Tim Bartz is a very busy guy. In addition to being a third-year student at OLS®, Tim is also simultaneously earning his theater-concentrated AA at Bellevue College. When he’s not busy earning two college degrees at once, he’s doing what he loves – working as an Assistant Stage Manager for theatrical productions at Bellevue College. ...more about OLS Student Receives Kennedy Center Meritorious Achievement Award
On a rainy day in January, OLS students, faculty and staff came together to pay it forward at our annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Service Project. Each year, in an effort to provide comfort and warmth to those in need, our students make No Sew Blankets by cutting and tying sheets of fleece together ...more about OLS Students Pay it Forward
One of my favorite things about being a part of OLS is hearing all of the wonderful student stories from our instructors. Our students are the driving force behind this blog, and it is my pleasure to introduce you to them through the many stories, lessons and experiences that they share over the course of ...more about OLS Fall Service Project
Our own Al Lewis, VP of Economic & Workforce Development at Bellevue College, was featured in an in-depth interview with 425 Magazine. Find out more about Al and what he has to say about OLS at Bellevue College here.
“Ten Years ago, October 17 2003, I was hit by a car. After that, I thought my life was over, and I wouldn’t go anywhere in life. I finally decided to attend OLS at Bellevue College in 2009. With this program, I learned about The Brain Injury Association of Washington while researching for my internship. ...more about Alumni Stories: Kate
“My name is Evan. I graduated from OLS in June of 2012, and I’m now working for a catering group on the Microsoft campus called “Compass Group”. Currently I’m a food prep worker. My job tasks includes preparing variety of food items such as bacon, breakfast potatoes, fajita mix (green and red peppers and yellow ...more about Alumni Stories: Evan
We are proud to announce our very own OLS Student Nate Ward was featured in 425 Magazine. He was interviewed on his experience with OLS and what the experience in our program has been like for him. “ is a program designed to give students basic education and training they will need to succeed in ...more about Student Stories: Nate Ward Featured in 425 Magazine
OLS at Bellevue College is proud to have been named 2015 Innovation of the Year. Established over 30 years ago, this award recognizes significant community college innovations that improve the ability of institutions to serve their students and communities. Find out more at www.league.org.
