Parents and Families Archives

September 1, 2023

You dropped off your Bobcat. Now what?

Hello, Class of 2027 families – We’re so glad to have all your Bobcats on campus! Whether your student arrived…

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August 3, 2023

Resources and events just for new Bates families

Hello, Bates Class of 2027 families –  Just four weeks until Arrival Day! As we come into this phase of…

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August 1, 2023

Incoming Families Arrival Day FAQ

We’ve included below some of the most frequently asked questions about arrival on campus, helping your student get ready, and…

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May 18, 2023

Student portal access, arrival dates, and more

Hello, Bates Class of 2027 families –  Greetings from campus! We wanted to share some updates with you: We post…

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May 6, 2023

Welcome, 2027 Bobcat families!

Hello, Bates Class of 2027 families – We are thrilled to welcome you to the Bates community! Your student is part…

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June 16, 2022

2026 Families: Preview of Summer Welcome Events

Hello, Class of 2026 families – This summer, we will offer a mix of in-person and virtual welcome gatherings to…

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June 1, 2022

2026 Families: First-year forms, dates, and more

Hello, Class of 2026 families – Summer is blooming on the Bates campus, and we have several resources to share…

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April 26, 2022

Commencement honorands announced for 2022

Hello, Bates Class of 2022 Families – We are excited to let you know that Bates has just announced the…

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April 26, 2022

Latest on guest numbers, event schedule, and more

Hello, Bates Class of 2022 Families – We have some Commencement updates for you: It’s official – there is no…

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March 2, 2022

Graduation Celebration FAQ for Class of 2020 families

We’ve included some quick facts below, but please visit the 2020 Graduation Celebration page for complete details. Q: Is there…

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