Opportunities From: California State University Long Beach

We need you to help us guide prospective students and their families at Day at the Beach!

Let's face it, our campus is big. And to outsiders, a big event like Day at the Beach can be hard to navigate. Our Lifeguard Stations are placed strategically throughout the campus so that prospective students and their families are never too far from help.

Staffing and volunteers are needed to help students and families find their way around campus, help them navigate to specific showcases and the Resource Fair, and answer some general questions about campus so that they can explore what the Beach has to offer.

This opportunity is great for folks with some basic knowledge of campus as well as campus Directors and AVPs not already providing information at their own tents at the Resource Fair.

Online training for this role will be held prior to the event to make sure volunteers know what their roles entail and to make sure they have all the information needed to help our future Beach families have the best experience

We need you to help us welcome prospective students and their families at Day at the Beach!

We will have two welcome sessions at 9am and 12pm in the LBS Financial Credit Union Pyramid where students will get their first official welcome from the Beach, hear from key university leadership, and start imagining themselves as a Cal State Long Beach student!

Participant Responsibilities:

Volunteer will need to attend an online training on Tuesday, April 7 from 3 pm - 4 pm. This training will ensure volunteers know what their roles entail and to make sure they have all the information needed to help our future Beach families have the best experience! Please keep an eye out for training details leading up to the event from Jesse Ramirez. 

The CSULB LGBTQ+ Resource Center and Student Affairs appreciate all those who volunteer to assist us in celebrating the academic accomplishments of all LGBTQIA+ students at the 20th Annual CSULB Lavender Graduation Celebration.

Lavender Graduation Celebration Details

Date: Friday, April 24, 2026
Program Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Volunteer Time: 3:00 - 9:00 PM
Location: The Pointe Conference Center (1250 N Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90840)

Directions to The Pointe

The Pointe Conference Center is located at street level next to the "Yellow Entrance" of the LBS Financial Credit Union Pyramid. Use this location map for reference.

From LAX, Santa Monica, West LA

Take the 405 south and exit at Bellflower Blvd. Turn left from the off-ramp and then make an immediate right on Bellflower Blvd. Turn left at Atherton St. Turn right into campus on Merriam Way. Park in lot 13 or 14 (Daily parking permits can be purchased at the yellow kiosks).

From Orange County Take the 405 north or 22 west.

The two freeways merge and continue on the 405 north. Exit at Palo Verde. Turn left on to Palo Verde. Turn right on Atherton St. Turn left into campus on Merriam Way. Park in lot 13 or 14 (Daily parking permits can be purchased at the yellow kiosks).

From Downtown LA, East LA Take the 605 south to the 405 North.

Exit at Palo Verde. Turn left on to Palo Verde. Turn right on Atherton St. Turn left into campus on Merriam Way. Park in lot 13 or 14 (Daily parking permits can be purchased at the yellow kiosks).

Shift Information and Roles

3:00 - 4:30 PM - Set Up (decoration, food set up, and registration)

·  Example tasks: putting up decorations, setting up clothes and table settings, setting up food for distribution, setting up check-in table and check-in process, beginning to welcome guests and direct them to the check-in table.

4:30 - 6:00 PM - Registration and Food

·   Example tasks: Welcome guests, check-in graduates, handing out programs, serving food, directing folks to sit, eat, and enjoy community.

6:00 - 7:30/8:00 PM - Program and Troubleshoot

·   Example tasks: Watching program and celebrating, answering questions from guests as needed.

·   Key Roles Needed: 2 Readers for graduate names

7:30/8:00 - 9:00 PM - Clean Up

·   Example tasks: Taking down decorations, cleaning up any leftover food, etc.

Shift Options

Single Shifts - 1.5 hours

Staff/Faculty Procession Shifts - 3 hours

Full Event Shifts - 6 hours

If you'd like to work the whole of the event, please sign up for the longer shift listed.

For any questions, please contact Ash Preston, ash.preston@csulb.edu  

LBS Financial Credit Union Pyramid

 "Raíces que Inspiran, Futuros que Brillan."

Nuestra Grad is a beloved celebration honoring CSULB graduates in the spirit of Latin American culture — dedicated to familia, comunidad, y cultura. We need enthusiastic volunteers to help make this day unforgettable for our graduates and their loved ones. If you'd like to be part of something meaningful, we'd love to have you!

Feel free to sign up for one or more shifts below, we will be following up with details as we get closer to the date.

