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Three students selected for 2024 All-Washington Academic Team
Three Bellevue College students are being recognized at the state level for their academic achievements this year.
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Recognizing International Transgender Day of Visibility
Dear BC Community,
This year Bellevue College will celebrate the 13th annual International Transgender Day of Visibility which occurs on March 31. It’s a day to acknowledge and recognize the many accomplishments and victories of transgender and gender-nonconforming people. It’s also a critical opportunity to deepen our understanding of the threats and challenges they continue to face.
Notes from the President
Dear Colleagues,
Bellevue College has a new mural on campus! This colorful artwork called Unity, by the renowned artist Teddy “Stat” Phillips, can be seen in the courtyard just north of the Student Union/C building.
Message about the invasion of Ukraine
Dear BC Community,
The news and images coming out of Ukraine over the past 48 hours are frightening and disturbing for all of us, and especially for those who have connections with the region. Many of our students and employees are members of the Ukrainian community and have family and friends in and near the war zone. Know that we care for and support you all.
Notes from the President
Dear Colleagues,
This February Bellevue College celebrates Black History Month: an annual, month-long observance which recognizes the lives, legacies, and accomplishments of Black people in the United States, and globally.
Notes from the President
Dear Colleagues,
On Monday, Jan. 17, Bellevue College will observe the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday.
Notes from the President
Dear Colleagues,
In honor of the LGBTQ+ community, Bellevue College at long last has a rainbow crosswalk! The pedestrian crossing is located at the top of Landerholm Circle and is a visual symbol to the entire BC campus and the Eastside of our commitment to and support of the LGBTQ+ community.
Notes from the President
Dear Colleagues,
ctcLink is here! On behalf of the entire Bellevue College community, I want to express my sincere admiration and thanks to every person who contributed to the launch of ctcLink.
Notes from the President
Dear Colleagues,
I am enjoying spending more time working on campus this quarter and seeing and chatting with more students and staff. I am eagerly anticipating the day when more of us are working on-campus.
Notes from the President
Dear Colleagues,
This October we celebrate Latino Heritage Month! Many thanks to the hard work of students, student clubs, faculty and staff who have planned an exciting lineup of events throughout the month highlighting Latino political representation, entrepreneurship, the fight for social justice and workers’ rights, access to education, and much more. And each Wednesday, virtual lunches celebrating Latino leaders will be held, beginning with civil rights activist and United Farm Workers Union of America co-founder Dolores Huerta. Please share with your students and colleagues!
Notes from the President
Dear Colleagues,
The Flu Team, Cabinet, and I are working to finalize the College’s vaccination protocol based on the new proclamation from Governor Inslee that vaccinations are required for all higher education employees.