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High schoolers ride around campus as students sit in lectures

Dec 6, 2024 | lbccviking.com | Nick Eismann |Kiomi Valdez

Popping wheelies and swerving cars in the parking lot are how these high school students from Bellflower choose to spend their Thanksgiving break, biking around the Liberal Arts Campus while others sat in their classroom receiving instruction. The group who calls themselves “The B Town Hittas” said Long Beach sits at the top of cities where they ride due to the large amount of bike lanes and bike infrastructure in the city.
LBCC students share their summer of independent research

Dec 2, 2024 | lbccviking.com | Natalia Martucci |Kiomi Valdez

Two LBCC students got the opportunity to conduct independent chemistry and biochemistry research in a nine-week summer program by Cal State LA that aims to provide undergraduates and community college students with early research opportunities. These students were invited by LBCC science professors to speak at a Sip N Science event held recently, where attendees could ask questions about their experience and research while enjoying a meal.
Students and staff celebrate different cultures around the world with food, dance and music.

Nov 30, 2024 | lbccviking.com | Kiomi Valdez

LBCC Students and staff celebrated International culture day with food, games, and live performances of cultural art from around the world passed down through tradition at LAC on Nov. 19. The cultural performances started off with three drummers that brought the beautiful sounds of Africa to LBCC, Kosi Williams, Micheal Knight and Ashutu Johnson.
Connect with Top Healthcare employers at LBCC Career Fair

Nov 27, 2024 | lbccviking.com | Darla Perez |Kiomi Valdez

The healthcare industry is one of the fastest growing and most dynamic sectors, offering a wide range of opportunities for students passionate about making a difference in people’s lives. Long Beach City College hosted a Healthcare Career Fair that gave students a great opportunity to explore career options in the healthcare industry that took place on Nov. 20 at LAC in the quad area.
LBCC Sip’s N Paints to Celebrate Filipino American History Month

Nov 22, 2024 | lbccviking.com | Natalia Martucci |Kiomi Valdez

LBCC held their monthly Sip N Paint event where students and faculty gathered to celebrate Filipino American History Month by painting the Filipino hibiscus flower, gumamela and enjoying traditional Filipino food. Administration assistant for Transfer, Counseling, and Student Support Services Department, Bri Pinkerton was thrilled by the turnout of the event and how each person drew and interpreted the flower differently.
LBCC Halloween Carnival showcases the film Coco

Nov 20, 2024 | lbccviking.com | Destiny Garcia |Kiomi Valdez

The TTC campus hosted a Halloween carnival that included events such as a film showcase of Coco, costume contest and games set up by several campus clubs. Due to a homecoming event that was held on campus a week prior, the school was prompted to move their Halloween event to the following Friday despite it being the day after Halloween, giving families an extra day of spooky festivities.
Native American Heritage Month kicks off at TTC

Nov 16, 2024 | lbccviking.com | Kiomi Valdez

LBCC students and staff gathered to celebrate this year’s Native American Heritage Month Kickoff hosted at the Trade Technology and Community Learning (TTC) Campus on Nov. 7 to shine light on the history, and culture of Native Americans. Surrounded by beautiful colors, delicious food, and talented performers, this year’s kick off truly encapsulated a vibrant energy.
LBCC Art Gallery showcases the work of previous students

Nov 13, 2024 | lbccviking.com | Samantha Hernández Navarro |Kiomi Valdez

The opening ceremony for the newest art gallery at LAC on Nov. 1 focused on the work of various LBCC alumni, all of which have displayed individual pieces to portray who they are as an artist. Rather than giving the art gallery a specific theme, multiple LBCC alumni were invited to display their preferred piece, all of which differed in genre and style. Many attendees such as Greg Martin were intrigued at the various pieces, some of which left them with many questions.
T.E.A.M Plans for Enrichment Trip

Nov 3, 2024 | lbccviking.com | Kiomi Valdez

T.E.A.M, The Environmental Action Movement, hosted a meet and greet, filled with pizza and board games recently with the intent to boost membership. Membership offers students a space to collaborate with other environmental advocates. The club started with a brief 30 minute meeting to discuss their goals of obtaining their auxiliary grant and securing their Krispy Kreme fundraiser.
Zine fair features work of first time and experienced zinesters

Oct 28, 2024 | lbccviking.com | Destiny Garcia |Kiomi Valdez

Long Beach hosted its first annual local community zine fair presented by BiggestLittleZine on Oct. 12, featuring works about policing, celebrity worship, and more. The BiggestLittleZineFair event had a successful debut with many zine submissions and support from Long Beach independent bookstore, Page Against the Machine where the event was hosted.