Arnazella, Literary Magazine Advisor: Jeffery WhiteOffice Location: R 230Website: http://bellevuecollege.edu/english/arnazella.htmContact Information: (425) 564-3084The literary and arts staff welcomes fellow students who are interested in organizing and publishing Arnazella, BCC’s literary and arts publication, which features essays, short stories, poetry, and art from artists and writers across the Northwest. Earn up to 15 elective credits for the academic year, and gain experience in editing and publishing. For further information visit the Arnazella websiteBack to the top |
ACCESS Center / Women's Center Advisor: Cheryl VermilyeaOffice Location: 2nd Floor, Student Services BuildingWebsite: http://bellevuecollege.edu/wcContact Information: (425) 564-2279The Student ACCESS Center/Women's Center provides a variety of information and referral services for all students and members of the community. These information and referral services include: Classes and workshops Compass for Success class for unemployed worker/workers exploring new options CONNECT! Class for non-native English speakers Career and Life Planning class for women in transition Taking the Next Step class for women in transition One-on-one resource advising Community services referralBack to the top |
Athletics Advisor: Bill O'ConnorOffice Location: G100Website: http://bellevuecollege.edu/athleticsContact Information: (425) 564-2454BCC currently offers 10 intercollegiate sports programs, one of the most extensive athletics departments in our conference (Northwest Athletic Association of Community Colleges). Involvement in these programs not only encourages physical activity in a competitive environment, but also gives you practical experience for developing values such as teamwork, responsibility, goal-setting, respect, and commitment. BCC has established a successful tradition in intercollegiate athletics over the years, which is not only highlighted by many conference titles, but also by the long list of individuals who have used the BCC athletic experience as a step on the way to further educational and professional opportunities.Back to the top |
Alumni Outreach Office Location: Student Programs, C212Website: http://bellevuecollege.edu/alumni/Contact Information: (425) 564-6150The Offices of Student Programs and Institutional Advancement collaborate to contact Bellevue Community College alumni with information about continuing support services available to them. Back to the top |
ASG : Associated Student Government Advisor: ASG president or ASG advisorsOffice Location: C 212Website: http://bellevuecollege.edu/stupro/asbcc/index.aspContact Information: (425) 564-6150All registered students automatically become members of the Associated Students of Bellevue Community College . A student-elected Board of Directors represents the student body through campus-wide involvement and policy-making. The ASG of 2001-2002 was active in parking issues, bylaw revisions, recycling efforts, service activities, recommending annual program budgets, the annual Kids’ Fair, and the ASG spring barbecue.ASG officers are chosen in general elections held Spring Quarter, and special elections are held when necessary. For the exact date of elections, officers’ job descriptions, to apply for a student government position, or to learn more about student governance, activities or clubs on campus, stop by the Student Programs office, C212, Student Union Building. As a member of the college community, you are encouraged to participate in college governance and are free, individually and collectiveBack to the top |
ASG Cultural Activities Committee Advisor: Director of Student Programs, Faisal JaswalOffice Location: C 212Contact Information: (425) 564-6150Established by ASG in 1990, the Cultural Activities Committee allocates funds from the ASG Cultural Activities Contingency Fund to support cultural activities and the objectives of the college’s pluralism efforts. The committee is made up of two faculty or staff members, two Campus Activities Coordinators, and two ASG Board members.Back to the top |
ASG Legislative Committee Advisor: Committee Chair: Jacob PeltierOffice Location: C 212Website: http://bellevuecollege.edu/stupro/legislative/meet.htmlContact Information: (425)564-6046Vision The vision of the Bellevue Community College Associated Student Government Legislative Committee is to represent a collective student voice by being a leader and model in higher Education. MISSION The BCC ASG Legislative Committee is dedicated to advocating on behalf of students on the local, state, and federal level while maintaining the highest standards in transparency, professionalism, and ethics. Through collaborative efforts, we empower students to be civically responsible.
