CSULB Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Student Chapter

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Here at CSULB, we are proud to have an active and supportive HFES Student Chapter that contributes greatly to academic and professional development.  The HFES Student Chapter at California State University, Long Beach is currently comprised of approximately 20 members, many of whom are graduate students in the Master of Science in Psychology, Option in Human Factors program. The student chapter of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society at California State University, Long Beach is dedicated to promoting the understanding and use of human factors both academically and professionally. The student chapter organizes and participates in various activities during the year, always with this goal in mind. As of September 2024, the chapter has been awarded The Gold Chapter Award by the National Human Factors and Ergonomics Society a total of 18 times.

Join Our Chapter

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While students are free to attend any of our meetings without any requirements, it is encouraged that students officially join HFES to receive all the benefits our chapter and the organization as a whole can provide. Yearly fees for students are only $10 and $35 for non-students. Information about joining can be found at the National HFES site or by contacting our chapter’s email at lbhfes@gmail.com.

Members of HFES gain access to a host of benefits ranging from HFES Journal access, special conference opportunities, unique colloquiums from HFES professionals, and social events.

Our chapter coordinates research projects for both events held by our chapter individually and the national chapter.

Annual CSULB HFES Conference

Every spring semester, our chapter hosts an annual CSULB HFES Conference to highlight the research in our labs from undergraduate and graduate students. March 14th, 2026, marks the 21^st annual conference! More information will be announced throughout the school year. Visit our CSULB HFES Student Research Conference for more information.

Student Chapter Cabinet

Current (Fall 2025 – Spring 2026)

Faculty Advisor: Dr. David Illingworth

Recent Meetings

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Mark your calendars for our Fall 25 general meetings and board meetings!

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To kick off the 25’-26’ year, our student chapter hosted a brunch at Ma ‘n Pa Grocery on August 30th. We enjoyed some yummy food, had fun playing board games, and made new friends with students in the MSHF program and those interested in human factors & ergonomics!

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HFES members, including MSHF students, faculty, and alumni from California State University, Long Beach, attended the 69th HFES International Annual Meeting in Chicago, Illinois, from October 13-17th. Our chapter had the honor of being recognized with the Gold Chapter Award!  We’re looking forward to attending in Reno, Nevada, next year!

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We had such a fun time on a field trip to Aperture on November 7th! We got to see sled and drop tower tests, try out the VR driving simulator, explore eye-tracking and scanner technology, and even check out the gait platform. We wrapped up the visit with lunch and great conversations with the experts. It was a great experience for students and faculty alike, and thank you, Aperture, for making this tour possible!

Contact Information

Join our Discord server to stay in the know and chat with our undergraduate and graduate members.

Connect with our LinkedIn to keep updated on our members’ professional journeys

Follow us on Instagram to see us have fun at our events and meetings.

Send us an email at lbhfes@gmail.com for any questions about our chapter or to be added to our email list for important announcements and updates.

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