News & Cultural Events

TRiO & MCS will be traveling from the Bellevue College to Seattle University on May 1st 2012 from 12:30 to 3:00 for a campus visit! Participants will also be able to:  

Gain an understanding of the campus, meet with university staff and instructors, tour the campus, and enjoy lunch with other prospective applicants

Applications are available at the TRiO frotn desk. Space is limited so you must register in advance.  The cost of this event is free to TRiO & MCS participants!

May 10th, 2012 at 3:00
Please join us (Thursday) May 10th, 2012 at 3:00 in N201 as we celebrate the academic achievements of Bellevue College’s TRiO students.

Budgeting & Savings Strategies!

Learn about making budgets, managing money, establishing credit, proper use of credit cars, and credit reports.

Tuesday, April 17th, 2012

Session 1: 11:30am to 12:15pm
Session 2: 12:30pm to 1:15pm
Location (C120-A&B)

Sponsored by MCS & TRiO Student Support Services

There will be 2 math review sessions for next week. One is scheduled Tuesday morning, and another for Wednesday late afternoon. I will come prepared with materials to review, especially important, math concepts to know for finals. However, you are more than welcome to bring your questions to the workshops. Please take advantage of this time to prepare for your math final.

Tuesday, March 13:               B230 A (Fishbowl)        9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Wednesday, March 14:          B230 A (Fishbowl)        2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

February 23rd, 2012 at 3:00
Please join us (Wednesday) February 23rd, 2012 at 3:00 in N201 as we celebrate the academic achievements of Bellevue College’s TRiO students.

February 24th, 11:30pm to 12:30pm in S201

The first portion of this workshop will cover searching for schools, preparing for campus visits, questions to ask college officials, understanding transfer deadlines, writing a successful personal statement, applying for schools and financial aid.

The second portion will cover what to expect when you transfer to a 4 year college or university.  Topics include, but are not limited to:  the differences between a community college and university, adjusting to a larger academic environment, resources and more.

(EVENT CANCELLED) SAVE THE DATE
FEBRUARY 8^TH, 2012
WASHINGTON STATE TRiO
CIVIC LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
STATE CAPITAL – OLYMPIA, WA

 REGISTRATION FORMS & MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON!

Students will:
-         learn about the legislative process and self-advocacy
-         have the opportunity to discuss current issues with their representatives
-         make connections with other TRiO students across the state
-         Lunch & T-Shirt Included

 $25.00 FEE PER PARTICIPANT PAID FOR BY TRiO

For more information contact Ron Holland at 425-564-4162 or ron.holland@bellevuecollege.edu

TRiO Student Support Services will be traveling to Western Washington University Friday, March 2nd for their Transfer Discovery Day!  We will be leaving the Bellevue College Campus at 9:00am and returning at 4:30pm.  There will be an optional breakfast from 9:00am to 9:30am, and we will provide boxed lunches for lunch on the Western Washington University campus from 12:00pm to 12:30pm. 

Come enjoy a campus tour, panel presentations with students and faculty, and view a residence hall! 

(Pre-Visitation/Transfer Workshop: February 24th, 11:30pm to 12:30pm in S201)

• Where

  Bellevue College: B230A or S301

• Description

  I hope you will find the review sessions helpful as you prepare for finals. There will be flyers for this event posted around the TRiO area to help remind you of the upcoming sessions.As I have mentioned before, I will come prepared with various materials, but it will …be beneficial for you to come prepared with questions or letting me know what you would like to be working on. If you are not able to stay for the whole session or will be joining later, that is absolutely okay. Note the room number, so you know where to find us. Room B230A is the fishbowl in the B-building, the room directly in front of you as you walk upstairs to the 2nd floor. Room S301 is the 3rd floor in the Science Building. Before Thanksgiving Holiday: • 11/22 (TUE) 2:30 PM – 5 PM B230 A • 11/23 (WED) 2:30 PM – 5 PM S301 Week before FINALS: • 12/1 (THURS) 2:30 PM – 5 PM B230 A • 12/2 (FRI) 2:30 PM – 5 PM S301

Don’t forget to take a look at the TRiO Monthly New November Issue!

