Well Wishes
To my little boy, Tyler, who will always be my little son. Has grown to be a man I am very proud of. Wished he could be that little boy for few more years. Thank you Bates and all the faculty for taking care of my son. He is one of my greatest treasure. CONGRATULATIONS!!! To my son and all the graduating class of 2025!!!!
Bates Class of 2024,
With heartfelt love and respect, we celebrate your accomplishments. Be kind, stay true to your values, and live life passionately. Congratulations!
Hugh and JoJo Crossen
Kindness and understanding to change the world!
Congratulations Isabelle!!! You are amazing!!! You have the brightest light, the greatest joy and an abundance of love that you share with those all around you. We are so excited for you and your path ahead.
Congratulations to the Bates Class of 2024 and a special congratulations to Faith Chiama Nwando!! You did it love!
Fly away and find your place in this world but always know your path home. We love you and couldn’t be prouder!!
Isabelle!!! Congratulations on your big day!! I am so proud of you and all the great things you will go on to accomplish next!
Do good and avoid evil!
Congratulations Teddie, we love you!!
Congratulations Teddie! We love you!
Congrats Rodrick! I knew you could do it! Keep up the great work! #BatesGrad #TotalEclipseoftheHeart #Graduation24
I am so proud of you, Anna Banana!!! You’re so inspiring and i’m so glad i have such a strong, smart, and successful big sister to look up to. Keep being your badass woman-in-STEM self!!
Happy Congratulations Class of 2024!
Congratulations our Sasa – we love you!
Mom and Dad
Well done Katherine
Congratulations, Paola!!! You already know you are incredible, and I hope you always remember that. I love you so much and am overjoyed with pride.
❤️ Marleigh
Happy graduation Devin Harris I am so glade u are graduating can’t believe u made it now all u gotta get throw is work lol I love u see u in a little.
Jermiah Germain
I’m very PROUD of you! Your amazing , creative and strong minded. Your a gift to our family!! Thank you for loving me and respecting me and laughing with me alway. Your the humor of my heart! I’m glad to be alive to see this day. I’m BLESSED to be your auntie. I’m certain God is rejoicing on your VICTORY, always REMEMBER God will never stopped LOVING YOU and has the BEST to come for you.
Erin Kamaka Malu Hanlon! Ho’omaika’i me kealoha.
YASSSS KING
You in the real world now fool !!
Muchas Felicidades, Ulyses. Every family member and ancestors are proud of you! We love you so much.
So proud of your amazing accomplishment!!!
Congratulations Za.. So proud of you and everything you’re doing and becoming. Keep up the Great work. Love you
Dear Madie, Maddy, Hanna, Emma, Sadie, Isla: Way to KP to the finish line. You’ve done good, Job well done. We wuv you lots!! You better come visit or we will simply come to you…
Best wishes to the Class of 2024…
I love you Isabel May…I’m so proud of you <3
Congratulations Aaliyah!!!
Dear Hanna, Madie, Maddy, Isla, Sadie, Emma: Way to KP ur way to the finish. You’ve done good, job well done. We wuv you lots! Pls come visit or we will come to you…
Dear Graduates,
Congratulations on this incredible achievement! As you step into the next chapter of your life, remember to be kind, be brave, and have integrity. These qualities will guide you through every challenge and opportunity. Wishing you all the best for a bright and successful future.
We love John Crossen!
#proud
XOXO
Dad and JoJo
To Lowell Hairston congratulations on completing this phase of your life journey. You make us all proud.
WOOOO!!! You did it, Nicky!!! We are so unbelievably proud of you. Love you so much!
Congratulations Bobcats!!!
So proud of Livia!
Woo hoooo! Congratulations Alec Colacitti! We are so proud of you!!! Love you, Mom, Dad, nic
Fly away and find your place in this world but always know your path home. We love you and couldn’t be prouder!!
You the MAN!
Sasa, well done! Congratulations on you 2024 graduation, xo
We love you Devin Harris!!! We are so proud of you and the young man you’ve grown to be. this next journey will be your best yet!! We LOVE YOU
Congrats Rowley! So proud of you! #Bates2024 #zooweemama #Congrats
Congratulations Alex Suny!!! We love you!!! The Band
Muchas felicidades, mi nieto adorado. Que alegría verte cumplir otra meta más.
Good Job
Ulyses,
Your family from Oregon is incredibly proud of your accomplishments and the many more ahead. ¡Si SE PUEDE! Muchos abrazos y besos.
Congratulations Stella! Your big event and well deserved.
Congrats to our grand girl Helena May Raddock —- you did it with style and highest honors! So so proud of you! Gram and Pop pop
Congratulations, Charlotte Rubin! We are very proud of you!
We love you Ava and any wait to see what wonderful things you do next!
Congratulations class of 2024! We wish you all the success and abundance of opportunities to make a positive difference in the world.
Congratulations Jaimie Fairchild! Im so proud of all you’ve accomplished and so excited gor your next chapter in child education. Shoot for the moon kiddo
Zoo wee mama!!
Congratulations Andrew! You made it and we are so proud of you!
Love,
Mom, Dad, William, and Christopher
Congratulations to our first granddaughter on her graduation. Love you, Livia!
Congratulations Teddie. Super proud of everything you’ve done at Bates. Looking forward to your next chapter at BU. Love you.
Congratulations on your new beginning! We are so proud of you
Zoo wee mama!
Congratulations for your focus & determination to make Bates a rewarding experience! WE ❤️YOU & SO PROUD OF YOU!! KEEP ON!!
Congrats Mallika & the class of 2024!!!!
Love you boo thang, congrats on graduATEing❤️
Feliz gruduacion! Tienes una familia loca pero te queremos
Recuerda siempre contar con nosotros y la verdad no hay familia perfecta porque lo perfecto aburre
Congratulations! Class of 2024. Best wishes for you all.
Congratulations Dr Rubin
You did it and you made it look so good !! Love you Ulyses !!!
Throwback to when my two philosophical heroes met. Congrats WaWa, you have come a long way!
Congratulations, Paola! We love you and are so happy for you!
I am so proud of my cousin Tad Koenigsbauer. #baconbuddies #cookiestealing
Keep going. On this hard road, you are the architects of your own destiny
Congratulations to the class of 2024! We love you, Elias, and couldn’t be more proud of you!!
God bless you Juan Carlos !
Congratulations!
We wish the best of you
Beyond proud of you and your incredible accomplishments! ¡Lo lograste Ulyses!
CONGRATS TAD!
Good luck, class of 2024!!
Ongratuloncay arlotteschay binoray
We are ready to celebrate our Bobcat!
Congratulations to the Bates College Class of 2024!
Your hard work, dedication, and perseverance have brought you to this incredible milestone. As you step into the next chapter of your lives, may you carry the knowledge, experiences, and friendships you’ve gained at Bates with you. Embrace the challenges and opportunities ahead with the same enthusiasm and resilience that brought you here.
Congratulations , John, on your graduation from college! JoJo and I are so proud of all your achievements. Your hard work and dedication have truly paid off, and we are excited to see what amazing things you’ll accomplish in the future. Keep reaching for the stars!