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Business Center Advisor: Faisal JaswalOffice Location: C 105Website: http://bellevuecollege.edu/stupro/info_center/index.aspContact Information: (425) 564-6150The Business Center (in C105) provides a central place to find campus event information, pick up student ID cards, movie tickets, access computer kiosks and purchase supplies for school. Staff is available to answer questions and direct students to the info they need. Back to the top |
Bellevue College American Sign Language Program Advisor: Rick Mangan Website: http://sites.google.com/site/bcaslclubContact Information: Advisor Email: rmangan@bcc.ctc.edu Club Email: aslbcc@gmail.com Our Mission statement: The mission of the Silent Voices ASL program is to extend awareness of Deaf culture to all students, faculty, and throughout the surrounding community. We encourage creating communication ties between Deaf and Hearing people and execute that plan by organizing activities, which provide opportunities for learning, growth, and support in a comfortable environment. Our students are our main priority and we work hard to provide them with every opportunity possible! The ASL Program hosts study groups, game nights, fun outings, guest lectures, workshops parties and much more! We offer students plenty of Deaf contact experiences, tutoring, and support which allow them to develop their ASL skills in a safe environment. We hope you will come join us at all of our events. They are laid back social signing events geared towards all levels of ASL students. Admission is free to Deaf people, ASL Instructors, Former Club Officers, and children under 12. Everyone is welcome at these events, but please leave your voices at home. For more information about tutoring, meeting or event times please visit our website.Back to the top |
*Black Student Union (BSU) Advisor: Henry AmayaOffice Location: C212Contact Information: (425) 564-4064Advisor Email: hamaya@bcc.ctc.edu Club Email:ayiniehailu@comcast.net The purpose of Bellevue College’s Black Student Union is to enhance the overall safety, well-being, and inclusiveness of the college campus through raising awareness about sociopolitical cancers and emphasizing educational scholarship. Bellevue’s B.S.U underscores cultural literacy through community outreach while fostering an understanding of scholastic, cultural and historical relations. The members of B.S.U utilize the resources at hand as the central compass navigating themselves for personal growth as domestic, global, and scholarly citizens. Advisor: |
Cheer Squad Advisor: Hristo StoynovOffice Location: C212Contact Information: (425) 564-6152Advisor Email: hstoynov@bellevuecollege.edu Club Meeting: Every Sunday 6-9pm in CafeteriaClub Purpose: The cheerleading club sponsors tryouts for the BCC Cheer Squad. The Cheer Squad cheers for men's and women's basket ball and performs at other school and community events.Back to the top |
Campus Activities Board Advisor: Faisal JaswalOffice Location: C212Website: http://bellevuecollege.edu/stupro/CAB/Contact Information: (425) 564-2448 or (425) 564-6151The Campus Activities Board, also known as the CAB, provides social, cultural, and educational activities for BCC and Eastside community. Throughout the year, the CAB plans and implements a variety of activities: afternoon concerts in the Union, lectures, and other entertaining events. As a member of the Cultural Activities Board, the CAB also helps plan cultural activities. The Promotions Assistant provides low cost graphic support to all student-funded programs.Back to the top |
Childcare Center Advisor: Betty KaczynskiOffice Location: Q BuldingWebsite: http://bellevuecollege.edu/childcareContact Information: (425) 564-2240E-mail: ljensen@bcc.ctc.edu or pthomas@bcc.ctc.edu Back to the top |
Delta Epsilon Chi Advisor: Karen WilsonOffice Location: R130Contact Information: (425) 564-2680Delta Epsilon Chi is a student organization of instruction and training, the post-secondary level of national DECA. DEC enhances the value of education in marketing, merchandising and management, while preparing students for careers in sales, advertising, finance, retailing and wholesaling, fashion merchandising, and many marketing-oriented occupations. DEC provides opportunity for leadership development, scholastic development, vocational understanding, organizational training, and further development of professional attitude and appearances. Students attend state and national conferences and are given the opportunity to network with professionals from business and industry. It is recommended that a student wanting to participate in DEC enroll in Marketing 290 – Marketing Activities( http://www.bcc.ctc.edu/schedule/marketing.htm ).Back to the top |
