The art of perfection revealed
What is perfection? For many it shall always be an elusive and unattainable ideal. An ideal that however unreachable shall always be sought with outstretched fingers longing for the satisfaction …
October 2009
Artist profile: This Providence
The Seattle area is no stranger to the music scene, spawning notable artists like Pearl Jam and Nirvana during the 90s. Since then, dozens of prominent bands, such as Death …
“God’s Pottery” you fail
Intended to be a satirical guide for pubescent Christian teens, “What Would God’s Pottery Do?” has succeeded in offending Christians and non-Christians alike with its obnoxious humor and over-the-top political …
Living, breathing Zombie
Rob Bartleh Cummings, better known as Rob Zombie, was born on January 12, 1965 in Havervill, Massachusetts. Zombie is a Grammy-nominated musician, film director, producer and screenwriter, but he is …
Kick it old school and dress up!
Halloween is just around the corner and you need to figure out what you’re doing and whom you’re hanging out with—but most importantly, what are you going to wear? Halloween …
BC’s Got Talent controversy correspondence
The following is a series of e-mails sent between Beatrice Bongiorno, an Italian and Spanish language instructor, and Nora Lance, the Associate Director of Student Programs. Dear Nora, I …
Volleyball fights for the right to root
The Bulldogs gave one right to the teeth of Shoreline on Friday, winning in 3 sets. Bellevue was fresh off of a brutal beatdown of all opponents in the Spokane …
Sounders punch MLS playoff ticket
The Sounders have made the MLS playoffs in their first year in the league, and it’s about time certain players got the credit that’s due to them, for better or …
Gameday Grievances – Limbaugh’s NFL Quest
Is it really surprising when a high school dropout isn’t hired for a job at NASA? Is anyone shocked when a drug addict tries to find a job as a …
Latin Pride at BC
Much like the diversity of the Latino culture, the celebrations of Latino Heritage Month (LHM) come in different flavors. LHM is celebrated over a 30-day period from September 15 to …
Rap battle sparks debate
Debate is brewing over a recent incident that occurred on Tuesday after all of the of the official BC’s Got Talent contestants performed their act. After the show, a group …
MCS Fall Gathering invites all
International food, music, staff, students, and friends all filed into room C120 on Thursday, October 22, for the annual Multicultural Services (MCS) Fall Gathering. MCS has a vital role on …
Letter from El Centro Latino
Dear Editorial Staff: After reading the current printed edition of the Jibsheet, the October 13, 2009, Volume 80 – Issue 5. On page four, the article: “ASG meets to make …
Halloween Showdown
What are you, six? By Jake Magraw As you all probably know, Halloween is approaching. Some of you might consider it to be your favorite holiday, while others are like …
Men’s Soccer strikes early, overcomes adversity in a 2-1 win
Bellevue College’s men’s soccer team came out ahead in a battle of attrition over Spokane, prevailing 2-1. Bellevue took an abnormally early lead by putting a point on the board …
Gameday Grievances – Death of the Sonics
It has now been well over a year since Seattle was neutered of most storied professional sports franchise, the Seattle Supersonics, and the wound still bleeds. The hurt is evident …
“Law Abiding Citizen” a smash hit
A musical genius with disfigurement-induced demons. Check. Army leader who essentially wears a banana hammock, a cape, and a helmet, and still manages to be a badass. Check. A television …
The beginning of a good thing
Writer/director/producer David Over describes his short film, “In the Beginning,” as a “dark, modern-day, Adam and Eve, love-story, thriller.” It’s a mouthful, but it’s also an accurate depiction of the …
Drew Barrymore: a Triple Threat
Drew Blyth Barrymore was on born on February 22, 1975, in Culver City, California. She was born into a talented family of actors that dates back to silent films. Her …
Overwhelming financial aid backlog
Many students apply for financial aid with the expectation that they will be rewarded a sum of money to help them cover the cost of college. This year, for many …