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Join Student Health Services for a workshop called Birth Control 101 today, Monday, March 4 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Student Health Services (SHS) building. Peer educators will inform participants about birth control methods, STIs, reproductive health and more.

Attend the Lunch & Learn event hosted by Beach Wellness on Monday, March 4 from noon to 1 p.m. in Room 115 of the Vivian Engineering Center (VEC). Students will learn about support resources on campus and discover ways to navigate and reduce stress. Free lunch will be served to all participants. Attendees must register online in the Events and Orgs app on the CSULB single sign-on.

Throughout March, support Beach Pantry by donating non-perishable food items to the Laurén Chalmers '83 food drive. Donations are accepted at the College of Business in Room 200, the College of Engineering in Room 662, the College of Health Science in Room 160 and the College of Liberal Arts Dean's Office.

Additionally, join Beach Pantry on Friday, March 8 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for their Dedication Ceremony as they rename Beach Pantry to the Laurén Chalmers '83 Beach Pantry. The new name will honor Long Beach State alumna Laurén Chalmers who earned her Bachelor of Science degree in marketing in 1983.

Join the Spring Mixing and Painting event hosted by the Dream Success Center for refreshments, painting and DIY trail mixes while learning about the program’s services. The event will take place on Wednesday, March 6 from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Room 290 of the Dream Success Center.

The Womxn of Color Leadership Conference is on Friday, March 8 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the University Student Union Ballrooms. It is an opportunity for students to make connections and build a network in preparation for the workforce. The event is free, and all participants will receive a free t-shirt and have opportunities to win giveaways and raffles.

Last Thursday, it was announced that 97% of student assistants voted to unionize under the California State University Employees Union. According to a union spokesperson, student workers will be official union members once the Public Employment Relations Board certifies the CSUEU to represent 20,000 student workers.

Last Wednesday, a group called Students Against Tuition Hikes led a protest against a yearly 6% tuition increase which was approved by the CSU Board of Trustees in September. The tuition increase is set to begin next semester and will continue to increase each year until the 2028-2029 school year. Students chanted and held signs as they made their way around campus in a loop that began and ended at Brotman Hall. Protesters hope the demonstration will bring attention to student needs as the tuition hike affects many students’ futures.

The Smokehouse Creek Fire began burning in northern Texas last Monday. As of March 1, it has burned over 1 million acres at 15% containment and has spread into Oklahoma. It is the state’s largest wildfire on record. Operations at a nearby nuclear weapon facility had to be temporarily paused last Tuesday due to the fire but resumed the following day.

Aaron Bushnell was an active-duty member of the U.S. Air Force who set himself on fire in protest of the Israel-Hames war last Sunday, Feb. 25. He live-streamed the act of protest on Twitch from outside the Israeli Embassy in Washington, D.C. He said on the now-removed livestream that he would “no longer be complicit in genocide” and could be heard yelling “Free Palestine.” Bushnell was rushed to the hospital around 1 p.m. He was pronounced dead at 8:06 p.m.

Host: Lei Madrigal
Editor: Julia Goldman
Producers: El Nicklin, Aidan Swanepoel
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In Season 3 Episode 6 of Teed Up, the hosts Matthew Gomez and Naoki Gima talk to Long Beach State women's golf players and twin sisters, Jasmine and Janae Leovao.

The hosts Naoki Gima and Matthew Gomez bring on the very first student-athletes to ever join the show, Jasmine and Jenae Leovao. After being joined by university administration, coaches and industry professionals, the guys finally break the seal and get a two-on-two interview with a pair of student-athletes.

The Leovao sisters already have very accomplished collegiate careers in their short season and a half of competition. They recently competed in the Wishbone Brawl after working various non-competition jobs at the event and both sisters competed in the 2023 Big West Women's Golf Championship.

Hosts: Naoki Gima, Matthew Gomez
Guests: Jasmine Leovao, Janae Leovao
Editor: Aidan Swanepoel, Ellie Creighton
Producers: El Nicklin, Aidan Swanepoel
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Blossom and Bloom will be hosted by Beach Pride Events on Monday, Feb. 26, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Ballroom C of the University Student Union. Students can celebrate spring by making floral crafts such as affirmation cards, candle jars and more. Free snacks and refreshments will be provided while supplies last.

