Meet some members of the Alumni Council: a passionate group of Batesies who volunteer their time and talent to keep our network strong, create meaningful opportunities for connection, and support the future of the college. Ready to make an impact? The Alumni Council is officially accepting nominations for new members! This is your opportunity to help shape the future of the Bates alumni experience. Learn more and nominate yourself or a deserving fellow Bobcat today! https://www.bates.edu/alumni/

What a historic day! ✨ We are still buzzing from the incredible energy and pride at our Inaugural Bates Athletics Hall of Fame Ceremony. It was an honor to pay tribute to the legendary individuals and teams that have laid the foundation for excellence in Bates Athletics. To our first-ever class of inductees: thank you for the honor, distinction, and legacy you have brought to Bates. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate this milestone. The Bobcat community is truly something sp

ALUMNI UPDATE: Vanessa Paolella ’21 For Vanessa the work is just beginning. After nearly two years serving in the Peace Corps, she is heading back to Madagascar to continue supporting deaf children and their education. We were able to catch up with Vanessa as she filled us in on her life after Bates and where she plans on going next! To learn even more about her experience, make sure to check out her Sun Journal column, Letters From Madagascar: https://www.sunjournal.com/author/vanessa-paolella/