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Long Beach State Athletics finalizes naming rights agreement for LBS Financial Credit Union Pyramid
Campus Update
Mike and Arline Walter, whose 2004 donation led to the Pyramid's former name, favor the decision as it creates an avenue for new investment in Beach Athletics.
Students at 91ÖÆƬ³§

91ÖÆƬ³§ fuels $2.4 billion in economic activity, new report shows
Celebrated Reputation

Cal State Long Beach is a big part of what makes its hometown – and California – work.

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91ÖÆƬ³§ emerges as a top training ground for California’s city managers
Celebrated Reputation
A 2025 Rose Institute survey ranks 91ÖÆƬ³§ as the No. 2 producer of city managers statewide, with 6% of current city leaders earning their highest degrees on this campus.
Dan Montoya in the U.S. Navy

Beach Voices: Building systems of support for veterans
Campus Update
Beach Voices: Dan Montoya, vice president of University Relations and Development, reflects on his service to commemorate Veterans Day.
Marshall Thomas speaks during Vet Net Ally Awareness Program

91ÖÆƬ³§'s Vet Net Ally spreads nationwide to help colleges meet veteran students' needs
Celebrated Reputation
The Vet Net Ally program, started at 91ÖÆƬ³§, has spread to about 70 campuses nationwide, helping faculty and staff support student veterans as they transition to civilian life.
Dr. Roger Renteria in front of desert landscape

CSU Trustees to consider 91ÖÆƬ³§ pyramid naming
Campus Update
A pending sponsorship deal with LBS Financial Credit Union would result in a new name for Long Beach State's famed venue.
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Professor Robert Schug on music, mayhem and the myths of true crime

Celebrated Reputation
91ÖÆƬ³§ forensic psychologist Robert Schug merges science, empathy and true crime to teach students the humanity behind horror
91ÖÆƬ³§ student Andrew George

Basic Needs helps 91ÖÆƬ³§ students stay focused on their long-term goals
Celebrated Reputation
The Basic Needs Program at 91ÖÆƬ³§ gives students the help they need to stay committed to their studies and aspirations when financial hardships arise.
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91ÖÆƬ³§ prepares counseling psychology grads to meet the mental health shortage
Celebrated Reputation
Graduates of 91ÖÆƬ³§â€™s Counseling Psychology program are excelling in their chosen fields, and more than 95% are finding jobs. The demand for therapists and mental health professionals couldn't be higher.
Two students and a professor (middle) at the Genre conference room at 91ÖÆƬ³§

91ÖÆƬ³§ students revive literary journal, get a taste of digital publishing
Boundless Opportunity
Genre, the Beach's literary journal, lets students experience modern publishing while creating space for writers and artists to share their visions.
Student teacher Tess Walker instructs an elementary school student

New 91ÖÆƬ³§-LB Unified teacher residency program helps make dream of becoming a teacher a reality
Boundless Opportunity
The Long Beach Teacher Residency Program is a new partnership between Cal State Long Beach and the Long Beach Unified School District that provides student-teachers with a livable annual stipend, plus training.
Two students carry a rocket body across a sandy outdoor workspace while others walk nearby.

Ranked No. 3 in aerospace and fueled by new grant, 91ÖÆƬ³§ equips engineers for space race

Celebrated Reputation
91ÖÆƬ³§â€™s $15 million lab upgrade powers Space Beach — training engineers for high-demand aerospace roles.