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Changing the Game: Learning Chemistry While Incarcerated
Most educators love teaching classes with engaged students. One such class that Dr. Sonya Doucette, a chemistry professor at Bellevue College, taught was filled with 18 curious, attentive, and excited-to-learn students. They were also incarcerated.
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Madrona K-8 Jazz Ensemble honored at Bellevue College Jazz Festival | My Edmonds News
For the second year in a row, the Madrona K-8 Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Matt Edwards, earned one of three “Outstanding Ensemble” awards at the 28th Annual Bellevue College Jazz Festival Friday, Feb. 6.
Politics are everywhere. Is Super Bowl 2026 different? | The Seattle Times
Sebastian Mayer, a political-science professor at Bellevue College, discusses politics in sports.
Lenovo’s Qira is a Bet on Ambient, Cross-device AI—and on a New Kind of Operating System | TechSpective
Associate Adjunct Professor at Bellevue College Daniel Rasmus provides a unique perspective on Lenovo’s Qira.
Her mother died. Why she brings it up every time a new semester begins. | The Enquirer
On a gloomy Monday after the Thanksgiving holiday, one of my most driven and responsible students sent me a message before class asking if I could stay on Zoom after the meeting to talk about something “personal.”
Bellevue College, Western Washington University Unveil Transfer Admission Agreement | 425 Magazine
Bellevue College, in partnership with Western Washington University, has announced a new transfer pathway that guarantees admission to Western for Bellevue College students who complete a transfer degree.
Bellevue College | Daily Journal of Commerce
Bellevue College announced that Jazmyn Clark, Smart Justice Policy program director at the ACLU of Washington, will be the keynote speaker of the college's annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. event.
40 Under 40: 2026 | 425 Business
Three Bellevue College alumni join 425 Business's newest cohort of 40 Under 40 honorees.
How Bellevue College is Celebrating 60 | 425 Business
Bellevue College is turning 60 next year — and in honor of the milestone, it’s starting, in January, a year-long celebration encompassing a series of community events, an alumni award, and a new magazine.
Lead + Follow: Bellevue College’s David May | 425 Magazine
This month’s edition of Lead + Follow — a Q&A section dedicated to further understanding the personal and professional mindsets of area business leaders — features David May, president of Bellevue College since 2023.
Bellevue College Receives $1.8M from Late Educator | 425 Magazine
Bellevue College recently accepted a $1.8 million donation to the Bellevue College Foundation from the late Daniel J. LaFond, a former instructor and counselor at the school.