Amazon Shutting Down AmazonSmile Program on Feb. 20
Back in 2013, Amazon launched the AmazonSmile program. This program allowed shoppers to select charities where 0.5 percent of their purchase will be donated to. Customers can choose from over …
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College Cooking: No-bake Chocolate Pie
Baking desserts can be a challenge for college students, especially since using an oven isn’t always an option. But with this no-oven recipe for a creamy and rich chocolate pie, …
BC Governance’s January Meeting Discusses Key Issues at the College
On Jan. 23, BC Governance (BCG) met to discuss key issues for the college. The BCG includes the College Assembly and eight councils. The College Assembly meets monthly and comes …
Get Funding for Ideas Aligned with BC’s Mission: Contact the BC Grants Office
Do you have an idea that you want to implement? The BC Grants Office is in charge of providing grants and guiding BC members through the process. The Grants Office …
“A Spirited Manor” by Kate Danley to be Staged by BC Theatre Arts, Auditions Starting Soon
From local playwright, Kate Danley, comes the play “A Spirited Manor.” This stage production features an ensemble cast of 10-14 actors playing multiple parts. The main character, Clara O’Hare, is …
BC Foundation Scholarship Applications Now Open for the 23-24 Academic Year
Bellevue College Foundation Scholarships for the upcoming 2023-2024 school year are now open until March 12. Applicants can expect to be notified by June and must accept by July. The …
Become a Mentor or Mentee: Opportunities Available at Bellevue College During National Mentoring Month
Mentoring is a great way to volunteer and make a large impact on someone’s life. Mentors can cultivate communication and organizational skills, increase empathy and understanding of others, develop resilience …
Bellevue College Unveils Committee in Search for New President
Bellevue College is on the lookout for a new president. Gov. Gary Locke has been serving for two years as the interim president, guiding BC through COVID-19 and lockdown. He …
Advice for Students Amid Recent Technology Company Layoffs
Seattle is a hub of technology corporations, including multi million-dollar companies like Amazon and Microsoft. Nationally, large tech companies have had mass layoffs, with about 10,000 by Amazon, 11,000 by …
RISE Learning Institute Highlights Volunteer Opportunities in Bellevue College Area
The holiday season is the time of year when everyone wants to give back and help others. Bellevue College has many resources you can utilize for volunteering. BC makes finding …
How to Manage the Holiday Stress
As much fun and excitement as the holiday season brings, it is also accompanied by a great deal of stress. Thursday, Nov. 3, marked the beginning of a series of …
Participate in Local Turkey Trots to Raise Funds for Charity
November brings about the annual turkey trot tradition in America. It all started when the YMCA in Buffalo, N.Y., put on a cross-country course in 1896. It is one of …
Resources for National Homeless Youth Awareness Month
This November marks the National Homeless Youth Awareness Month. In King County in 2019, there were 11,199 homeless individuals. Worse, 47% of them were sleeping unsheltered, meaning they were sleeping …
College Cooking: the Perfect Breakfast Sandwich
When in college, quick and easy meals are a must. That doesn’t mean the meals can’t be delicious. This opened-faced sandwich is savory and spicy. Additionally, it is healthy and …
Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Application Open
By the Biden-Harris Administration, a three-part student debt relief plan has been put in place and will be available until Dec. 31, 2023. However, on Friday, a court order temporarily …
Quick Guide to Halloween-themed Events in Greater Seattle Area
October is here and with that comes Halloween. Fun events and activities are always involved, but finding those activities isn’t always the easiest. Here is a quick guide to get …
Washington Student Achievement Council Survey Making Rounds to BC Students
If you are a student, Bellevue College needs your input. Bellevue College wants to help its students as best it can. That is why the college is participating in a …
Upcoming BC Fall Sustainability Series Events
To save the planet, sustainability is important, but sometimes it can be overwhelming on where to start. Luckily, Bellevue College’s Office of Sustainability puts on an annual series of events …
BC Resources for Applying to a Four-Year University
College application season has come around, and stress is in the air. Between managing deadlines, writing all the different essays and hearing back from the schools, students can get a …
New Murals Unveiled on Bellevue College Campus through a “Call to Art”
If you’ve been on the Bellevue College campus lately, you might have noticed some new artwork on the walls. Bellevue College’s Outdoor Mural Committee held submissions for a new mural …