THE BEACHCONNECTION

A PUBLICATION FOR MEMBERS OF THE CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, LONG BEACH ALUMNI ASSOCIATION • SPRING/SUMMER 2010

Inside: Golden Grads Review | Upcoming Events | New Alumni Brick Plaza

NANCY YOHO‘81, B.A., GeographyPresident, CSULB Alumni Association2005 Distinguished Alumna, College of Liberal Arts

Dear Alumni Association members and friends:We truly appreciate your support during these challenging times. In my role as president, it’s been a pleasure meeting many of our AlumniAssociation members and Beach students, and I’m always in awe of the talent and passion that they have for Cal State Long Beach.Through our collective energies, our alma mater will thrive to educate our next generation of leaders.

In this issue, you will have the opportunity to meet some of these supporters and the reasons they stay connected to The Beach…whetherit’s promoting the university to neighbors and colleagues, wearing emblematic clothing, volunteering in various capacities, hiring our gradu-ates, attending events and/or being donors. More than 150 alumni responded to the informal online survey in October asking for yourthoughts. Also featured in this issue is the Faculty Spotlight on emeritus art professor Archie Boston, who was named the 2004 OutstandingProfessor. Many of his former students are very successful designers and artists.

If you are not receiving our Beach Pride e-newsletters twice a month, please contact us to update your e-mail address. It’s a great way tolearn of opportunities to stay in touch with The Beach.

Thank you again.

GO BEACH!

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE INSIDE THIS ISSUESPRING/SUMMER 2010

2 Message from Board President3 New Alumni Brick Plaza Site4 Upcoming Events6 What Is Your Beach Connection?8 Faculty Spotlight9 Calendar of Events

14 Golden Grads15 Beach Fund16 Past Events18 Volunteer Spotlight19 Board of Directors

On the cover: Front row, left to right: Colleen McDuffie (‘09),Silvia Costanza (‘09), Alvaro Castillo (‘98),Evelyn Meade (‘70), Stephanie Hearrell-Luis(‘92). Back row, left to right: John Briscoe(‘79), Kathleen Hansen (‘82), MichaelBernbaum (‘92), Jean Conwell (‘66),Crystal Blaylock (‘06), Kevin Garcia (‘06).Photo by Victoria Sanchez.

Alumni AssociationWeb Quick Facts

FAcebook FAns: 1,820

Linkedin group members: 3,566

Join today at

WWW.csuLb.edu/ALumni

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION WEB SITEOur Web site is one of the best ways to connect with us. In fact, our site receives an average of more than 7,000 visits eachmonth. It offers a wealth of information on our programs and upcoming events but also allows you to do much more:

4 Update your contact and other information.4 Become a fan of our page on Facebook.4 Request membership in our LinkedIn group.4 Purchase tickets for any of our upcoming events or view photos from our

past events.4 Purchase or find your alumni brick in the brick plaza.4 Become a volunteer.4 See our upcoming regional alumni programs.4 Use our Find a 49er program to send a message to a former classmate

or professor.Visit www.csulb.edu/alumni to stay connected. Have a suggestion for the Web site? Send us an email at alumni@csulb.edu.

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YOUR ASSOCIATION AT WORK: NEW ALUMNI BRICK PLAZA!

The Alumni Brick Plaza provides you with an opportunity to leaveyour imprint at The Beach in a unique and charitable way. Theoriginal brick plaza proudly displays the legacies of over 3,000CSULB graduates. Your $150 donation will not only get yourname, major and year of graduation etched on a premium-qualityred brick, but it will also support the CSULB Alumni Association’sprograms such as alumni grants, alumni publications and manyother services.

The plaza is open to CSULB graduates only and makes a great gift!

Instructions:Text is limited to name, major and class year (19 spaces per line)and may be edited to meet space requirements. A confirmationletter will be sent to you prior to engraving. The engraved bricksare tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

To purchase your brick today, please fill out the form on this pageand return using the enclosed envelope. You may also contact theCSULB Alumni Association at 562-985-5252 or call toll-free at888-883-0007. To purchase your brick online, visit us atwww.csulb.edu/alumni.

Alumni Association members receive a special price of $125 until

June 30, 2010!

NEW BRIck PlAzA oRdER FoRm

YOUR BRICK’S INFORMATION:

First and Last Name

Grad Year

Major

PURCHASER’S INFORMATION:

Purchaser’s Name

Purchaser’s Address

City State ZIP

Preferred E-mail

Check enclosedPlease Charge My: MasterCard Visa AmEx

Card Number Expiration Date

Signature Date

This brick is a gift.

Every graduate leaves

an imprint. Why not leave

a legacy?The CSULB Alumni Association ispleased to announce the additionof a second Alumni Brick Plazadue to the program’s overwhelmingpopularity. The new site is nestledaround the infamous ProspectorPete statue and is now available toCSULB alumni.

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UPCOMING ALUMNI ASSOCIATION EVENTS

WASHINGTON, D.C.

CSU CAPITOL HILL DAY

WASHINGTON, D.C.WEDNESDAY, MARCH 35:30-7:30 P.M.FREE

Join CSU alumni who live in the Washington, D.C. area at a reception on Capitol Hill to recognize the California congressional delegation and meet the leaders of theCalifornia State University system. To RSVP, please contact Jackie Wetteland at 562-985-2230 or jwettela@csulb.edu.

ORANGE COUNTY

HAIRSPRAY BRUNCH AND PERFORMANCE

COSTA MESA, CALIF.SUNDAY, APRIL 1111 A.M. BRUNCH AT WYNDHAM RESORT, ORANGE COUNTY

1 P.M. CURTAIN, ORANGE COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

$110 ALUMNI ASSOCIATION MEMBERS

$120 NON-MEMBERS

Join the fellow CSULB alumni and friends for brunch at the Wyndham Resort, OrangeCounty, and a matinee performance of Hairspray, Broadway’s musical-comedy phenome-non and 2003 Tony Award-winning Best Musical. For more information or to reservetickets, contact Leticia Lozoya at 562-985-2539 or llozoya@csulb.edu. Parking isincluded in the price.

YOUNG ALUMNI: 30-MINUTE

BEACH CLEANUP

GRANADA AVENUE, BELMONT

SHORE

SATURDAY, APRIL 17FREE

In just 30 minutes, you can make a difference!The CSULB Alumni Association and theCommunity Action Team of Long Beach inviteyou and your friends to help tidy up your univer-sity’s local beach in Belmont Shore! Free park-

ing (when you enter the lot at 1 Granada Ave. after 9:30 a.m.). Free bags and glovesprovided. Refreshments provided. WIN DOOR PRIZES!!! Be sure to sign in by 10 a.m.and get a raffle ticket to win some great door prizes. The drawing will be held atapproximately 10:35 a.m., after the half-hour cleaning. RSVP by April 16 and secureyour spot by contacting Sasha Machado at 562-985-5880 or smachado@csulb.edu.Visit www.csulb.edu/alumni for more information. Sponsored by your CSULB AlumniAssociation and the Community Action Team of Long Beach.

