Stories about "Garry W. Jenkins"
MLK Day keynote: Why nonviolent protest has become less successful (when it might be needed most)
Friday, January 24, 2025 1:40 pm
The vibe at this year’s MLK Day keynote was the “fierce urgency of now,” as keynote speaker Erica Chenoweth and Bates President Garry W. Jenkins each reflected on the challenges and imperatives of modern nonviolent movements in uncertain times.
Bates College to team with QuestBridge to enhance access and experience for low-income students
Thursday, January 23, 2025 8:33 am
Bates College today announced a new partnership with QuestBridge, a national nonprofit that connects high-achieving students from low-income backgrounds with leading institutions of higher education.
Rosanna Ferro to join Bates College as vice president for student affairs
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 12:41 pm
“Rosanna Ferro's extensive background in student affairs, her commitment to fostering inclusive communities, and her passion for higher education will be incredible assets as we continue to strengthen the student experience at Bates," said Bates President Garry W. Jenkins. Ferro's appointment is effective Dec. 2, 2024.
An architect of major academic innovations at Bates, Dean of the Faculty Malcolm Hill to step down in June 2025 to return to the faculty
Friday, September 13, 2024 12:11 pm
Hill’s contributions are highlighted by equity-driven initiatives to support both students and faculty for greater success.
Kristen A. Lainsbury to join Bates College as vice president for communications and marketing
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 8:46 am
Lainsbury, whose appointment is effective Oct. 14, 2024, comes to Bates from Earlham College, where she has served as vice president for marketing and communications since 2021.
Try not to let the success treadmill ‘obscure the actual living of life,’ Bates seniors told at 158th Commencement
Sunday, May 26, 2024 2:32 pm
One of the nation’s foremost journalists, NPR's Mary Louise Kelly, offered three pieces of life advice to the Class of 2024: Be wary of when success becomes a non-stop treadmill, remember much of life depends on what we choose to see, and hold tight to those lifelong friendships forged at Bates.
Picture Story: ‘We Thrive, We Rise, Together’
Friday, May 10, 2024 12:23 pm
An immersive picture story capturing the ebullience, warmth, and resolute optimism that marked the inauguration Bates President Garry W. Jenkins, on May 4, 2024
Video: 10 cheerful, tearful, and inspirational moments from President Jenkins’ inaugural address
Friday, May 10, 2024 9:48 am
President Garry W. Jenkins' inaugural address took his audience through a range of shared emotions. Of the many moving moments in the speech, here are 10.
Say What: Quotable quotes from Batesies, family members, and guests at the Jenkins inauguration
Thursday, May 9, 2024 2:14 pm
We gathered brief quotes from 30-plus attendees at the inauguration of Garry W. Jenkins, everyone from Bates student waiters and musicians to the new Bates president's mom.
Bates College installs Garry W. Jenkins as ninth president
Saturday, May 4, 2024 1:17 pm
Installed as the ninth president in Bates College history on Saturday, Garry W. Jenkins used his inaugural address to offer four cornerstones to guide the work of the college. Keeping the college strong and vibrant benefits not only Bates students but U.S. democracy, he said. “They rise together.”