Budgeting & Savings Strategies!

Learn about making budgets, managing money, establishing credit, proper use of credit cars, and credit reports.

Tuesday, April 17th, 2012

Session 1: 11:30am to 12:15pm
Session 2: 12:30pm to 1:15pm
Location (C120-A&B)

Sponsored by MCS & TRiO Student Support Services

Don’t forget to take a look at the October edition of the TRiO Monthly News

Check out the 2010-2011 Bellevue College TRiO Factbook!

November  17, 2011, 12:30-3:30
Regardless if you are just begingging your college career or if you are a quarter away from graduation, visiting your perspective college campuses is very important.  Travel with us to the University of Washington Seattle Campus on Thursday, November  17, 2011, from 12:30-3:30   For more information, contact Ron Holland phone: 425-564-4162 or ron.holland@bellevuecollege.edu.

November 3rd, 2011 at 3:00
Please join us (Thursday) November 3rd, 2011 at 3:00 in N201 as we celebrate the academic achievements of Bellevue College’s TRiO students.

October 31, 2011, 12:00 – 1:00 pm (B230A, The Fishbowl)
Regardless if English is your first language or not, come celebrate the various languages of TRiO together and come practice conversation with non-native English speakers!  It is a wonderful time to get to know other TRiO participants and a wonderful time to enjoy food from around the world!

October 21, 2011, 11:30-3:00
Regardless if you are just begingging your college career or if you are a quarter away from graduation, visiting your perspective college campuses is very important.  As admissions to many of the larger universities becomes more competitive, consider the University of Washington’s Bothell campus.  With over 20 majors, it is a wonderful alternative.  Travel with us to the their beautiful campus to vist their transfer fair on Friday, October 21, 2011 from 11:30-3:00pm.  For more information, contact Ron Holland phone: 425-564-4162 or ron.holland@bellevuecollege.edu.

October 10, 2011, 12:00-1:00pm (S-301)
The first portion of this workshop will cover searching for schools, preparing for campus visits, questions to ask college officials, understanding transfer deadlines, writing a successful personal statement, applying for schools and financial aid.

The second portion will cover what to expect when you transfer to a 4 year college or university.  Topics include, but are not limited to:  the differences between a community college and university, adjusting to a larger academic environment, resources and more.

September 30, 2011, 12:00 – 1:00 pm (B230A, The Fishbowl)
College level textbooks contain 16-percent of academic vocabulary that often makes classroom readings harder to comprehend, not to mention it may contribute to assigned readings taking that much longer to complete.  By taking part in TRiO’s English Language Assistance Orientation, you are taking the first steps to becoming part of a program that provides tools and resources such as electronic reading pens (which reads vocabulary terms and provides a quick definition in a matter of seconds), electronic translators (which translates vocabulary to your native language), trained tutors that are able to break down key concepts, academic vocabulary center talk-times, advising, second language study tips, and language celebration events!

If you are new to Bellevue College and TRiO for the year of 2011-2012, don’t forget to sign up for the TRiO First Year Experience class.  Talk to your advisor for more information.

If you are a TRiO participant who has not taken the TRiO class (HD120) please contact me via email as soon as possible to get an entry code and register.  Remember for many of you, this was a requirement that you were asked to complete when you entered the program, so now is a perfect time to complete it.

Benefits:

• Two FREE elective credits!
• One full hour of English/Math tutoring during class
• Learn how to study for tests, get assistance with writing and math skills, increase your reading comprehension, reduce test anxiety, and build academic confidence
• Be part of a managed study group to help you succeed in your classes
• NO HOMEWORK!

HD 120     TRiO Learning Strategies for Student Success • 2 CR

https://www.ctc.edu/cgi-bin/rq080 

Recommend placement in ENGL 089 or above. For TRiO students only. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

Please join us in welcoming 30 Students from the Yakima area visiting Bellevue College and TRiO on July 12th, 2011 from 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm in C130 A&B.