Long Beach Current — Kelly Stewart, a professor of American Indian Studies, said many in the program have viewed the results with a mixture of resolve and disappointment. "For me, this election outcome signals potential setbacks for Indigenous communities, both on campus and across the country, as it reinforces a divisive political climate where Native issues are unlikely to receive attention," Stewart said.

Long Beach Current — Described as a fusion of '60s and '70s jazz, soul and psychedelic rock, the Los Angeles-based band, Triptides performed at Noontime Concerts at the University Student Union Southwest Terrance on Dec. 4. Hosted by Associated Students Inc. Beach Pride Events, the free concert was accompanied with drinks, snacks and a photo booth for students.

Long Beach Current — Feminist pioneer, public library advocate, and former College of the Liberal Arts Dean, Dorothy "Dee" Abrahamse died the morning of Nov. 6 at 85 years old. Abrahamse had spent over 15 years as the dean, until she retired in 2007. Her death was announced to the campus community via email by the current CLA Dean, Deborah Thien.

Long Beach Current - The Office of Belongings and Inclusion, the Dream Success Center and the Counseling and Psychological Services provided a space for students to reflect and reset following the results of the 2024 election. When Long Beach Current reporters arrived to collect interviews, there was a rejection for all media despite the website not mentioning any restrictions.

Long Beach Current — Originally from Krasnogorsk, Russia, today senior Kristina Ponomareva helps lead a Long Beach State women's golf team that is ranked top 50 in the country.

Long Beach Current- Rainbow Lagoon Park will serve as the location for the Stop Diabetes Walk on Oct. 26. The event is focused on raising funds to battle the condition. Photo credit: Isabela Zuniga The Step Out Walk to Stop Diabetes and Long Beach Walk to End Alzheimer’s are both set to take place this Saturday, Oct. 26 to raise awareness of the diseases and gather funds. The advocacy walks will occur at various locations in Long Beach, including Rainbow Lagoon Park, Shoreline Aquatic Park and Granada Launch Ramp.

Long Beach Current— To help animals find their forever homes, the Long Beach Pet Fair returned for its third year with activities including costume contests, presentations, food and craft vendors at Marina Green Park on Oct. 19 - 20. The event was organized by The Little Lion Foundation, The Cat Cove and Long Beach Animal Care Services, with over 100 vendors featured across both days.

Long Beach Current — Assembly Bill 1460, enacted in August 2020, marks a significant milestone in California's commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion within higher education. The legislation mandates that all California State University campuses offer ethnic studies courses as a graduation requirement for the 2024-2025 academic year.