Congratulations and much love to my sweet and smart grandson, Evan Wells.
Congratulations Abigail H. on a job well done! We know you will always shine in everything you do. All our Love. Grandpa & Grandma C..
Muchas felicidades mi Paola que Dios te bendiga por tu esfuerzo mi Paola y que venga muchos más logros TE QUEREMOS
Pao tu esfuerzo y dedicación han dado fruto no te detengas y sigue cosechando exitos y bendiciones
Quiero felicitarte profundamente, estamos muy orgullosos de ti y deseo que esta nueva etapa de tu vida este colmada de éxitos y bendiciones
Pao quiero felicitarte profundamente, estamos muy orgullosos de ti y deseo que esta nueva etapa de tu vida este colmada de exito y bendiciones
Pao. Muchísimas felicidades. Que Dios continúe bendiciendo tu vida y llene de muchos más éxitos. Un fuerte abrazo en la distancia.
Paola we love you and we are proud of you! Congratulations on this special day! Mi Nina
Congratulations Alex! We are so proud of you and so happy for you! Enjoy every minute!
Alex Voight Shelley
Alex Voight Shelley
Well done! We are so proud of you! Congratulations on a very happy and successful journey! Love you
Devin Harris
Words cannot express how happy and proud I am of you for this accomplishment . YOU ALONE DETERMINE YOUR DESTINY. As you go forward find happiness in every day. Set a plan and get to work. There is a whole tribe cheering for you! Love Mom
Congratulations Bates Men’s Basketball on your achievement. Wishing you all the success and happiness life has to offer as you embark on the next phase of your life.
Congratulations to the Bates college graduating seniors and our grandson Noah Timmer! We wish all of you success and happiness in the future!
Yuri, I am so proud of you for successfully completing your four-year journey and finally graduating from Bates.
Congratulations on your graduation, Yuri!!
I support and bless you as you have worked towards your dreams and will continue to make those dreams come true.
Your family in NJ
Congrats!!! Prinnes Wilson, so proud of all your accomplishments. Wish you more blessings in your next chapter of life. Enjoy your celebration!! – lil cousin Milana.
CONGRATULATIONS my dear Aru,
Though we are separated by distance on your graduation day, I hold onto this message to express how much I love you and how proud I am of you. Chiquita, the essence of life is simple: we are here to be as happy as we can be. Just as you have brought me unparalleled happiness as your mom, I want you to be infinitely happy.
I am, and forgive me all other moms, the proudest and happiest mother on earth.
Te amo, mi niña.
With all my heart,
Patricia Vargas
Congratulations Prinnes!
You did it! Proud of you and wishing you much success!!!!
Congratulations on all of your hard work Ethan! We are so proud of you! Love, Your Family
Hooray!!! Prinnes, Congratulations on your outstanding accomplishment. Keep going and enjoy the ride. Family in North Dallas sending ♥️
Congratulations to all you Covid babies! Great accomplishment!
Good luck to you all in the future and a shout out to firstborn Luke Janak. Love you
Keep on the sunny side, always on the sunny side. That’s you Miles! ♥️
Paola Gómez: Princess, you don’t know how grateful I’m with God for your accomplishments, and I want to tell you I’m very proud of you. After your dedication, perseverance and hard work, you are paying off. Wishing you the best my dearest Princess. I know it won’t be the last success. God bless and guide you always and give you wisdom to make any decision in your life. We love you so much.
Best wishes to you Mr.Princes Wilson , there are no word to describe how proud I am of you
you took on this journey with a breeze and made the best of it with extraordinary accomplishments, your hard work and determination Deserves to be celebrated
May God continue to guide you through your life journey as you Continue to grow into the man that He has intendeds you to be, a leader ,strong humble, Ambitious ,successful and highly favored indeed…I love u more ❤️auntie Deb
Prinnes A. Wilson. Congrats on crossing the finish line! I am proud of your accomplishment, and I’m excited for you! Make sure to take some time to smell the roses, and enjoy the moment. You earned it.
Congratulations!!!
I am very happy for you. I wish for this next chapter of your life to bring you great success. You are very inspiring with the way you live your life because you have shown that hard work really does pay off.
Congratulations Prinnes !!!
During the holidays in 2001, your Mom sat Pop and I down and presented us a puzzling gift. It was a book about how to be grandparents. We were excited once we realized that our first grandchild was coming soon. As things evolved it turned out that no book was needed as you taught us.
I used to prop you on my knees, look directly into your beautiful blues and discuss with you history, politics, the weather, the growing up process. You intently looked into my eyes and I could see you processing and filing away all this data. It was during this time you had all your admirers tote you all over while you concentrated, pointed your finger and said “dat?” Sometimes you would puzzle over an object then return to it. Always when you wished us to giddyup, you would point to an object further away and begin again.
After giving us the gift of you, you introduced a food blessing you had learned in nursery school. As the whole family gathered around, you sang the blessing while encouraging all of us to join you. That exact blessing is still used at all family dinners. Some family members have mentioned updating the blessing we use. As it was a gift from you, I’ll never change what we use. I thank you for the blessing of your blessing gift.
Once you began toddling, you became my chunky munchkin no more and were a kind and gentle fellow. You played every sport available and even dabbled in hip hop dancing. Nothing caught your interest until you joined swim team at age 8. The swim team leaders taught you techniques and proper form for all the strokes you learned. You absorbed these lessons and then spent hours on your own practicing during your pool visits. Swimming was now Ethan’s sport. We have been unable to get you out of the water yet!
Your natural intensity allowed you to concentrate and excel in swimming. You belonged to a club team all year. Beginning in high school and all through college you swam for your schools setting and breaking records along the way. In the summers you did not dry out but instead became a life guard which included teaching younger kids how to swim. Life guarding enabled you to turn your sport into an income producing pastime while working out the wiggles.
As you graduate from Bates and prepare for postgraduate studies, I’m looking forward to what you accomplish. I know you’ll keep being kind and gentle. I bet you’ll intensely read and research, for after all you need to know what “dat” is and how “dat” works. Your craving for knowledge has done you well bringing much to you and those surrounding you. I am proud of you and all your Ethan-ness which I hope will continue to shine bright. I love you unconditionally and will always, my no longer rolly poly baby.
Prinnes, congratulations! Your determination and hard work have paid off beautifully. I thank God for blessing me with such a remarkable young man. My heart is overflowing with joy, and I couldn’t be prouder of you. Here’s to your incredible achievement! CHEERS!
I love you, Mommy
Princess: I’m grateful with God for this big accomplishment . your dedication and hard work is paying off. Congratulations, we’re very proud of you. We love you so much
Congratulations RACHEL LIAZOS! All your hard work and determination have paid off, and I couldn’t be more proud of you. Enjoy your day and celebrate your well-deserved success! You’ve earned it!!!! Love you lots, Uncle Steve.
RACHEL LIAZOS! Congratulations 2024 Bates Graduate! You are a shining star with an enormous heart to all that are lucky enough to be in your orbit! I love you so much! Mom
Well done, Sir Max McKersie. Dancing on the Bates Summit!