Disability Support Services Advisor: Susan Morgan GjolmesliOffice Location: B 132Website: http://bellevuecollege.edu/dss/Contact Information: (425) 564-2498 or TTY (425) 564-4110Disability Support Services (DSS) exists to provide academic accommodation for qualified students enrolled at BCC. Additional goals of the program include providing opportunities to build student skills in self-advocacy, knowledge of institutional systems and resources external to BCC, life growth experiences such as self-reliance and social assimilation. DSS facilitates appropriate referrals to outside agencies and other BCC programs as well as advocating when appropriate.Back to the top |
Drama: Annual Drama Production Advisor: Rob JacksonOffice Location: Carlson Theatre, E 100Contact Information: (425) 564-2416Each Winter Quarter the Drama Department produces a main stage production. Fall auditions are open to the campus community. You can earn Drama class credit for participation in these productions, including construction and backstage work. Professional directors and designers from the Seattle area produce the plays. Each fall and spring the department produces a studio theatre production, with open auditions, as the Drama 280 class.Back to the top |
Dance Productions Advisor: Lyneen PatnoeOffice Location: MS R 230 (Rm E100B)Contact Information: (425)564-3114Dance ProductionsBack to the top |
Dance: Eastside Moving Company Advisor: Betty Ann PlattOffice Location: R 230Website: http://www.bellevuecollege.edu/schedule/dance/Contact Information: (425) 564-2968Auditions are held at the beginning of fall and winter quarters. Dance styles include jazz, modern and ballet. Dancers work with professional choreographers. A major production is held spring quarter in BCC’s Carlson Theatre. Those participating earn 1-5 credits per quarter, with 2 credits being the average. For more information, see Dance 201-203 at: http://www.bcc.ctc.edu/schedule/dance.htm Company class or rehearsals are held Monday evenings in the theatre and Wednesday evenings in the studio. Additional rehearsals, when required, are by arrangement and are held in the studio or theatre.Back to the top |
Intramural and Sports Office Location: G100Website: http://bellevuecollege.edu/athletics/Contact Information: (425) 564-2351The intramural program currently offers midday activities in the following areas: aerobics, basketball, pickleball, volleyball and weightlifting. The schedule is modified each quarter based on demand. Both open-play and league competition are offered each quarter, but are not available summer quarter. Students, staff and faculty are encouraged to participate in the planning and implementation of these or other activities. For more information contact (425) 564-2351, or stop by G100. Program participants are encouraged to arrange for their own medical insurance through the school health plans prior to competition.Back to the top |
International Student Association Advisor: Nora LanceOffice Location: C 212Website: http://clubs.bellevuecollege.edu/ISA/Contact Information: (425) 564-2330 E-mail:nlance@bcc.ctc.edu or isa@student.bcc.ctc.edu The International Student Association is open to any student interested in participating in meetings and activities; membership is free. Meetings are held each week in C211 on Monday from 2:30p.m.-3:30p.m. Please see the Multi-Cultural Services desk in the 2nd Floor of the Student Services Building, or call (425) 564-2905 for more information and specific meeting dates and times. The ISA has annual events such as Halloween Dance, Thanksgiving Luncheon, International Night and Summer Picnics. ISA also sponsors many events with other clubs and programs on and off campus, including the Aki Matsuri Festival in September. ISA is a great place to meet fun people from around the world and work together on fun filled activities. Back to the top |
International Association of Administrative Professionals Advisor: Cindy BoekhoffWebsite: http://www.iaap-lwe.orgContact Information: (425)564-2377Advisor Email: cboekhof@bcc.ctc.edu International Association of Administrative Professionals is an international organization and the world’s largest association for administrative support staff, with more than 600 chapters and 40,000 members and affiliates worldwide. The association works to educate employers and the public about the value of administrative professionals and the advantages of an administrative career. They offer international, division, and local conferences to its members. IAAP sets professional standards through its Institute for Certification and supports business education programs through its Institute for Education.Club Meetings: TBDBack to the top |