An event called Career Insights for Black Students will be presented by the Career Development Center where guest panelists will speak about their career journeys. It will take place via Zoom on Tuesday, Feb. 27 from noon to 1 p.m. Register for the online event on the Events and Orgs app.

On Wednesday, Feb. 28 from noon to 1 p.m. is Zen Yoga at the Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden. Participants are welcome to bring their own yoga mat or use a mat provided by the class. The class is free for students, $10 for garden members or CSULB staff and $15 for non-members. Attendees are required to make a reservation before each class.

Linsey Towles, a news assistant with the Daily Forty-Niner, joined Beach Weekly to discuss the new FAFSA form, its delays and resources to help users better understand this year’s changes.

A group called Students Against Tuition Hikes will protest the California State University system’s tuition increase outside of Brotman Hall on Feb. 28 at 12:15 p.m. CSU tuition is set to increase by 6% each year for five years, starting in the 2024-25 school year as an effort to close a $1.5 billion budget gap in CSU funding. Executive Vice Chancellor & Chief Financial Officer Steve Relyea says that students whose tuition is paid for by non-loan financial aid will not be affected by the tuition hike and that the increase will boost available financial aid by $49 million.

Last Monday, 76% of California Faculty Association members voted to approve the tentative agreement reached by the CFA and CSU system. Once the CSU Board of Trustees approves the agreement, its terms and conditions will take effect. The next trustee meeting will be held from March 24 through March 27 but CFA members have urged trustees to arrange a meeting sooner to implement the agreement’s conditions as soon as possible.

Last Wednesday, about 153,000 American student loan borrowers received an email saying their debt was canceled. Debts were erased by the U.S. Department of Education if the borrower has borrowed $12,000 or less, has been paying off loans for at least 10 years and is enrolled in the Biden-Harris administration's repayment plan called SAVE. For every additional $1,000 initially borrowed, the borrower will receive relief after an additional year of payments.

The United Nations Security Council voted last Tuesday for or against an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war. Of the 15 Security Council members, 13 voted in favor of a ceasefire while the United States voted against and the United Kingdom abstained. The United States claimed that a ceasefire would interfere with the release of hostages taken from Israel.

Host: Lei Madrigal
Guest: Linsey Towles
Editor: Julia Goldman
Producers: El Nicklin, Aidan Swanepoel
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In season 4, episode 3 of Artist Banter, host Julia Goldman meets with local artist, jewelry maker and bioorganic preservationist, Shira Tagle. The two discuss the origin of Tagle's many mediums, and how their craftsmanship transformed into their small business, Verse Collective.

In this episode of Artist Banter, host Julia Goldman sits down with Long Beach State alumni, local artist and business owner of Verse Collective, Shira Tagle. The two discuss Tagle's many tactile mediums such as painting, rug making, clay, metalwork, jewelry making and what Tagle describes as their "realms." These "realms" are bioorganic, still-life terrariums that are created from a year-long process of collection and community connection.

Tagle also shares their long and short-term goals for Verse Collective and their ambition to provide the city of Long Beach with a center to practice, collaborate, trade, sell and learn about art.

To check out Tagle's portfolio of work or to follow along and see their shop restocks, pop-ups and updates, check out their Instagram @verse__collective.

Host: Julia Goldman
Guest: Shira Tagle
Editor: Julia Goldman
Producers: El Nicklin, Aidan Swanepoel
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In Season 3 Episode 5 of Teed Up, the hosts Naoki Gima and Matthew Gomez bring on resident San Francisco 49ers fan, Matthew Coleman, and loyal Teed Up fan, Mateo Tamashiro, to break down Super Bowl LVIII and who the favorites are to win next season.

Super Bowl LVIII saw the San Francisco 49ers fall to the Kansas City Chiefs for the second time in five years. Daily49er sports assistant and 49ers fan Matthew Coleman explains the shortcomings of his favorite team and his confidence in his team following the championship game.

Naoki Gima's younger brother, Mateo Tamashiro, makes his seasonal appearance on the show to give his thoughts on the halftime show performed by Usher. The hosts also give their takes on who they think will win next year's Super Bowl despite what the betting odds say.

Hosts: Naoki Gima, Matthew Gomez
Guests: Matthew Coleman, Mateo Tamashiro
Editor: Aidan Swanepoel
Producers: El Nicklin, Aidan Swanepoel
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In season 12, episode 4 of Beach Weekly, host Lei Madrigal discusses a possible CSU student worker unionization, a yearly college health survey and more.

