Slice of Korea not far from home
There’s a lot to be said about living on the Eastside of Seattle, but when it comes to real authentic Korean food the area is sorely lacking. A good, homey …
2016
Students rally at Olympia
On Tuesday, Jan. 26, students from Bellevue College’s Office of Student Legislative Affairs joined an organized rally and lobby at Olympia with 34 of Washington’s community and technical colleges to …
20th annual Pacific Vocal Jazz Festival
Bellevue College held its 20th annual Pacific Vocal Jazz festival on Jan. 29. The festival featured 20 high school ensembles and six others from middle and junior high schools, who …
Health and sciences to offer two new BAS degrees
In fall quarter of 2016, BC will start offering two BAS degrees in Health Promotion Management and Healthcare Management and Leadership for students who already have an associate degree in …
Chi Alpha winter retreat
Bellevue College’s Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship club attended their annual winter retreat on Jan. 30 and 31. All Chi Alpha groups in Washington state participated in the winter retreat, which …
Study abroad opportunities in England or Japan for fall 2016
In fall quarter this year, several students at Bellevue College will embark on a study abroad program to either Japan or England. During this time the students will be enrolled …
Flint’s water crisis is unacceptable
2,000 years into humanity’s knowledge of lead’s debilitating properties, a United States Governor has allowed an entire city to be poisoned by the substance. Flint, Michigan’s water source was switched …
The true cost of a light rail
A couple of years ago, I distinctly remember flashy signs advertising a fancy new light rail system to connect Seattle and Bellevue, with the projected opening date being in 2015. …
People love Trump for his no-nonsense attitude
By now, it’s well known that Donald Trump’s presidential campaign is unorthodox, especially compared to the candidates he’s running against. It’s also well known that he’s acquired a voter base …
Flaws of Catholicism and priesthood
The Catholic Church has been seen over the last century as an organization that strives for peace and happiness. People who go to church trust their priests, whom they refer …
“Man Seeking Woman”
Man Seeking Woman is a show on FXX about a man named Josh Greenberg and his experiences looking for love. The situations he finds himself in are often hyperbolic and …
Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
In celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, students from BC attended the 34th annual MLK Jr. Celebration Rally and March, which is traditionally held at Garfield High School. On …
Easy access to academic advising resources
As a convenient resource to Bellevue College students, the Academic Advising department has been holding the Advising Corner most Wednesdays in the cafeteria and the Advising Table most Tuesdays in …
Associated Student Government resignations
Recently, several members of Bellevue College’s Associated Student Government left their positions. Students were selected and appointed by the administration to fill these vacancies. Frank Mueller replaced Gebriel Amare as …
“Black Education Matters”
As part of MLK week, Bellevue College hosted a talk on Thursday, Jan. 21 by Dr. Jeff Duncan-Andrade, who talked about the state of the schooling system in America as …
Inescapable risks of medical research
Recently a clinical test of a new medication resulted in the death of one patient and the hospitalization of five others, with a high chance that the survivors have suffered …
Road to the playoffs cut short for Seahawks
On the weekend of Jan. 16, four games of the divisional matches of the NFL playoffs took place across the country. On Saturday, the New England Patriots hosted the Kansas …
“Joy” the movie: Predictable at times, heartwarming nonetheless
I was pleasantly surprised by the film “Joy.” I was invited to see the film by a friend and had nothing else to do that evening so I went. I …
Reasons for Trump’s success
Donald Trump’s popularity is seen by many to be indicative of deep-seated racism and general idiocy amongst Republicans in particular and the American people in general. I feel that instead, …
Traveling around the Earth’s diverse biomes
Whenever I travel, I always enjoy visiting new places to learn about and absorb culture. However, I also like to observe the physical world of the plants and animals that …