Bellevue College Celebrates Grand Opening of New Neurodiversity Center
On Saturday, April 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Bellevue College will be celebrating the grand opening of the new Neurodiversity Center in B131, below the Planetarium and next …
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BC Governance Opens Second Round of Nominations for Council Positions
Bellevue College Governance (BCG) meets monthly to make recommendations to the college leadership on policies, strategic directions and resources, with recaps provided. All BC students, faculty and staff are eligible …
OPINION: The Meaningless Generation: What’s Behind Young People’s Lack of Direction?
The younger generations seem to be struggling to find meaning and purpose in their lives. A recent poll conducted by The Sun in the United Kingdom revealed that a staggering …
KBCS 91.3 FM Celebrates 50 Years of Community Radio with Plans for Expansion
The KBCS 91.3 FM radio station celebrated their 50th anniversary on Feb. 3 this year. The station has gone through so many identities over the years but has remained true …
OPINION: Why You Should Study Abroad as a College Student
Studying abroad is an incredible opportunity for college students to explore new cultures, gain valuable skills and expand their horizons. In today’s globalized world, studying abroad is becoming increasingly popular …
Bellevue College Students Share Their Favorite Classes for Upcoming Quarter Planning
With the spring quarter soon upon us, receiving a recommendation or hearing thoughts from fellow students about their previous class experiences is highly beneficial for choosing which classes to enroll …
Bellevue College’s Speech Team Impresses at LCC’s 50th Annual Competition
On Jan. 27 and 28, Bellevue College’s Speech Team participated in Lower Columbia College’s 50th Annual Mike Dugaw Smelt Competition in the Division III category and received second place. The …
Join BC’s Microscopy Club for Skill-Building and Networking Opportunities
Bellevue College (BC) is launching a new club that might interest you if you’re pursuing a career in STEM or healthcare, or just want to learn more about microscopy. Advisors …
Get Involved Fair Highlights Student Organizations at Bellevue College
On Wednesday, Jan. 11, I had the honor of representing The Watchdog at the BC Get Involved Fair. However, The Watchdog wasn’t the only organization present at the fair. Clubs …
Bellevue College Sustains “Achieving the Dream” Framework for Student Success
Faculty members from several different Bellevue College programs have come together for a framework they coined “Achieving the Dream.” They hold a monthly meeting on the second Monday of each …
Become a Mentor or Mentee: Opportunities Available at Bellevue College During National Mentoring Month
Mentoring is a great way to volunteer and make a large impact on someone’s life. Mentors can cultivate communication and organizational skills, increase empathy and understanding of others, develop resilience …
5 Tips that will Help you Manage your Time during Summer Quarter
Summer quarter for many students means time off, fun activities and pleasant weather. However, for those who are taking classes, it can become an overwhelming and challenging quarter; especially when …
Watchdog Wellness: What is a Growth Mindset and How Can I Get One?
Why do people talk about mindset and why is mindset so important? Earlier this week, the Watchdog talked to HD 125: Motivation and Empowerment Counselor, Beth Luzzi, about growth mindset …
Discover Bellevue College’s Study Abroad Program
Bellevue College offers numerous places around the world to study abroad. Fall of 2022 is offering trips to Tokyo/Hachioji, Japan and Barcelona, Spain. Japan is quite popular and is already …
Bellevue College Students Eligible to Earn Free Tuition Through Amazon
Bellevue College is one of the eligible schools for Amazon’s Career Choice program! The program pays U.S. hourly workers full college tuition and is available to those who have been …
BC Winter Quarter ctcLink Survey Results Released
Bellevue College has released the statistics regarding the reception of ctcLink, the new all-encompassing system for online management of classes, courses, credits, registration, and more at Washington’s community and technical …
Applications Open for BC Student Trustee Position
Bellevue College’s Board of Trustees is now accepting applications for the position of a Bellevue College (BC) Student Trustee, for the 2022-2023 academic year. There are six members in total …
BC Installing Rainbow Crosswalk in Dedication to LGBTQ+ Community
A rainbow crosswalk is used to represent the LGBTQ+ community. They help recognize the need to improve the diversity and inclusion of people from the LGBTQ+ community. In honor of …
Upcoming Networking and Job Fair to be Held at BC
Looking to earn some extra cash or settle post-graduation career plans? Register for the Center for Career Connections’ annual Networking and Job Fair. This event will be held on May …
Eating Right as a Vegetarian College Student
Being a vegetarian can be quite difficult, especially as a college student. Vegetarians can sometimes lack a lot of important vitamins that they would otherwise get if they were on …