Join the University Student Union (USU) in a weeklong eries of events to commemorate the building and all the un that’s been had along the years. Many of the events ave FREE food, exciting prizes, fun activities and iveaways. Throughout the week, there will also be free aming in the USU Games Center.
The Future U Project is a bold vision to renovate and expand the USU, creating a modern and dynamic space to serve future generations of Long Beach State students. Before construction begins, we want to give students the opportunity to find community, connect and have fun.
As a reminder, many of the services in the USU are not closing, just relocating! Check out the
food relocationand resources relocation pages on the Future U webpage for all the locations of your favorite ASI services.
Date
May 5
Location
USU Ballrooms
Time
6 to 9 pm
Get ready to party like it’s the 2000s! Join
us for an epic
Back to the 2000s celebration
packed with all the throwback vibes you love.
Jam out to your favorite millennium hits spun
by DJ B-Rokk while
challenging friends to 2000s trivia and bingo
for awesome prizes. Break out the board games
that defined the decade, snap memorable pics
at our photo booth, take home a custom
caricature and try your luck at our
opportunity drawing featuring a major prize!
Bring your crew for a night of crafts, dancing
and pure Y2K nostalgia. Don’t miss this chance
to relive the era of frosted tips, flip phones
and unforgettable pop culture moments!
Date
May 6
Location
USU North Lawn
Time
11 am – 2 pm
Ready for a good time? Join us at
Union Unplugged for the
perfect afternoon of fun with friends! Enjoy
upbeat music from
22 West Media, satisfy your
cravings with delicious churros, acai bowls
and burgers. Try your luck at carnival games
with awesome giveaways, airbrush tattoos,
balloon creations, caricatures and more.
Connect with friends while exploring
interactive creative activities and learn
about the
Future U Project. This block party brings all the right
energy to brighten your day—come experience
the perfect campus break!
Date
May 6
Location
USU Ballrooms
Time
7 – 10 pm
Get your groove on through the decades at our
Silent Disco! Join us for a
night of free food, fun and dancing as you
switch between your favorite hits from the
80s, 90s and 2000s—all through wireless
headphones. Whether you’re vibing to retro
beats or 2000s hits, there’s a channel for
everyone. Don’t miss this unforgettable
experience where the music is in your ears and
the dance floor is yours!
Date
May 7
Location
USU Southwest Terrace
Time
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Tap into your inner child with this midday
escape! Jam out to your favorite hits with
live DJ requests from DJ B-Rokk, and enjoy
classic activities like slime-making, chalk
art, hopscotch, musical chairs and so much
more. Get creative at our bubble making,
friendship bracelet and keychain making, and
sand jar stations. Treat yourself to all your
childhood favorites like—Uncrustables, Fun
Dip, animal cookies, goldfish, pizza and more.
It’s all the nostalgia you need to get through
for finals, you owe it to your younger self!
Date
May 7
Location
USU Beach Auditorium
Time
5:15 – 8:45 pm
Join us for an enchanting evening at our
Wicked the Musical Movie Night!
Indulge in free food and refreshments while
enjoying this beloved Broadway classic in a
cozy atmosphere. Embrace the spirit by
dressing as your favorite character—whether
you’re sporting Elphaba’s green or Glinda’s
sparkle—for a chance to win our
Best Costume Contest. Come
experience the magic, music and heartwarming
memories with fellow fans at this special
screening event!
Doors open at 5:15 pm, movie begins at 6 pm.
Join us for FREE dinner from Raising
Canes, pre-movie trivia and exciting
opportunity drawings including Universal
Studio tickets!
Date
May 8
Location
USU Southwest Terrace
Time
11 am – 2 pm
Recharge your spirit at our
Pawsitive Vibes wellness
event! Take a break from exam stress and
cuddle with puppies, explore creative
activities and crafts, enjoy relaxing
massages, listen to live music from 22 West
Media and savor complimentary refreshments.
Give yourself permission to unwind and gather
positive energy before finals. You deserve
this break!
Date
May 9
Location
USU NorthLawn
Time
11 am – 3 pm
Join us for our flea market-style event—a
sustainable, community-focused event where
ASI will be liquidating items
that won’t be relocated to our new spaces.
What to Expect:
- Free items from ASI/USU departments
- Student Lunchbox outdoor pantry and food distribution
- Thrift Club collaboration on Career Closet Pop-up items
- Free lunch for attendees (while supplies last) – sandwiches, chips and cookies from Brown Paper Bag!
