Welcome to Residence Life and Health Education
The Office of Residence Life and Health Education is dedicated to the creation of diverse, inclusive, and collaborative communities. We foster a holistic understanding of wellness, and facilitate relationships that develop agency and perspective. Through dynamic and robust programming, we prepare leaders to embrace difference and pursue responsible citizenship.
Residence Life
Explore residence life job opportunities, programming, and the JARC Staff program.
Housing
Information on housing options and policies including Lottery, important dates, summer placement, a comprehensive housing tour, and FAQs.
Health Education
Information about Health and Wellness programming on campus.
We look forward to assisting you in your transition to Bates College or with any other questions related to our work. For more information, stop by the Residence Life and Health Education Office in Chase Hall room 204, call us at 207-786-6215, or email the office at housing@bates.edu. Our hours of operation are 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday.