BC Poetry Profile: Mackenzie Blaney
Mackenzie “Kenzie” Blaney is an insightful poet attending Bellevue College. Following below is their poem, “And Their Stories Continue…,” and an interview with them. Content Warning: The featured poem has […]
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Staying Aware of the Dangers of Dehydration
With the summer heat coming, temperatures are expected to be higher than normal in the Pacific Northwest. Unfortunately, heat-related illnesses can sneak up on people, even if they think they […]
Staying Up to Date with 2022 Tuition Deadlines
Paying tuition on time can ensure that your classes don’t get dropped unexpectedly. Just like enrollment dates, tuition deadlines are important to keep in mind. Tuition due dates are determined […]
Monkeypox Outbreak and COVID-19: Microbiology Expert Details Key Differences
During the past few weeks, outbreaks of monkeypox have sprung up around Europe and the United States. Monkeypox is a disease that is most commonly found in Africa, and its […]
WA Energy Code will Require Electric Heating in New Buildings
This year, Washington state started a law that all new buildings have to have electric space heating and hot water systems. This goes into effect on July 1, 2023. The […]
Bellevue College Hosting 2022 Lavender Graduation Ceremony
Bellevue College is hosting a Lavender Graduation ceremony to recognize the value that the LGBTQ+ community brings to the institution. The Lavender Graduation ceremony will formally recognize the achievements and […]
Student Artwork Showcase: Jordan Diadedakana
To see Jordan Diadedakana’s “Le Monde est à Toi” album as displayed at Bellevue College, click here. Note that the image is NSFW. Jordan Diadedakana, an international Bellevue College student […]
KCLS to Host Events for Pride Month
We have officially entered the month of June, dubbed LGBT Pride month! To celebrate, the King County Library System is putting on some pride-centered events. All of these events are […]
Nation Enduring Baby Formula Shortage
In February 2022, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a recall on Abbott Nutrition’s powdered infant formula due to the possible contamination of bacteria. According to the American Academy […]
Getting Involved with Bellevue College’s Dance Program
Bellevue College offers classes in dance and also has a dance company. The dance program is led by the new director, Jenna Spinei, who transitioned over during the winter quarter. […]
BC Student Government Election Event to be Held May 31
The Associated Student Government (ASG) elections will be from June 6 to June 8 through Canvas. The current ASG Board of Directors, alongside the candidates for the upcoming ASG 2022-2023 […]
Federal Communications Commission Institutes the Affordable Connectivity Program
Originating in the 1990s, the “Digital Divide” is a term used to articulate the inequity in access to technological tools and networks that provide the fast-paced and abundant resources of […]
BC Hosting Fulbright Scholar Dr. Fabiola Vincent Moshi
On April 26, BC’s interim president Gov. Gary Locke announced that the Health Sciences, Education & Wellness Institute (HSEWI) is hosting Fulbright Scholar, Dr. Fabiola Vincent Moshi. To provide some […]
BC Mural Project Winner Spotlight: Dubois Mutombo Buisha
The final featured winner of BC’s Outdoor Mural Project is Dubois Mutombo Buisha! Click here to view all nine mural artist winner spotlights. Dubois Mutombo Buisha — “Diversity” Bio: My […]
Wellness Certificate Programs Available at Bellevue College
As we get closer to the summer and more physical activities start taking place outdoors, The Watchdog put together a list of fun and educational certificates that Bellevue College (BC) […]
BC’s Entrepreneurship and Personal Development Club Featured Bonefrog Coffee Company’s CEO
Throughout the year, Bellevue College’s student-run Entrepreneurship and Personal Development Club (EPDC) invites different entrepreneurs and successful business owners to talk to students about their experiences of owning a local […]
Upcoming Workshop: How to Research Colleges
Are you a Running Start or transfer student currently searching for a four-year college? Attend the Academic Advising Department’s How to Research Colleges workshop this Wednesday. The workshop is being […]
Roe v. Wade to Potentially be Overturned by Supreme Court
Last weekend, people all over the country rose up to defend reproductive rights in light of the Supreme Court ruling that was leaked just over two weeks ago. The leaked […]
BC Mural Project Winner Spotlight: Amelia Ossorio
BC’s Outdoor Mural Project winners were announced! If you haven’t been following along with the series, you can click here to view the previous spotlights. Amelia Ossorio — “Knowledge is […]
Finland and Sweden Formally Request to Join NATO
Since World War II, both Finland and Sweden have been neutral. After Russia’s war in Ukraine, tension and fears caused both countries to want extra protection. As of May 18, […]