2010 ALUMNI AWARDS BANQUET

HYATT REGENCY, LONG BEACHTHURSDAY, MAY 135:30-9 P.M.$150 PER PERSON

Our annual gala honoring the 2010 Distinguished Alumni, Outstanding Graduates,Professors, Staff and President's Distinguished Service Award recipients. A no-host cock-tail reception begins at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner and the awards ceremony at 6:30 p.m.

For tickets and for more information on all events, please visit www.csulb.edu/alumni.

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UPCOMING ALUMNI ASSOCIATION EVENTS

YOUNG ALUMNI MIXER

300 ANAHEIM

ANAHEIM, CALIF.THURSDAY, JUNE 176-9 P.M.

Exclusively for the classes of 2000-10. The CSULB Alumni Association invites you andyour friends to attend a social business mixer for the newest Beach alumni. Networkwith other 49ers, connect with Beach friends and exchange business cards at 300Anaheim! What is 300 Anaheim? It’s bowling–with a twist. Mix and mingle in thevenue’s private lounge space featuring: state-of-the-art lanes, billiard tables, floor-to-ceil-ing music video screens, full service bars, and much more! Admission includes compli-mentary appetizers, unlimited bowling, bowling ball, shoes and parking. Make sure tobring your business card for our big raffle! Space is limited, so RSVP as soon as possi-ble, as we will not be admitting “walk-ups.” Contact Sasha Machado at 562-985-5880or smachado@csulb.edu.

PAGEANT OF THE MASTERS: “EAT, DRINK AND BE MERRY”LAGUNA BEACHSUNDAY, JULY 115-6:30 P.M. DINNER AT TIVOLI TERRACE6:30-7 P.M. PRIVATE INSIGHT PRESENTATION INTO PAGEANT

OPERATIONS

8:30 P.M. SHOW, LOGE SEATING WITH COMMEMORATIVE

PROGRAM

DINNER AND SHOW PRICES:$125 ALUMNI ASSOCIATION MEMBERS

$140 NON-MEMBERS

DINNER, SHOW AND BUS PRICES:$145 ALUMNI ASSOCIATION MEMBERS

$160 NON-MEMBERS

A Southern California tradition for over 70 years, the Pageant of the Masters will holdthe 2010 exhibition, “Eat, Drink and Be Merry,” on the seaside hills of Laguna Beach.With incredible recreations, real people pose to become part of the original pieces. Thismystifying event celebrates what it takes to be an artist, the personal sacrifice and theart itself. With the Alumni Association, you will have a special opportunity to go behindthe scenes and wander through the elaborate grounds of the Festival of the Arts. Precedingthe show, enjoy dinner at the Tivoli Terrace. Tickets go on sale Feb. 16. For more infor-mation, contact Janet Gonzales at 562-985-7022 or by e-mail at jgonza49@csulb.edu.

The CSULB ALUmni ASSoCiATion preSenTS iTS

34Th SeASon of ConCerTS in The Grove

JULy 17 � eLm STreeT BAnd

A return favorite, this Long Beach group boasts alumni of Cal State Long Beach, Long Beach City College, Millikan High and Stanford Junior High. These four venerable

rockers have jammed together in various combinations for almost 40 years. The Long Beach Press Telegram calls them “the soundtrack for the City of Long Beach.” The highly acclaimed “oldies” band performs vintage Top 40 and popular tunes from

the ’40s through the ’70s like “Mustang Sally” and “Some Kind of Wonderful.” If you like Elvis, The Beatles and the Eagles, you will love the Elm Street Band.

JULy 24 � Tommy TASSi And The AUThenTiCS

Back by popular demand and rated one of the best bands by concert audiences!Tommy Tassi and the Authentics is a highly renowned oldies band that has been

entertaining and pleasing audiences of all ages since 1978 with their riveting spiritand energy. They can perform many requests due to their myriad repertoire of thepopular hits from the 1950s, ‘60s and ‘70s. Lead vocalist Tommy Tassi, who has

an uncanny ability to sound like many of the legendary artists, has guided the band to their popularity and success.

AUGUST 7 � STone SoUL

Making their Concerts in the Grove debut, Stone Soul brings you the finest classic soul and Motown, presented with the passion, artistry and skill that the original performers brought to the stage. No style of music enjoys wider appeal.Timeless hit songs by legendary artists such as Stevie Wonder, the Four Tops,

The Temptations, James Brown and many more are sure to please people of all ages.

AUGUST 21 � The emperorS

Also making their Concerts in the Grove debut, The Emperors are a clear Long Beach favorite. The Emperors have performed in opening acts for Peter and

Gordon, the Rolling Stones, The Righteous Brothers and later, Steely Dan. Known for tight ensemble playing, strong vocals and an exciting stage show,

The Emperors have put their mark on many high-energy covers. The Emperors havescored big with fans with songs like The Who’s “Tommy,” Queen’s “Bohemian

Rhapsody” and the Beach Boys’ “Good Vibrations,” among others.

For more information, visit our website at www.csulb.edu/alumni/events or contactJanet Gonzales at 562-985-7022 or e-mail at jgonza49@csulb.edu.

For tickets and for more information on all events, please visit www.csulb.edu/alumni.

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Kevin Garcia’06, B.A., FCS Child Development Family StudiesLos Angeles, Calif.

Community Advocate and Speaker

Since graduating, I am proud to talk up“The Beach” whenever I can. I love towear my CSULB “hoodie.” Recently, I havegone back to one of my former professor'sclasses to speak with her students. Thiswas one of my favorite classes, and it hasbeen an honor to return to it. Finally, inmy job as a high school counselor, I pro-mote CSULB to my students. I encouragedone of my graduating seniors from last

year to join the Learning Alliance at CSULB, and so far, he seems tolike it. I can't wait to see more of my students attending CSULB inthe future.

Evelyn Meade’70, B.A., Speech CommunicationLong Beach, Calif.

Donor

I worked for the Long Beach Unified SchoolDistrict for 37 years. My husband and I areboth graduates of CSULB. We have stayedconnected over the years by sending our chil-dren to the music conservatory and con-tributing to the CSULB Foundation.Kaleidoscope has always been a favorite of ours, also. Sometimes, it'sjust nice walking the track and enjoying the flora and fauna. It's abeautiful campus.

Taylor Dudley’05, B.A., Political ScienceMission Viejo, Calif.

Volunteer, Donor, Event Attendee, Alumni Association Member andGreek Life

As a college student, my connection andlove for the university stemmed from mymembership in Delta Delta Delta (TriDelta). Through Tri Delta, I made numer-ous professional contacts and meaningfulfriendships, and I enjoyed opportunitiesfor personal growth, leadership and phil-anthropic giving. Today, as an alumna, myconnection to the university remainsthrough Tri Delta. Since graduation, I have

represented CSULB as a consultant for Tri Delta and facilitated con-ventions and leadership seminars for collegians and adult volunteersthroughout North America. No matter where I go, I'm always proud totell people I'm a Tri Delta from CSULB.

Tony J. Gill’91, B.A., Criminal JusticeSecurity AdministrationMen's Golf Team, ‘86-‘91 Sleepy Hollow, N.Y.

Alumni AssociationMember

Since graduating fromCSULB in 1991, I havemostly lived away fromLong Beach, including now,as I live in New York.However, I sport the Long Beach State name and logo whenever I canon my sweatshirts, T-shirts and beanies! All my family still live in LongBeach, and one of my favorite things to do when I come home to visitis go to the bookstore to purchase a new piece of Beach wear! GoBeach!

