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College Ranked No. 1 in Washington in Newsweek’s ‘America’s Best Colleges for Women 2026’
Bellevue College, a public, open-admission institution serving students across Seattle's Eastside and the Puget Sound region's technology corridor, has been ranked the No. 1 college for women in Washington state in Newsweek's America's Best Colleges for Women 2026.
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October Calendar | The North American Post
Volunteers needed for the ninth annual Japan Week at Bellevue College on Saturday, Oct. 11.
Starting fresh: Renewing your career via education | The Seattle Times
Bellevue College is mentioned in a story about returning to education in pursuit of a career change.
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.
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.
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,
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.