Why should I participate in Reunion?
In 2024, Bates invites the class of 1974 on campus for what will be a memorable milestone 50th Reunion celebration. Meet classmates old and new as you participate in a variety of activities.
- See old friends and make new friends!
- Participate in fun activities prepared for you by your 50th Reunion Social Committee.
- Enjoy meals together, a golf outing and the Bobcat Beer Garden.
- Visit familiar haunts and see how campus has changed, including new dorms, a refurbished Garcelon Field, Bonney Science Center, Veterans Plaza and the new Bates College Store.
- Show off your class pride in the alumni parade.
- Hear from senior leaders, including President Clayton Spencer.
- Attend alumni led programs or join a Bates Outing Club excursion.
- Toast to the weekend at the annual Reunion Gala.
You’ll have the opportunity to create special moments and memories with the people you attended college with fifty years ago. Come with an open heart and an open mind and let yourself enjoy the experience of your 50th Reunion.
What does the price of Reunion include for the 50th classes?
Registration fees for the 50th Reunion include all meals, drinks, and Reunion activities. Housing and parade attire are complimentary for 50th Reunion attendees. Once you arrive on campus, it should be a “wallet-free” weekend.
What should I bring?
June weather in Maine has the potential to be beautiful; bring your camp chairs, favorite lawn game, and Bates memorabilia with you!
The Muskie Archives will have drop-in hours throughout the weekend. You’ll be able to visit the archives! If you would like to donate any archival photographs, correspondences, scrapbooks, artifacts, or other items that speak to your personal time at Bates, please bring them along. The Muskie Archives is unable to accept yearbooks, Bates Student issues, or programs for events like Commencement, Baccalaureate, etc.
Where can I see the schedule?
The preliminary schedule is viewable here!