Important
- New students must complete the New Student Checklist including New Student Orientation (NSO) on Canvas and attend a New Student Enrollment Session (NSE) before meeting with an advisor.
- Advising for bachelor’s degree programs is handled by the program manager (PM) and/or program chair for your bachelor program of interest. They can provide you with specific information about your degree of interest, its requirements, and an educational plan for that program.
- Running Start students with remaining high school completion requirements must meet with a Running Start Advisor.
Director of Advising: Vacant
Associate Director: Nate Goodman | nate.goodman@bellevuecollege.edu | 425.564.2212
The Advising Team
Catherine Lopez
New Student/Exploratory Advising
Biography:
Advising Specialty: New Student/Exploratory Advising Pronouns: She/Her/Hers Languages: English, Tagalog (conversational), and Bisaya All About Catherine Education: Bachelor of Arts in Human Development from California State University, East Bay (CSUEB) What can Bellevue College do for you: College is full of new experiences. It can be overwhelming at times, but the staff at Bellevue College especially advisors …more about Catherine Lopez
Cesar Rangel
Humanities & Communication Advising
Biography:
Advising Specialty: Humanities & Communication Advising and the University Transfer Center Specialist Pronouns: He/Him/His All About Cesar Education: Associate of Arts from Bellevue College; Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences from the University of Washington; Masters of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of Washington. Hobbies and/or interest: In my free time …more about Cesar Rangel
Crickett Watt
STEM Advising
Biography:
Advising Specialty: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) advising including computer-related fields, engineering, general science, etc. Pronouns: She/Her/Hers All About Crickett Education: Associates in Nursing, Maricopa Gateway College, bachelor’s in Psychology, University of Alaska Anchorage, Masters of Education with emphasis on counseling and career counseling, University of Alaska Anchorage What advice would you give a student: For …more about Crickett Watt
Eli Ballesteros
Program Coordinator
Biography:
Pronouns: He/Him/His All About Eli Education: Bachelors in Anthropology (Currently completing master’s in information management Specializing in User Experience and Information Architecture) What can Bellevue College do for you: Bellevue College can help open many doors to opportunities for you weather that be in 2-year, 4 years, or certificates! No matter your situation Bellevue College …more about Eli Ballesteros
Hillary Burk
Technology and Data Advising
Biography:
Advising Specialty: Technology and Data Advising Pronouns: She/Her/Hers All About Hillary Education: Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and Composition, Minor in Environmental Studies from the University of Washington; Master’s of Education in Leadership in Higher Education from the University of Washington. What can Bellevue College do for you: Bellevue College can open doors to …more about Hillary Burk
Jonny Diehl
STEM and Pre-Professional Health Advising
- Email: j.diehl@bellevuecollege.edu
Biography:
Advising Specialty: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) advising including computer-related fields, engineering, general science, etc. Also Pre-Professional Health advising including pre-Medical, pre-Dental, pre-Pharmacy, pre-Veterinary, etc. Pronouns: He/Him/His All About Jonny Education: Bachelor of Science in Biology from Brigham Young University Idaho; Master of Science in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the University of California …more about Jonny Diehl
Marina Melnik
Health Sciences Advising
Biography:
Advising Specialty: I advise for the Health Science Pathway, which includes many programs within Health Sciences, Education & Wellness Institute (HSEWI) Pronouns: She/Her/Hers All About Marina Education: Bachelor of applied science in Information Technology and Administrative Management from Central Washington University. What can Bellevue College do for you? Bellevue College can help you reach your …more about Marina Melnik
Nate Goodman
Associate Director of New Student Programs
Biography:
Advising Specialty: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Pathways. Pronouns: He/Him/His All About Nate Education: Bachelor of Science in Earth and Space Sciences from the University of Washington, Washington State Geologist in Training License, Master of Science in Higher Education Administration from Southern New Hampshire University. What can Bellevue College do for you: Bellevue College …more about Nate Goodman
Sadia Mazid
Health Sciences Advising
Biography:
Advising Specialty: Health Sciences Pronouns: She/Her/Hers Languages: Bengali and Hindi (partial) All About Sadia Education: Bachelor of Business Administration with a major in Human Resource Management (BRAC University, Bangladesh), Master of Business Administration with a major in International Business (University of Dhaka, Bangladesh), and Doctor of Philosophy with a concentration in Adult Education and Human …more about Sadia Mazid
Shavón English
Visual & Performing Arts Advising
Biography:
Advising Specialty: I advise for the Visual & Performing Arts Pathway Pronouns: She/Her/Hers All About Shavón Education: Bachelor of Arts in African American and African Studies and Bachelor of Science in Human Development from the University of California, Davis; Master of Education in Educational Policy and Leadership Studies from California State University Sacramento. What advice …more about Shavón English
Stephanie Herrera
Business Advising
Biography:
Advising Specialty: Business Pathway Pronouns: She/Her/Hers All About Stephanie Education: Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with a focus in Management & Marketing from Seattle University What can Bellevue College do for you: Bellevue College is a place for growth and knowledge, offering a supportive environment where students can pursue their passions and develop new …more about Stephanie Herrera
Stephanie Zamora
New Student/Exploratory Advising
Biography:
Advising Specialty: New Student/Exploratory Advising Pronouns: She/Her/Hers/Ella Languages: English, Spanish, and American Sign Language (minimal) All About Stephanie Education: Associate of Arts in Sociology from Los Angeles Valley College, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from California State University Northridge (CSUN), Master of Science in Counseling, specializing in College Counseling and Student Services from California State …more about Stephanie Zamora
Teresa Descher
Social Sciences, Public Service & Community Engagement / Student Athlete Advising
Biography:
Advising Specialty: Social Sciences, Public Service & Community Engagement Pathway and Student Athlete advising. Pronouns: She/Her/Hers Contact Information How to contact Teresa: Microsoft Teams
Yanhan Zhao
Business Advising
Biography:
Advising Specialty: I advise for the Business and Technology & Data Pathways. Pronouns: She/Her/Hers All About Yanhan Education: Bachelor of Arts in International Trade from Liaoning Normal University; Master of Science in Educational Leadership and Management from SUNY Potsdam; Master of Education in Education Entrepreneurship from the University of Pennsylvania. What can Bellevue College do …more about Yanhan Zhao
Last Updated June 20, 2025