Raynard Mayo ’96, B.A., Secondary EducationOverseas Military, Armed Forces Pacific

Community Advocate and Alumni Association Member

Although I am stationed overseas in thePacific, where I serve as a teacher withthe Department of Defense EducationActivity (DODEA), I always promoteCSULB to my students. Our DODEA schoolcommunity serves all military familiesstationed overseas in the Pacific, Asia andEurope. Many of our kids have been over-seas for some time and have no access tovisiting universities on the U.S. mainland.

So I enjoy sharing my CSULB experience with my students. Everyyear, we provide a college fair on campus. In order to prepare for theevent, CSULB has been able to provide materials for applying to CSULong Beach. In addition, I am always promoting Long Beach State’sInternational Program (IP) Study Abroad. As a former study abroadparticipant, I have had lifelong experiences and friendships fromstudying and living abroad through IP CSULB. Go Beach!

Tim Schugt’93, M.A., Elementary EducationLong Beach, Calif.

School Community Liaison

For the last several years, I havemaintained my Beach connectionthrough my employer. I work withthe university to place studentteachers, work study, and servestudents. It's always nice to havethat CSULB connection.

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Alex J. Arjonilla’79, B.S., MarketingLos Alamitos, Calif.

Alumni Association Member

I’ve stayed connected by being an AlumniAssociation member and purchasing analumni brick in the Quad Area. I attendathletic and theatrical events and pur-chase CSULB shirts from the campusstore in order to reflect my campus pride,and give priority on hiring CSULB graduates. I’ve also recommendedCSULB to family and friends with courtesy campus tours.

Robert Boggs’93, B.A., EconomicsFullerton, Calif.

Volunteer, Community Advocate, 49er Athletics Supporter, AlumniAssociation Member and Library User

I’m an avid volleyball fan and supporter.After graduating from CSULB in 1993, Iwent to graduate school in Boston,Mass., earning an M.S. in economic pol-icy and planning, then moved back toCalifornia where I began my career inhigher education. I earned my Ed.D.from the University of La Verne, butwhen anyone asks me where I graduat-ed from, I am always proud to say thatI'm a 49er and CSULB is my alma mater.

Michele Wilkins Sanchez’91, B.A., PsychologyLa Verne, Calif.

Donor, Alumni Association Member

Over 20 years since graduating, I still wearmy alumni T-shirt and my car still wears itsalumni plate. Even more importantly, Ihave 14-year-old twins that had a wonder-ful visit to CSULB with me. I wanted toshare my days in college with them–

browsing the vast collection at the university library, shopping at thebookstore and the social interactions at the student union. They werevery excited after our visit. It thrilled me even more to see a classpaper my son wrote with the quote, “I'm going to Cal State LongBeach like my mom.”

Crystal Blaylock’06, B.A., Political ScienceLong Beach, Calif.

Volunteer, Community Advocate, Staff, Alumni Association Memberand Chapter Alumni Advisor for Greek Organization

As a young alum, I have been thrilled to beable to continue my passion for CSULB. Ilove meeting prospective students in mycommunity and being able to share withthem the joy I had as an active member ofstudent life. I feel strongly that going toclass is just part of one's collegiate experi-ence, something I try to instill in all stu-dents I meet and work with. As a currentCSULB staff member, I love the energy Ifeel when I walk around campus. It hasbrought full circle my experience here.

Matt Brown’00, B.S., MarketingOrange, Calif.

Donor

I come to campus a fewtimes a year to see thechanges that have beenmade. I follow all of thesports teams very close-ly on longbeachstate.com.I was happy to be ableto hire a new graduateof the university in 2007.Hopefully, she is thefirst of many. I have

small children, but as they get older, I will certainly bring them to thecampus and to see some athletic events.

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Alumni connections are critical to the success of all great universities. There are manyways alumni stay connected to CSULB: volunteering for events and programs, speakingin the classroom, donating, attending athletic events, promoting The Beach to future

students, hiring other CSULB grads, and countless other ways. We recently sent out aninquiry asking Beach alumni what their Beach Connection is. These are just some of thehighlights of what they had to say. Take a look on our Web site at www.csulb.edu/alumni

for expanded alumni highlights and quotes.

Beach Connection?

Jeff Birkenstein’96, M.A., English LiteratureLacey, Wash.

Alumni Association Member

After getting an M.A. in English at CSULB, I went on to get a Ph.D.I now teach at Saint Martin’sUniversity in Lacey, Wash. Lastyear, I was in Cork, Ireland, forthe International Conference onthe Short Story in English.Charles E. May, world famousshort story critic and my formerCSULB English professor, wasalso there. Halfway around the

globe, I was in some small way connected to The Beach. I amgrateful to still be in touch with my mentor and friend afterall these years.

Alvaro Castillo’98, B.S., Business AdministrationLong Beach, Calif.

Volunteer, Donor, Community Advocate, Event Attendee, 49erAthletics Supporter, Alumni Association Member, 49er ShopsBoard Member and Housing Board president for the DeltaChi Fraternity

Cal StateUniversity,Long Beachwas more thana place where Ireceived one ofthe finest edu-cations, it wasalso the placewhere I grewup, made life-long friends,

met my wife and maximized my leadership abilities. Theexperiences that I had at CSULB were so wonderful and havehelped to advance me so far in both my personal life and mycareer that I want to make sure that I can help to ensurethat others reap the same benefits. For that reason, my wifeand I have stayed heavily involved with CSULB and the sur-rounding community. I currently sit on the 49er Shops boardof directors, I have held numerous positions in the AlumniAssociation for the Delta Chi Fraternity, but currently, I amthe Housing Board president. My wife and I enjoy attendingthe performances at the Carpenter Center. We take our littleboy to as many sporting events as we can and have nevermissed a Homecoming game and event since our graduation.We participate in numerous events sponsored by the AlumniAssociation and donate financially and through our smallbusiness, Edible Arrangements, in Los Alamitos. We truly enjoystaying connected and plan to do so for many years to come.

See more responses online at www.csulb.edu/alumni.

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Q. You were honored as a faculty member who has had a positive impact on CSULB graduates from the CSULB Alumni Association. As a professor, what does this mean to you?

This honor means that my philosophy of design has made an impression on my current and for-mer students. I tried to give my students realistic graphic design experiences that are required ofthem in our design community. I constantly receive feedback from former students as to whatwe should do to improve the quality of our students’ work. Good students’ work translates intogood jobs in good design firms.

Q. Can you tell us about your experience at CSULB?

My experience at this university has been very rewarding. I love teaching eager graphic designstudents everything I know about my profession. I discuss the compassion, excitement andreward of doing quality work. I have also mentored junior faculty members and participated as agood university citizen by serving on committees at all levels during my 33 years of teaching. Ihave tried to be innovative in our curriculum, to stay abreast of change in the design profession.

Q. What kind of advice can you give current students or recent alumni as they embark on the next phase of their life?

Be prepared for change, because change is the only constant. Hang out with smart people. Theywill make you smarter. Question the status quo and try to find new ways to solve old problems.Be a leader, not a follower. Believe in yourself and don't ignore your gut feelings. Set short- andlong-term goals throughout your lifetime.

