The final words of an editor: Memoirs of a Watchdog
It has been 624 days since I stepped into the office of C206. 624 days of writing, editing, interviewing, planning, building, managing, hair pulling, yelling; all with the initial goal […]
July 2014
Student Programs brings 2013-2014 to a close
On Thursday, June 13, Student Programs hosted their End of the Year Celebration. This party is dedicated to honoring clubs, advisers, events and programs that made a significant difference […]
Afternoon concert performed by BC jazz combo
Bellevue College’s Jazz Ensemble gave a concert in C building’s main room from 2:30 to 3:30 last Wednesday. A variety of jazzy selections were included, such as compositions from Miles […]
In solidarity with Seattle Pacific University
On June 5, a shooter later identified as Aaron Ybarra, armed with a shotgun, injured three and killed 19-year-old student Paul Lee. According to the charging document, the Seattle Police […]
Students, faculty and staff speak their minds about food on campus
Most students aren’t aware that there is a place where feedback about the cafeteria food can be submitted. “There is a comment box,” Sustainable Foods Coordinator Osha Morningstar said, but […]
Generation of science and technology: Why CA trumps WA
Remember like months ago when I wrote about the hydrogen fuel-cell cars that would hopefully be on the roads soon? (I’m sure everybody reading this does because I know everybody […]
BC baseball player drafted into the Mariners
One of baseball’s greatest honors is being picked in the annual MLB first-year player draft by a major league team. Recently, one of BC’s best players got to experience that […]
Letter to the Editor: faculty wages
President Rule and Board of Trustees: We the undersigned are new faculty in our first year of the tenure process. We are writing to express our support for our colleagues […]
ASG brings salary debate to students
The Associated Student Government is focusing on the issue of staff and faculty pay, and they are taking their message directly into the classrooms. With the board of trustees meeting, […]
Students embark to Camp Casey
It is time for the annual leadership conference Camp Casey to once again host the students of Bellevue College. Located on Whidbey Island on the Puget Sound coast, the former […]
Board of Trustees
A monthly meeting of the Bellevue College Board of Trustees was held on Wednesday, June 11, 2014. The meeting took place in room B201, presided by Chair Marie Gunn. The […]
“A Million Ways to Die in the West” is a must see
There are a million ways to die in the west. Just ask Seth MacFarlane. This new movie is out in theaters and is a must-see. For those who enjoyed “Ted” […]
No faculty, no students
BC students have taken to the halls to petition on the behalf of BC faculty and staff. In one day, students were able to receive 183 signatures. At the time […]
President Rule hosts student office hours
On Thursday June 5, students gathered in Student Programs for President David Rule’s first-ever student office hours. Around eight students attended the hour-long session discussing issues ranging from housing to […]
“Pour It On!” Student photography, sculpture, drawings and paintings
On June 4, the school’s art department held an exhibit called “Pour It On!” The exhibit focused on Bellevue College students’ work, including photography, sculpture, drawings and paintings. In addition […]
Experience what the Wellness Center has to offer
This summer, students will have the opportunity to participate in recreational activities such as rock climbing, sea kayaking, a guided hiking and “possibly a bike tour of the San Juan […]
Civil rights pilgrimage
Bellevue College along with the University of Washington will be sending students on a trip to learn about the places and events related to the Civil Rights movement. “We’re going […]
Celebration, BC’s vocal jazz ensemble
Auditions for Bellevue College’s vocal jazz ensemble, Celebration, are being held until June 15. The group, which has existed since 1972, consists of passionate musicians who participate not only for […]
Consequences of $15 minimum wage
Now that the minimum wage dispute is settled, Seattleites can rest assured that high school kids do not need to go to college. Why would they, since the minimum wage […]
Seattle police protest limits
A recent sobering milestone was passed. While the federal government does not keep exact records, statistically it’s a safe bet that more Americans have died in America at the hand […]