Let’s go cats!
Congratulations, Fiona Cohen!
Lots of love, Aunt Pauline
Congrats on your major accomplishments!!
Bates uniquely fosters independence and growth through a natural and loving setting. So proud to see your growth. Be sure to celebrate yourselves!
Hi Son. I am so very proud of you. You have created a tremendous opportunity for yourself. You have your whole life ahead of you. Make a difference. Leave the world a better place.
Congratulations Mia!! We are so proud of you! Love Granny, Joe, Tracy,, Kelsey and Shannon
Congratulations to all of you warriors in the class of 2023!!!
Special congrats to Justin O’Leary. We couldn’t be more proud of your hard work and dedication, and the young man you’ve become. There’s nothing you can’t do, kiddo. Dream big!!
Congrats, baby bro! Hard to believe you’re all grown up and ready to take on the world. Love you, ‘Than!
Congratulations, Uncle Nathaniel!
Congratulations to the class of 2023!
Lauren, your students are going to be so blessed to have you as their teacher! Your presence is a gift to all that know you. We love you and wish you all the love and happiness in the world. Love, Mom and Jay
Congratulations!
Congratulations Julia Goldstein. I’m so proud of you. I live you. Ruff ruff
Congratulations to the Class of 2023 and a special congratulations to Julia Goldstein!
Congratulations to the Class of 2023 and a special congratulations to Julia Goldstein!
Congrats Mia
The class of 2023 is going to “Rock the world”! What a wonderful, talented intelligent group of young people !
Jasmine Candelaria-
We are so proud of you! You did it! There is no limit on the blessings God has in store for you. Keep reaching for the stars as you shine in the next chapters of you life. ❤️
Love Mom and Dad
Long May You Run…. ❤️
Congratulations to my grandson, Ryan Weitzel, and to the rest of the graduating class of 2023 from Joanna Starr, Bates Class of 1964!
Congratulations Drew and the amazing class of 2023! Can’t wait to see the places you will go from here. Love, Mom, Dad and Julia
Whoop whoop! Congratulations to the class of 2023 (including my “kid”, Chris!)! Proud of all of the work you’ve done and excited to see what you do next!
So so proud of you Claire. Big adventures await you.
Congratulations and Love, Jack. We are so proud of our Mathematician!
Grandma and Granddad
Talia Mass Kurlansky
So proud of you and everything you have accomplished so far. Most importantly you have remained the kind, determined, sweet soul you have always been. I know with that and every experience you have gained thus far, you will be an asset wherever you go!
We can’t wait to hear at all your next adventures to come.
We love you,
Cuz Sari, Matt, Sofia, and Branden
Tasha! How timely or eerie that this pic turned up from Great, Great Uncle Bob [Chute]’s files on the eve of graduation. He took a keen interest in all your endeavors—whether tackling the NYT crossword, playing music, or discussing your shared idealism. He was so proud that you and Bates chose one another. I’m so sorry Uncle Bob couldn’t be with us at your Commencement but let’s imagine he is.
Tasha Kaluzynski! Congratulations to you and your Class of 2022 friends who are graduating today! Woohoo! Set yourself free and so good in the world!
Congratulations to Natasha! We’re so proud of you and excited for the adventure that awaits you. Come to California soon – we miss you!!
Love,
Cousin Nicole, Eddie, and Opal
Congratulations to my fellow philosopher. I am especially proud of your fight for
Food Justice. #foodfirst #whereisdinner #deepthoughts
Congratulations!
Go forth and shake things up.
— Chris (Uncle)
Hearty good luck and congratulations Natasha K. & graduates! Job well done to take yourselves and our world to better and higher places and standards of achievement.
Congratulations Natasha Kaluzynski! You and your classmates have successfully met the challenges of a most unusual college experience. We wish you and all of your friends a glorious future, knowing you have the knowledge, wisdom, and strength to meet the coming joys and challenges. But first, take some time to celebrate! Love always, Grammie & Kung-kung.
Talia- so proud of you!
Congratulations Margy Schueler! We are so SO so PROUD of you.
Congratulations and Best Wishes to Men’s Lacrosse Seniors!
Oliver Allen
Walter Braun
John Farrell
Max Kim
Kyung Phil Ko
Jack Lousararian
Christian Olivieri
Liam Orifici
Bobby Purcifull
Pierson Rambusch
Jackson Sell
Griffin Smith
Dylan Williams
To our son Oliver Wan: Congratulations on your momentous milestone! We are so proud of you and your accomplishments! Well done! Here’s looking forward to another amazing and new chapter! Love you lots!
To my daughter Elise Lambert so proud of you on your amazing journey at Bates . Could not be prouder of you ! Love you Dad
To our dear grandson Caleb Bolden: You are kind, you are commpassionate, you are hard working, and you are a very accomplished Bates soon to be graduate. Your Nannie and Poppy are so very proud of all your achievements and your Bates Baccolarate Degree at Bates College in Psychology. Love and Hugs
Congratulations Matilda Farnham Siegfried, Bates 2021.
So proud of your accomplishments, grace and strength!
We love you!
Congratulations to Frank Alvarado and his family on this special day. Everyone at Bell Multicultural High School in DC is so proud of Frank and his accomplishments. Pride, poise, and perseverance!
Ezra Clarke! from the UK. Many congratulations on your graduation day. A great accomplishment! Love Mum and Dad. We are very proud of you.
Congratulations, Rex. Wishing you continued success and happiness in everything you do. So proud of you!!!
–Love, Grandma Doris and Grandpa Bob
Congratulations Tiauna we are so proud of you!
You are our first grandchild to graduate college.
We love you so much!!!
Congratulations to my very wise and critical thinking granddaughter, Anna Hadar, who will work to reorient the Restorative Justice Movement .I am so proud of you! And thank you Bates College and the American Studies Department for giving Anna the tools to forge ahead.
Congratulations, Lily Edelman-Gold ’21, scholar, climate change activist, waterpolo team co-captain, soccer player, world traveler! We are so proud of you and can’t wait to see what you do next! Love, Mom, Dad, and Jonah
Congratulations on your many accomplishments while you have been students at Bates! You have enriched the campus community, and as alumni, we look forward to seeing how you will enrich other communities as you take what you learn out into the world.
Congratulations to this year’s graduates after a challenging year! A shout out to Kali Brown ’21 on rising up to the challenges and staying focused and representing the 5th generation of Browns to graduate from Bates! Four years rowing, four years working campus jobs, student teaching during Covid and landing a dream job! Bravo! XOXO Mom and Dad
Ryan,
“Talent sets the floor, character sets the ceiling.” – Bill Belichick
We are so so proud of the man you have become.
Congratulations, you are off to great things!
We love you so much!
Love,
Mom, Dad, Rachel and Miles
Congratulations to my Godson Berhardur
Magnusson Mc Comish on your graduation from Bates College. It as been a pleasure watching you grow Into the person you have become and as an athlete. So very proud of you and your accomplishments.
Sending love and best wishes for the future.
Margaret
Congratulations, Sam! We’re so proud of you!
Congratulations on your achievement Amy Duren! We are proud of you and can’t wait to see where life will take you!
