1968 - 1969
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McIntosh Resigns
After students protest and upset around campus, College President Carl W. McIntosh resigns from his 10 year post. “The institution requires new leadership which can provide renewed vitality and energy” – McIntosh
EOP cohort grows, new director, increased funding
Ernest Clark becomes the second EOP director. The program grows to 438 students. In addition, Senate Bill 1072, known as the Harmer Bill, is passed and establishes EOP as a line item in the California State budget which allows for the creation of Education Opportunity Programs at all CSU campuses.
Student Union comes to life
Construction begins on the $4.5 million Student Union.
Boom Town Revived for 49er Days Opening
The 20th opening of the gold rush community is celebrated for 49ers day.
Fall Registration Fees Increased
Full time students fees increase to $68.50 per semester.
Commuter Campus
The Long Beach Public Transportation Company provides new bus services to students living in Belmont Shore and surrounding areas.
American Indian Studies, 1968
American Indian Studies (AIS) arrives at CSCLB as the first American Indian education program in the CSU system, as a result of the establishment of EOP. The program is created as a response to a growing number of native american students eager to learn more about their culture and history. Most American Indians students are first-generation college students.
Campus rocked by TGIF concerts
Football era ends
A 3-7 record ends a bitter season mirred by injuries, signaling the end of the Football era at CSCLB.
A growing alumni base
CSCLB tallies 32,244 graduates by the Spring 1969 graduation.
