August Updates from Bates
Greetings, Class of 2030 Families!
It’s hard to believe, but Arrival Day is just around the corner! We’ve loved connecting with so many of you at our Summer Welcome Receptions and can’t wait to welcome your students to campus. As move-in approaches, we’re sharing a few reminders and resources to help your family prepare.
Arrival Day Questions
Our Incoming Families Arrival Day FAQ is a great resource as you prepare for move-in. Find answers to your questions, such as:
- What time should we arrive on campus?
- What should my Bobcat pack?
- How do we ship items to campus?
- Where can I find a campus map?
- I already miss my student, and they haven’t even left yet! When is fall break?
Early Arrivals
For students who will be moving in prior to August 27, check out the schedule for Pre-Orientation:
International Circle Pre-Orientation →
Kessler Scholars & Bobcat First →
Arrival Day Schedule
8am–Noon Student arrival and residence hall move-in
10:30am–2:30pm Arrival Day Barbecue for students and loved ones outside of Commons
Noon–1:30pm Coffee & Conversations with the Bates Parent Team and staff from the Center for Purposeful Work, Student Affairs, and Dean of Faculty’s Office in the Fireplace Lounge in Commons
2pm Welcome Address from President Garry Jenkins on the Historic Quad
3pm Family Farewell Reception before departing campus on the Library Quad
Key Dates & Upcoming Events
August 17: Round Two Course Registration Results Available
August 19: Final New Student Forms Deadline
August 27: Arrival Day
August 29: AESOP trips begin
September 10-17: Orientation Webinars for Incoming Families
October 2–4: Back to Bates: Alumni and Family Weekend
Questions? We’re here to help!
You can reach the Bates Parent Team at parents@bates.edu or by calling 207-786-6242.
Best from Bates,
The Bates Parent Team