Picture Story: She said ‘yes!’ to a Purposeful Work internship

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Picture Story: She said ‘yes!’ to a Purposeful Work internship

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 3:08 pm

This summer, Raegan White ’26 of Duxbury, Mass., was one of 18 interns at the bridal shop where hit TLC television show Say Yes to the Dress was filmed for 23 seasons, each episode chronicling the shopping adventures of brides on the hunt for their perfect gowns.

Picture Story: This Summer at Bates

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 3:05 pm

Photos from the campus that never sleeps, from 5Ks to the greenest of leaves and lawns and with a few trips away from Bates to see Bates students in action.

President Garry W. Jenkins wins Maine Black Excellence Compass Career Award

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 4:56 pm

President Garry W. Jenkins has received the 2025 Maine Black Excellence Compass Career Award from The Third Place Maine, a network that connects Maine’s Black professionals, students, and entrepreneurs to opportunities across multiple areas, from social to professional.

Bates College Board of Trustees elects four new members effective July 1, 2025

Thursday, June 26, 2025 5:13 am

Bates College has announced the election of four new trustees, effective July…

Slideshow: This Month at Bates

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 10:07 am

The final month of the academic year begins with students wielding rakes and radar, and ends with fist pumps, Ferragamos, and farewells. Before the curtain rises once again, and before the next story unfolds, enjoy this month at Bates.

Bates College announces senior leadership transitions

Monday, June 9, 2025 12:23 pm

Leigh Weisenburger, a nationally respected enrollment leader at Bates since 2012, has been named vice president for institutional affairs and secretary to the Board of Trustees, effective July 1, succeeding Michael Hussey, who will step down and transition to a senior advisor role.