Q. What was your motivation for becoming a professor?

I wanted to influence future generations of graphic designers to understand the value of doingquality design that solves clients’ problems. Their work should also be environmentally friendly,sustainable, and hopefully satisfy their creativity.

ARCHIE BOSTON/Professor Emeritus, ArtArchie Boston is a nationally known art director, designer, writer, educator and pub-lisher. He was chair of the Visual Communication Design Program at California StateUniversity, Long Beach. He has also operated his own design-consulting firm, ArchieBoston Graphic Design, for the past 32 years and has served two terms as presidentof the Art Directors Club of Los Angeles.

Since 1964, Boston has been a consistent award winner in distinguished showsacross the country. He is considered one of the nation’s leading design instructorsand a highly respected graphic designer. Boston was featured in Graphic Design:USA as one of 35 design pioneers in 2003.

In 2001, Boston published Fly in the Buttermilk: Memoirs of an African Americanin Advertising Design & Design Education. Boston was named the 2003-04Outstanding Professor of the Year at CSULB.

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FACULTY SPOTLIGHT AQ&

OLLI at CSULBOsher Lifelong Learning InstituteHS&D Room 100-101Sat., Apr. 10 & June 26$40/yr. membership$10 classes

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute is a center in the College of Health and HumanServices. The university for adults over 50 years young offers non-credit classes in eight-week sessions taught by faculty, alumni, members and community experts in areas such asthe arts, social and biological sciences, health and wellness and computer skills. We alsohave exciting historic walking tours of Long Beach. Additionally, classes are offered atLeisure World and Park Pacific Towers in the heart of downtown Long Beach. Phone 562-985-8237 and visit our Web site at www.csulb.edu/centers/olli.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

ThE BEAch connEcTion’S hEArT conSiSTS oF ThE cAlEnDAr, which ShowcASESEvEnTS FroM All ovEr cAMpUS.

Alumni Association Events - visit www.csulb.edu/alumni or call 562-985-5252.Career Development Center - visit www.careers.csulb.edu or call 562-985-4151.Carpenter Performing Arts Center - visit www.carpenterarts.org or call 562-985-7000.Cole Conservatory of Music - visit www.csulb.edu/coleconservatory or call 562-985-5408.Club Sports and Recreation - visit www.csulb.edu/clubsports or call 562-985-7351.College of the Arts Events - visit www.csulb.edu/~cota or call 562-985-7000.Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden - visit www.csulb.edu/~jgarden or call 562-985-8885.49er Athletic Events - CSULB Alumni Association members receive $2 off the lowest-priced ticket by presenting their membership card at the box office on game day. No other discounts or promotions apply. Visit www.longbeachstate.com or call 562-985-4949.University Art Museum - visit www.csulb.edu/uam or call 562-985-5761. University Bookstore/Beach Store on 2nd Street - visit www.shopthebeach.com or calltoll-free at 562-985-5093.

Please call the respective contacts prior to attending an event listed in this publication.Dates, locations and times are subject to change. We thank you for experiencing thevaried offerings at The Beach.

FEBRUARYARTS

LES BALLETS TROCKADERO DE MONTE CARLOCarpenter CenterSat., Feb. 20-Sun., Feb. 214 p.m.$45Consistently sold out at the Carpenter Center, the all-male dance company returns to kick up its heelsand poke more fun at the world of classical ballet. These impossibly graceful ballerinas combine highlyskilled displays en Pointe with some of the funniest sights you’ll see on a ballet stage!

FEBRUARYJAPANESE GARDENWINTER LECTUREKIMONO IN COLOR: A SPECTRUM OF SEASONSDaniel Recital Hall, CSULBFri., Feb. 267 p.m.; 7:30 p.m. lecture begins Free for Friends of the Japanese Garden mem-bers and their guests onlyRSVP requiredEnjoy a lecture and kimono display that explores theuse of color in ancient and modern Japanese culture.EBM Japanese Garden Assistant Director forEducation Alison Redfoot-DiLiddo will draw uponexamples of color use in kimono, the imagery of thefour seasons based on the Garden’s kimono collec-tion and the garden itself, as well as her researchinto this fascinating topic. Light refreshments will beserved. Make your reservations early for this popularprogram. Become a Friend of the EBM JapaneseGarden and enjoy all of our educational programs.

FEBRUARYATHLETICSDIRTBAGS BASEBALL OPENING DAYLONG BEACH STATE DIRTBAGS VS. PEPPERDINE WAVESBlair FieldFri., Feb. 196:30 p.m.$7 general admission$5 Alumni Association membersSupport your Long Beach State Dirtbags baseballteam as they open up their 2010 season. For a full schedule and to purchase tickets, visitwww.longbeachstate.com or call The Walter Pyramidbox office at 562-985-4949.

LONG BEACH STATE MEN’S VOLLEYBALLVS. UC IRVINE ANTEATERSThe Walter PyramidWed., Feb. 247 p.m.$8/$5 Alumni Association membersCheer on your Long Beach State men’s volleyball team as they take on defendingNational Champions, the UCI Anteaters, aspart of the Black & Blue Rivalry Series. Fora full schedule and to purchase tickets, pleasevisit www.longbeachstate.com or call TheWalter Pyramid box office at 562-985-4949.

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FEBRUARYGENERALFELLOWS COLLOQUIUM DEAN'S BREAKFAST BRIEFINGCollege of Natural Sciences and MathematicsPyramid AnnexWed., Feb. 177:30-9 a.m.Free for Fellows members$25 for non-members“Fishing for Answers: How managing sex change in California Sheephead ensures this heart-healthy fishcan remain on our plates, as well as in our oceans.” Fish are an increasingly important heart-healthyfood source, and in California, commercial and recreational fishing are economic engines generating bil-lions of dollars each year. While U.S. fisheries have been under government management for over 200years, fish populations are still declining, some more rapidly than others. Why? In the case of theCalifornia Sheephead, a popular food and sport fish, scientists Kelly Young and Chris Lowe have discov-ered the answer: fishing induced sex and size changes. Using a combination of standard fisheries tech-niques and new reproductive biology methods, the duo’s research is helping fisheries managers developmore effective protection for Sheephead as well as methods that can be used for other species impact-ed by the pressures of heavy fishing. For more information, please contact Nicole Algarin-Chavarria at562-985-7446 or visit online at www.cnsm.csulb.edu/fellows/events.cfm.

SYNERGY @ WORK: ENGINEERING, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGYJOB FAIRCareer Development CenterCSULB University Student UnionThurs., Feb. 18Noon-4 p.m.Free

A job fair provides an opportunity for students and alumni to meet in one setting with a large numberof employers who are specifically seeking CSULB students and graduates for the purpose of employ-ment. Synergy @ Work will feature organizations hiring for full-time, part-time and internship positionsin the fields of engineering, science and technology. Also, attend the Green Vendor Fair to meet withorganizations sharing information about “Green” careers, “Green” products and eco-friendly servicesavailable in Long Beach and the surrounding area.

