Parents and Families Archives

March 22, 2022

We’ve made it easier to share your reflections!

Dear Family Members of the Bates Class of 2022, We need your thoughtful reflections! Baccalaureate (Saturday, May 28th at 2pm,…

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March 1, 2022

Latest updates on Commencement 2022

Hello, Bates Class of 2022 Families – The Commencement 2022 weekend schedule has been updated, and additional details will be…

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February 18, 2022

Short term, Baccalaureate, and more

Hello, Bates Class of 2022 Families – Greetings from a quiet campus. As February break begins, we remind you that…

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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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April 5, 2021

Student COVID-19 Vaccinations – April 5, 2021

Hello, Bates Families – As you know, Governor Mills has accelerated Maine’s vaccine roll-out, and individuals 16 years old and…

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April 5, 2021

Update: COVID-19 and In-Room Restriction – April 5, 2021

Hello, Bates Families – Students have received an important update regarding the situation on campus. Please encourage them to read this information…

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March 23, 2021

Campus activities, vaccines, and more – March 23, 2021

Hello, Bates Families – Students have received an update that includes information about additional campus activities, off-campus social gatherings, and…

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