Stories about "Garry W. Jenkins"
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.”
FAQs: What to know and expect at the inauguration of Bates College President Garry W. Jenkins on May 4
Monday, April 22, 2024 10:55 am
On May 4, 2024, Bates will install a new president for only the eighth time in its 168-year history.
Bates President Garry W. Jenkins awarded honorary degree by Albany Law School
Tuesday, December 12, 2023 1:24 pm
Jenkins, who was honored during the investiture ceremony for the law school's new president, spoke about the need for effective leadership education in law schools. “Being an effective lawyer and being an effective leader must be thought of as complementary skills,” he said.
Timeline, fun facts, and did-you-knows from past Bates inaugurations
Thursday, October 12, 2023 11:29 am
Here are facts, stories, and did-you-knows from all past Bates presidential inaugurations — plus world and Maine events.
At Convocation, an embrace and promise for the Class of 2027: ‘You get to be who you want to be’
Friday, September 8, 2023 10:08 am
From the Bobcat cheers coming from the women’s soccer team to President Garry W. Jenkins’ promise to the Class of 2027 that Bates is a place where “you get to be who you want to be,” the resounding message at Convocation on Sept. 5 was that Bates is a community centered on caring and kindness.
‘They’re problem solvers’: Facts, figures, talents, and tidbits about the Class of 2027
Friday, September 1, 2023 12:37 pm
The newest Bates class, 509 students strong, is filled with examples of engagement and action. "They’re problem solvers,” says Dean of Admission and Financial Aid Leigh Weisenburger. Sometimes quite literally.