Office of the President Archives
Fall 2025 Board Meeting Summary
The Bates Board of Trustees held its fall meeting on the Bates campus from Thursday, October 23, through Saturday, October…
Bates President Garry W. Jenkins signs AAC&U statement on the Trump administration’s ‘Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education’
In early October 2025, the American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) published a statement on the Trump administration’s “Compact…
Community Letter Fall 2025
As we all begin the work of a new academic year, I want to share some thoughts on Bates’ plans and priorities for the months ahead.
Welcome remarks at Opening Convocation: September 2, 2025
Good morning, Bates College! What a genuinely great day to be a Bobcat! And what a sight for sore eyes—after…
This Year at Bates
Dear members of the Bates community, It will come as no surprise when I say that the past year has…
Welcome: Commencement 2025
“The world needs Bates graduates — always. But perhaps especially now, more than ever,” said President Garry W. Jenkins as he opened the 159th Bates Commencement on May 25, 2025.
May 2025 Board Meeting Summary
The Bates Board of Trustees held its spring meeting on the Bates campus from Thursday, May 1, through Saturday, May…
Bates President Garry W. Jenkins signs AAC&U, AAAS “Call for Constructive Engagement”
On Tuesday, April 22, 2025, the American Association of Colleges and Universities and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences…
An Update on Bates and Federal Actions
Dear members of the Bates community, As we continue to navigate the rapidly changing — and at times confusing — higher education…
A word on recent federal actions and Bates’ commitments
Dear Members of the Bates Community, Like many of you, I have been following the recent executive orders and policy…
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