Celebrating outstanding achievement and a commitment to responsible stewardship, Bates College is proud to announce the recipients of the 2026 Alumni Awards. These exceptional individuals embody the very best of our collaborative community, having translated their Bates education into remarkable success and purposeful work across the globe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“It is truly inspiring to witness the transformative power of our alumni as they engage in informed civic action and lead in diverse fields,” said Leah Elsmore \u201912, president of the Alumni Association. “This year\u2019s recipients reflect the ardor and devotion\u2014Amore ac Studio<\/em>\u2014that define the Bates experience, serving as a powerful reminder of the potential within our entire alumni network.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n The following awards will be presented at the Annual Gathering of the Alumni Association during Reunion on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 11:15 a.m.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Alumni Community Service Award<\/a> is presented to Peter R. Basiliere \u201976<\/strong> in recognition of his profound commitment to civic responsibility and his decades of leadership in Milford, N.H. A dedicated community member, Peter has served as town moderator, an active Rotarian, and a contributor to numerous school and town committees. His long-standing devotion to local organizations that support those in crisis reflects the Bates ideal of purposeful work and responsible stewardship of the wider world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Alumni Professional Recognition Award<\/a> is presented to Noah E. Petro \u201901<\/strong> in honor of his distinguished career and leadership at NASA. From advancing lunar science to shaping the Artemis program, Noah has reached the heights of professional achievement while blending rigorous scholarship with meaningful public service. His work exemplifies the Bates spirit of intellectual discovery and underscores the global impact of an engaged liberal arts education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Bruce Stangle \u201970, P\u201996, GP\u201926<\/a> Award for Distinguished Service to the Bates Community<\/a> is presented to Christopher B. Lanoue \u201999, P\u201926<\/strong>, in recognition of his transformative mentorship of Bates students.<\/span> As an exceptional physician and guide, Dr. Lanoue has dedicated himself to supporting students in their medical school journeys, providing “generosity, warmth, and openness” through the Center for Purposeful Work. His deep commitment to helping others navigate their professional paths embodies the spirit of leadership and service that has touched countless members of the Bates community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n2026 Alumni Council Award Recipients<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alumni Professional Recognition Award<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Bruce Stangle \u201970, P\u201996, GP\u201926 Award for Distinguished Service to the Bates Community<\/h3>\n\n\n\n