Parents and Families Archives

May 29, 2021

May 29 — Update for Families of Returning Students

Dear Bates Families, Greetings from Maine! You are an important part of the Bates community, and as we move into…

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May 21, 2021

Latest Commencement News – May 21, 2021

Dear Class of 2021 Families, With less than a week to go to Commencement, we hope the information below will…

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May 20, 2021

Fall arrival, Garnet Gateway, and more – May 20, 2021

Hello, Incoming Bates Families – We hope that this email finds you well and looking forward to all things Bates.…

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May 11, 2021

Covid Vaccination Expectations – May 11, 2021

Hello, Incoming Bates Families – Greetings from Bates! As the Parent Team, we look forward to connecting with you this…

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May 11, 2021

Covid Vaccination Expectations – May 11, 2021

Hello, Bates Families – The college has announced expectations related to students’ being vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to the 2021-2022…

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May 6, 2021

Commencement ticketing details – April 30, 2021

Dear Class of 2021 Families, We have several updates for you today: Seniors have just been informed that guest ticketing…

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May 6, 2021

Commencement ceremony times set – April 19, 2021

Dear Class of 2021 Families, The times for the two Commencement ceremonies have now been set. Please refer to this…

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May 6, 2021

Latest Commencement Details – March 31, 2021

Dear Class of 2021 Families, We are delighted that Bates continues to plan for an in-person celebration of our seniors…

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May 6, 2021

Early resources for Class of 2025 families

April 2021 As we move through spring, we wanted to share more updates and resources for you and your student.…

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May 6, 2021

Academic summit, move out, the calendar, and more – May 3, 2021

Hello, Bates Families – As we approach the close of the academic year, we want to share some resources with…

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