Slideshow: Remembering Gene Clough, a teacher with boundless …
Gene Clough, a Bates teacher whose passion and curiosity inspired generations of Bates students during a 38-year Bates career, died Oct. 23 at age 77.
You’ve got questions, and we have answers to what you need to know regarding Reunion.
Bates College prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status, and other legally protected statuses under the Equal Opportunity, Non-Discrimination, and Anti-Harassment Policy. Any person exhibiting behavior that is deemed inconsistent with the policy outlined above – or that violates any applicable Bates College policy – will be asked to leave campus. Reunion attendees shall treat all Bates College students, employees, volunteers, and fellow alumni with respect, courtesy, and dignity. Reunion attendees shall not harass, bully, or mistreat students, staff, or others in any interactions while attending Reunion.
No, we don’t expect you to pay if you are arriving late in the evening. Sign up for the days you will be attending meals and activities and housing for the nights you will be staying on campus.
Reunion pricing will be available in 2025.
It is important to us that Reunion be available to anyone who wants to attend. If the packages are cost-prohibitive, please reach out to reunion@bates.edu and we will be happy to discuss this with you. Unfortunately, assistance is not available for transportation costs.
Yes. We will refund your registration in full up until May 20. After that point, we will consider extenuating circumstances on a case-by-case basis. Email reunion@bates.edu if you need a refund. Please note that Bates will not reimburse travel expenses, so we encourage you to consider the cancellation policies for your travel when you book your trip.
Make the Welcome Center located in Commons your first stop. The Welcome Center will be open:
If you will be arriving on campus after the Welcome Center closes, please email reunion@bates.edu by June 1 to coordinate key pickup. Residence halls close at noon on Sunday.
Housing assignments will be made in May after registration closes. Final decisions regarding housing assignments are determined by a variety of factors, including class attendance size and the number of available beds in each residence hall.
Dorm accommodations feature shared hall bathrooms and are not heated or air-conditioned. Towels, bed linens, and a pillow are provided for each twin-sized bed. You might consider bringing the following items: reading lamp, hangers, small fan, and extra pillows or blankets.Dorm accommodations feature shared hall bathrooms and most buildings are not heated or air-conditioned. While many dormitories have undergone renovations since your time on campus, many remain in the same condition as when you were students. Basic amenities, such as towels, bed linens, and a pillow, are provided for each twin-sized bed using a standard dorm mattress. Housekeeping for dorm rooms is not provided. Consider bringing the following items for added comfort: a reading lamp, hangers, a small fan, and extra pillows or blankets.
Considering Your Comfort:
If you prefer more amenities or a climate-controlled environment, we recommend exploring our nearby hotel options. During your stay, we have arranged a special room block with discounted rates at the Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch for your convenience. Other local accommodations are also available to suit various preferences.
If you register with guests, you will be housed with your party. You can make roommate requests on your registration form to share a room with a friend. We recommend that you contact your friends in advance so that requests match. You can also make requests to be housed in your own room, but near friends. We do our best to accomodate all requests, but attendees may need to share a room due availabilty. There are also nearby hotel options available.
No, dorms have shared bathrooms. If you need to be close to a bathroom, please note that as a housing request during registration. If you require your own bathroom, there are many local accommodations available.
If you need to be close to an elevator please note that as a housing request during registration.
Depending on the number of family members, you will be assigned one or multiple rooms. For families with one child guest, an extra mattress is typically brought into a double occupancy room. For families with multiple children, you will be assigned multiple rooms next to each other. We are unable to provide pack and plays/portable cribs.
Our goal is to make Reunion accessible to all attendees and ensure that everyone feels welcome and comfortable. Alumni requiring assistance should contact reunion@bates.edu by May 1 to make arrangements. We are happy to rent wheelchairs or other equipment locally, to provide accessible rooms, or to assist in other ways.
You can find that information here.
You can park in any legal spot on campus. Please follow all posted signs. The largest parking lot is located between Underhill Arena and the Russell Street Track (141 Russell Street). We will have golf carts available to transport guests from the parking lot to the Welcome Center and dorms.
Bates doesn’t provide transportation to campus for Reunion, but many alumni coordinate rides and carpool with each other. We have collected information about local transportation options for you.
We don’t have a formal list of carpooling options. Your class’ Facebook page is a great place to start a conversation about carpooling or you may reach out to your social committee.
We suggest checking websites like Care.com and Sittercity.com. Bates cannot provide names of local sitters or students. Please note: Care.com and Sittercity.com are private for-profit businesses and are in no way affiliated with Bates College.
The Reunion Golf Outing costs $60 per player or $240 for a foursome. You can add the Reunion Golf Outing option to your reunion weekend activities during online registration. For more information about the Reunion Golf Outing, contact Steph Dumont at sdumont@bates.edu.
The Reunion Golf Outing is open to anyone who wants to play! Alumni, spouses/partners, and your guests are welcome.
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You are welcome to bring your pet to any of the events in the common areas as well as on the grounds as long as it is leashed. Unfortunately, pets are not allowed in dorms. Service animals are permitted. As with all animals on campus, the owner assumes all responsibility for cleaning up after, and any damage caused by the animal. Please read the full policy here. The Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch does allow up to two pets (dog or cat only) to stay in rooms for a non-refundable fee of $75. If you choose to stay on campus, you will need to find boarding for your pet.
Questions?
We’re here to help! Contact us at reunion@bates.edu or 888-522-8371.