Center for Inclusive Teaching and Learning

William “Will” Hyland

whyland@bates.edu
207-786-6122

About

Will graduated with a B.S. from Colby-Sawyer College in 2019 and joined the Bates College Store in 2021 as an eCommerce Specialist. In addition to coordinating the store’s marketing and eCommerce efforts, one of his main roles is assisting campus partners such as the Bates Dance Festival and Olin Arts Museum with their online merchandise sales. In 2026, he began working toward a Graduate Certificate in Digital Marketing from Messiah University.

Since 2022, Will has also worked with course materials on campus. From 2022-2025, he was the Textbook Buyer and is currently the primary liaison with eCampus, the official textbook distribution partner of Bates College. He still works closely with faculty and staff in adopting textbooks for course use and helps students find the textbooks they need. Will also acquires general interest books, including those used for college-sponsored events like author presentations and annual programs.

Will has authored two novels: Bayside, published in 2024, and Ocean Point, published in 2026. In March 2026, he was invited to sit on the College’s Creative Works Panel.

A Selection of Relevant Prior Work

• Invited Panel: March 16, 2026, Creative Works Panel at Bates College. The discussion featured campus colleagues who have published creative works.
• Published Book: Hyland, WH., Bayside. Independently Published, 2024.
• Published Book: Hyland, W.H., Ocean Point. Independently Published, 2026.