Grow Beach Organic Garden

Organization Description

California State University, Long Beach, known nationally as "The Beach," is a hub of diversity, both culturally and intellectually. The 322-acre campus is designed to encourage student involvement and success. We are a diverse, student-centered, globally-engaged public university committed to providing high-valued undergraduate educational opportunities through superior teaching, research, creative activity and service for the people of California and the world. CSULB is committed to make a positive contribution to the greater society by developing responsible citizens, with highly valued degrees, for the 21st century. And we strive to graduate students who are skilled problem-solvers and practioners of their disciplines through participation in research projects, creative endeavors, community service learning, and internships. 

Program Information

Sustain U is a committee established by Lee Johnson, a former Recycling Center Coordinator, under the University Student Union (USU) Board of Trustees. Its main objective is to provide sustainable recommendations for Associated Students, Inc. (ASI) and USU. Since its establishment, Sustain U has grown significantly and has taken on various initiatives. This includes hosting monthly outreach meetings, educational workshops, sustainable cooking demonstrations, "Trash Talkers Tabling," and collaborating with different departments involved in CSULB Zero Waste Plan. In July 2017, Sustain U played a crucial role in the passing of the Policy on Sustainability by the ASI Board of Control. This ensures that environmental sustainability is prioritized in ASI operations. Sustain U is the primary resource for Long Beach State students looking for sustainability initiatives and is actively working towards creating a greener world through the Grow Beach Garden located by the central plant and Friendship Walk.

 

All students, regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, and sexual orientation, are open and welcome to participate.

Health & Safety

Individuals from Special Populations who test positive for COVID-19 must immediately notify the Grow Beach Garden site manager and email ASI-volunteers@csulb.edu. Those experiencing illness should avoid planting, gardening, or harvesting until they have recovered.

A Sustain U student staff member will be with Student Service Learner's at the Grow Beach Garden at all times.
Additional requirements and/or considerations
  • Must be 18 or older
Address 
1250 Bellflower Boulevard
Long Beach, CA 90840
United States
General Phone 
(562) 985-4994
Website:
http://www.csulb.edu

Current Opportunities

Title Program Start Date Location Type
Grow Beach Organic Garden Service Learning Ongoing On-site
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Program(s) 
Service Learning
Organization type 
Education - College or University (Government)
Focus Population(s)
College Students
Focus Area(s)
Education
Additional Focus Area(s)
Skill Development
Hours of operation 

8AM-5PM

Additional site tags 
Environment, Sustainability, Food Security, food/gardening
Maximum students 
5