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June 4, 2026

‘Be You, Bravely’: Stephanie Kelley-Romano’s Baccalaure…

Each year the graduating class at Bates picks a faculty or staff person to offer the Baccalaureate Address. The Class of 2026 selected Professor of Rhetoric, Film, and Screen Studies Stephanie Kelley-Romano.

June 4, 2026

‘A beautiful thing’: Stalwarts on the sidelines at Bates Comm…

For many, Commencement is a one-and-done visit. For others in the audience — local alumni, retirees, and Lewiston friends — it’s an annual touchstone, rich with memories, friendships, and purpose.

June 4, 2026

Picture Story: Commencement 2026

On Sunday, May 31, 2026, 480 Bates students became Bates alumni, ready to face uncertainty with the support of the lessons they’ve learned at Bates, both in and out of the classroom.