New drone regulations are excessive and wrong
The rapidly increasing popularity of drones has been stirring up controversy on issues of privacy and safety. Owners of drones that weigh more than half a pound are required to […]
2016
BC aims to end child hunger and trafficking
This year, the Bellevue College Social Business Forum has undertaken the task of raising awareness about child hunger and trafficking. On Friday, Nov. 18, the Business Forum, partnered with off-campus […]
Black Student Union serves some soul
Bellevue College celebrated Thanksgiving two days early with some soul food. On Tuesday, Nov. 22, students shuffled in to C130 to line up for Soul Giving Dinner, a small event […]
USC sends the Huskies to the pound
On November 12, the number 4 ranked Washington Huskies football team, who had gotten off to their best start of a season since 1984, lost to the number 20 ranked […]
Navigate the daily commute with Waze
With the confusing roads and nightmarish traffic of the Eastside, there is no doubt that a navigation system that keeps up with traffic is essential for getting around town. Many […]
Pie and the history of Thanksgiving
On Thursday, Nov. 17, students and staff gathered in room C130 to attend Asian Pacific Islander Student Association’s annual Thanksgiving social. The event went from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. […]
Running Start grads: Apply as freshmen or transfer?
On the first day of fall quarter at Bellevue College this year a new group of Running Start students excitedly walked through the courtyard for the first time, while the […]
Washington State Supreme Court visits Bellevue College
The Washington State Supreme Court was visiting Bellevue College on Monday, Nov. 14 and Tuesday, Nov. 15. There was an open forum on Monday and three court cases presented on […]
BC holds potato bake-off
The BC gathered together on Wednesday, Nov. 16, for a potato bake-off in D106. Contestants created a dish to compete in one of the three categories: Best Tasting, Best Mark […]
Marijuana and state power
While all the buzz is on the presidential election this year and for good reason, pushes to legalize recreation and medical marijuana were attempted in 13 states and passed in […]
BC does the salsa
During International Week, students had the opportunity to experience Latin culture through salsa dancing. El Centro Latino held salsa lessons taught by Vanessa Villalobos, owner and instructor of BALORICO, an […]
Alterations to the BC email reminder system
Despite rumors on campus, emails reminding students to sign up for winter quarter classes are still being sent out, although emails now are less customized. An email was sent Nov. […]
Study abroad opportunities at Bellevue College
During Bellevue College’s International Week, the study abroad club hosted two fairs, on Monday and Wednesday from 11:00 to 12:30. The fairs both featured poster boards and brochures presenting information […]
“Epoch” provokes thought and improves focus
Last September, the ambient electronic composer Tycho released a new album titled Epoch. After listening to the album all the way through, I could tell that the style of music […]
Presidential search student forum – Board of Trustees discuss how they are initiating the search
On Tuesday Nov. 8 in room D106, a student forum for the Bellevue College presidential search took place. This was the second student forum for this upcoming presidential selection. The […]
Sexism in clinical trials
Scientists have discovered an effective male birth control. Studies have proven that it worked, yet injection was discontinued based on some manageable side effects. So manageable in fact that over […]
“The Siege of Jadotville” entertains and educates
Netflix Originals are really coming into their own these days. While I was skeptical at the beginning, they really have been putting out some quality. Even though I wasn’t really […]
Veterans share experiences – Lunchtime discussion about what it is like to be a veteran student at Bellevue College
On Nov. 9, The Bellevue College Association of Veterans hosted a veteran student lunch next to the Bellevue College cafeteria. The purpose of the event was for veteran students to […]
Thoughts on Trump
I’m honestly still in shock that “President Trump” is not a punchline to a crappy joke, but is reality as of a week ago. After the initial disbelief faded, I […]