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February 17, 2026

Staying Connected this Winter: Recess Updates and Campus Highlights

Dear Bates Families, We hope your students are enjoying the start of February break! As we look ahead to the…

February 12, 2026

Filmmaker’s visit creates a full circle moment

When she was a college student, Stephanie Pridgeon fell hard for a documentary by award-winning director Sandi DuBowski. In this full circle moment, she introduced her students to DuBowski's work through his latest acclaimed film.

February 12, 2026

‘Frost and Furious’: Time again to celebrate the annual Winte…

During Winter Carnival at Bates, the community comes together not despite the winter but in celebration of all that it enables, with traditions like the beloved Puddle Jump.

February 12, 2026

In the News: February 2026

A selection of recent mentions of Bates people in the news, including music and arts achievements, coverage of Bates MLK Day observance, and op-eds on rural education from a Bates professor.