Professor Stephanie Kelley-Romano addressed the Bates College Class of 2026 at their Baccalaureate ceremony. Her speech focused on taking action aligned with values, embracing personal growth as an ongoing process, and prioritizing authenticity.
Bates College will provide free laundry services to all students after successful advocacy by several undergraduates. Student leaders collaborated on research and proposals over multiple semesters before college administrators approved universal access.
Two faculty members from Bates College have been named Fulbright fellows for 2026-2027. Elena Maker Castro will conduct research on youth sociopolitical development in Mexico City while Michel Droge embarks on an art-science collaboration spanning Greece and Iceland.
Sebenele Lukhele will deliver the Senior Address at Bates College’s upcoming Commencement ceremony. He reflects on his experiences exploring academics and campus life while emphasizing themes of diversity and inclusion.
Bates College’s Class of 2026 unveiled its ivy stone featuring Adirondack chairs symbolizing community ties on campus. Designer Mia Wetzel drew inspiration from post-pandemic reconnection while honoring retiring mason Ron Tardif.
In the 2024-25 school year, 350 of male students in Androscoggin County were considered proficient in Science, according to the Maine Department of Education.
Bates College celebrated its Class of 2026 commencement on May 31 with remarks from President Garry W. Jenkins and author Deborah Harkness emphasizing community values and lifelong curiosity. Senior speaker Sebenele Lukhele reflected on diversity’s role in building belonging at Bates.
Bates College celebrates its graduating seniors by spotlighting 14 students embarking on varied career paths. Graduates plan futures ranging from medicine and law to teaching abroad and entrepreneurship. Faculty mentorships and campus experiences played key roles in preparing them.
In the 2024-25 school year, 339 of female students in Androscoggin County were considered proficient in Science, according to the Maine Department of Education.
Bates College will celebrate its 160th Commencement on May 31 with outdoor ceremonies featuring speeches by students and honorees including author Deborah Harkness. Three honorary degrees will be conferred while faculty traditions mark notable transitions.