Bellevue College Announces Finalists for Human Resources VP
On Nov. 2, an email was sent out from the BC President’s Office announcing the finalists for the job of Vice President of Human Resources: Frances Dujon-Reynolds and Dr. Charmion […]
2021
Pfizer Vaccine Approved for Children
Following FDA’s approval, children ages 5 to 11 are now eligible for the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine in Washington state. This news comes as a relief as children in this age […]
Epilepsy: Leah’s Story
In July 2019, everything changed for seven-year-old Leah Ehrenstrom. The Ehrenstrom family was on a flight from Rome to London. The plan was to get to London and board a […]
Seahawks: Their Win in Bye Week
Sitting at 2-5 and taking on the terrible Jacksonville Jaguars at home, the Seattle Seahawks had to prove that they weren’t done for the year. The 31-7 final score would […]
So You Want to Get Into Hockey?
It’s hockey season, and for the first time in a long time, Seattle residents have a reason to care about it. Whether you’re looking to root on the newest NHL […]
Overwatch League Offseason: October 2021 Recap
After the Grand Finals of Season 4 wrapping up in September, the Overwatch League has once again entered the offseason. During this phase, while we wait for Season 5 to […]
Epilepsy: My Story
Epilepsy, otherwise known as seizure disorder, is a disorder in which nerve cells are disturbed in the brain, causing seizures. Approximately one in 26 people within the United States will […]
Why You Need an Academic Concentration
Did you know there’s a way to commit to a field of study in a low-stakes environment and few repercussions if you decide the study isn’t for you? Academic concentrations […]
College Cooking: “Squid Game” Dalgona Candy
Everyone is in on the new hype surrounding “Squid Game.” If you haven’t watched the South Korean drama, you have probably at least seen references to it on TikTok and […]
RISE Institute Volunteer Fair Opportunities
The RISE Volunteer Fair took place online on Nov. 2 and Nov. 3 and spotlighted various local organizations looking for volunteers. The pandemic was tough for our community, and many […]
OPINION: Washington Looks to Eliminate Daylight Savings Time
Today at 2 a.m, our clocks moved back an hour. For you sleep-deprived students, it means an extra hour of sleep. But on March 14, you’ll have to turn the […]
OPINION: Anxiety Rampant in Seattle
The U.S. Census Bureau’s Household Pulse Survey conducted a new survey from Sept. 29 to Oct. 11. In this, 54.5 percent of surveyed adults from King, Pierce and Snohomish counties […]
WA Secretary of State Kim Wyman Resigns
The Washington Secretary of State, Kim Wyman, will be resigning from her position. Wyman, who has served since 2013, will instead be working for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency […]
An Overview of Corn Silk Tea
The statements made regarding these products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The efficacy of these products has not been confirmed by FDA-approved research. These products […]
OPINION: The Current State of Journalism
In the past two decades with the rise of the internet and social media, the way we gather news and information has changed drastically. In 2007, iPhones introduced themselves to […]
Bellevue College Announces Social Justice Center
Bellevue College announced the launch of their very own Social Justice Center (SJC) as a measure of commitment by the institution towards equity and inclusion. It was spearheaded by the […]
King County Vaccination Mandate in Effect
Following the release of new guidelines from the King County Public Health Department, as of Oct. 25, it is now required for people aged 12 and up to provide proof […]
Upcoming General Election on November 2
The Washington General Election is coming up soon on Nov. 2! Ballots were already mailed to registered voters on Oct. 15. Be sure to have them filled out and postmarked […]
Recent Shootings Highlight Worrying Trend in Gun Violence
Seattle police are currently investigating five shootings that occurred last weekend on Oct. 23 and 24. These are only the latest to join a record-breaking year in terms of gun […]
Artist Interview: Camille Bloom
Camille Bloom is an English teacher turned internationally-touring singer-songwriter. Originally from Spokane, she is currently based in Luxembourg, teaching music full-time to adults and youth. Her music is filled with […]