Bellevue College International Education & Global Initiatives

There will be no class held on May 25, and all Bellevue College offices and the BC campus will be closed in observance of the Juneteenth holiday.

Juneteenth is a US federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery, marking the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, finally learned of their freedom.

[[Alt text: Bellevue College announcement graphic with a campus fountain background stating “No Class, Campus Closed” on Friday, June 19 in observance of the Juneteenth holiday.]]

Volunteer Opportunity #1🎓 International Graduation Celebration
📅 Tuesday, June 16
🕙 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 U208/209

Volunteer Opportunity #2🍦 Summer Ice Cream Party Welcome
📅 Thursday, July 16
🕑 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 On-Campus Student Housing

RSVP to volunteer using the link in our bio and join us in celebrating our graduating students and/or helping us welcome new students while celebrating the summer season!

Thursday, June 18 is Student Success Day. No class will be held, but the Bellevue College campus and all offices will be open.

[[Alt text: Bellevue College announcement graphic with a graduation ceremony background stating “No Class, Campus Open” on Thursday, June 18 for Student Success Day.]]

Celebrate graduation with fellow international students before the quarter ends! Get an extra raffle ticket upon entry when you RSVP on the form on our bio!

Join us in U208/9 on June 16 from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM for:

- Food and refreshments!
- A chance to meet and connect with other graduates!
- Graduation photos with caps, gowns, and fun props!
- A raffle with prizes!

There will be no class held on May 25, and all Bellevue College offices and the BC campus will be closed in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.

Memorial Day is a U.S. Federal Holiday remembering and mourning military personnel who died while in service.

[[Alt text: Bellevue College announcement graphic with white flowers in the background stating “No Class, Campus Closed” on Monday, May 25 for the Memorial Day holiday.]]

Are you planning on attending the Bellevue College Commencement Ceremony this June? Make sure you’re ready to walk the stage and celebrate all your hard work with friends and family! Here are the details so you can make your plans:

📅 Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
🕒 Time: 2:30 PM
📍 Location: T-Mobile Park (really easy to access from Bellevue by the new line on the light rail)

Important Reminder: With the FIFA World Cup happening this summer, hotels in the Seattle area will book out quickly. We highly encourage your guests to secure accommodations as early as possible!

Don't forget to apply for Graduation and Sign Up for Commencement if you plan on attending. Follow the link in our bio for more information on Bellevue College graduation and the 2026 Commencement Ceremony.

We’re so proud of our soon-to-be Bellevue College graduates and can’t wait to celebrate your big moment!

[[Alt text: Three Bellevue College graduates in caps and gowns smiling and holding diplomas in a large, crowded outdoor commencement celebration.]]

Happy Spring Quarter, Bulldogs! 🌷We hope you are enjoying all of your new classes and all of the fun welcome week activities. Here's to an awesome quarter ahead! 🎉

Spring is cominggg 🌸🌿
Bellevue College just hits different when the sun is out ☀️

Who else is ready for sunshine + outdoor study sessions? 🌿📚

[[Alt text: Sunny spring day at Bellevue College with campus signs, banners, students walking, and clear blue skies.]]

Heads up, Bulldogs! 🐾

There will be no classes on March 3 as campus will be closed for Professional Development Day.

Take the day to rest, catch up, or recharge! We’ll see you back soon 💙

[[Alt text: Graphic announcing Bellevue College campus closed Tuesday, March 3 for Professional Development Day. ]]

Heads up, Bulldogs! 🐾
Bellevue College will be closed on February 16 for Presidents’ Day, a federal holiday in the U.S. that honors the contributions of past presidents.
Enjoy the day off, we’ll see you soon! 💛💙