Celebrating Clayton
Telling the Story of the Eighth Bates College President, 2012–2023
Bates’ unique personality rests on the bedrock values of academic excellence, inclusivity, and social responsibility.
Learn MoreA Bates education fosters intellectual inquiry and reflection, personal growth, and a commitment to the world beyond oneself.
Learn MoreThe next Bates president is Garry W. Jenkins, a nationally respected legal scholar, proven higher education leader, and champion of the liberal arts.
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