ALUMNI WORKSHOP: BRAND U - BUILDING YOUR CAREER BRANDCareer Development CenterCDC - Brotman Hall 250Wed., Feb. 243-4 p.m.FreeAs a new or past alum, how can you prepare today for ways to market yourself tomorrow? By creatingan effective career brand, you will inform others of what they can expect from working with you andthe value you bring to the working relationship. This interactive workshop will focus on practical consid-erations on how best to present your skills and experience, where to find new opportunities, how toleverage past experiences, showcase resumé highlights, choose the right mentor, gain tips on network-ing and much more. Learn how to make the best strategic career decisions today to help you achieveyour long-term career goals.

MARCHARTSLED ZEPPELIN LIVE! STARRING HEARTBREAKERCarpenter Performing Arts CenterSat., Mar. 68 p.m.$25Rock out with this group of seasoned musicians thathave not only perfected the sound, but the image,look and persona that will leave even the mostdiehard Zeppelin fans awestruck!

SCRAP ARTS MUSICCarpenter Performing Arts CenterSat., Mar. 208 p.m.$30Five athletic musicians play over 140 invented instruments in this wildly theatrical, adrenaline-lacedpower percussion performance rooted in street performance, jazz and world music traditions.

BATTLEFIELD BANDCarpenter Performing Arts CenterSat., Mar. 278 p.m.$35See the band the Washington Post de-scribes as “contagious Celtic funk.” Namedafter the Battlefield section of Glasgow, thegroup is credited with leading the revival ofScottish traditional music, blending newsongs and old and featuring modern instru-ments with blazing bagpipes and fiddles.

MARCHATHLETICSLONG BEACH STATE MEN’S BASKETBALL VS. UC RIVERSIDEThe Walter PyramidFri., Mar. 57:30 p.m.$10/$8 Alumni Association membersSupport your Long Beach State men’s basketball team forWhite-Out Night in The Walter Pyramid, complete with a T-shirt giveaway for the first 4,000 fans in attendance. Thisgame is televised, so if you are unable to attend, tune in toFSN West.

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2010 BIG WEST CONFERENCE BASKETBALL TOURNAMENTLong Beach State Athletics

Anaheim Convention CenterWed., Mar. 10-Sat., Mar. 13Tickets start at only $10Join hundreds of Long Beach State fans and students at the Anaheim ConventionCenter to support your 49er men's and women's basketball teams in the Big WestConference Tournament. The winners receive an automatic berth into the NCAA tour-nament and will represent the Big WestConference in the Big Dance.

LONG BEACH STATE SOFTBALL –LONG BEACH STATE INVITATIONALMayfair Park, Lakewood, Calif.

Fri., Mar. 12-Sun., Mar. 14$12 general admission$6 Alumni Association membersThe Long Beach State women’s softball program hostsPurdue, Notre Dame, San Diego, Buffalo and Idaho Statein their annual invitational tournament at Mayfair Park.

MARCHGENERALMEET THE INDUSTRIES EXPO (MIE) 2010Associated Business Students Organization Council The Grand Event Center, Long BeachFri., Mar. 5$300 for two company representativesABSOC will present its 38th annual Meet the Industries Expo (MIE). This interactive event allows com-pany representatives to promote career positions, summer internships and corporate visibility to under-graduate business majors. The program for recruiters includes a networking luncheon at noon, followedby a career expo from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Please contact Jeane Relleve Caveness at 562-985-5908 orvisit online at csulb-csm.symplicity.com/events/mie10.

RALSAA GRAND REUNIONDepartment of Recreation and Leisure StudiesWyndham Resort, Palm Springs, Calif.Thurs., Mar. 11 5-8 p.m.FreeThe Annual Recreation and Leisure Studies Alumni Association (RALSAA) Grand Reunion is held in con-junction with the CPRS conference. Come for all or part of the event, which, this year, will be hosted byboth the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies and the CPRS District 10 board.

SPRING INTO SUCCESS: SPRING JOB FAIRCareer Development CenterCSULB University Student UnionThurs., Mar. 11Noon-4 p.m.FreeThe spring job fair provides an opportunity for students and alumni to meet in one setting with a largenumber of employers who are specifically seeking CSULB students and graduates for the purpose ofemployment. Companies may have entry-level (or higher) career openings, part-time positions, and/orpaid and volunteer internships. This event is open to students and alumni from all fields of study.

ALUMNI WORKSHOP: BRAND U - BUILDING YOUR CAREER BRANDCareer Development CenterCDC - Brotman Hall 250Tues., Mar. 23 3:30-4:30 p.m.FreeAs a new or past alum, how can you prepare today for ways to market yourself tomorrow? By creatingan effective career brand, you will inform others of what they can expect from working with you andthe value you bring to the working relationship. This interactive workshop will focus on practical consid-erations on how best to present your skills and experience, where to find new opportunities, how toleverage past experiences, showcase resumé highlights, choose the right mentor, gain tips on network-ing and much more. Learn how to make the best strategic career decisions today to help you achieveyour long-term career goals.

APRILARTSSOWETO GOSPEL CHOIRCarpenter Performing Arts CenterThurs., Apr. 18 p.m.$45Don’t miss the season’s most uplifting event,as Soweto Gospel Choir’s 25 members per-form a program of tribal, traditional and pop-ular African gospel–plus modern Westernspirituals and international pop.

APRILJAPANESE GARDENORCHID SALE AND “ASK THE EXPERTS” TABLEEarl Burns Miller Japanese GardenSun., TBA12-3 p.m.FreeHaving trouble growing your own orchids? Come to our orchid sale in the EBM Japanese Garden court-yard and ask the experts from the Gardena Cymbidium Club all of your orchid questions. Once youknow the answers, you’ll have the confidence to purchase new plants from the club at really wonderfulprices. Open to the public.

APRILATHLETICSLONG BEACH STATE MEN’S VOLLEYBALL VS. BYUThurs., Apr. 1 & Fri., Apr. 2The Walter Pyramid7 p.m. $8/$5 Alumni Association membersDon’t miss this chance to root for your Long Beach State men’s volleyball team as they take on power-house BYU for two nights in The Walter Pyramid.

LONG BEACH STATE TRACK & FIELD –BEACH INVITATIONALCerritos College, Falcon StadiumSat., Apr. 17All day$8 general admission$5 Alumni Association membersThe Long Beach State men’s and women’strack and field teams host their annual invita-tional meet with over 1,400 athletes fromaround the country expected to participate.

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ALUMNI WORKSHOP: JUMPSTART YOUR CAREER WITH NETWORKINGCareer Development CenterCDC - Brotman Hall 250Tues., Apr. 203:30-4:30 p.m.FreeNetworking is key to building relationships and can be useful for developing job contacts and informa-tional interviews. This workshop, specifically geared to the needs of alumni, will introduce the conceptof networking (what it is; why it is useful), as well as engage participants in practice activities to getstarted.

MAYARTSCHRISTINE EBERSOLECarpenter Performing Arts CenterMon., May 3-Tues., May 47 p.m.$55Television, film and Broadway star Christine Ebersole brings apotent combination of sophistication and talent to the stage. From42nd Street to Grey Gardens, critics rave over this two-time TonyAward winner. Her show is sure to be standing room only and theseries’ hottest ticket!

HOT CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCOCarpenter Performing ArtsCenterWed., May 19-Thurs., May 207 p.m.$45-$68The delicate, swinging rhythmsplayed at breakneck speed bythis French gypsy-jazz band arejoined by the equally compellingvoice of Isabelle Fontaine.

