Stories about "Annual events"
From sunrise to sunset, a senior reflects on AESOP
Friday, September 4, 2026 2:36 pm
Charlotte Comrack '27 reflects on AESOP from a sunrise on her trip as a first-year student to a memorable sunset as a leader during her senior year.
Alumni Association presents alumni awards recognizing service, career achievements
Friday, July 31, 2026 10:50 am
At Bates Reunion in June, the Alumni Association gathered to present the…
Bates celebrates Pride for all
Thursday, June 18, 2026 9:27 am
On June 5, the Bates community gathered at the Garcelon Field flagpole…
‘A beautiful thing’: Stalwarts on the sidelines at Bates Commencement
Thursday, June 4, 2026 1:20 pm
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.
Q&A: Senior speaker Sebenele Lukhele embraces Bates’ promise of celebrating differences
Friday, May 29, 2026 3:02 pm
Sebenele Lukhele ’26 of Manzini, Eswatini, will deliver the Senior Address at the 160th Commencement on Sunday, May 31.
Picture Story: You can’t rain on this Alumni Parade
Friday, June 13, 2025 4:15 pm
Enjoy our photographers' take on the 2025 edition of the Alumni Parade, a "very Bates" tradition that's been going strong since 1914.
Six alumni honored at Reunion for contributions to Bates and the world
Thursday, June 12, 2025 3:42 pm
The awards were presented during the Annual Gathering of the Alumni Association on June 7 during Reunion.
Picture Story: Baccalaureate 2025, to love is to heal
Friday, May 30, 2025 10:44 am
For the 504 members of the Bates Class of 2025, Baccalaureate on May 24 was a time to show the love.
You can shape your situation before it shapes you, Bates grads told at 159th Commencement
Sunday, May 25, 2025 2:18 pm
Bates Commencement speaker Angela Duckworth, author of "Grit," told the seniors to embrace “situation modification” — change your physical environment, especially your phone's proximity, to protect your focus, relationships, and well-being.
Let’s Get Reel: Six seniors revel at Mount David Summit 2025
Friday, April 25, 2025 11:00 am
Watch six seniors reflect on mentorship, discovery, and the thrill of sharing big ideas at this year's summit — and how Bates students show up for one another.