Congrats Class of 2020! Thank you for sharing your journeys with us. Campus Life is celebrating you today!
To our most resilient class in a long time, my very best wishes to you all. There is nothing you can’t conquer!
To Kaelyn Woods … We have loved watching you grow up, and now you have the world at your fingertips! The adventure continues and we will always cheer for you!
Congratulations class of 2020! Félicitations! I wish I could be there to celebrate with you, especially those of you with whom I’ve worked over the past years. With you today in spirit, and always here for you… A plus!
To Zachary Farm — we love you so much! We are so proud of you!
Love Anna Louise, Mark, Caitlyn, Teddy, and Anders
We are so proud and incredibly happy for you! I know this is different than we all envisioned, but it doesn’t take away from everything you have accomplished. We love you!!
Congratulations Casey! We are so incredibly proud of all you have accomplished at your time at Bates. Love, Mom, Dad, Charlie and Yaz
Congrats to you Annie on your graduation from Bates College! We are bursting with pride and we can’t wait to see what your future holds for you. With tons of love, ox
Jim Stevens!
Congratulations! I’m so excited for you and for your future.
Love always
Lynn
Congratulations Anna Glass on your graduation! Best wishes for future success and happiness.
Happy Graduation! So proud of the wonderful person you are. Can’t wait to celebrate in person.
Amy,
Congratulations on some of the best and hardest 4 years of your life. We are all SO proud of all the things you’ve accomplished in these 4 years. I cannot wait to watch you grow more and kill it in the real world!!! Keep up the hard work!
Love,
Rachel
“Thank you Bates College for such abundant opportunities, challenges and friendships. Issy- we are so very proud of you and wish you many, many more years of happiness, creativity, fulfillment and love. You are unique and talented – never, ever lose your essential ‘Issyness’!”
Congratulations Stephen Friend and the class of 2020!!!
James – we are so proud of you today and every day. We can’t wait to see all that you accomplish. Xx
Congratulations to our granddaughter, Isabelle Rovinski! So proud of you. Love you, Grams & Grandpa
Congratulations class of 2020. 4 years in the making and you have made it. Show the world what is to come. Very proud.
CONGRATULATIONS AMY DUREN!!!! We are all so proud of you and can’t wait to celebrate!! We love you!!! Love, Lex & CJ
Congratulations to Tim Kaplowitz. Well done!
We are so proud of you Alexander ! Congratulations on your outstanding achievements culminating in successfully completing your degree at Bates! You have impressed us each year growing, maturing, & changing into a adult both equipped as well as motivated to move forward in the world. From move in day, to your focus on the law, a wonderful study abroad experience in Florence, and developing so many treasured friendships, your time at Bates has been exceptional. We love you & wish you all the blessings of a boundary-less future. Love, Mom & Dad
Congratulations to Nick. We are incredibly proud of you, and, although there’s probably no way to replace time at Bates, we know many other great days lay ahead for you and your classmates. We are as amazed by the man who is now leaving college as we were by the newbie who entered four fast years ago. Enjoy graduation tomorrow, different as it will be, and always remember what an accomplishment this is. And take pity on your students next year – you were once one too!
Love, Mom and Dad
Brendan,
We’re proud of you and your Bates career. We’ve been following what we can on line regarding the graduation and will be watching tommorow. The enthusiasm we know you have for everything you do was not diminished at all at Bates. We see it in you, and all the other Bates students we’ve been seeing on line. Figured your graduation would be extra special, and it is. Love,
Uncle Greg & Aunt Mona
Brendan,
We’re proud of you and your Bates career. We’ve been following what we can on line regarding the graduation and will be watching tommorow. The enthusiasm we know you have for everything you do was not diminished at all at Bates. We see it in you, and all the other Bates students we’ve been seeing on line. Figured your graduation would be extra special, and it is. Love,
Uncle Greg & Aunt Mona
Brendan,
We’re proud of you and your Bates career. We’ve been following what we can on line regarding the graduation and will be watching tommorow. The enthusiasm we know you have for everything you do was not diminished at all at Bates. We see it in you, and all the other Bates students we’ve been seeing on line. Figured your graduation would be extra special, and it is. Love,
Uncle Greg & Aunt Mona
We are so proud of you Alexander ! Congratulations on your outstanding achievements culminating in successfully completing your degree at Bates! You have impressed us each year growing, maturing, & changing into a adult both equipped as well as motivated to move forward in the world. From move in day, to your focus on the law, a wonderful study abroad experience in Florence, and developing so many treasured friendships, your time at Bates has been exceptional. We love you & wish you all the blessings of a boundary-less future. Love, Mom & Dad
Best wishes to the Class of 2020. I know this is not the way you want to wrap up you Bates experience but the memories you have made will carry you through. Stay in touch with your friends and Bates and you will continue to make great memories. Best wishes!
Congratulations Isabelle! We are proud of all your hard work over the past 4 years in academics, sports, and music. We love you (and the rest of the Zoo). Best wishes to the Bates College Class of 2020!
Congratulations Isabelle Hnat and the Bates College Class of 2020. Woof.
Congratulations Sullivan! I am so proud of what you have achieved. Today and always, I wish you success, happiness, and love wherever your future life adventures and dreams take you.
Love Mimi
Deepest congratulations to the Bates class of 2020!
To each of the 75 ARC Peer Educators graduating this May, your dedication to your peers’ success has been inspiring on a daily basis, and we can’t wait to learn about your next adventures.
Stephanie, Eric, Dan and Bridget
Congratulations Bates class of 2020!
Go forth, engage, use your skills for good.
The world needs you.
Throwback photo from Short Term 2018 in Ladakh – The Buddhist Himalaya. Includes seniors Signe Lynch, Tanner Fuller, Topher Castaneda, Jonathan Farrell, Grace Ellrodt, Louisa Gale, Lydia Sullivan, Emily Pardi and Logan Douglas.
Best wishes on your next adventures, and stay in touch!
CONGRATULATIONS NICK GILPIN !
Our special #23 Bobcat on the men’s basketball team-
Please stay in touch!
Félicitations, chèr.e.s étudiant.e.s!
Students, cast members, friends: Congratulations!
Félicitations, chèr.e.s étudiant.e.s!
Students, cast members, friends: Congratulations!
Congratulations to all! Keep in touch!
Congratulations Frankie!!!!
I wish you all safe travels to your next journey.
Congratulations to class Class of 2020 especially to ALL my THEATER students! I am so super proud of you! I will always be here for you! Be well, stay true to yourself, make good art and always remember my most inspirational line!
I love you all!
Kati
Congratulations Bates Class of 2020. May you all excel wherever you find yourself.
Senyo Ohene we are especially proud of you!
To our beautiful daughter Amy,
We wish you the strength to face challenges with confidence…along with wisdom to choose your battles carefully.
We wish you adventure on your journey and may you always stop to help someone along the way.
Listen to your heart and take risks carefully!
Remember how much you are loved…we are so very proud of you!!
Love, Mom & Dad
Congratulations, Claire Ruhlman! So very proud of you!
