Commencement 2025 Archives
October 4, 2019
Voices from 2020: Ryan Lizanecz Found a Home at Bates
A first-generation-to-college student from Portland, Maine, Lizanecz at first felt “anxious, curious, scared” on campus. The Bobcat First! program gave him a foothold.
September 19, 2019
Voices of 2020: Topher Castaneda builds community as a Residence Life leader
What’s Topher’s story? Using stories to build understanding among first-year students.