49 Under 49
The 49 Under 49 program celebrates exceptional alumni under 49 who are making transformative contributions in their communities and beyond. These prestigious awards recognize the dedication, excellence and impact our graduates demonstrate through their professional achievements, philanthropic endeavors and personal accomplishments. The number "49" honors CSULB's founding year of 1949, linking today's innovators to our university's proud legacy.
Purpose, service, and leadership are not just empty words but a way of life that is reflected in the achievements and impact of over 400,000 exceptional alumni worldwide.
Help us celebrate the exceptional accomplishments of our CSULB alumni. Let's champion the graduates who are transforming communities and igniting passion in the next wave of Beach innovators!
49 Under 49 Nominations
We are thrilled to announce the second annual CSULB Alumni 49 Under 49 Awards for 2026 — an exciting new program that celebrates the remarkable achievements of our outstanding graduates!
To be eligible, nominees must:
- Hold an undergraduate, graduate or doctoral degree from CSULB
- Be under 49 years of age as of April 25, 2026
- Exhibit exceptional service leadership, sustained connection to CSULB, and significant influence through their career achievements and community involvement
Recognize the incredible CSULB alumni in your network! Nominations must be made byNovember 14, 2025.
Apply to be Recognized (Self-Nominate)
The following members are NOT eligible for 49 Under 49 Awards:
- CSULB Distinguished Alumni recipients
- CSULB Advancement Staff members
- CSULB 49 Under 49 Steering Committee Members
IMPORTANT DATES:
- October 9, 2025: Nominations open
- November 14, 2025: Nominations close, nominees will be contacted to submit application
- January 12, 2026: 49 Under 49 Class of 2026 announced
- April 25, 2026: Class of 2026 celebration (more details forthcoming)
Applications will be accepted via an online application.
The nomination period for CSULB's 2026 49 Under 49 will open on October 9, 2025, at 12:00 PM PST, and close November 14, 2025 at 11:59 PM PST.
Any CSULB degreed alumni who is 49 years old or younger on April 25, 2026 is eligible.
The committee will consider a wide range of factors when choosing honorees. They look for alumni who are excelling whether that be in corporate business, volunteering, or community work.
· Nomination form content
· Previous involvement with the university
· Number of total recommendations
No. Once an application is submitted, it is considered a final submission.
Once you submit the application, the system will alert you it has been received.
Once you submit the application, the system will alert you it has been received.
Honorees will be notified via e-mail mid January
All questions, comments or concerns should be addressed to Rosalinda.Oliva@csulb.edu
