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Bellevue’s Innovation Exchange Set to Reveal New Civic-Technology Advancements | 425 Business

Bellevue College President David May was a keynote speaker at the City of Bellevue's Innovation Exchange event on Oct. 16.

Bellevue College to Host 9th Annual Japan Week 

The community is invited to attend the ninth annual Japan Week Oct. 6-9 for Bellevue College students and Oct. 11 for the public.

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Bellevue Innovation Exchange Showcases Civic Tech Advances to Enhance Municipal Services | Hoodline

Bellevue College President David May was a speaker at the City of Bellevue's Innovation Exchange on Oct. 16.

Bellevue College President Dr. David May on campus.

President’s Message: Welcoming Students Sept. 22

Whether you’re returning from being off contract, a summer adventure, or you have been on campus during the summer months, welcome to fall. As we step into the new academic year, I’m thankful to begin it alongside all of you.

Spreading climate science across the curriculum | Community College Daily

The climate justice across the curriculum model was developed by faculty at Bellevue College and North Seattle College, and the broader program came about due to requests from a group of college presidents, vice presidents of instruction and faculty members,

Bellevue College President Dr. David May

President’s Message: Wrapping Up Summer, Looking Ahead to Fall

As the summer quarter closes, I hope you find time to rest and recharge before the new academic year begins. This summer was a busy one with our highest student enrollment since 2018.

New Foundation Board Members Give Back 

Two local businesswomen have joined the Bellevue College Foundation Board of Directors to give back to a college that, they say, has had such an impact on their lives. 

King County Awards $1.2 Million to Veterans Program

Thanks to a $1.2 million King County grant, Bellevue College will soon be able to provide case management and funding assistance to underserved student veterans. The grant is aimed at equity, supporting those who have low income, a disability, are BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, homeless, or re-entering society from incarceration.

Bellevue College President Dr. David May on campus.

President’s Message: Welcoming Students, Centering Our Values

This week marks the start of summer quarter, and I am happy to welcome the nearly 6,000 students who are taking classes on campus and online.

Bellevue College's 1983 women’s track-and-field team.

Sports Association Honors Bellevue College Teams, Athletes  

The Northwest Athletic Conference, a regional sports association, honored two Bellevue College teams and two student athletes at its annual Hall of Fame event in June.