TREY MCINTYRE PROJECTCarpenter Performing ArtsCenterSat., May 228 p.m.$40One of the most sought afterchoreographers, Trey McIntyreconjures up emotionally chargeddances that defy categorization,set to musical scores rangingfrom Beethoven to The Beatles.The New York Times hailsMcIntyre as “one of America’smost surprising talents!”

BIG WEST WOMEN’S WATER POLOCHAMPIONSHIPSHosted by Long Beach StateCSULB Campus PoolFri., Apr. 23-Sun., Apr. 25$10 general admissionAll six women’s water polo teams in the BigWest Conference will converge over one week-end at the CSULB campus pool.

APRILGENERALDEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY AND BIOCHEMISTRY ALUMNI REUNION BANQUETSat., Apr. 17The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is holding its first Alumni ReunionBanquet. Come and join your old classmates and professors and learn the latest newsabout our department. Go to www.chemistry.csulb.edu/alumni-banquet.html to see a listof those who say they may attend the banquet, and sign up to let us know you areinterested and that you want to receive further details about the location and ticketprices. Contact Jeffrey A. Cohlberg at 562-985-4944 or visit theWeb page at chemistry.csulb.edu/alumni-banquet.html.

HFHM CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENTHospitality Foodservice and Hotel Management ProgramSeaCliff Country Club - Huntington Beach, Calif.Mon., Apr. 1210 a.m.$190 golf and banquetA charity golf tournament benefiting the Hospitality Foodservice and Hotel Management Bachelor ofScience Degree Program at CSULB. For further information regarding this event, sponsorship opportuni-ties, and to learn about the program, contact Dr. Lee Blecher, program director, at 562-985-4493 orvisit online at www.csulb.edu/~hfhm.

ALUMNI WORKSHOP: BUILDING YOUR CAREER PORTFOLIOCareer Development CenterCDC - Brotman Hall 250Tues., Apr. 133-4 p.m.FreeLearn how to make an outstanding impression in your interviews by bringing a career portfolio withhighlights of your accomplishments and work experiences. Whether you provide a hard copy or presentyour work online, your interviewers will be impressed with this special touch.

FELLOWS COLLOQUIUM DEAN'S BREAKFAST BRIEFINGCollege of Natural Sciences and MathematicsPyramid AnnexWed., Apr. 147:30-9 a.m.Free for Fellows members$25 for non-members“Sex, Drugs and Radical Chemistry: Radical solutions to removing drugs and personal care contaminantsfrom treated wastewater.” Every day in Los Angeles and Orange County, wastewater treatment plantsrelease roughly 1.3 billion gallons of treated wastewater into the environment, along with pharmaceuti-cals, personal care products and other contaminants they were never designed to remove. These chemi-cals end up in our oceans and groundwater with deleterious effects to wildlife and humans alike. Whatare these effects and how do we prevent them? Join us as Professor Kevin Kelley discusses his researchon the feminization of male fish and other effects of environmental chemical contaminants, whileProfessor Stephen Mezyk provides large-scale solutions to contaminant removal through radical chem-istry developed in his laboratory. Kelley is an endocrinologist whose research is aimed at defining theimpact of pollutants and other human-derived influences on wildlife through the use of "environmentalendocrine disruption" and "ecoproteomics" as measures of phenotype. For more information, contactNicole Algarin-Chavarria at 562-985-7446 or visit online at www.cnsm.csulb.edu/fellows/events.cfm.

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MAYJAPANESE GARDENNEW MEMBER TEA & TOUREarl Burns Miller Japanese GardenSun., May 21-3 p.m.Cost of membershipPre-registration requiredBecome a member of the EBM Japanese Gardenand join us for a lovely afternoon that includes a docent led tourof the garden followed by Japanese tea and assorted desserts servedin our Friends Garden. Learn about the history and significance of the Garden,meet new people and make connections at the most beautiful spot in town!If interested, please contact the membership office at 562-985-5930.

MAYATHLETICSDIRTBAGS BASEBALL BREAST CANCER AWARENESS WEEKENDLONG BEACH STATE DIRTBAGS VS. STANFORD CARDINALSBlair FieldFri., May 7, 6:30 p.m.Sat., May 8, 5:30 p.m.Sun., May 9, 1 p.m.$7 general admission$5 Alumni Association membersSupport your Long Beach State Dirtbags baseball team as they take on the Stanford Cardinals and encour-age breast cancer awareness. For a full schedule and to purchase tickets, visit www.longbeachstate.comor call The Walter Pyramid box office at 562-985-4949.

Long Beach State Dirtbags Baseball vs.Cal State Fullerton TitansBlair FieldFri., May 14, 6:30 p.m.Sat., May 15, 5:30 p.m.Sun., May 16, 1 p.m.$9 general admission$7 Alumni Association membersSupport your Long Beach State Dirtbags base-ball team as they host cross-town rival Cal

State Fullerton. This series is always exciting, so buying tickets in advance is highly encouraged. For afull schedule and to purchase tickets, visit www.longbeachstate.com or call The Walter Pyramid boxoffice at 562-985-4949.

LONG BEACH STATE DIRTBAGS BASEBALL VS. UC IRVINE ANTEATERSBlair FieldFri., May 28, 6:30 p.m.Sat., May 29, 5:30 p.m.Sun., May 30, 1 p.m.$9 general admission$7 Alumni Association membersSupport your Long Beach State Dirtbags baseball team as they take on defending Big West ConferenceChampions, the UCI Anteaters, as part of the Black & Blue Rivalry Series. For a full schedule and to pur-chase tickets, visit www.longbeachstate.com or call The Walter Pyramid box office at 562-985-4949.

MAYGENERAL16TH ANNUAL REGIONAL ECONOMIC FORECAST CONFERENCEOffice of Economic ResearchHyatt Long BeachThurs., May 137:30-10 a.m.$125Breakfast meeting and forecast presentations of the nation, Southern California and the Long Beacheconomies.

JUNEGENERALSTUDY ABROAD IN TAIWANTaiwanMon., June 14-Sun., July 4Mon., Aug. 2-Sun., Aug. 22$2,350 + airfareThe Hospitality Foodservice and HotelManagement Program is offering a three-week study abroad program in Taiwan dur-ing summer 2010. There are two sectionsoffered for your convenience. The coursetitle is "HFHM 274 - Global Issues in Hotel and Restaurant Management" (three units). This class isoffered for all major and non-major students (undergraduate and graduate) at CSULB, other campusesand alumni. Therefore, you may want to share this opportunity with your friends who may be interest-ed or need the units to complete their degree. For CSULB alumni, this class can be used for your creditunits or personal/professional development. For more information, contact Ronnie Yeh, associate pro-fessor of hospitality foodservice & hotel management, Department of Family and Consumer Sciences.Tel.: 562-985-4958; Fax: 562-985-4414; E-mail: jyeh@csulb.edu.

AUGUSTGENERALYOUNG SCIENTISTS CAMPScience Education DepartmentScience Labs on CampusMon., Aug. 9-Fri., Aug. 208:30-noon $300 ($275 for Alumni Association mem-bers)The Young Scientists Camp is a two-week, hands-on science camp for children entering third througheighth grade. The camp is taught by area teachersand CSULB students. This summer, we will studydifferent earth and space science concepts. Join usfor a fun-filled educational program! Visitwww.youngscientistscamp.com for more details.

