Editor’s Message

Fall is one of the most exciting periods at a college because it’s the start of something new for so many students. The campus is filled with smart, inspired students ready to take advantage of BC’s breadth of offerings – both in the classroom and in the many extracurricular options of student life. Bellevue College is our community’s college and we share our community’s values. Most BC alums, and most Bellevue residents, can identify with the eager anticipation our students feel when they see the opportunities of innovation, diversity and educational excellence that BC offers.
In this issue of “Exceptional” we celebrate the founding of the Bellevue College RISE Learning Institute (Research, Innovation, Service and Experiental Learning) with an interview featuring Dean Dr. Gita Bangera, we show the many ways that our college supports and promotes our international presence, feature the innovative learning opportunities provided by community gardens on campus, and spotlight “Belletrist,” the literary magazine, as well as calling attention to our upcoming 50th Anniversary.
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 making a donation. And if you have old photos of your, or your mother’s, father’s or grandparents’ 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 distinctive place and none of what we do could be accomplished without the generosity and interest given by our community.

~ The “Exceptional” magazine staff

Last Updated October 3, 2016