"Update on Bellevue College"

Dr. David May - President

Bellevue College
Dr. David May, President of Bellevue College, will join us to provide a general update about Bellevue College, where the college is headed, how they got here as well as what’s next.

Betsi Hummer will introduce Dr. May.

About the Speaker

Dr. David May began his tenure as President at Bellevue College on July 1, 2023. A Pacific Northwest native, Dr. May has nearly 30 years of experience as an educator and leader in higher education in the state of Washington. Dr. May has focused his career on student success and regional partnerships. Holding a doctorate in political science from Washington State University, Dr. May is an expert in the area of Supreme Court politics. He is passionate about the role of higher education in producing responsible and engaged citizens and as an engine of social mobility.
Recognizing the critical role of public higher education as a point of access, opportunity, and excellence, Dr. May continues to focus on expanding educational opportunities for the entire range of diverse students that make up our region and our state.
In his time off, Dr. May spends time with his wife, daughter, and their dog Roscoe. He enjoys traveling with his family and year-round outdoor activities including biking, hiking, and backcountry skiing.