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CSULB STARTS A BRAND NEW TRADITION

On Nov. 13, 2009, as part of CSULB’s 60thanniversary celebration, we honored aspecial group of alumni: our GoldenGraduates. These alumni graduated 50 ormore years ago and helped establish thefoundation of what our university hasbecome today. For the first time ever,CSULB brought together over 250 graduates,faculty and staff who were the pioneers ofLong Beach State College during 1949-59for the Golden Decade Celebration.Everyone gathered on this evening tocelebrate and reminisce about the “GoldenDays” of Long Beach State College.

Over the course of three days, our GoldenGraduates and their guests were invited tojoin other activities during HomecomingWeek. The activities included dinner and atheater night at the Carpenter PerformingArts Center, barbecue with Alumni &Friends, private campus shuttle tour, on-court presentation prior to the Homecomingbasketball game and an opportunity to stayfor the big game to cheer on our 49ers.

Our Golden Graduates had a memorableexperience, and as a result of thesesuccessful events, CSULB has started abrand new tradition that will continue togrow each year. Mark your calendars fornext year’s celebration as we inductmembers of the class of 1960 into theGolden Graduate Society duringHomecoming Week in November 2010!

Please keep us updated with your most currentcontact information, including address, phonenumber and e-mail (and encourage yourGolden Graduate friends to do the same!), bycontacting Leticia Lozoya at 562-985-2539or llozoya@csulb.edu.

Above: Class of ’59.

Left: Left to right, JoAnn Lindner and Richard Lindner ('58,'61).

Below left: Left to right, Polly Seely Schneider ('52), RubenIngram ('55) and wife Marjie, Barbara (Hinrichs) Davis ('52),Dorothy (Seely) Andrews ('53), Jim Churchill ('57,'62) andRozanne Churchill ('65).

Below right: Left to right, Tommy Pestolesi (current student),Bob Pestolesi ('53) and Marilyn Pestolesi ('72).

Photos by Cheri Kinley

Need more information? Want to share your Beach Experience?Want to support the Beach Fund?

Please give us a call at 562-985-7495 or visit us on the internet:

WWW.CSULB.EDU/BEACHFUND

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“The education I received at CSULB preparedme well for my career in education. As analumni and a BEACH parent, it gives me greatpleasure to continue supporting the efforts ofCSULB. If I can help one student achieve theirgoal in life, then I have made a difference inour future.”

Cindy MobleyClass of 1978 and Current Beach Parent

Timeless Opportunities An alumni tradition of giving supports students of

Today and Tomorrow

Alumni like you have spoken out loudand clear that supporting The Beach every year is aCSULB tradition. Now, making sure that you neverforget to make your yearly contribution is easierthan ever. The CSULB Recurring Gifts Programgives you the opportunity to support the university’smission, now, and into the future.

The Recurring Gifts Program isconvenient for you and the most cost-effectivemeans of fundraising for The Beach, allowing us todevote more of your valued dollars toward studentsuccess. Instead of making a one-time donation,you may set up a monthly, quarterly, semi-annual orannual giving plan whereby a predetermined giftamount is automatically charged to your credit ordebit card.

Because your gift will automaticallyrenew each year, your gift provides a steady flow offunds that CSULB will use to provide timelessopportunities for today’s students and generations tocome. To set up your recurring gift today, pleasevisit the Beach Fund Web site atwww.csulb.edu/beachfund and click the “GiveNow” button.

California State University, Long Beach has a remarkable tradition of alumni support. All of our alumni give back to the university when they can, and more than20,000 have supported the university with gifts in five or more separate years. Thisnot only shows a continued dedication to our mission at The Beach but also reflectsthe sincere appreciation our alumni share for the Beach Experience.

BEACHFUNDBuilding the Beach Experience

One Gift at a Time...

CSULB Beach Fund 2010 Update:

•Halfway through the 2009-10 fiscal year,Beach Fund students have spoken withalmost 20,000 alumni and parents.

•These generous and dedicated Beachsupporters have pledged more than$600,000 to enhance the education of allCSULB students.

•More than 1,200 donors decided to enroll inthe Beach Fund’s new Recurring Gifts Pro-gram. We thank them for their enthusiasticcommitment to the Beach Experience.

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Concerts in the GroveJuly and August 2009, Soroptimist House

PAST EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

Orange County Speaker Series Featuring CSULB Distinguished Alumna Jan Burke (’78) Oct. 22, 2009, Costa Mesa

Move-in Day at the Dorms Aug. 29, 2009, Lot 14C, CSULB Campus

Left to right: Concert volunteers Kathleen Engberg (’80), Elizabeth McMillen (’87), Julie Ross, Erik Soe (’00),Joel Fruehan (’67) and Donna McGurn (‘03).

Left to right: Volunteer Char Mirich (’08); Sasha Machado, coordinator of student and recent alumni pro-grams (’04); and volunteer Brandy Bandaruk (’09).

While helping their daughter Deanna move into the dorms, Beach parents Dave and DeniseDouglas stop by the Alumni Association tent for some refreshments.

Left: Critically acclaimed mystery novelistJan Burke ('78) (seated) signs SusanCully's ('02) book after her presentation.Burke spoke on “Will You Kill My Bossfor Me? and Other Harmless Requests:My Life as a Crime Fiction Writer” to apacked room.

Right: Acclaimed mystery novelist JanBurke ('78) with Janet Spidell ('08) atBurke's lecture.

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PAST EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

Homecoming 2009: 60 Years in the Making Nov. 14, 2009, Lot 13 and The Walter Pyramid

Left to right: Elisa Gonzalez (‘04), Stephanie Zohn (‘08), Kara Hodges (‘08) and Timothy Molina (‘04). Right to left: Jeremiah Blattler (’04) and guest.

The Chiu family and friends enjoy the Homecoming festivities. Beach students “go wild” as we score against Alaska during the seasonopener at Homecoming.

The CSULB Cheer Team gets the crowd excited.

President’s Scholars, past and present, enjoy a photo opportunity celebrating 15 years of the program during Homecoming.

Golden Graduates of CSULB were announced on court in The Walter Pyramid prior to the game.

Young Alumni Mixer Nov. 12, 2009, Cafe Sevilla, Long Beach

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MARLENE ACOSTA’98, B.S., Marketing

After receiving her degree from CSULB, Marlene worked as aprivate investigator and in human resources and marketing.Currently, Marlene works for a direct response marketing firmin Pasadena. She also volunteers her time working on afundraising committee for the Pasadena Humane Society.

Q: You have volunteered for many years for the CSULB Alumni Association. Whatwas your main reason for deciding to join the volunteer program?

I wanted to give back to the school and to the community as well as maintain my ties withCSULB. I enjoy helping others, and volunteering has not only allowed me to do that, but Ihave met many great people along the way.

Q: Which events do you enjoy volunteering for and why?

I enjoy all of the events, but I would say my favorites are Concerts in the Grove andCommencement flower sales. It's great to work at both events where everyone seems soexcited and happy.

Q: How do you feel volunteering for the Alumni Association has benefitted you?

