Safety Measures to Follow This Upcoming Wildfire Season
After a snowy and icy winter that lasted longer than usual, it was predicted that this wildfire season would be tamer. Unfortunately, a dry spring could mean the opposite. According […]
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OPINION: BC is a Community College, and We Shouldn’t Be Ashamed to Admit It
“Bellevue College is not a community college,” is something I’ve often heard repeated during my time at BC. This, however, is a common misconception stemming from the official name change […]
Seattle Mayor Engages Students in Discussion on School Safety at ‘Back to the Future’ Town Hall & Free Resource Fair
The “Back to the Future” town hall for teens took place on June 7 at the Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center (LHPAC) in Seattle’s Central District. At least three out […]
Fun Local Woods Activities in Washington for Great Outdoors Month
Washington has several types of forests: coastal, lowlands, mountain and eastside forests. Bellevue College is situated in the lowland forest region, the largest region. This region hosts a variety of […]
A Graduate’s Gratitudes: Farewell and Thank-You Letter to Bellevue College
With graduation fast approaching the class of 2023, here is a farewell and thank-you letter to the college that allowed me much freedom in my educational pursuits. Dear Bellevue College, […]
Fun Local Mountain Activities in Washington for Great Outdoors Month
June is the month to appreciate the great outdoors. We can do this in many different environments, such as the water, although it is important to be safe. Washington not […]
BC Nursing Department Holds Earthquake Disaster Simulation With Fake Blood and Cops
Last Friday, nursing students working with Theater Department actors and the King County Sheriff’s Department tested their medical skills by simulating how they would respond to the aftermath of a […]
Bellevue College Seeks to Engage Students in Food Service Decisions to Improve Dining Experience
Bellevue College (BC) food services have only recently reopened as COVID-19 put them on pause. According to an email sent out to students, the Bulldog Bistro, the C Building Coffee […]
BC Wellness Center Offering Outdoor Activities for Students Struggling With Finals Stress
With finals quickly approaching, it is easy to fall into the habit of staying inside and cramming all of the readings you skimmed over the quarter. However, luckily, the Bellevue […]
How to Stay Vigilant and Utilize Public Safety Resources at Bellevue College
On May 22, BC Public Safety sent out a Public Safety Bulletin detailing recent incidents related to an individual who identified themself as ‘Chris’. The earliest reported incident was in […]
Local Events for Celebrating Pride Month in 2023
June 1 is the first day of Pride Month, a month-long celebration of the history, society and culture of the LGBTQ+ community. The gay rights movement started as early as […]
Water Safety Tips to Keep in Mind as Hot Weather Approaches
Every year there are a number of drownings around lakes near Bellevue. Sadly, most recently, a Bellevue College student drowned a couple weekends ago at Lake Sammamish State Park. It […]
End of COVID-19 Public Health Emergency: A Look Back and What’s To Come
The United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) declared the end of the COVID-19 state of emergency on May 11. They made this decision based on current COVID […]
Fun Local Water Activities for Washingtonians During Great Outdoors Month
June is the month of appreciating the great outdoors. Luckily for the Bellevue College community, Washington is known for its diverse environment and accessibility to nature. We have mountains, forests, […]
Is Washington’s Water Safe to Drink? ‘Forever Chemicals’ are Found Around Our Water Sources
As Washingtonians start their day with a fresh cup of coffee, a reality lies unseen at the bottom of their cups — an invisible yet potent threat in the form […]
Apply for 3 PE Certificate Programs Offered at BC during the Upcoming Fall Quarter
On May 11, a BC FYI disclosed that the applications for three P.E. certificate programs taking place this coming fall quarter have opened. Offered under the Health and Physical Education […]
Who Will Lead Bellevue College’s Student Body? Get to Know the ASG President and VP Candidates
As you might know by now from the dozens of posters plastered around campus or the numerous emails from the Associated Student Government (ASG) in your inbox, Bellevue College’s ASG […]
Seattle University Guarantees Admission for Washington State Community College Students with 3.0+ GPA
On April 15, the Seattle University (SU) Instagram page announced the Redhawk Transfer Admissions Guarantee. The page states that “Washington state community college students with a 3.0 [GPA] or higher […]
BC’s Spring 2023 Drop-in Advising Day on May 17
If you have general questions about your academic achievement or would like to receive one-on-one academic advising, drop in on this quarter’s Advising Day. On Wednesday, May 17, the School […]
Navigating Seattle’s Crime Surge: What to Do if You’re Caught in a Situation
On May 7, a 51-year-old man was stabbed multiple times outside of a downtown Seattle hotel after an attempted robbery. The victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries, and officers arrested the suspect. […]