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And while we’re on the subject of weddings… Our next @batespurposefulwork summer internship spotlight series features Raegan White ’26 of Duxbury, Mass. Company and role: Bridal stylist assistant at @kleinfeldbridal Location: New York City Academic path: Rhetoric, film, and screen studies major A memorable summer moment: “One challenge I’ve encountered involved helping a bride who had a very limited budget, was getting married within just a few months, and was also pregnant. We maintained honest communication and prioritized her comfort and vision. In the end, she left with a dress she felt confident and beautiful in.” An interesting fact about my internship: “No bride is the same, and every appointment is a unique experience. At Kleinfeld, we meet brides from all walks of life. Many come in with insecurities or anxiety, and it’s our responsibility to create a welcoming space where they feel completely comfortable.” What I’ll bring back to Bates with me: “Rhetoric — the art of effective communication — is a skill I’ve come to appreciate on a much deeper level through my work at Kleinfeld. While I’ve studied rhetorical techniques in the classroom, this internship has shown me how essential they are in the real-world.” What purposeful work means to me: “This work is purposeful because a wedding is one of the most important days in a person’s life. The dress a bride chooses is often tied to her identity, her values, and how she wants to feel in that moment. Helping her feel seen, understood, and celebrated isn’t just retail — it’s emotional, human work.” Click the link in our bio to see our story diving deeper into White’s experience at Kleinfeld.
September 11, 2025

From physics research to bridal consultancy, Bobcats had an a…

This summer, Batesies kept busy with a variety of research efforts and internships. 

15 for 150: Moments from Bates football’s sesquicentennial history
September 11, 2025

15 for 150: Moments from Bates football’s sesquicentennial hi…

In 1875, Bates and Tufts played the first college football game in Maine. Here's to football's sesquicentennial: 15 moments from 150 years of Bates football.

A call from home
September 4, 2025

A call from home

How do you convey the deepest, sweetest batch of parental emotion to your child when you’ve just returned from a sweaty, last-minute odyssey all around Lewiston…

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