a National Leadership Streak Elevating Student Success and Community Impact

Long Beach City College (LBCC) Superintendent-President Dr. Mike Muñoz has been selected by Excelencia in Education as its inaugural President in Residence, a distinguished role recognizing his national leadership and commitment to advancing student success, particularly for Latina/o/x learners.