Get “Involve”d with Student Organizations at BC
For students here at BC, being part of the community may seem daunting at first. What activities and events are even available? How do you get to the right place? …
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The 2027-2028 FAFSA Has Opened!
The 2027–28 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opened on Sept. 23, the earliest public launch of the form to date. The application determines students’ eligibility for federal financial …
Seattle’s Newest Local Celebrity is a Raccoon
Jimothy the raccoon has recently gained attention on social media when Seattle residents shared photos, videos, and updates about his appearances around the city. Jimothy is believed to have short …
Get Ready for Bumbershoot 2026
Come one, come all, to an experience like no other. Seattle’s acclaimed music festival Bumbershoot is back for another Labor Day weekend at Seattle Center. This two-day event will take …
What to Know About National Parks This Summer
For many Americans, summer means road trips, hiking trails and visits to national parks. However, this season growing crowds, staffing shortages and environmental challenges are placing increased pressure on some …
Lake 22: A Guide to the Alpine Wetland Hike
Lake 22 is situated on Mount Pilchuck and features mountain views, a wetland and a peaceful lake at the end of the trail. The trail itself is a round trip …
SEVENTY48 Northwest Maritime Race
133 paddlers, rowers and peddlers gathered in Tacoma this May for the 2026 SEVENTY48 race, an endurance event that challenges participants to travel roughly 70 miles from Tacoma to Port …
Do We Love The Same Sounds Universally?
Music is mystifying in all of its simplicities, representative of one of the sensory experiences that can be understood scientifically, so it begs the question of why music compels us …
The Blue Dot Fever Phenomena
In 2026, many big-name music artists are cancelling major tours left and right for undefined reasons. Some have cited unexpected health conditions, personal battles and mental health instability. However, it …
Clavicular is an Insecure Teenage Girl, and He Won’t Get Better Until He Accepts It
On May 15, influencer Brandon Peters, known as Clavicular online, was taken to court over an alligator shooting case. Peters is being charged with unlawfully discharging a firearm in public …
Zohran Mamdani – Outreach and Controversy
Sworn in on January 1, 2026, Zohran Mamdani is New York City’s 112th mayor. Responsible for the lives of more than eight million Americans, his administration strives to provide for …
Mental Health Awareness Month
Mental Health Awareness Month, which happens every May, encourages conversations about emotional well-being, stress, anxiety and access to care. In 2026, those conversations feel especially relevant as technology, social media …
Artist D4vd Charged with First-Degree Murder
The recent arrest and charging of rising indie artist D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, has quickly transformed him from a viral music success into the center of …
The Boys: A Parody of America
On April 8, 2026, Prime Video launched the final season of its hit superhero drama, “The Boys.” Like other hero-theme shows like Amazon’s “Invincible” and Disney’s “Daredevil: Born Again,” “The …
Why Protein is Everywhere
Once associated with athletes and bodybuilders, you can now find it in supermarkets in everything from breakfast cereals and snack bars to iced coffees and desserts. This surge is driven …
Lake Hills Farm Fresh Produce Local, Family-Owned and Fresh!
I had the joy of visiting the family-run Lake Hills Farm Fresh Produce Stand last Friday, where I picked up beautiful handmade bouquets made of tulips, daffodils and peonies. The …
Project: Hail Mary – A Blueprint of Cinematic Adaptation
Amazon MGM Studios’ “Project: Hail Mary” was released in theaters on March 20, becoming the company’s fourth movie to debut in cinemas nationwide. Directed by Phil Lord and Chris Miller …
A New Box To Put Students In
A student has many responsibilities. They have to feed and bathe themselves, some are responsible for putting a roof over their head, doing chores for their parents, taking care of …
Earth Month at Bellevue College: All The Activities in Week 4 of Spring Quarter
Earth Month occurs during the month of April and aims to encourage sustainable practices and raise awareness about how we can protect the environment. Bellevue College is celebrating Earth Month …
The Ongoing Plastic Shortage
A shortage of plastic might not sound like a major global issue, but right now, it’s affecting everything from food packaging to cosmetics, especially across Asia. This has been a …