We have five volunteer shifts available:

MOST NEEDED
• Session 1 Setup & Check-In | 7am – 10am
We need all hands on deck for set-up, graduate check-in, and more

• Session 2 Setup & Check-In | 1pm – 4pm
We need all hands on deck for set-up, graduate check-in, and more

• Session 2 Breakdown | 7pm – 9pm
Help needed to clean-up and breakdown

CEREMONY ROLES (limited spots)
• Session 1 Ceremony Support | 10am – 1pm
Graduate ushers and name readers only (ushers will help manage the processional line and direct graduates on and off the stage)

• Session 2 Ceremony Support | 4pm – 7pm
Graduate ushers and name readers only (ushers will help manage the processional line and direct graduates on and off the stage)

Questions? Please contact Alondra Enriquez at  latinxgrad@csulb.edu. 

We'd love your help making this year's Commencement a day to remember.

Join us May 17–21 right here on campus to officially welcome graduates into the Beach alumni community. As a volunteer ambassador, you’ll play a direct role in supporting soon-to-be alumni, their families, faculty and guests—and experience the excitement firsthand.

Do you remember how special your own graduation felt? Now’s your chance to help create that same unforgettable moment for the next generation.

We strongly encourage you to commit to the full 8-hour shift as it truly makes the biggest impact! That said, we ask for a minimum of 4 hours if needed. If you’re unable to volunteer for the full 8-hour shift, please contact Rosalinda Oliva via email or call 562-985-8488 and share your availability.

Sunday, May 17                    6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.    (CNSM & CED)

Monday, May 18                   6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. or 1:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.    (COB I, II & COTA)

Tuesday, May 19                   6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. or 1:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.    (CHHS I, II, & III)

Wednesday, May 20             6:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. or 1:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.    (CLA I, II, & III)

Thursday, May 21                 6:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.    (COE I & II)

Registrants will receive a confirmation email after signing up, as well as a follow-up email with orientation dates. We will be hosting several orientation info sessions to go over possible roles and address all your questions the week of April 27th.

For more information or additional questions, please email Rosalinda.Oliva@csulb.edu. Thank you for your dedication to our Beach Family!

The Beach Cabana wants YOU to represent the Beach in the heart of our community! I

Imagine being part of a celebration rooted in decades of history and cultural pride. Long Beach's Cambodian Parade first took place in 2005 as a tribute to the Cambodian New Year and has since been a beloved tradition uniting the vibrant Cambodian community right here in Long Beach.

Join Beach Cabana at the Long Beach Cambodia Town Parade & Culture Festival on Saturday, April 4, 2026, and be a part of something truly special. As a volunteer, you'll have the opportunity to share exciting university programs and initiatives while helping your friends, neighbors, and fellow 49ers make lasting memories at this extraordinary cultural celebration.

And the best part? This is an all-day festival filled with live performances, local Khmer artisans, games, and delicious food so you won't just be volunteering, you'll be soaking it all in! With three shifts available, it's easy to find a time that works for you. No experience needed, volunteer training will be provided. Come connect, celebrate, and show what it means to be a 49er in the Long Beach community. 

The College of Health and Human Services is looking for volunteers for Day at the Beach to assist at our photo booth. Volunteers will help guests take pictures on their phones when needed, distribute props, and promote our Instagram and Day at the Beach giveaway. As part of the giveaway, students will be encouraged to tag us in their event photos for a chance to win prizes.

Snacks and refreshments will be provided, along with a CHHS 2026 Day at the Beach T-shirt, while supplies last.

The College of Health and Human Services is looking for volunteers to assist with Day at the Beach! We need volunteers to help in our Hospitality Room, where they will provide refreshments and monitor volunteers' belongings if needed. This room will serve as a space for volunteers to enjoy snacks, relax, and take breaks as needed.

Snacks and refreshments will be provided, along with a CHHS 2026 Day at the Beach T-shirt, while supplies last

The College of Health and Human Services is looking for volunteers to assist with Day at the Beach! Volunteers will help guide guests around campus, ensuring they find the locations they are looking for. Volunteers should have a general knowledge of the campus and its buildings and be able to walk around and provide directions for a few hours. Snacks and refreshments will be provided, along with a CHHS 2026 Day at the Beach T-shirt, while supplies last.

Beach Nexus is CSULB's official mentoring and networking platform. Join your peers to connect with students, faculty, and other alumni as you navigate your professional journey. Get a chance to share your experience and influence your connections with the incredible things you've done so far!

Beach Nexus is where we come together as a community to support each other in a meaningful way. 

Some ways you can help:

Currently, we are recruiting first-gen alumni for our Spring 2024 formal mentor program! Visit www.csulb.edu/BeachNexus to learn more. 

We invite alumni professionals from all sectors to share their journeys and industry observations that will help prepare the next 49er for a success in their field. How is your industry evolving? How should new graduates prepare? What might you have done different if you were entering your field today?

The 49er Industry Chat series allows you to share your professional story in a 45-minute online chat. Once you sign up, you will be contacted by a member of the Alumni team to discuss scheduling and to provide us with a photo, short bio, and title for your chat so that we can market your chat to current students and recent alumni.