I get to meet a lot of great, intelligent people who also like to help out as well. It's also agreat way to network with others and meet other CSULB alums or affiliates.

Q: What are some of your other interests?

I enjoy reading, cooking, shopping, exercising and going to the beach.

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VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT AQ&

THE CSULB ALUMNI ASSOCIATION VOLUNTEER PROGRAMis one of the best ways to stay connected with The Beach.Our volunteers assist with a variety of programs, includ-ing Homecoming, Concerts in the Grove, our regionalprograms throughout the country, as well as our studentand Young Alumni programming. In addition, our volun-teers that are available during the day help us to pre-pare and send tens of thousands of pieces of mail annu-ally, including invitations to events and other alumnicommunications.

If you are interested in learning more about our volunteerprograms, visit www.csulb.edu/alumni, or contact SashaMachado in the Alumni Relations Office at 562-985-5880or smachado@csulb.edu.

JOEL FRUEHAN’67, B.S., IT Construction

Joel Fruehan grew up on Balboa Island and lived in theNewport area for 24 years. Joel graduated from NewportHarbor High School and received an A.A. degree in industrialtechnology-building construction from Orange Coast College.After graduating from CSULB, he began working at Douglas

Aircraft in the interior design section and later took a position in the engineering division at the Port of Long Beach, retiring as a construction inspector after 33½ years.

Q: You have volunteered for many years for the CSULB Alumni Association. Whatwas your main reason for deciding to join the volunteer program?

The main reason I started volunteering at CSULB is because it’s a great school, and I want-ed to stay connected to what’s happening there. I wanted to give back to the community.This is one of the more valuable places to volunteer. You not only have an impact on theuniversity, but it’s fun to work with people, including staff, students and alumni.

Q: What are some of your fondest memories of CSULB?

CSULB is where I met my wife. We’ve been married 42 years!

Q: Which events do you enjoy volunteering for and why?

I enjoy volunteering at Concerts in the Grove and Homecoming the most. It’s a wonderfulway to reconnect with some great people. It’s great to find out what other alums are doing.

Q: What are some of your other interests?

Some of my other interests include lawn bowling, biking, hiking and kayaking. I have enjoyedtraveling throughout most of Europe, parts of Asia, and Central and South America. I alsovolunteer with the Long Beach Red Cross, responding to small fires in nine surrounding com-munities to help clients affected by the fires. I recently was part of over 1,000 volunteerswho worked in Compton cleaning, painting and repairing homes, schools and churches. Ihave also worked on maintenance at the Teen Challenge Center in Wiesbaden, Germany.

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CSULB ALUMNI ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS, 2009-10

Officers

President Nancy Yoho‘81, B.A., GeographyVice President, Rand McNally and Company (ret.)

President-electJerry K. Galbreath‘62, B.S., Criminal JusticeSenior Compliance Consultant, Auto Advisory Services

Past PresidentMarnos Lelesi‘83, M.A., Educational AdministrationPrincipal, Long Beach Unified School District (ret.)

Vice President-Membership/MarketingRoberta Smith‘90, B.S., Community Health Education‘94, M.P.H.Physician Assistant, Pro Health Partners Medical Group

Vice President-ProgramsShirley Chiavetta‘74, B.A., HistoryAdministrative Analyst, Long Beach Unified School District

SecretaryKathy Bazarian‘72, B.A., HistoryTeacher Specialist, Downey Unified School District

TreasurerRobert Miyasaki‘81, B.S., ZoologyDentist, R.M. Miyasaki, Jen Kin and Chin, D.D.S., Inc.

Members

Rick D. Alpert’80, B.A., Technical TheaterCaptain, L.A. County Fire Department

Edward Apodaca’84, B.A., English Language and CompositionCustomer Support Analyst, Verizon Fiber Solution Center

Kim A. Armstrong’88, B.A., Radio/TV/Film’91, M.A., Instructional Systems Technology’94, M.A., Special MajorProgram Manager/HR Specialist/Enterprise Engineering, The Boeing Company

Yolanda Benavidez’83, B.A., SociologyEducator, Long Beach Unified School District (ret.)

Guy Heston‘73, B.A., Radio/TV/Film‘87, M.B.A.Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President, Long Beach Transit

Robert "Bob" Irwin‘67, B.A., MathematicsService Delivery Director, Computer Sciences Corporation (ret.)

Norma Kolb‘60, B.A., Elementary Education‘89, Credential, Library/MediaTeacher/Librarian, Long Beach Unified School District (ret.)

Lucia Galindo Kos‘75, B.A., SpanishProject Manager, Southern California Edison

Carol Laos’80, B.S., Family and Consumer SciencesPractice Administrator, Art Laos, D.D.S.

Robert Spidell’65, B.A., Economics’08, Doctor of Humane LettersPublisher, Spidell Publishing (ret.)

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Staff:

Janice Y. Hatanaka, ’84Associate Vice President, Alumni Relations and Annual Giving

Gay Arakawa Executive Director, Alumni Association

Antonio AlvesAssistant Director of Communications and Marketing

Janet Gonzales, ’08Alumni Programs Coordinator

Noemi Guevara, ‘08Administrative Coordinator, Alumni Relations and Annual Giving

Elva M. Hermosillo, ’05Assistant to the Executive Director

Leticia Lozoya, ‘09Alumni Programs Coordinator

Sasha Machado, ’04Coordinator of Student and Recent Alumni Programs

Aaron J. Moore, ’02, ’08Associate Director, Alumni Relations

Sally Schliesmayer, ’87Director, Special Events

Jackie WettelandRegional Director, Alumni Relations

Please note your name, address, phone number, major and year of graduation may be used by California StateUniversity, Long Beach for the development of university-affiliated marketing programs. If you do not wish to havethis information used, please notify the Alumni RelationsOffice in writing at: CSULB Alumni Relations, 1250Bellflower Boulevard, Long Beach, CA 90840-0601, by e-mail to alumni@csulb.edu, or by phone at 562-985-5252(toll-free at 888-883-0007).

In addition to meeting fully its obligations of nondiscrimina-tion under federal and state law, CSULB is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population canlearn, live and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civilityand respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual,without regard to economic status, ethnic background, veteran status, political views, sexual orientation or other personal characteristics or beliefs.

Design, photography and editorial assistance provided byUniversity Publications and Public Affairs, 2010. A publicationof the CSULB Alumni Association.

Cover photo by Victoria Sanchez.

THE BEACHCONNECTION

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The mission of the California State University, Long Beach Alumni Association is to: assist and advance the alumni in the pursuit of excellence, continue the friendships formed in the university, build strong and mutually beneficial ties between the university and itsdiverse alumni, promote goodwill in the community and create a dynamic alumni program that will stimulate interest, build loyalty,increase involvement and generate support for the university.

Your CSULB Alumni Association is here to keep you connected to CSULB for life. We’re here to service and respond to our family ofalumni, which is 245,000 strong. We welcome feedback and suggestions, and encourage you to contact our office by phone at 562-985-5252 (toll-free at 888-883-0007), by e-mail at alumni@csulb.edu, via the Web at www.csulb.edu/alumni, via our page on Facebook or group on LinkedIn, or by mail to the address on the back cover of this magazine. We love hearing from you!

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