Alumni Professional Development
Bates Office of Alumni Engagement is excited to provide alumni learning opportunities to enhance their professional development at any stage of their careers. Find recommendations for career coaches from within our alumni network, tune in for virtual trainings, and connect with current students and fellow alumni through several forms of career services and volunteer opportunities.
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Past Sessions & Recordings
Tuesday May 19
Bates in the Arts: Navigating Your Creative Path
12:00 pm
The path to a creative career is rarely a straight line. It is a journey of exploration, identity, and finding a sustainable rhythm. This virtual session of Bates in the…
Monday May 18
The Future of Information: Bates Alumni on the Modern Press
6:00 pm
Join the Bates D.C. Network for an evening of insight and connection as we explore the power of the written word. We are gathering a panel of Bates alumni—leaders in…
Wednesday May 13
Boston’s Real Estate Inflection Point
6:00 pm
Commercial Real Estate, Return to Office, and the Next Growth Cycle The U.S. real estate market is hitting the “reset” button. What does that mean for Boston’s offices, apartments, and industry?…
Thursday Apr 16
From Idea to Impact: Meet Bates Entrepreneurs
12:00 pm
The Bates Alumni Council Professional Development Committee members Jen Crawford ’01 and Susan Peillet Yule ’78 are hosting the third installment of their Professional Development Series. We’re bringing together a panel…
Wednesday Feb 25
From Bates to Beyond: Insights from Psychology Professionals Webinar
12:00 pm
Join us for the second installment of our Professional Development series, brought to you by the Alumni Council. Following the success of Part I, we are turning our focus to…
Wednesday Jan 28
Webinar: Alumni Perspectives on AI Innovation
12:00 pm
Join us for our first Alumni Council Professional Development Zoom Call of the year, featuring Bates alumni moderators Chuck James ’78 and Alex Hahn ’97. This is a crucial conversation…Wednesday Jul 23 2025
Boston Bobcats: Student & Alumni Networking
6:00 pm
This event has reached capacity, and we are no longer able to accept registrations. The Bates College Center for Purposeful Work and the Office of Alumni Engagement warmly invite you to…
Wednesday Jul 9 2025
Connect & Lead: DC Public Service Networking Night for Alumni & Student Interns
6:00 pm
Washington D.C. is buzzing with change, offering a dynamic professional landscape unlike any other. Join the Bates College Center for Purposeful Work and the Office of Alumni Engagement for an…
Tuesday Apr 1 2025
Careers in Finance: Bobcat Alumni Insights
12:00 pm
Hear directly from successful alumni in various finance sectors as they share their career journeys, practical advice for breaking into the industry, and insights about the current financial landscape. This virtual…
Tuesday Mar 25 2025
[Watch the Recording] Time Management for New Professionals & New Managers
12:00 pm
Alumni Professional Development Webinar Program Time Management for New Professionals & New Managers Maybe you say ‘Yes’ to everything because you crave more exposure and want to get promoted quickly, but you…
Tuesday Feb 11 2025
[WATCH THE RECORDING] Careers in Scientific Research and Biomedical Professions
12:00 pm
Join us for the second of our three virtual professional development offerings sponsored by our Alumni Council. This virtual presentation hosted by Alumni Council members Matt Bogyo ’93, P’27, and Patrick…
Tuesday Jan 21 2025
[WATCH THE RECORDING] Refresh, Reset, Revitalize: A Three-Step Cleaning for Your Overwhelmed Life
12:00 pm
Alumni Professional Development Webinar Program Refresh, Reset, Revitalize: A Three-Step Cleaning for Your Overwhelmed Life Is your to-do list never-ending? Feeling buried under the weight of clutter, commitments, and endless demands? It’s…
Monday Jan 13 2025
[WATCH THE RECORDING] Making the Jump: Young Professionals Making their First Career Change
12:00 pm
Join us for the first of our three virtual professional development offerings sponsored by our Alumni Council. This virtual presentation hosted by Alumni Council members Liza Pearce ’14 and David Akinyemi…
Tuesday Dec 3 2024
[WATCH RECORDING] Digital Etiquette: Redefining Courtesy in an AI-Driven World
12:00 pm
Alumni Professional Development Webinar Program Digital Etiquette: Redefining Courtesy in an AI-Driven World Explore the intersection of AI with human interactions, from virtual assistants to automated customer service. We’ll contemplate the nuances…
Tuesday Oct 15 2024
[WATCH THE RECORDING] Strategies for Navigating Change and Advocating for Positive Transformation
12:00 pm
Alumni Professional Development Webinar Program STRATEGIES FOR NAVIGATING CHANGE & ADVOCATING FOR POSITIVE TRANSFORMATION Change is inevitable, but your response is in your control! This workshop empowers you to embrace change confidently,…
Tuesday Jul 23 2024
Portland: Bates Student & Alumni Networking Event
6:00 pm
Get ready for an exciting opportunity! The Portland Bates Network and Purposeful Work are thrilled to invite Bates student interns spending their summer in Portland to a unique gathering. Alumni will…
Thursday Jul 18 2024
New York: Bates Student & Alumni Networking Event
6:00 pm
Get ready for an exciting opportunity! The New York Bates Network and Purposeful Work are thrilled to invite Bates student interns spending their summer in New York to a unique…
Tuesday Jul 16 2024
Boston: Bates Student & Alumni Networking Event
6:00 pm
You’re invited! The Boston Bates Network and Purposeful Work are hosting a gathering for Bates student interns who are in Boston this summer to connect with Alumni. This event will give…
Thursday May 23 2024
[Watch Recording] Crush Imposter Syndrome: A Natural Reaction to Living and Leading Courageously
12:00 pm
Alumni Professional Development Webinar Program CRUSH IMPOSTER SYNDROME: A NATURAL REACTION TO LIVING AND LEADING COURAGEOUSLY Imposter Syndrome is an all-too-common challenge faced by professionals across industries, hindering their growth and success.…
Tuesday Mar 26 2024
(Re)Claim your NO!
12:00 pm
Alumni Professional Development Webinar Program (RE)CLAIM YOUR NO! Elevate your personal and professional life by joining us to delve into the art of setting boundaries and reclaiming the power of “NO.” Don’t…
Tuesday Jan 30 2024
Future Skills in the Age of AI
12:00 pm
Alumni Professional Development Webinar Program FUTURE SKILL IN THE AGE OF AI It has been said, “AI might not replace you, but a person using AI could,” (Fortune Magazine, April 25, 2023).…
Tuesday Dec 5 2023
Navigating the Maze of Workplace Dilemmas
12:00 pm
Alumni Professional Development Webinar Program NAVIGATING THE MAZE OF WORKPLACE DILEMMAS In today’s fast-paced professional landscape, workplace challenges are inevitable. Don’t let these hurdles hinder your career growth and happiness. This webinar…
Tuesday Oct 17 2023
Grad School: Now, Later or Never?
12:00 pm
Alumni Professional Development Webinar Program GRAD SCHOOL: NOW, LATER OR NEVER? This question comes up for many Bates alums – a year, or two, or a few after graduation. Pesky at first,…
Tuesday Apr 11 2023
Three Keys to Crushing Compensation
12:00 pm
The recording for this session has expired and is no longer available for viewing. Our apologies. Alumni Professional Development Webinar ProgramTHREE KEYS TO CRUSHING COMPENSATION How great would it be if you…Alumni Career Services and Volunteer Opportunities