Sharing your story allows Beach students and alumni alike to understand and explore the many career paths and options that a degree from the Beach provides!

Don't feel up to sharing your own journey, but still interested in bringing this great resource to the Beach Community? We are also recruiting for chat moderators as well! Sign up for this opportunity and indicate to the member of the Alumni team that you are interested in moderating.

CSULB Alumni Networks offer alumni engagement opportunities that connect alumni skills and expertise with activities and events that support and advance CSULB and its global community.

In consultation with the Office of Alumni Engagement and by working with the Assistant Director of Alumni and Affinity Engagement, you can establish a group/network on Beach Nexus, CSULB’s exclusive online mentoring and professional network that connects alumni, students and community.  

Networks can be established based on:

Joining an alumni network can foster lifelong connections, provide professional and personal development opportunities, enhance networking, and contribute to the university's reputation. By taking a leadership role and founding a network, you will leave a lasting legacy at the Beach that will impact the lives of 49ers for generations to come!

*Respondents will be contacted by the Assistant Director of Alumni and Affinity Engagement to discuss further.

Are you a fantastic host? Do you love getting together over dinner and/or drinks? Are you interested in building community and helping Beach alumni connect? Then Dinner with 12 is perfect for you!

Dinner with Twelve 49ers brings alumni together around the table over a shared meal and a shared Beach experience. In this unique program, Beach alumni from across the career-journey timeline come together over casual conversation discussing their experiences in a specific industry. This is an opportunity for Beach alumni to learn about one another, build their network, and share tips and tricks on everything from navigating the job market after college and to planning one's professional path.

Whatever your industry, Beach alumni across SoCal in the same industry would love to connect!

What to expect as a host: 

If you have additional questions before signing up, feel free to reach out to Genna Quinn at genna.quinn@csulb.edu or 562-985-6124.

Preferred Skills, Attributes, Competencies:

Are you a strong writer? Do you have a passion for sharing knowledge? Do you enjoy uplifting the next generation? 

The Black Scholars Program invites professionals with specialist knowledge in various areas to share their wisdom with our large network of students and Alumni through our monthly Newsletters. Authors will be required to generate original stories that are inspiring, educational and uplifting to the Black Scholars community. Details of the authors segment will be discussed between the writer and Newsletter Editor. Articles are to be submitted on a monthly basis to the Newsletter Editor.

If interested, respond to this opportunity by answering the following questions in the additional notes section: 

A member of the Black Scholars team will reach out to contact you with next steps.  

We look forward to working with you!   

The Black Scholars Program is looking for volunteers with strong organizational, fundraising and event planning skills to join the planning committee for our annual Black Alumni Scholarship Gala. Our annual gala serves as a community gathering, celebration of progress and is the primary fundraiser for future scholarship disbursements.  

Committee members should have strong relations with the Black ScholarsCommunity and be enthusiastic about giving back to the next generation. The role will include participation in committee meetings to set up the theme, agenda, budget, and goals for the gala each year. Committee members will be responsible for attending the gala and assisting with any preparations needed to run the event. Additionally, each member will engage with the community to address how the Black Scholars Program and Gala can be of better service.  

If interested, respond to this opportunity by answering the following questions in the additional notes section:

1. Are you a CSULB Alumni?

2. What is your event planning or fundraising experience?

3. Why would you like to serve on this committee and what skills will you bring to the team?

A member of the Black Scholars team will reach out to contact you with next steps. We look forward to working with you! 

Represent the Black Scholars Program and the Long Beach community by giving tours to incoming students!  

Are you looking for a way to get involved at Long Beach? Support the Black Scholars Program by volunteering with Black Excellence Tours. Each year we provide a full day experience as a Long Beach student to potentialand incoming students through campus tours offering a Q&A with current staff, students and alumni. Our Black Excellence Tours volunteers will share knowledge about Black Scholars and the opportunities we provide, be a guide leading campus tours, and facilitate conversations about the college experience with potential and incoming Long Beach students. Volunteers should be knowledgeable about Cal State Long Beach and various opportunities presented by the school as well as the Black Scholars program, personable, and excited to connect with the next wave of collegiates. Each volunteer will be required to attend training for the tours to better prepare for the position. If interested, please respond to this opportunity and a member of the Black Scholars team will reach out to contact you with next steps. We look forward to working with you! 

Help the CSULB Village increase the enrollment of students from traditionally underrepresented background

The Role:

Become a certified CSULB liaison through trainings

Collaborate with CSULB Outreach

Obtain resources to host special events, workshops, and celebrations for your church

Gain knowledge about college admissions and specific information for CSULB programs

Coordinate and provide outreach/recruitment services for your local church

Respond to this opportunity if you would like to volunteer for your church. Please include the name of your home church in the notes.