Welcome Events

Discover information about past and upcoming events featuring President Jenkins. Our events provide a platform for members of the Bates community to come together, learn about the latest initiatives and developments at the college, and engage in lively discussions. Check out our calendar for upcoming events and be sure to RSVP. We look forward to seeing you at our next event!

Attend a conversation with President Garry Jenkins, as he reflects on his journey from corporate…
Sep
17
2025

Open Door with President Garry Jenkins

8:00 am

Attend a conversation with President Garry Jenkins, as he reflects on his journey from corporate law to college presidency at Maine Trust for Local News, Open Door. On Wednesday, September 17,…
Join us for an exciting opportunity to meet Bates College’s ninth president, Garry W. Jenkins,…
Nov
12
2024

Portland Presidential Welcome Reception

6:30 pm

Join us for an exciting opportunity to meet Bates College’s ninth president, Garry W. Jenkins, alongside fellow alumni, parents, and friends in Portland, Maine! Complimentary cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will…
Join us for an exciting opportunity to meet Bates College’s ninth president, Garry W. Jenkins,…
Oct
10
2024

Philadelphia Presidential Welcome Reception

6:30 pm

Join us for an exciting opportunity to meet Bates College’s ninth president, Garry W. Jenkins, alongside fellow alumni, parents, and friends in Philadelphia! Complimentary cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served.…
Please join us in welcoming the ninth president of Bates College, Garry W. Jenkins, to our…
Apr
10
2024

Los Angeles Presidential Welcome Event

7:00 pm

Please join us in welcoming the ninth president of Bates College, Garry W. Jenkins, to our community of alumni, parents, and friends. Thank you to our Los Angeles Host Committee! Elizabeth R. Abrams…
Please join us in welcoming the ninth president of Bates College, Garry W. Jenkins, to our…
Apr
9
2024

San Francisco Presidential Welcome Event

6:30 pm

Please join us in welcoming the ninth president of Bates College, Garry W. Jenkins, to our community of alumni, parents, and friends. Thank you to our San Francisco Host Committee! Marc P. Chaput…
Please join us in welcoming the ninth president of Bates College, Garry W. Jenkins, to our…
Mar
7
2024

Chicago Presidential Welcome Event

6:30 pm

Please join us in welcoming the ninth president of Bates College, Garry W. Jenkins, to our community of alumni, parents, and friends. All are welcome to attend. Your RSVP is kindly requested…
Please join us in welcoming the ninth president of Bates College, Garry W. Jenkins, to our…
Nov
14
2023

Boston Presidential Welcome Event

6:30 pm

Please join us in welcoming the ninth president of Bates College, Garry W. Jenkins, to our community of alumni, parents, and friends. All are welcome to attend. Your RSVP is kindly requested…
Please join us in welcoming the ninth president of Bates College, Garry W. Jenkins, to our…
Nov
9
2023

Washington, D.C. Presidential Welcome Event

6:30 pm

Please join us in welcoming the ninth president of Bates College, Garry W. Jenkins, to our community of alumni, parents, and friends. D.C. Host Committee Natalie A. Adler ’92 Lisa B. Barry ’77 Ann E.…
Please join us in welcoming the ninth president of Bates College, Garry W. Jenkins, to our…
Nov
8
2023

New York Presidential Welcome Event

7:00 pm

Please join us in welcoming the ninth president of Bates College, Garry W. Jenkins, to our community of alumni, parents, and friends. New York Host Committee Krista Annenberg P’26 Matthew D. Annenberg P’26 Jeremy Chase…
Join alumni, current parents, and friends of Bates for an evening with President Spencer, featuring…
Jan
10
2023

Bates in Los Angeles: An Evening with President Clayton Spencer

6:30 pm

Join alumni, current parents, and friends of Bates for an evening with President Spencer, featuring an in-depth conversation with Clayton as she reflects on her time as president of Bates,…
Join alumni, current parents, and friends of Bates for an evening with President Spencer, featuring…
Dec
6
2022

Bates in New York: An Evening with President Clayton Spencer

6:30 pm

Join alumni, current parents, and friends of Bates for an evening with President Spencer, featuring an in-depth conversation with Clayton as she reflects on her time as president of Bates,…
Join us for an in-person reception and panel discussion featuring President Clayton Spencer, Vice President for…
Apr
21
2022

Bates Connects in D.C.

6:30 pm

Join us for an in-person reception and panel discussion featuring President Clayton Spencer, Vice President for Campus Life Josh McIntosh, and Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the Faculty Malcolm Hill. Don’t…
Pre-registration has closed. Due to venue health protocols, we cannot take walk-ins. Please reach out to…
Apr
13
2022

Bates Connects in NYC

6:30 pm

Pre-registration has closed. Due to venue health protocols, we cannot take walk-ins. Please reach out to us directly at alumni@bates.edu if you have any questions. Thank you! You’re invited to an in-person reception and…
Join us for an in-person reception and panel discussion featuring President Clayton Spencer, Vice President…
Mar
30
2022

Bates Connects in Boston

6:00 pm

Join us for an in-person reception and panel discussion featuring President Clayton Spencer, Vice President for Campus Life Josh McIntosh, and Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the…

Recent Event Photos and Videos

We hope you enjoy these photos and videos from our recent events with President Jenkins..