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Commencement 2025 Archives

February 23, 2023

Baccalaureate 2023

Baccalaureate is a reflective ceremony planned and led by members of the graduating Class of 2023 in collaboration with the Bates Multifaith Chaplaincy. The ceremony is designed to celebrate the graduates’ journey through Bates and beyond, and the event speaks from the languages of those from many religions, spiritualities and traditions and combines poetry, music, dance, and reflection.

February 10, 2023

Celebrate With Bobcat Lawn Signs

Want to show your Bobcat pride? Download one of our printable PDFs.

November 22, 2024

Traditional garments, elegant gowns, and out-of-this-world ou…

At the Bates Trashion Show, one person’s trash is not just another’s treasure, but perhaps even another’s trend.

November 21, 2024

Bates announces nine faculty appointments to endowed professo…

“Endowed professorships at Bates are a testament to the high aspirations of Bates donors and a powerful recognition of the sustained excellence of our faculty,” said Malcolm Hill, vice president for academic affairs and dean of the faculty.

November 21, 2024

Retiring after 14 years, Bates Museum of Art Director Dan Mil…

Mills has overseen dozens of exhibitions, encompassing multiple mediums and groupings of artists, including contemporary works from Saudi and Native American artists.