International Advising & Engagement


International Education (IE) Advisors

The International Education (IE) and Global Initiatives division has advisors just for international students.  IE Advisors will provide information to make a successful academic plan.  IE Advisors also have specific knowledge related to F-1 immigration rules and regulations and can specifically help you with the following:

  • immigration rules and regulations
  • cultural and life adjustment issues
  • the U.S. education system
  • the U.S. health care / medical system and insurance

To make an appointment with an IE Advisor, please call the front desk at (425) 564-3185 or locate your advisor below and contact them directly: 

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Aidrien Wilkins
International Student Advisor
Advising ELI and College Students with Last Name starting with letter “I, J, L, N, O, P, Q, R, & S”
Email: Aidrien.Wilkins@bellevuecollege.edu
Phone: (425) 564-6205 Make Appointment with Aidrien

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Angela Leung
International Student Advisor
Advising International Business Professionals, ELI, and College Students with Last Name starting with letter “A, B, M, T, U, V, W, X, Y, & Z
Email: Aleung@bellevuecollege.edu
Phone: (425) 564-3074 Make Appointment with Angela

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Carla Honkanen
International Student Advisor
Advising International Business Professions, ELI, and College Students with Last Name starting with letter “C, D, E, F, G, H, & K
Email: Carla.Honkanen@bellevuecollege.edu
Phone: (425) 564-2505 Make Appointment with Carla

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Kathryn Pappas
Assistant Director of Admissions and International High School Completion
Advising All International High School Completion Students
Email: Kathryn.Pappas@bellevuecollege.edu
Phone: (425) 564-3221 Make an Appointment with Katie

Major / Department Advisors

Major or Department Advisors typically help students to understand specific information about their major or program, including:

  • class planning and proper course selection
  • educational and career exploration
  • university transfer admission and major department requirements
  • BC degree and certificate requirements

The Academic Advising Office is located on the first floor of the U Building. For more information about Academic Advising click here: Meet an Academic Advisor

Last Updated October 26, 2023