Harward Center Blog
Delivering on a Promise
The Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) program has been a well-loved part of the Bates/Lewiston Public Schools experience for many…
“We are all in this together” – The College’s Partnership with the Lewiston Wellness Shelter
The Bates campus has been mostly closed since the COVID-19 pandemic hit with full force in late March, but that…
Bringing a Global Perspective to Community-Engaged Leadership Programming
Kush SharmaDelhi, India As an international student from India, the first time I got to experience or “visit” Bates was…
Reflections From Some of our Senior Bonner Leaders
Jaelene Perez (click here to watch Jaelene’s video reflection on YouTube)Hometown: Bronx, NYMajor: PoliticsGeneral Education Concentrations: Racism and Identity; Race…
Shifting Priorities & Enduring Commitments in the Wake of COVID-19
In a normal year, Shawn Boyd would be spending a Wednesday afternoon in May helping a small group of kids…
EngAging Across Generations
Reflections from Grace about her research process, interests, and priorities: “I relied the most ever in my life on Google…
Science Communication
The ability to communicate science-related knowledge effectively to non-experts is essential for a successful career in science, and also for…
Join Us On a Sky Tour
For many families these days, staying healthy and safe at home means figuring out ways to keep children constructively engaged. …
The Loss of a Beautiful Soul: The Passing of Destany Franklin ’14
Bates College and the wider world lost a beautiful soul last week, as Destany Franklin, class of 2014, passed away…
Supporting Our Neighbors
Ever wonder what happens to Commons leftovers? For years, Bates has donated the food that doesn’t get eaten to the…