This Wednesday, Feb. 21 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Room 303 of the University Student Union, there will be a Financial Empowerment workshop hosted by Beach Pride Events. Students will learn to manage basic finances and how to become financially independent.

The Stress Less Workshop will be held on Thursday, Feb. 22 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Student Health Services building. Register by calling 562-985-4609, emailing [email protected] or logging into your Student Health Services Patient Portal.

Join the Beach Wellness and Counseling and Psychological Services organizations for Thoughtful Thursday: Guided Mindfulness and Meditation. The event, which is hosted online via Zoom, will take place on Thursday, Feb. 22 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

On Thursday, Feb. 22 there will be a free QPR Suicide Prevention Training in the USU, Room 205 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Certification is available to those who attend and is free for students, staff and faculty. Registration through the Events and Orgs app on the CSULB sign-on is required.

Student Health Services will host an event on Thursday, Feb. 22 to provide information about acne, skin conditions, cancer prevention and more. The event is called Skincare at the Beach and will take place at the College of Professional and Continuing Education (CPACE) building in Room 100C from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Elizabeth Basile, a news assistant with the Daily 49er, joined Beach Weekly to discuss a possible student worker unionization among California State University student assistants. Elizabeth shared details such as the reasons for a union, how development is currently going and how people feel about the idea of a student union.

In a historic systemwide strike across the California State University system, some faculty members at several CSU campuses are dissatisfied with the early strike cancellation and tentative agreement that was made between the California Faculty Association and the university system. The CFA backed away from many of its key bargaining positions. CFA members voted on the tentative agreement from Feb. 12 until yesterday, Feb. 18. The results of the vote will be released today Monday, Feb. 19.

The National College Health Assessment is a yearly survey that collects data on student health to determine common health risks that affect campuses. The survey will be sent to students via email on March 3, and it will take around 20 to 30 minutes to complete. Participate in this year’s survey to provide feedback and possibly influence future wellness efforts on campus.

After a shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs’ victory parade on Feb. 14, one person is confirmed dead and at least 22 others are injured. According to the city’s police department, the shooting appears to have been caused by a dispute between numerous people. The two detained suspects are juveniles who are being held at the Juvenile Detention Center for gun-related offenses and resisting arrest.

Last Thursday, Greece became the first Orthodox Christian country to legalize same-sex marriage. The bill also allows same-sex couples to adopt children but at the same time, restricts same-sex male couples from having children through surrogate mothers. The Greek Parliament is expected to officially approve the bill later this month.

Host: Lei Madrigal
Guest: Elizabeth Basile
Editor: Julia Goldman
Producers: El Nicklin, Aidan Swanepoel
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In this special Valentine's Day episode of Artist Banter, host Julia Goldman sits down with Long Beach State industrial design students and couple, Ceci Apitz and Gavin Arevalo. The two share the story of how they met and discuss their artistic passions while doing Valentine's Day activities.

This special Valentine's Day-themed episode of Artist Banter features host Julia Goldman and CSULB industrial design students and couple, Ceci Aptiz and Gavin Arevalo. Within industrial design, Apitz primarily focuses on 3D art and sculpting, whereas Arvello focuses on sketching and physical art.

As the two engage in special Valentine's Day-themed activities, they tell the story of their artistic journeys, how they met at a school speed-friending event and how they bond over their shared passion.

To check out Apitz and Arevalo's work and future projects, follow them on Instagram. Aptiz's Instagram handle is @apitzdesign and Arevalo's Instagram handle is @cocoarts_arte.

Host: Julia Goldman
Guest: Ceci Apitz, Gavin Arevalo
Editor: Julia Goldman
Producers: El Nicklin, Aidan Swanepoel
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In Season 3 Episode 4 of Teed Up, the hosts Naoki Gima and Matthew Gomez bring in Daily Forty-Niner Design Assistant, Luis Castilla, and former Daily Forty-Niner Public Relations and Promotions Manager, Kaitlyn Rowell, to talk about the latest developments in the professional wrestling industry.

Following the WrestleMania XL press conference that took place on Thursday, Feb. 8, the hosts and guests talk about the newly confirmed main event title match between the 2024 Royal Rumble winner, Cody Rhodes, and the current undisputed WWE Universal Champion, Roman Reigns.