Congratulations to Claire Ruhlman and the graduating class of 2020! Sending our best wishes for health, happiness, and continued success in all your future endeavours. Well done!
How can 4 years possibly be finished? So incredibly proud of you Claire Ruhlman. Now your adventure begins. Enjoy every minute of it. Don’t be afraid to take chances. I love you.
From Day 1 at Chu Hall to thesis binding, you have made the most of every day at Bates and you have made us proud all along the way … Nothing can stop you now, your next adventure awaits and we are excited to see where it leads you …xxx Mom, Dad and Peter
Congratulations Claire Ruhlman Bates graduate class of 2020!
“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.”
– Eleanor Roosevelt
Congratulations Claire Ruhlman Bates graduate class of 2020!
“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.”
– Eleanor Roosevelt
We are so proud of you Claire Ruhlman Bates 2020 graduate – double major in Classics and Mathematics!
Live your questions now, and perhaps even without knowing it, you will live along some distant day into your answers. (Rainer Maria Rilke)
Issy Hnat we are all so proud of our Bobcat. We love you! Never stop learning and growing. The sky is the limit.
Congratulations to my Godson Berhardur
Magnusson Mc Comish on your graduation from Bates College. It as been a pleasure watching you grow Into the person you have become and as an athlete. So very proud of you and your accomplishments.
Sending love and best wishes for the future.
Margaret
Wishing you a bright and successful future Surya!
4 outrageous years Max Gardner … CONGRATULATIONS … we love you so very much xxx
Now is a tough time to start out, but you will thrive! We are so proud of you.
I graduated Bates in 2002, soon after 9/11. A different national tragedy, but the environment was still very uncertain. If I had to go back and advise my young self, here’s what I’d tell her. Bates is an amazing, transformative experience, but it does not entitle you to an amazing job. You’re going to have to work hard to build your career from the ground up. Be humble, no task is beneath you. Work hard, but no more all nighters! Learn how to work smart and efficiently, and seize the opportunities that come your way.
Best of luck, Bates class of 2020!
Congratulations Hazel Simpson, Class of 2020! We are so proud of your achievements. You received the prestigious Critical Language Scholarship, the Ruggles Fellowship, the Albion Morse Stevens Award, induction into Sigma Xi, Dean’s List for six semesters, TA in Stats, tutor in multiple subjects, thesis, the Ivy Stone, and last but not least, the Commons Tahini Pizza Poem! Go forth and do amazing things! We love you and are so glad you’ve had four wonderful years at Bates.
Congratulations also to Tristan Kane, who deserves to be recognized for his double major!
Congratulations Andrew! We are so proud of you! Congratulations as well to all your friends and cousins, including Sara, Annie, Lily, Nick, Zach, Senyo, Adam and many others! Wishing you all the best on your next adventures.
Sending William Moses Green and the rest of the Class of 2020 the heartiest of congratulations. Wishing you all a bright future. May you look back on your four years fondly and use your many experiences to guide you in your efforts to spread “a little Bates” throughout the world. Lots of love, Auntie Wendy ’89, P’24.
Congratulations Annie! We are so proud of you and all that you have achieved! Here’s to your next chapter…hats off to you!
Dear Seniors (soon to be Graduates!),
Your time with us was shorter than we all would have liked, but you made a deep impact on Bates and on the community while we were together, and you continue even now. I wish you all the best as you venture out into the world. Please know that your Bates family is proud of you!
Congratulations on your graduation from Bates, Stephen! We are so proud of you!
Congratulations to the class 2020 and Joshua Andiono. Work hard and the future is yours never stop short of your desires.
Dear Nell,
There are simply not enough badges to commemorate your many accomplishments. We are immensely proud of you. Congratulations on your college graduation.
With love from Lisa, Steve, Kirk and Emma
To the Bates Class of 2020! We started at Bates together, you are moving on, I will still be cooking in Commons. I wish each and every one of you my heart felt congratulations!
Nina Flores, your dedication and hard work is what made you a Bates Graduate. I know the last 3 months were cut short because of COVID-19, but you , the Bates Staff and community worked together to make your school year a successful one to remember. I am so proud of you and I knew you could do it !
Congratulations, members of the Class of 2020. We miss you on campus — it’s way too quiet here without you. But we’ll share in your pride and joy on Commencement Day. Best wishes as you as you chart your course forward. Always to the right thing and remember you are parts of Bates forever! Kerry O’Brien, Dean of the Faculty’s Office
Zach there are so many great life adventures coming your way, enjoy every second! Congrats on all you have accomplished! We love you! Aunt Kate, maizy, bay, kash
Congratulations, class of 2020!
Not only have you worked hard, learned, and grown in wonderful ways, but also you’ve been doing this most recently through a pandemic. You’re stronger than ever. I admire you all SO much. May you bring all your gifts to the world and enrich it! The world needs you.
CHEERS to #Bates2020!
Dear Bobcat First! 2020
First and foremost congratulations!! Not only is this a momentous occasion for you but also for your families and loved ones who have been on this journey with you.
I remember when we all met it was an early August morning and you were all moving into Small and Mitchell house. There was so much excitement, nervousness, and eventually tears as you said goodbye to your loved ones. I hugged your families and assured them that you will be ok. We ended that night going over ground rules for the week and a bunch of ice breakers. Y’all know I love ice breakers. What started out as a week filled with questions, anxieties, and unknowns ended in a week of friendships, discoveries, and curiosity about what’s to come. As a group, we built a sense of belonging which in my opinion was the biggest gift of it all.
This cohort is special in so many ways. Special to me because it was the first cohort and special because you made our program better. You became club leaders, intellectuals, athletes, fellows, actors, tutors, student gov president and reps you name it y’all did it.
I have learned so much from you all. We have laughed together, cried together, explored together, and learned together. You all show up for each other, your communities, and Bates. That is not only admirable but brave because you show up even when times are challenging. Thank you for sharing your stories with me. As first-gen students soon to be graduates. You will carry this identity for life. As you move into your next chapter in your life I hope you carry your first-gen identity with pride and joy. #Bates2020 #SuSePuede
Felicidades con mucho amor!
Julisa
Congratulations to the class of 2020 in particular the swimmers! We will miss you but can’t wait for you to come back and join us as alumni!
xoxo
Congratulations, Class of 2020! What an honor and delight it’s been to get to know so many of you over these past four years. I wish you all the best!!!
Dear Class of 2020. As a 50-year alumnus, I barely remember graduation. I do remember the journey through the last 50 years. As you start yours, I hope you always know that it’s not about the beginning or the end – it’s about the journey you take along the way. My best wishes to you all – may each of you have a terrific journey.
Dave Libbey, ’70
Congratulations Men’s Squash Seniors! Your senior year started off a bit rough — no coach and no squash courts, then a stinging loss for your first match. But you gained momentum and a duo of great coaches in Rei and Andy — and ultimately ended your final season with a thrilling win against Navy at Nationals. We’re so proud of you all!
We’ve been anticipating this day for a long time! Congratulations to Sara and the entire Bates class of 2020!
Congratulations, seniors!!! It’s been such a privilege to spend the past four years with you. Best wishes to you and your families… celebrate!
