Stories from February 1997
Introne performs with Bates orchestra
Wednesday, February 12, 1997 11:21 am
Lucas J. Introne, of Manlius, N.Y., performed with the Bates College Orchestra in a diverse program featuring African- American music and the work of Franz Schubert.
Poet to read at Bates
Wednesday, February 5, 1997 11:12 am
Poet Sydney Lea will read from his work at 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 26, in Skelton Lounge of Chase Hall, 56 Campus Ave.
Noted actor to stage play and screen film at Bates
Wednesday, February 5, 1997 10:56 am
Paul Outlaw will stage "Here Be Dragons," a solo performance of his own creation at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8, in the Olin Arts Center Concert Hall, 75 Russell St. In this 90-minute kaleidoscope of characters, Outlaw portrays more than 15 "real" individuals, from a legendary mulatto knight of the sixth century A.D. to a centerian former slave in the 1930s to a homeless gay man of today.
Bates to bestow degree on Maya Angelou
Tuesday, February 4, 1997 10:19 am
The distinguished woman of letters Maya Angelou will receive an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree from Bates College on April 3 as part of the college's annual Founders Day Convocation.
Writer to discuss political activism at Bates
Tuesday, February 4, 1997 10:13 am
A writer-activist of Puerto Rican and Jewish heritage will discuss political activism during a visit to Bates College at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 8, in the Edmund S. Muskie Archives, 70 Campus Ave. The public is invited to attend free of charge.