12:00 pm

Bobcat Reads will be discussing The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon from January 2, 2026, through March 6, 2026. The next Bobcat Reads selection is the New York Times bestseller, The Frozen…

6:30 pm

Gather with fellow Bates alumni, parents, and friends for a special dinner and networking opportunity in South Florida! This casual event is proudly hosted by: Alumnus: Joel Feingold ’77 Alumni Council Members: Chuck…

12:00 pm

Bobcat Reads will host an Author Talk with Carole Hopson of A Pair of Wings. Join us for a unique opportunity to connect with the author, ask questions, and discuss the book…

11:00 am

IN-PERSON MEETING! – TIME IS TBD Do you like meeting new people, reading great books, and discussing them? Don’t miss this unique opportunity to join the Boston Alumnae Book Club! Anyone interested…

8:30 pm

Join the Bates College Choir, led by Assistant Professor of Music, Zen Kuriyama, for the annual fall concert entitled “Hope & Resilience: African American Spirituals” at the Olin Arts Center…

5:00 pm

You are invited to a special virtual gathering designed exclusively for the Class of 1975! Let’s keep the spirit of our 50th Reunion alive. Join us for an uplifting hour of…

6:30 pm

A Bates Faculty & Alumni Panel Discussion Attend a dynamic evening in Cambridge as a distinguished panel of Bates alumni and faculty experts explores the disruptive and transformative power of Artificial…

6:30 pm

Come connect with fellow Bobcats to ring in the holiday season at one of New York City’s most unique venues! The Lawn Club in the Seaport offers the perfect backdrop…

7:30 pm

The college’s Philip J. Otis Committee invites you to attend the Twenty-Eighth Annual Otis Lecture. This year’s lecture, “What is the Problem of Freedom?” will be given by Olúfémi O. Táíwò,…

12:00 pm

You’re invited to a casual Cider Sunday get-together for Bates alumni at Metrobar.Forget the looming holiday rush and come relax with your fellow Washington, DC, alumni. It’s the perfect opportunity…

10:00 am

Join fellow Bates alumni, families, and friends for a fun day of exploration and connection! This family-friendly event is the perfect opportunity to meet local Bobcats and share in the…

7:00 pm

This special virtual event is your opportunity to connect directly with Bates Athletics leadership and current coaches about Bates Golf. You’ll hear about: The current status and vision for the Bates…

8:00 pm

Join us on Thursday, November 13th at 8:00 p.m. ET / 5:00 p.m. PT and show off your expertise in a fast-paced Kahoot trivia game. Help your school secure bragging…

6:00 pm

Connect with fellow Bobcats and Bates families for a lively evening in Seattle, Washington! We’re gathering at Rhein Haus to connect, catch up, and celebrate our Bates community around Seattle. Enjoy…

9:00 am

All are invited to a centering moment led by The Multifaith Chaplaincy this Veterans Day, November 11th, at 9 a.m. in Bates Veterans Plaza. Together we will hear reflective readings…

3:00 pm

25 Years Strong: Celebrate (Early) with Your Classmates! Remember late-night conversations and shared laughter? Rekindle those Bates memories! In advance of your milestone 25th Reunion in June, join us for a…

7:00 pm

VIRTUAL MEETING! Do you like meeting new people, reading great books, and discussing them? Don’t miss this unique opportunity to join the Boston Alumnae Book Club! Anyone interested in joining the conversation should…

6:00 pm

Connect with fellow Bobcats for a lively evening in the heart of West Hartford! We’re gathering at Sparrow Pizza Bar to connect, catch up, and celebrate our Bates community around…

6:00 pm

Whether you’re new to the city or have called Chicago home for years, this is your chance to catch up with fellow Bates alumni, enjoy drinks and apps, while reminiscing…

6:00 pm

Join us for a Bates and Beyond gathering in Charlotte for an evening of great conversation, reconnecting with old friends, and meeting new Bobcats. This is a perfect opportunity to…

6:00 pm

Whether you’re new to the city or have called Denver home for years, this is your chance to catch up with fellow Bates alumni, enjoy drinks and apps, while reminiscing…

12:00 pm

Bobcat Reads will be discussing A Pair of Wings by Carole Hopson from October 10, 2025 through December 12, 2025. A Pair of Wings by Carole Hopson is a riveting novel inspired…

6:00 pm

Whether you’re new to the city or have called DC home for years, this is your chance to catch up with fellow Bates alumni, enjoy drinks and apps, while reminiscing…

9:00 am

As part of Back to Bates Alumni & Family Weekend, we invite all Bates Rowing alumni, current student-athletes, families, and friends to mark this special milestone. This is a wonderful…

1:00 pm

Tee off in support of Bates Men’s Lacrosse following Back to Bates weekend. We are excited to invite alumni, parents, and athletes to the annual golf outing at the beautiful Martindale…

12:00 am

Join us during Back to Bates Weekend, for the inaugural Bates College Athletics Hall of Fame Ceremony. The induction ceremony will honor, pay tribute, and perpetuate the memory of those…

12:00 am

Join us for Back to Bates Weekend, where alumni and families of current students come together to experience life on campus, reconnect with friends, and enjoy the beautiful fall season…

9:00 am

The Bates College men’s basketball program is thrilled to invite all alumni, parents, and athletes to our annual Golf Outing at the scenic Turner Highlands Golf Course in Turner, Maine! Join…

7:00 pm

VIRTUAL MEETING! Do you like meeting new people, reading great books, and discussing them? Don’t miss this unique opportunity to join the Boston Alumnae Book Club! Anyone interested in joining the conversation should…

8:00 am

The Bates Women’s and Men’s Soccer teams are excited to announce an Alumni + Alumnae Game and gathering, where alums from both men’s and womens teams will combine to…

6:00 pm

Connect with fellow Bates alumni and Bobcat parents for a special evening of culture and conversation at the iconic Walker Art Center. We’ll kick off with a private guided tour…

6:30 pm

Whether you’re new to the city or have called NYC home for years, this is your chance to catch up with fellow Bates alumni, enjoy drinks and apps, while reminiscing…

8:00 am

Attend a conversation with President Garry Jenkins, as he reflects on his journey from corporate law to college presidency at Maine Trust for Local News, Open Door. On Wednesday, September 17,…

12:00 pm

Join us for a special Zoom gathering to learn more about Forever Garnet, a new program celebrating and supporting dedicated Bates alumni volunteers from the Class of 1970 through the…

4:00 pm

Bobcat Reads will host an Author Talk with Rosa Kwon Easton of White Mulberry. Join us for a unique opportunity to connect with the author, ask questions, and discuss the book with…

12:00 pm

We’re marking a century and a half of Bates Football with a weekend packed full of camaraderie and Bobcat pride! Join fellow alumni, friends, and Bobcat fans as we honor…

6:00 pm

Connect with fellow alumni from the Nashville and the greater Tennessee region for an evening on the rooftop. Enjoy sweeping city views, great conversation, and a chance to reconnect with…

6:00 pm

Whether you’re new to the city or have called Boston home for years, this is your chance to catch up with fellow Bates alumni, enjoy drinks and apps, while reminiscing…

9:30 am

Calling all alumni! Join us for our exciting annual event featuring two exciting competitions: The Annual Goodrich Memorial Alumni Throws Competition & Alumni 5K Race! This is your chance to celebrate…

12:00 pm

Join fellow Bates alumni for an inspiring and collaborative Zoom gathering to reconnect, share ideas, and explore creative ways to increase your impact on Bates through giving.  Why Attend?  Hear personal giving…