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This Week At The Beach

August 24, 2026

Welcome to This Week at The Beach! Today’s issue gives you a look ahead at upcoming events and important updates beyond this week. Starting next week, This Week at The Beach is your guide to what’s happening on campus right now; deadlines, events, and updates to keep you connected.

Key Dates & Deadlines

Last day to add/drop without approval
Sep 7

Day 1 Textbook Access opt-out
Sep 7

BeachScholarships (Spring 2027) application are open!
Closes Sep 29


Upcoming Welcome Events

""Week of Welcome
Every semester, WoW helps students make connections, join clubs and organizations, learn about university resources and so much more.

Sep 2 & 3 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Central Quad

""Cultural Welcomes
Start your fall semester off by connecting with fellow CSULB students, faculty, and staff! Enjoying free food, games, and prizes while creating lasting connections and building community.

Sep 8 - 17

""Smorgasport
Smorgasport is celebrating its 25th anniversary! Join us for a free on-campus carnival experience! This event is open to current Long Beach State University (LBSU) students only.

Sep 11 from 6 – 10 p.m.
Parking Lots E1 & G3

More on Events and Orgs


Back to Campus Resources

Parking - Plan Ahead and Arrive Early!
Parking demand peaks during the first four weeks of fall. Allow extra time to enter campus, park, and reach your destination. Historically, demand drops significantly after the first month.

Long Beach Transit - First Month Free (new!)
Skip the busiest weeks entirely. The new First Month Free (FMF) program lets you ride Long Beach Transit free for your first month and unlock savings on a CSULB parking permit.

Wi-Fi - Get Online Fast
eduroam allows you to connect to the campus network locally and access the Internet using your campus username and password. 

Where to Eat - Explore Campus Dining
Explore dining halls, cafes, coffee spots, food trucks, and convenience stores across campus, with up-to-date hours and student food resources.

Health & Wellness Resources - Thrive at The Beach
Connect with campus support for your physical health, mental health, and basic needs, plus crisis resources and a team to help you figure out where to start.

Student Academic Resources - Find Your Academic Support
Find tutoring, advising, academic technology, and enrollment help in one comprehensive hub built to support your success at The Beach.

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