When you think of Bellevue College, what comes to mind? Most alums are reminded of our qualities of innovation, diversity, and educational excellence. In this first issue, we celebrate the first year of our president’s tenure, our history, our unique Occupational Life Skills (OLS) associate degree, our Veteran students, our Running Start students, the accomplishments of our faculty, and our rich culture of diversity and student involvement. By enriching student life through leadership opportunities, personal learning and cultural experiences, we are committed to building a campus community that fosters creativity, innovation and student success.
Created by the College Relations staff, this edition of the magazine marks an historic occasion as well as calling attention to our upcoming 50th Anniversary. In January, Dr. David Rule capped his first year as president of Bellevue College, the ninth president in our 47-year history. A feature article in this issue will give you a chance to learn more about Dave.
As we approach our 50th Anniversary in 2016, we are calling for public and alumni support by sharing your personal story of involvement with Bellevue College, volunteering to join the anniversary planning committee, or offering a donation. And if you have old photos of your, or your mother’s, father’s or grandparent’s time at BC, we would be very grateful if you shared them with us.
Finally, we want to thank all of you for your continued support of Bellevue College. BC is a unique and special place and none of what we do could be accomplished without the generosity and interest given by our community.
~ The BC Magazine Staff
Last Updated October 3, 2016