Congratulations! Your impact on the world will be great.
Nina Flores, your dedication and hard work is what made you a Bates Graduate. I know the last 3 months were cut short because of COVID-19, but you , the Bates Staff and community worked together to make your school year a successful one to remember. I am so proud of you and I knew you could do it !
You did it!! So proud of you all.
Þetta reddast!
#Bates2020
Hijo de mi corazón, celebro tu vida a la distancia, esto estaba planeado de otra manera pero las circunstancias nos lo cambiaron todo, no importa, mi corazón está muy ancho, la felicidad de verte llegar a esta grada es inmensa, gracias hijo por esforzarte tanto, disfruta el resultado de tu trabajo arduo, tienes derecho. Camina hacia adelante, Dios ha depositado en tí todo lo necesario para salir adelante, te dio estos maravillosos estudios en #Bates y todavía falta. Honra a Dios y Él te honrará, Él no se queda con nada! Aquí estaré mientras tenga vida, orando por tí, animándote, yo tu fan #1! Te amo hijo y sé que te veré lograr mucho más en la vida.
#Bates2020
Querido hijo, estoy inmensamente feliz por este triunfo alcanzado, por verte avanzar y crecer, 4 años hace que te acompañé a instalarte en el dorm y dejarte en la Universidad sabiendo que cada vez te habría de ver menos pero con una satisfacción y emoción inmensa al verte luchar por tus sueños. No me equivocaba cuando te dije en esa ocasión que todos aquellos que no te tuvieron en sus universidades como alumnos se estaban perdiendo de tí, no sólo un gran estudiante si no también un joven de gran integridad. Dios bendiga tu camino, te permita comprobar su bondad a cada paso, que todo tu esfuerzo se vea siempre recompensado y con tu trabajo puedas además de encontrar satisfacción, bendecir a otros.
Weirdest year EVER!!–congrats on getting through it and graduating Bates! Best thing you ever did–believe that Bobcats rule! Best luck and stay safe!
Congratulations 2020! I loved seeing the slide shows and videos of your time and Bates. I shed a tear that was mixed with both sadness and joy when I watched the pictures of your final days on campus. The sadness was because I am so sorry you missed the last few months on campus, and had to leave so suddenly. I can only say – I am sorry, and that leaving campus is sad and sudden whether in March or June. The joy came because I could see the community, the friendships, the laughter, the pride, and the responsibility you all exhibited. That is what makes you a Bates alum and those relationships and qualities will be resources for you for your entire lives. Congratulations and celebrate! Well earned! All of the alumni send our support and best wishes to you.
Looking for a job? Select a friend of your parents or a parent of your friends that you respect. Ask for an interview at their place of business and ask their advice on getting a job in this economy. They will work hard to help you find a placement that is right for you using all their contacts. Good luck and enjoy your future.
Congratulations, Class of 2020 from a Class of 1974 grad! Just the other day, I changed my Facebook profile picture to use the “Proud Bates Grad” frame. Here’s the description I posted: “I changed my profile picture in honor of the Bates College Class of 2020. For years, Bates College has fostered that talents of people who have helped make this world be a better place. The college that was founded by abolitionists and was the first co-educational college in New England has continued to embrace equality and diversity, principles that this country struggles to implement to this day. I’m confident that new graduates will take up the fight.”
To the special Class of 2020: You are entering a world that needs your energy, intelligence, creativity, persistence, kindness, and compassion. Bates has prepared you well, I am sure. We in the Bates Family are proud of you. I wish you happiness, adventure, and opportunities to make the world better through your unique contributions!
So sorry you lost out on your graduation festivities. However you have a valuable life lesson (predictability is relative) to add to your wonderful Bates Education. You are awesome! Congratulations
#Bates2020, say yes more than you say no. Be open to possibilities. Don’t allow people to take advantage of you. Read. A. Lot. Be curious; there’s a not a lot of that going on out here and it really can help the world. And don’t forget your Alma Mater (or your real mother for that matter)!
Alum tip: Commit to getting together with your Bates besties at least once a year…even if you all disperse and move across the country or around the world. The Bates bond is nourishing for the soul. Keep those connections. You will be grateful. Congratulations! You have an amazing journey ahead!
The end of your time at college may have been different than expected, but you are a Batesie and you have spent four years learning how to adapt and persevere with creativity, community, and grace. As an alumnus of Bates, I encourage all of you to reach out to your fellow alumni for advice, connections, recommendations, or just to say hello. We are united by our experience and by the institution that supports and believes in us. We count ourselves lucky and we have hope for the next generation of bobcats. One journey ends and another begins. Bates prepared us and we are ready for anything. Welcome to the next phase of your life! Go Bates!
Congratulations to all of the Class of 2020 for your hard work in sticking it out. That ought to give you a leg up on a wonderful future. Go get ’em!
Congratulations and best wishes to the class of 2020. While your last semester and graduation did not go as planned, what you have accomplished at Bates remains undiminished–a wonderful and meaningful life achievement! Congratulations and wish you the very best as you unfold your future!
57 years later I still look on those four at Bates as some of the best I ever had. You will as well. Congratulations!
Best wishes to the Class of 2020! I’m sorry the end of your senior year was not what you expected, but I am sure this will not be the end of your Bates connection. The strength of that connection goes far beyond Lewiston, Maine and your four years there. Best of luck to you all, go forth and do great things!
Keep your eye and your heart firmly on your dream, your plan, your hope, for you are the hope of family, friends, and those you’ve yet to meet. Bates has done its best, and you’ll do yours!
Best wishes to the Bates Class of 2020! You have handled a terrible situation with grace and selflessness, and in so doing demonstrated the best of our Bates community. Congratulations on your graduation, and know that all Bates alumni are cheering you on.
Congratulations Nick! We are very proud of you!! Mom, Dad and Elenna
Congratulations to the class of 2020 and to are grandson Zach Doyon. We are so very proud of you and your accomplishment at Bates. We have enjoyed the football seasons at Bates and meeting your friends whose friendships and memories will stay with you for a lifetime. It has been such a pleasure to watch you grow through your years at Bates. We love you and know that you will have a bright future. CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR GRADUATION FROM BATES. YAHOOOO!!!
Love Grammy & Grandpa Doyon
Zach we are so very proud of you and excited for your continued success. You’re a great role model for our kids to look upto. Congrats on your graduation. We love ya! The Carberry Fam
Congratulations, Zach! It’s been an incredible four years. We’ve enjoyed watching you grow throughout your experience at Bates. Cherish the memories and lifelong friendships you’ve made over the last four years. Hats off to the class of 2020!
Sam – We are so proud of you! We can’t wait to see where your life journey will take you. It’s a great day to be a Bobcat…Hats off to the Bates Class of 2020.