They also talk about the possible match card that could come to fruition in the upcoming Elimination Chamber and WrestleMania events as well as discuss who the returning, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, and current World Heavyweight Champion, Seth Rollins, might face at WrestleMania.

Hosts: Naoki Gima, Matthew Gomez
Guests: Luis Castilla, Kaitlyn Rowell
Editor: Aidan Swanepoel
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Donate your pre-owned business attire and professional accessories to the Career Clothing Donation Drive between Feb. 1 and March 5 at the ASI Beach Pantry, Basic Needs Office, Career Development Center, The Beach on 2nd Street, the University Student Union Information Center and the University Bookstore. You can donate at any of these locations during their operating hours.

Celebrate the Year of the Dragon with the 2024 Lunar New Year Festival in the USU Ballrooms on Monday, Feb. 12 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Hosted by the Office of Multicultural Affairs, the East Asia Subcommittee and the ASI's Beach Pride Events, the festival will include food, crafts, Lion Dancing and more.

Monday, Feb. 12 is Sustain U’s terrarium event, Terrarium Time, where students will learn how to create and care for a terrarium. The event takes place at the Grow Beach Garden on the Friendship Walk from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

The Counseling and Psychological Services Center is hosting a weekly bonding event for Asian, Asian American and Pacific Islander students called Sticky Rice at The Beach. Head to USU 307 on Tuesday, Feb. 13 from noon to 1 p.m. to attend the event.

On Wednesday, Feb. 14 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., join Sustain U in USU 205 for their pollination and pesticide awareness event called The Birds and the Bees. The event is an attempt to increase awareness of the harmful effects of pesticides on our planet. It is recommended that students reserve their spot on the Events and Orgs app on the CSULB single sign-on.

Classes at Long Beach State last Monday were either moved to virtual instruction, given alternative assignments or canceled altogether as severe storms impacted Southern California. The university returned to normal operations the next day. According to the National Weather Service, an inch and a half of rain fell on Long Beach on Sunday, Feb. 4, with certain parts of the city seeing up to four inches of rain.

Tyler Hildebrand, the women’s volleyball coach at Long Beach State, has officially announced his departure from Long Beach State. Hildebrand’s departure was speculated from a video posted by the USC women’s volleyball account before Long Beach State Athletics released an official press release announcing the move.

Registration deadlines for the current spring semester have been extended by a week. Extensions were made to accommodate the school days lost during the faculty strike during the first week of classes. Tuition and Day 1 Textbook Access fee deadlines have also been extended.

Last Thursday, the U.S. Supreme Court met to determine Trump’s presidential ballot eligibility following the Colorado Supreme Court's decision to disqualify the former president as a result of his involvement in the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol. Section 3 of the 14th Amendment bars an individual who swore to support the Constitution from holding federal or state office if they have engaged in insurrection. Trump’s legal team claims that this section of the Amendment does not apply to the President. Litigation to remove the former president from the presidential ballot is underway in twelve states but are all pending the U.S. Supreme Court's decision.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected a ceasefire plan proposed by Hamas to end the war in Gaza. Netanyahu called the plan “delusional” and said that it would leave Hamas with power over the Gaza Strip.

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In the premiere episode of Artist Banter's fourth season, host Julia Goldman sits down with CSULB's Director of Choral Studies, Dr. Jonathan Talberg. The two dive into Dr. Talberg's journey in music and how his past has shaped his teaching style at the Beach.

In this episode of Artist Banter, host Julia Goldman meets with Long Beach State's Director of Choral Studies, Dr. Jonathan Talberg. In his 24 years at the Beach, Dr. Talberg has gone on to teach hundreds of students within the choral program. He is also the conductor of the award-winning Bob Cole Conservatory Chamber Choir which has performed with notable groups such as the Los Angeles Masters Chorale, Kronos Quartet, Pacific Symphony and the Rolling Stones.

The two discuss the origins of Dr. Talberg's musical introductions and how the lessons he has learned have influenced his role as a music educator. To support CSULB's choir program, and keep up to date with their performances, check out @csulb_bccm and @choirsatbccm on Instagram.

Host: Julia Goldman
Guest: Dr. Jonathan Talberg
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Producers: El Nicklin, Aidan Swanepoel
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