{"id":65,"date":"2025-12-11T16:08:26","date_gmt":"2025-12-12T00:08:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/60thanniversary\/?page_id=65"},"modified":"2026-05-11T15:38:45","modified_gmt":"2026-05-11T22:38:45","slug":"60th-anniversary-events","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/60thanniversary\/60th-anniversary-events\/","title":{"rendered":"60th Anniversary Events"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Bellevue College is celebrating its 60th anniversary throughout 2026. Join us for a\u00a0Birthday Bash on April 15, the 60th Anniversary Diamond Jubilee Gala on April 18, or help us welcome a new building on campus for arts and innovation in the fall. Our community is just as much a part of Bellevue College’s history,\u00a0and we want to commemorate 60 years of transforming lives with you. See below for event details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Upcoming Events<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Year-End Celebration and Excellence Awards for Staff and Faculty [internal]<\/strong>\u202f <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Wednesday, June 3, 2026\u202f 
3:00\u20135:00 PM\u202f 
Bellevue College, U-Building Ballroom\u202f <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Since 1984, there have been 188 recipients of the Bellevue College Faculty and Staff Excellence Awards. These awards recognize outstanding faculty and staff members who demonstrate a commitment to excellence through their contributions to the campus and to the community.\u202f\u202f\u202f <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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W Building Ribbon Cutting<\/strong>\u202f <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Thursday, Dec. 3, 2026\u202f 
3:30\u20135:00 PM\u202f 
W Building<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Bellevue College is growing and transforming to serve students and the community at the intersection of technology and art. This progress strengthens Bellevue as an Eastside hub, producing a highly skilled workforce for key industries.\u202f\u202f <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Join us later this year for the ribbon cutting of the new W Building\u2014designed to enrich student experiences and foster innovation\u2014slated to be fully operational in early 2027.\u202f<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Past Events<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n
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President\u2019s Annual Breakfast<\/strong> [external]<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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60 Years Together\u202f <\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Friday, February 6, 2026\u202f 
7:30\u20139 AM\u202f \u202f 
Bellevue College, U-Building Ballroom\u202f <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Foundation donors, corporate partners, and community champions are invited to learn more about Bellevue College and our commitment to empowering students, supporting alumni, and strengthening our region.\u202f <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Golf Scramble\u202fand Athletics\u202f Fundraiser<\/strong>\u202f\u202f <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Monday, March 30, 2026\u202f 
12:00 PM Shotgun start\u202f\u202f 
Glendale Country Club\u202f\u202f <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Hit the links for a day of fun and friendly competition! Build your own foursome or meet new friends on a stunning course. Every swing supports Bellevue College athletes\u2014Go Bulldogs!\u202f <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Bellevue College\u2019s Big Birthday Bash<\/strong>\u202f <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Wednesday, April 15
11 AM\u20131 PM
C-Building Lobby and Courtyards<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Join us for Bellevue College\u2019s Big Birthday Bash as we celebrate our college with cake, photos, and plenty of Bellevue College spirit. This lively event has been combined with the Spring Involvement Fair so there’s lots to see and do. Students, staff, faculty, and alumni are all welcome at the celebration. Food trucks and light refreshments will be available.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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60th Anniversary Celebration<\/strong>\u202f <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Diamond Jubilee\u202f <\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Saturday, April 18, 2026\u202f 
5:30 PM\u202f 
Bellevue College, U-Building Ballroom\u202f <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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This milestone event will bring together Bellevue College\u2019s most dedicated supporters for a night of connection, inspiration, and purpose. Together, we will raise critical funds to support student success and strengthen our impact across the region.\u202f <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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