Interior Design Student Association Advisor: Michael CulpepperOffice Location: L 114Website: http://clubs.bellevuecollege.edu/idsa/Contact Information: (425) 564-2623Advisor Email: mculpepp@bcc.ctc.edu The Interior Design Student Association (IDSA) is BCC’s interior design program run by students for students. Our mission is to give interior design students opportunities to interact with the professional design community and expand their educational experience beyond the classroom curriculum. Monthly meetings, featuring guest speakers from the design community, are open to all students.Back to the top |
The Jibsheet, BCC Student Newspaper Advisor: Janelle GardnerOffice Location: C212Website: http://www.thejibsheet.com/Contact Information: jgardne@bcc.ctc.eduEnrollment in journalism courses is not necessary to participate as a staff member of the student newspaper. The staff welcomes submissions from students, staff, and faculty who have news, editing, and advertising experience, as well as those who have curiosity but no experience. The newspaper is entirely student-run with occasional help from a faculty advisor. Students interested in joining The Jibsheet staff may contact Rebecca Morris.Back to the top |
Radio Station KBCS-FM Advisor: Steve RamseyOffice Location: Factoria CampusWebsite: http://www.kbcs.fm/Contact Information: (425) 564-2427KBCS-FM 91.3 is a community-service radio station licensed to Bellevue Community College. The station is supported by BCC students, contributing listeners, and the college itself. You can enjoy noncommercial radio featuring jazz, folk, blues, and world music. Other shows include reggae, zydeco, celtic, and bluegrass. Volunteer support staff openings are available for broadcasting, programming, music, production, public affairs, and office duties. Students interested in work-study or volunteer positions at a great radio station should contact KBCS.Back to the top |
Open Computer Lab Advisor: Teri HallOffice Location: N 250Website: http://ac.bellevuecollege.edu/Contact Information: (425) 564-3960The Open Lab has approximately 180 PCs and 20 Macintosh computers available to all registered students on a daily basis. In addition to providing access to the Internet and World Wide Web, the lab maintains dozens of software applications supporting academic and vocational courses. This facility is staffed by student lab assistants, who are available to provide assistance in the use of lab computers. Check the website for more information or for quarterly hours of operation.Back to the top |
Library Gallery Space Advisor: Dale LindmanOffice Location: D124Website: http://bellevuecollege.edu/artshum/galleryspace/Contact Information: (425) 564-2053The BCC Gallery Space provides the entire campus with an opportunity to experience a range of strong visual art. Art and photography by current and former BCC students are on display at the Gallery Space. Artwork of historic and cultural significance and the work of nationally recognized artists are available for public viewing.Back to the top |
El Centro Latino (LACC) Advisor: Germán CubillosOffice Location: C 212Contact Information: (425) 564-6042Club E-mail: german.cubillos@bellevuecollege.edu El Centro Latino provides cultural programs that foster and promote leadership within the community as well as academic excellence and personal success for both Latino/s students and community members. El Centro Latino strives to educate Bellevue College campus on Latino/a issues and the ethnic diversity represented within the Latino community.Back to the top |
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning/Queer, and Allies' Resource Center Advisor: Director :Tim AbramsonOffice Location: C225Website: http://sites.google.com/site/bclgbtqcenter/Contact Information: Program Email :LGBTQ.Director@bellevuecollege.edu Resource Center ‘s location : C212 Phone: 425-564-6041 Description: The mission of the LGBTQ and Allies Resource Center is to generate education, support, visibility, resources, and awareness around LGBTQ related topics and to connect the LGBTQ community together with its Allies. We strive to supply valuable services and resources to the entire LGBTQ and Allies campus population. Back to the top |
Multi-Cultural Student Services Advisor: Ron TaplinOffice Location: 2nd floor, Student Services BuildingWebsite: http://bellevuecollege.edu/mcs/Contact Information: (425) 564-2208Multi-Cultural Student services is open to all students. MCS assists the college in providing culturally sensitive services to students of color, immigrants, and GLBT students attending BCC. Services include assistance with admission, registration, academic and transfer advising, personal and career counseling, Early Academic Intervention, and advocacy. MCS also promotes campus and community cultural events.Back to the top |
Math Lab Advisor: Rose L. PughOffice Location: D207The Bellevue Community College Math Lab provides free drop-in tutorial assistance to students currently enrolled in a mathematics course offered by the Bellevue Community College Mathematics Program. Tutorial assistance is provided by a combination of professional and peer tutors.