# Bates2020 y #BatesGrad
Es tu dia de graduación Christian Andres Bradna Díaz, el niño que un 4 de Junio de 1,997 vino a alegrar mi vida y mi corazón y que cada día hace que me sienta más orgullos por tus esfuerzos y por tus logros. Hoy me siento ultra super feliz por lo que has alcanzado, sabiendo lo que has luchado desde que estabas en el colegio para conseguir esta oportunidad, pasando por tus trabajos en todos tus años de universidad y al lado de todo esto saboreando los triunfos, haber sido Dean List todos los años, graduado con honores de tesis, invitado al club de matemáticas, perfeccionar tu música y tu composición, certificarte de Data Science y todos los otros logros que has tenido. Sigue adelante hijo, con tu calidad humana, con tu forma de ser siempre sencilla y humilde. Tus hermanas y tus papas te amamos profundamente. Que lo que venga sea siempre bueno y grande para ti. Que todo venga de la mano de Dios. Nunca dejes de brotar esa forma tan especial y linda de ser tu mismo. Felicidades Christian Andres Bradna, eres el mejor!!!!
Christin Bradna Villanueva
Christian Andres Bradna mi felicidad es enorme por el éxito que has alcanzado, te mereces lo mejor de la vida, eres un ejemplo para tus amigos, hermanos, padres y todos los que te conocemos. Desde pequeño te ame y ahora de grande te amo mas. Se que la gracias de Dios te acompañará a todos los lugares, durante toda tu vida, tal como hasta hoy lo has sido serás un estandarte de humildad, capacidad, sencillez y sobre todo calidad humana. No puede haber un papá más feliz que yo, y un estudiante más feliz que tu de alcanzar este éxito, celebremos juntos regocijándonos por los regalos que Dios nos dio, tenemos vida para agradecerlo y celebrarlo. Espero verte pronto hijo. Te felicito por los honores que has alcanzado académicamente, siempre en Dean List, tu tesis con honores y la invitación que recibiste del club de Matemáticas, enormes y lindos logros. El logro mas grande que para mi tu tienes, es existir, te amo por eso, porque eres tu, por lo que representas, por tu esencia. Admiro ademas en ti que has trabajado durante todos tus estudios, en el café de la U, haciendo logos, en investigación en la U, has podido proveerte tu mismo y has ahorrado para la siguiente etapa, te felicito.
Thomas — may your troubles be less, and your blessings be more, and nothing but happiness comes through your door!
We are so proud of you and all of your accomplishments!
Remember to always stay humble & kind.
Love, Mom, Dad, Colin, Brady & Coop
Congrats to all my now grown babies!
Congratulations class of 2020! Bates has given you all you will need to pursue your dreams! We are so proud of your achievements Emma. You will succeed in whatever you choose to do! Love you Em 🙂
Congratulations Emma grandchild#3. I remember the day we left your mother off at Bates I was sad to have leave the nest but Bates seemed to know this is common among freshmen parents. She received an excellent education at Bates enabling her to become an orthodontist ..we are very proud of you and await your next project
Max,
You worked so very hard over these last 4 years. Congrats!
Love, Mom
Max, So very proud of you!
Love, Mom
Max, I am so very proud of you and all that you have accomplished over the last 4 years! Congratulations on your continued success. All my love, Mom
Congratulations Areohn Harrison! We are so proud of you and excited for your future! Love, the Smith Family
Parents of Ronni Mak
Congratulations to the Bates class of 2020 and our daughter Ronni Mak. You did it. We are so proud of you.
Congratulations Kyle! From early mornings in the pool (at least one brother had morning practices!) to late nights in the lab, this celebration of your achievements is truly the result of four years of earnest effort. Your stoicism and perseverance inspire me to press and push through challenges with my head always high, and your quiet confidence serves as a stabilizing force in the lives of all that you meet, including my own. I couldn’t be a prouder big brother as you get ready to show SoCal that Reny’s “3 for $10” t-shirts and Croc slip-ons do, in fact, belong under the lab coat of a chemistry PhD candidate, and that Maine-made means toughness and humility and passionate intelligence. I wish I could be home for this momentous occasion but please know I’m thinking of you on the other side of the world – from Guam to Maine, cheers!
Congratulations to our terrific Grandson Garon Rothenberg and the class of 2020!
Love, Oma &Poppy
Go Bates Golf! We will miss your matches, your perseverance and your brotherly spirit! You guys rocked it out through and through! Congratulations on your graduation!
Congratulations Class of 2020 and to my Son, Max Milavetz (Freshman picture 2016). Gentleman, Scholar, and Athlete. You are cool and unique! Well done, Son! Go Bates! Love, Dad
Sean Chong Anderson you rock! We always knew you were a star. Shine on you crazy diamond!
Congratulations Bates Class of 2020!! Special greetings to my precious granddaughter, Charlotte Janelle. You have worked hard, done well and we are all proud of you!!
Love, Grandma
Congratulations to the Bates Class of 2020 and our daughter Charlotte Hale Alberts. We are so happy for each you. We know this not the way you imagined your college careers would end. At least you have a world-class liberal arts education that will help you to handle what life throws your way.
To our dearest Charlotte, we are incredibly proud of you and your accomplishments. Attached is a photograph of you on drop off day in 2016. Since that day you have learned so much and grown in to accomplished young woman. We know that your short term plans have been hijacked by COVID-19, but your future is bright. We are love you so. Mom & Dad
Congratulations graduates!
If I can share one piece of advice to you as you make your way in the world it’s to encourage You to say, “yes!” Say yes to the things that scare you…that challenge you…and even the things that bore you. saying yes…is the key to unlocking your own personal journey of discovery and adventure. The only way to get more out of your life and to fill it with color and mystery is to say YES!
Wishing my nephew Joshua Andino, and each of you an infinite number of yeses in your life! God Bless!
Ally you have grown in so many ways at Bates that it is difficult to choose one moment. You began your career at Bates nervous about leaving home and your high school friends, worried that you would have difficulty making new friendships. You bonded almost right away with your field hockey teammates, many of whom will likely remain life-long friends; and then fostered new friendships through classes, living situations, and, of course, through ice hockey where you also developed one of your strongest, dearest friendships. Seeing you grow and create these new relationships was very rewarding as a parent. You have also grown tremendously in your academics, from your writing and other skills to your general curiosity and analytical abilities, one of the great rewards of a liberal arts education. Watching your struggle with a season ending field hockey injury during your junior season to persevere, and ensure your return to the playing field for her senior fall, while at the same time traveling abroad for your junior spring, participating in a program with no one else you knew at the time, again, having a wonderful experience and growing tremendously has been very rewarding as a parent. As parents we are also inspired by the way the senior class bonded together and made the best of a very difficult situation this spring, engaging in class-wide “senior week” like events which you organized on your own, remaining positive despite your senior spring being cut short. We are extremely proud to see you graduate and move forward in your next pursuits, and are also grateful for the wonderful experience you enjoyed at Bates, and can truly say through seeing the love you developed for Bates and the Bates’ community that this was the right choice of schools for you, one that will remain with you throughout the rest of her life. We also thank everyone at Bates that has enriched this experience for you, Ally! Love, Mom and Dad
Life can seem chaotic and messy, but when you stand back and look at the larger picture, the marvelous wonder of it all is apparent. There didn’t appear for us that one defining moment when it all came together for you while at Bates. You seemed to wind your way through things according to your own plan. You handled every curve-ball thrown at you with grit and grace. You had friends to lean on at Bates when you needed a helping hand and we were only a phone call away when only mom and dad would do. You ticked all the boxes and now you’re off into the world with a new career awaiting you in the Bay Area. Proud of you? Damn straight!
