Beach History
What year did the university first open
1949
When is the first day of classes?
Monday August 24th
What resources can help if you’re struggling to afford tuition?
Financial Aid and Scholarships
Located on the first floor of Brotman Hall
Who is our mascot?
Elbee the Shark
What are Elbee's pronouns?
They/Them
Who was CSULB's mascot before Elbee?
Prospector Pete
Where can you get your Student ID
University Bookstore, 2nd floor
Which professional development resource helps with resumes, interviewing, job searching, and career counseling?
Career Development Center
Located in Brotman Hall 250
Bonus: They also have passport services!
What is CSULB’s famous chant?
When will the University Student Union (USU) reopen?
August 2028
The USU is currently undergoing a construction project known as the Future U. All student services remain available and relocated.
Visit ASI's Future U website or app on your SSO for updates
What were our original school colors?
Brown and Gold
Where should you go if you have questions regarding your class's academic requirements
Your academic advisors!
Every college and major has different requirements. You should regularly check in with your advisors to ensure you are on track for graduation!
Which wellness resource provides free checkups, immunizations, sexual health services, gender affirming care, case management, and substance use counseling, and low cost medicine?
Student Health Services. No insurance is required to utilize their services!
What is the price for student tickets at home games
ZERO DOLLARS, $0, Free.99!!!
You must reserve your spot on the Beach Athletics website
How much does it cost to visit our Japanese Garden on campus?
Free!
You must make a reservation through the Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden Website before attending
When was our new mascot, Elbee, introduced
August 2020
How long do you have to add/drop a class?
Two weeks from the start of the semester. This is also the deadline to opt-in/out of D1TA
Name 3 services the Student Recreation and Wellness Center (SRWC) Provides
Weight Training, Cardio, Indoor Track, Pool, Indoor and Outdoor Courts, Rock Climbing Wall, Massage Therapy, Intramural Sports
What is CSULB’s baseball team called?
Dirtbags
This famous statue was donated by Jennifer Yuh Nelson, CSULB Alumni and Famous Director
Po the Panda from Kung Fu Panda
He lives in the Fine Arts 4 building
Superstition/ CSULB tradition: Rub his belly to pass your exams!
Name one famous band that played at CSULB.
Sublime and No Doubt
What is the tuition payment deadline? (What are the exceptions?)
August 16 2026 unless financial aid covers your tuition
You can double check tuition payment and financial aid disbursement through the Finance section on the MyCSULB Student Center
Name two services that ASI provides.
Beach Pride Events, Beach Pantry, Student Government, Discounted tickets at amusement parks, movies, aquariums, and zoos!
How many titles has Beach Athletics won?
16 national championships!!
Most notable: Men's and Women’s Volleyball
How many acres of land is CSULB on?
322 acres of land
It is 3 times the size of Disneyland Park (100 acres)!