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Music: CWMEA Music Education Club Advisor: Tom AlmliContact Information: (425) 564-2686BCC's collegiate chapter of the Washington Music Educators’ Association is open to all students interested in pursuing Music Education as a profession. Though most members are music majors, any interested student may join.Back to the top |
Model United Nations Advisor: Aslam KhanOffice Location: D 200CContact Information: (425) 564-2338Model United Nations is a program that simulates activities of the United Nations and other international organizations. The simulation takes place at the annual national Model United Nations conference in New York over the course of several days, during which students deliver speeches consistent with their country’s point of view, negotiate with other nations, and write and vote on resolutions in an attempt to find constructive solutions to many of the major issues facing the world. Participants develop a better understanding of international relations, the politics of other nations, and how the United Nations conducts its work. In addition, they examine a variety of issues such as peacekeeping, disarmament, economic development, environmental policy, and human rights, and they consider the impact of political, economic, historical, social and cultural factors on foreign policy and international diplomacy.Back to the top |
Music: Choral Music Productions Advisor: Arts & Humanities DivisionOffice Location: R 230 or E 127Contact Information: (425) 564-2341 or (425)564-2686BCC's Music Department offers a variety of performance opportunities for singers: the Symphonic Chorale, Celebration! (the vocal jazz ensemble), the chamber choir, and the solo performance studio. These vocal performing ensembles participate in musical concerts, festivals, tours, student-led programs, and numerous venues at BCC and in our community. Come to the Music Department office in E127 (call (425) 564-2686) or to the Arts & Humanities Division Office in R230 for more information.Back to the top |
Music: Instrumental Music Productions Advisor: Hal ShermanOffice Location: E128Contact Information: (425) 564-4059Instrumental Music Productions (IMP) is allied with the Jazz Band and Jazz Workshop courses. IMP is involved in concerts, tours, festivals, and recordings. Students audition for membership in the award-winning Jazz Band during Fall Quarter, making a commitment for the entire year. Other musicians can enroll in the Jazz Workshop. Auditions may be held for available chairs during the rest of the year.Back to the top |
NW News Office Location: C 212Contact Information: (425) 564-6150Back to the top |
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Peer to Peer Mentoring and Volunteer Program Advisor: Nora LanceOffice Location: C 212Website: http://www.bellevuecollege.edu/STUPRO/mentor/default.aspContact Information: (425)564-6150 Advisor Email: nlance@bellevuecollege.edu Club Email: contact mentorprogram@bellevuecollege.edu To create a responsive and committed environment that guides all new students through the transition into college and supports both strong academic performance and social prosperity at BCC.Philosophy: The peer to peer mentoring program aims to bring the diverse cultures of BCC together in a collaborative effort to improve and enhance all students' academic and social success. Back to the top |
Phi Theta Kappa Advisor: Katherine OlesonWebsite: http://ptkbcc.com/Contact Information: Advisor Email: koleson@bcc.ctc.eduClub Email: contact koleson@bcc.ctc.edu Phi Theta Kappa, a national community/junior college honor society, recognizes student academic excellence and leadership potential and gives members the opportunity for involvement in various campus and community service activities. Active members are eligible for scholarships, travel to conferences and for participation in volunteer activities, which enhance transfer opportunities. The BCC chapter, Alpha Epsilon Rho, requires a 3.5 GPA for membership eligibility. Alpha Epsilon Rho is one of the leading chapters in the region and the nation.Back to the top |
Performing Arts Programs Advisor: Lyneen PatnoeOffice Location: E 100BWebsite: http://bellevuecollege.edu/bccweb/news/artsevents.stmContact Information: (425) 564-3114BCC has many performing arts events occurring on the campus throughout the year. Please visit the Arts and Events website to see what events are currently happening.Back to the top |
Reading Lab Advisor: Jane Janssen and Dr. Gordon LeightonOffice Location: D 202Contact Information: (425) 564- 2494Designed to help students become more proficient readers, the Reading Lab enables students at BCC to register for credit while they become more proficient readers. Students are tested to determine reading vocabulary, comprehension and rate. Appropriate tutorial software, supporting computer programs and other materials are provided to remedy deficiencies. The goal of the Reading Lab is to help students become successful, independent readers who can confidently handle texts and supplementary reading materials in their classes. Students must be registered to use the Reading Lab’s services. Check with the lab for specific hours of operation each quarter.Back to the top |
