King County’s New Sewer System
Last spring, King County became the first wastewater utility in the nation to receive Salmon-Safe certification, a designation that recognizes efforts to reduce pollution and protect waterways that salmon depend …
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Waymo Tests Self-Driving Cars in Seattle Amid Driver Protests and Job Concerns
Waymo autonomous vehicles are becoming a more common sight in major U.S. cities, especially San Francisco and Los Angeles, where the self-driving ride service is already operating heavily. In Washington, …
Bellevue College Women’s Basketball Opens 2026 Conference Play with Dominant Win
On Jan. 7, the Bellevue College women’s basketball team opened conference play with a statement performance, combining physical play in the paint with disciplined defense to pull away from Edmonds. …
The Resurgence of Emo Music in the Recent Decade
People often associate the term “emo” with themes of darkness, sadness and depression. In recent years, the phrase has commonly been used to describe a person who dresses in all …
Bellevue College Celebrates 60 Years
On January 3, 1966, Bellevue Community College was established with fewer than 500 students enrolled, only hosting a few evening classes out of Newport High School. By the 1970s, the …
BC Men’s Soccer Team Captain Bruno Cascante Earns First Team Honors at NWAC
The 2025 Northwest Athletic Conference Championship recognized BC Bulldog Men’s Soccer when Team Captain Bruno Cascante was named as NWAC All-Star North Region First Team Defender. Coach John Buttle is …
The Federal Way Light Rail Extension
In 1996, King County Sound Transit opened its first light rail. Ever since, Sound Transit has worked tirelessly to expand the light rail all across greater Seattle in an effort …
Bulldogs In The Lead, Men’s Basketball Beats Competition in Opening Home Game
On Nov. 25, Bellevue College Men’s Basketball won their first home game, with a score of 81-59, against South Puget Sound. Bellevue College Men’s Basketball is in the lead with …
“A Story To Tell Again Now”一 The BC Theatre’s Fall Play, “The Crucible”
The opening night began beautifully with a haunting arrangement by Dr. Brian Cobb emanating throughout a darkened stage. Soon, ambient purple lights engulfed the stage, and the show began. “The …
Finding Warmth Amidst The “Seattle Freeze”, From One Transplant to Another
When I think of Seattle, I often refer to popular movies and TV shows that use the city as their setting and background, such as “10 Things I Hate About …
The Undying Legacy of 6 7
The 6-7 meme is among the most enduring of recent fads, still raging in popularity today. Parents hear their children shout it whenever possible, and high school teachers are burdened …
Grandpabot: A Solution to Overcoming Grief or a Continuation of the Loneliness Epidemic?
Can grief be dealt with through automation? Is digital immortality possible? 10 years ago, these questions would have been impossible to answer, but nowadays, modern scientists have managed to come …
Bellevue College Protest: How the Budget Cuts Affect Our Faculty
Due to a state-budget shortfall, Bellevue College needs to cut $4.7 million to balance its budget. The recent dissolvement of the School of Business and Technology and the termination of …
Bulldog Days, A Recap
Fall Quarter is in full swing, Bulldogs, so hopefully you’re taking care of yourself amidst midterms! This week was BC’s quarterly Bulldog Days, an opportunity to show school spirit, enjoy …
“There’s Light At The End Of The Tunnel”, BC Women’s Volleyball Win Final Home Game Before NWAC Championship
The home game on Friday, Nov. 7 had the Bulldogs staying true to themselves for a sentimental finale of their 2025-2026 season. Winning 3-0 against Whatcom Community College, Bellevue’s overall …
Budget Cuts Discussion Continues Despite Stark Frustration Regarding Administrative Communication
“The optics are looking really bad in divisions with staff, things that are being said on campus and talked about among staff,” said one attendee at last week Monday’s budget …
“If Not This, Then What?” Bellevue College’s Oct. 29 Budget Town Hall Meeting
“If not this, then what?” was a prevalent question asked on Wednesday Oct. 29 at 3 p.m, when Bellevue College held its second Budget Town Hall for this quarter. Ty …
BC Theatre Dept. To Showcase Arthur Miller’s 1953 “The Crucible” In Fall 2025 Amidst Tight Political Climate
The Bellevue College theatre department’s Fall 2025 play of choice is “The Crucible” by Arthur Miller. Widely considered a masterpiece, this timeless classic challenges American ideas of power, intolerance and …
BC Filmmaking Club Explores Crime Genre in New Projects
Each quarter, the Bellevue College Filmmaking Club (BCFC) collaborates in creating short films, as well as participating in competitions like commercials and movie trailers. In the past, the club has …
“Proposal” Follow Up: The Plan and Its Implications
On Sep. 22, Bellevue College’s Provost Office sent out a brief email outlining a proposal to dissolve the School of Business and Technology, and eliminate the Parent Education Program. Many …