Discover information about past and upcoming events featuring President Jenkins. Our events provide a platform for members of the Bates community to come together, learn about the latest initiatives and developments at the college, and engage in lively discussions. Check out our calendar for upcoming events and be sure to RSVP. We look forward to seeing you at our next event!

Upcoming Events:

Past Events

Apr

10

Los Angeles Presidential Welcome Event

LA Bobcats join us in welcoming the ninth president of Bates College, Garry W. Jenkins, to our community of alumni, parents, and friends.

Apr

9

San Francisco Presidential Welcome Event

San Francisco Bobcats join us in welcoming the ninth president of Bates College, Garry W. Jenkins, to our community of alumni, parents, and friends.

Mar

7

Chicago Presidential Welcome Event

Chicago Bobcats join us in welcoming the ninth president of Bates College, Garry W. Jenkins, to our community of alumni, parents, and friends.

Recent Event Photos and Videos

We hope you enjoy these photos and videos from our recent events with President Jenkins..

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  Photo Gallery: Los Angeles Presidential Welcome EventApril 24, 2024
  The LA Presidential Welcome Event was held on April 10, 2024 at The Sun Rose in West Hollywood. It welcomed Garry W. Jenkins as the 9th president.
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  Photo Gallery: San Francisco Presidential Welcome EventApril 24, 2024
  Bates welcomed President Jenkins on April 9th, 2024, at Presidio Officer’s Club in San Francisco.
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  Photo Gallery: Boston Presidential Welcome EventNovember 14, 2023
  On Tuesday, November 14, 2023, Boston area Bobcats warmly welcomed President Garry W. Jenkins to the Bates Community at the Institute of Contemporary Art.
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  Photo Gallery: D.C. Presidential Welcome EventNovember 9, 2023
  On Wednesday, November 9, 2023, Washington, D.C. area Bobcats warmly welcomed President Garry W. Jenkins to the Bates Community at the National Museum of Women in the Arts.
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  Photo Gallery: New York Presidential Welcome EventNovember 8, 2023
  On Wednesday, November 8, 2023, New York area Bobcats warmly welcomed President Garry W. Jenkins to the Bates Community at the Museum of Modern Art.