Thank you Bates College. You were a tremendous boon for our family.
Congratulations to my son, Anthony Areohn Harrison. This has been a long, memorable journey and one I am proud to have shared with you. Continue to hold your head up high and let your light shine.
Love Mom
Congratulations Garon Rothenberg! A job well done.
Congratulations Daniella! You have brought our family so much joy & pride, we love you! We will miss Bates and will cherish all the wonderful memories.
Wishing the best to Joshua Santibañez Andino. Just four, short years ago we went to Bates to drop you off, full of anticipation and wonder. May you always enjoy life to the fullest and be successful in anything that you set your mind to accomplish. Always with kindness and humility, find your life’s purpose and follow it. #Bates2020 #greatsuccess #Health&Happiness
Wishing the best to Joshua Santibañez Andino. Just four short years ago we went to Bates to drop you off, full of anticipation and wonder. May you always enjoy life to the fullest and be successful in anything that you set your mind to accomplish. Always with kindness and humility, find your life’s purpose and follow it. #Bates2020 #greatsuccess #Health&Happiness
Congratulations to the Bates Class of 2020!
How very proud I am for all your hard work and graduating from Bates College. What an accomplishment!! I wish you continued success in your new undertaking. Love and best wishes always, MIMI
Congratulations to Justin Levine — my first grandchild to graduate from college. I am so proud of everything you have achieved so far. Wishing you all the best in the years to come. Your future is as bright as your smile. Love you.
Congrats to Justin Levine! We’re very proud of you!
xxx’s the “Ridgewood Campo’s”
Congratulations on this spectacular achievement. We are so very proud of you. Remember abuelo’s words of wisdom… “el tiempo vuela, pero tu eres el Navegador”
Justin Levine Congratulations!! A well deserved accomplishment. Your dedication and hard work will Lead you to a successful future!!l. Love you and so proud of you !
Big J. Wow. Where do I begin? The perseverance and drive instilled in you is truly outstanding. The things I’ve seen you overcome and deal with are remarkable. To see you excel not only academically with one of the hardest majors, but athletically in which you accomplished outstanding feats and continue to improve is a testament to how strong and courageous you are. I know I rag on you and always give you a hard time but I wanted to let you know that you inspire me day in and day out and I love you more than you’ll ever know. You made it man. Congratulations.
– D2 Evan
Congrats Big J! Love ya brother
Thanks Bates!
Congratulations Justin Levine!!! We are very proud of you.
Love, Aunt Marcy, Samantha, and Alexa.
Congratulations to Justin Levine and the entire Bates College class of 2020. The entire world will never forget your graduation. Cheers to even bigger and better things in the years ahead!
Hi, Bates College Class of 2020. Felicitations!! Congratulations. I just want to wish you the best of luck on your future endeavors. Remember wherever you go, stay strong, stay bold!
I am so proud of our daughter, Emma Vlahakis, and the rest of the Bates 2020 class. Congratulations on your graduation!! Always remember and treasure your time at Bates!
I am so proud of our daughter, Emma Vlahakis, and the rest of the Bates 2020 class. Congratulations on your graduation!! Always remember and treasure your time at Bates!
Congratulations and well done to our five field hockey seniors who leave a legacy of excellence both on and off the field! You are truly amazing women who we are proud to welcome into our alumni family!
Clase de 2020, vuestro éxito es nuestro orgullo. ¡Enhorabuena!
Congratulations to the entire #Bates2020 class. To my former @BatesDCS students: keep up the critical digital citizenship work, be vigilant of BS, use your talents to create a better future, and keep the passion for what you do wherever life brings you next.
Y’all are the best! My first year wouldn’t have been the same if it weren’t for you guys! From the bottom of my heart, thank you!
A few of the 23 Bates seniors who have remained in campus housing receive their “Bobcat Boxes” filled with Commencement items, including caps and gowns, from Director of Dining Cheryl Lacey, seen in center photo. Congrats to all #Bates2020!
Way to go SALTCATS!!!!! So proud, Claire, Ian, Nick, Annie, Chrispie!
Wishing my former students Sam Cruickshank, Allie Brinkhaus, and Daniella Pascucci a very happy graduation! Proud of all 3 of you and know you have great things ahead. I’m glad to have shared Bates with you!
From the moment you all arrived on campus bright and early for Orientation, you have contributed so much to the Bates campus community. While you have had a memorable conclusion to that bookend of your arrival, I hope you are always proud to be a part of the broader Bates alumni community.
Congrats and best wishes to our 2020 grads!
Congratulations to the Class of 2020! Whatever you do or where ever you go always remember to be involved with something greater than yourself and with that focus you will certainly be a success! Again, my sincere congratulations on your achievement thus far.
Wishing each and every one of you the greatest success in your next adventure. I have no doubt that you will help to create a more just and equitable future for all of us. Congratulations!
Congratulations to Justin Levine and the entire Bates College class of 2020. The entire world will never forget your graduation. Wishing all of you even bigger and better things in the years ahead!
As President Clayton mentioned in her welcome speech at the beginning of your time at Bates, that ‘this the class of 2020, the class with perfect vision’, and we think this has become true for all of you, you are an amazing, very accomplished group of young people. We are deeply sorry for all of you that you are missing out on this time of transition, well-deserved festivities, and getting the accolades for all your hard work. There is, however, wisdom, resilience, adaptability, to be gained during these difficult times. Initially you might think of your senior year with bitter sweet memories, over time, the ‘bitter’ will become less and the sweet will prevail, but the life skills gained, that come with dealing with this unexpected ending of your college time will stay with you forever.
We are proud of you all, and particularly proud of Tristan van Rooden our son.
Ron van Rooden/Lia Heiden
Our son, Joshua – we are so proud of you! As you spread your wings, we are blessed to share in the excitement of this day – your commencement with you and the class of 2020! We have envisioned this day for years. Needless to say, these are challenging times, but they have made you a more resilient person. You have the enduring foundation of family and a phenomenal education. You are prepared for many more achievements that lie ahead of you. We love you infinito, you have our unconditional love, and we will always have your back. Congratulations! – Your loving parents, Pasita and Monica
Andrew: We are so proud of the time you have spent at Bates. You are having a historic graduation; one that will be written about for many years to come. A virtual graduation cannot change all that you have accomplished, and all that you have prepared to become. We love you!
We are so proud of our son, Gabe Benson, and of the whole Bates class of 2020, and we are so grateful to the Bates community for making graduation special despite these unusual and trying times. Graduation is always memorable; certainly, no one will ever forget 2020!
Mountaintop Graduation!
Will, As you go forward, always know that you are a very special young man with a family so very proud of you leadership and your academic and athletic accomplishments. With so much love, your grandmother, Ellie
Boxing Day
Use the Well Wish page on the Commencement website to share a message with the Class of 2020!
Nice job, #Bates2020