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Ishan Reese , 4, son of Sonali Arseculeratne Reese '93 and Associate Dean of Students James Reese, receives a high-five from the Bates Bobcat as the annual Reunion parade gets underway on the Alumni Walk.	From left, Sasha Villahermosa '11 and Katherine Bernier '11finalize a presentation in Dana Chemistry about their research focused on lead.They have been working with Rachel Narehood Austin, associate professor of chemistry, to test a hypothesis that they hope can help with treatment for lead poisoning.	The faculty pauses in front of the Bates College Chapel as graduating seniors enter the historic Quad for Commencement..	Since 1990, David Aschauer has held the Elmer W. Campbell Professorship in Economics at Bates, where, along with continued work on U.S. macroeconomic policy, he focuses on transitional economies in Russia and the Ukraine.
From left, Glenn Kelly '10, Charlie Biddle '09 and Brian Klein '09, members of the Bates eight heading to England for the Royal Henley Regatta, cool off with snacks during Reunion 2009.	Clean Sweep, held in Underhill Arena, broke a record this year by raising more than $21,400 to be donated to 10 participating nonprofits. Bates is one of a number of colleges and universities nationwide that benefit both the environment and their communities annually by selling possessions donated by students at year's end.	On a bulletin board outside of the new dining Commons, known as the Napkin Board, students post their praise, criticism, and recommendations on brown napkins (chlorine-free, of course). In turn, their comments are answered with whimsy and candor.	During Baccalaureate, President Elaine Tuttle Hansen and Multifaith Chaplain Bill Blaine-Wallace respond to musical offerings from graduating seniors.
Tanya Schwartz '04 touches the paw of the Bates bobcat, created by Maine scultpor Forest Hart. The statue, made possible by the Class of 2004 and other donors, was unveiled and dedicated at a Reunion 2009 ceremony. Photo by H. Lincoln Benedict '09.	From left, Abby Harris '04, Lizzie Anson '04 and Tim Miller '04 stroll along Alumni Walk before the Alumni Parade begins.	The Class of 1959 proudly marches along the Reunion 2009 parade route on Alumni Walk.	Jake Lewis '09 responds to "Music During Our Years: A Medley," performed by the Senior Band at Baccalaureate 2009.
Assistant Dean of Students Roland Davis '92 is sophomore class dean and works closely with students to answer questions about the curriculum, selecting a major or to address individual personal concerns. He also coordinates the judicial processes for the college.	A bench next to the Bates College Chapel provides a shaded gathering spot for Reunion 2009 participants.	Faculty depart the historic Quad at the end of Commencement 2009.	Family members pose with their graduating student, a newly inducted member of the College Key. The organization recognizes the outstanding academic and extracurricular achievement of Bates men and women.
Fifty-five years after leaving Bates to join the army, Carl Harris of Salem, Mass., receives his Bates diploma with the Class of 2009.	Prayers, poems and blessings offered by graduates' family members and by members of the college’s faculty and staff adorn two Baccalaureate archways.	Associate professor of mathematics Shepley "Chip" Ross, secretary/treasurer for Phi Beta Kappa, Gamma of Maine, congratulates Sophia Budianto '09 during her induction into the academic honor society.	These one-of-a-kind heels catch a buyer's eye during the annual Bates College Clean Sweep, a giant yard sale of student belongings left at the end of the academic year to raise money for area nonprofit organization.
It's offical: they've graduated. (From left) Iris Lim '09, Olivia Liggio '09, Mia Lidofsky '09, Rachel Lichter '09 and Julie Libin '09 mark the moment.	Alumni enjoy Reunion 2009 lunch and conversation on the Ladd Library Quadrangle.	Associate Dean of Admissions Jared Cash '04 surveys the scene from the back porch of Lindholm House, home to Bates College admissions. "We want people who want to be here, who have a passion for Bates," Cash says.	Reunion 2009 fireworks, launched from the shores of Lake Andrews, light up the Bates skyline. Photo by H. Lincoln Benedict '09.