Student Science Association Advisor: Rob ViensWebsite: http://scidiv.bellevuecollege.edu/sciclub/Contact Information: (425) 564-3158Advisor Email: rviens@bcc.ctc.edu Club Email: britamn@yahoo.com Club Meeting: Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. in C120A The mission of the BCC Science Club is to provide science related education activities and service opportunities to the BCC community. The BCC Science Club is open to all members of the BCC campus and is not exclusive. Earth Week Events http://www.scidiv.bcc.ctc.edu/rv/earthweek/ View the Earth Week Schedule. In the spirit of environmental literacy, the BCC Science Club is sponsoring the seventh annual Earth Week – a week of lectures, demonstrations, information booths, prizes, videos and music! This year's activities include speakers and events from several different fields. Please join us for some or all of these events! Back to the top |
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Service Learning Advisor: Shawn CollinsOffice Location: C212Website: http://bellevuecollege.edu/servicelearning/Contact Information: scollins@bcc.ctc.edu or call at (425) 564-6148Faculty Liaison: Shairose Gulamani Sgulaman@bcc.ctc.edu (425) 564-2311 Serve, Learn and Lead is a project that connects BCC students and community members and unites them through service to our society. Service learning integrates academic curriculum in the classroom with service activity in the community and emphasizes civic responsibility and critical, reflective thinking. Students enrolled in service learning courses serve a minimum of 15 hours at an agency in need and reflect on how that experience illuminates their learning in a particular classroom. Volunteering in your community? Then, why not try to incorporate that experience as a project for a class. Consult with the Serve, Learn, and Lead staff on how to match your experience with classroom credit. For information on scholarships related to service and more about service learning and volunteering in your community, visit the service learning website at http://www.bcc.ctc.edu/servicelearniBack to the top |
Silent Voices Advisor: Rick Mangan Website: http://www.aslsilentvoices.com Contact Information: Advisor Email: rmangan@bcc.ctc.edu Club Email: ross2@u.washington.edu Our Mission statement: The mission of the Silent Voices ASL program is to extend awareness of Deaf culture to all students, faculty, and throughout the surrounding community. We encourage creating communication ties between Deaf and Hearing people and execute that plan by organizing activities, which provide opportunities for learning, growth, and support in a comfortable environment. Our students are our main priority and we work hard to provide them with every opportunity possible! Program Meetings:every Tuesday morning (9:30-10:30 in room C-211) and Tuesday evenings (7:45-9:00 in room R-101) Every Third Friday at Bellevue Square Starbucks from 7:00 p.m. -10:00 pm. Silent Voices hosts: study groups, game nights, fun outings, guest lectures, workshops parties and much more! We offer students plenty of Deaf contact experiences, tutoring, and support which allow them to develop their ASL skills in a safe environment. We hope you will come join us at all of our events. They are laid back social signing events geared towards all levels of ASL students, from those with no signing experience through 103 students and beyond. Admission is free to children under 12, ASL instructors, Deaf people, and our cherished former club officers. Everyone is welcome at these events, but please leave your voices at home.Back to the top |
Tutorial Program Advisor: Caroline ShookOffice Location: C 162
Website: http://bellevuecollege.edu/tutoring/Contact Information: (425) 564-2468BCC’s Academic Tutoring Center offers both one-on-one and group-session tutoring for college credit courses. You can attend any group-tutoring session, no matter what grades you are earning, and if you are earning grades of “C” or below you may be eligible for two hours of individual tutoring per week, when tutors and funding are available.Back to the top |
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Worker Retraining Program Office Location: B131Website: http://bellevuecollege.edu/wrp/program.htmlContact Information: (425) 564-4054Worker Retraining offers tuition and other assistance for those who are currently unemployed or have exhausted those benefits in the past 24 months, for displaced homemakers, and for those who were self-employed in a declining industry. For eligibility, enrollment, and program information, call (425) 564-4054 or attend one of the free orientation meetings.Back to the top |
WorkFirst Program Office Location: B 131Website: http://bellevuecollege.edu/careers/workfirst.htmContact Information: (425) 564-4178The WorkFirst program provides tuition, fee, and textbook assistance for eligible low-income parents in short-term vocationally-based training such as computer certification. WorkFirst ESL is also available. If you qualify, WorkFirst can provide skills training and job search strategies that will help you find a job or move to a higher paying job.Back to the top |