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We’re making headlines at Bellevue College. Take a look at the latest events, innovations, and student achievements detailed in our news and stories. From alumni profiles to institutional success, we are proud of the stories that make Bellevue College the region's college of choice.
Bellevue College to Host Annual Job Fair May 8
Bellevue College is excited to announce its upcoming Networking and Job Fair on May 8, 2024, inviting students, alumni, and community members to explore a wide range of employment opportunities.
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College Receives Conservation Grant | National Wildlife Federation
Bellevue College was among seven colleges and universities awarded grants ranging from $7,500 to $10,000 as part of the EcoLeaders® program funded by Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom’s College and University Grant Program. The grants will be used to conduct research, restore habitat and advance conservation education for threatened and endangered species within their communities.
Bellevue College Alum Candidate for Miss Universe Philippines 2024
Kiara Landon, 23, of Olympia, Washington, is competing for the right to represent the Philippines at Miss Universe 2024 in Mexico. She is a registered nurse who earned her associate degree in nursing from Bellevue College.
Neurodiversity with Sara Sanders Gardner | Access Utah
Sara Sanders Gardner is the openly autistic designer and developer of Bellevue College's nationally recognized Neurodiversity Navigators program. As director of the program, they design curriculum, teach cohort classes, lead a team of staff, faculty, and peer mentors, and work to support disability inclusion and access across campus.
Bellevue College Ranked #13 in the Nation for Online Learning
For the third consecutive year, Newsweek has collaborated with the respected global data firm Statista to unveil America's Top Online Colleges and America's Top Online Learning Providers 2024. Rankings are based on a survey of over 9,000 online learners, as well as our research about the institutions. Bellevue College is ranked in the top 20 - just below Harvard and Yale.
BC Receives Grant from National Science Foundation
The National Science Foundation has awarded Bellevue College a $749,543 grant that will assist in the development and execution of the Pacific Northwest Open Extended Reality Initiative.
IIDA Student of the Year – Espe Zivkovic
A recent graduate of Bellevue College's Interior Design program, IIDA Northern Pacific Chapter's student council president, and a student board leader on campus, Zivkovic wins the IIDA Student of the Year award.
Bellevue College Still Working on its AI Policy
As educational institutions increasingly explore the potential of AI in enhancing learning experiences, BC's ongoing work in shaping its AI policy serves as a noteworthy case study.
BC Alumna Launches Thrive Causemetics to Empower Women
BC alumna, Karissa Bodnar launched Thrive Causemetics, a vegan direct-to-consumer cosmetics brand, in 2015. Thrive Causemetics offers cosmetics that are cruelty-free, vegan, and formulated with safe ingredients. Bodnar’s goal is to empower women through beauty. Bodnar’s success speaks for itself – global net sales topped $136.5 a mere 8 years after its founding.
Best College Towns in Washington | WorldAtlas
Seattle Metropolitan Area’s third-largest city, Bellevue, is located in King County’s Eastside region between Lake Washington to the west and Lake Sammamish to the east. The city is home to Bellevue College, the state’s third-largest higher education institution and the largest among the 34 institutions that form the Washington Community and Technical Colleges System. This public college offers various academic programs besides specialized education degrees and support programs for students with disabilities. With 10,200 residents, 1,300 businesses, and 45,000 employees, Downtown Bellevue is currently Washington’s second-largest city center. The city houses many sites of interest, including the Bellevue Arts Museum, KidsQuest Children’s Museum, Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue Botanical Garden, and a small baseball stadium named Bannerwood Park.
How the Supreme Court’s Affirmative Action Ruling Could Affect Washington Universities and BIPOC Students | South Seattle Emerald
Last week, the U.S. Supreme Court in Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. President and Fellows of Harvard College ruled that Harvard College and the University of North Carolina’s usage of affirmative action violated the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. With the ruling, The Supreme Court has mandated that race can no longer be a factor in college admissions.