{"id":18828,"date":"2026-07-02T09:10:22","date_gmt":"2026-07-02T13:10:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/admission\/?page_id=18828"},"modified":"2026-07-31T15:57:18","modified_gmt":"2026-07-31T19:57:18","slug":"special-events","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/admission\/connect-with-bates\/special-events\/","title":{"rendered":"Admission Special Events"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"wp-block-bates-shortcodes-highlight highlight-box\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check back later this summer for details about ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Fall Visit Day, October 12, 2026.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summer Visit Day Schedule and Details<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Admission is excited to welcome you to campus for our special Summer Visit Days! At each event, you and your family and\/or supporters will have an opportunity to take a closer look at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you haven&#8217;t registered, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ is offering one more visit day in 2026 on<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/apply.bates.edu\/register\/?id=70f8afcb-9170-4e03-a41b-7680275afa2f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Friday, August 7<\/strong><\/a><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>for you and your supporters to visit and experience our community. Registration for each of the Summer Visit Days will be held at the<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/map\/#\/olin-arts-center\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Olin Arts Center<\/a>.<br><br>On each Summer Visit Day you\u2019ll find opportunities to\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>take a tour with one of our informative student tour guides,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>have a great lunch (and desserts) in our award-winning Dining Commons,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>hear from current students and faculty about their experiences both inside and outside the classroom at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>enjoy summer in Maine and finish your day with frozen treats and camaraderie with a view of Lake Andrews (known affectionately as The Puddle).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The preliminary event schedule is listed below. The Admission team will continue to update this page with new information as we get closer to each event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re traveling to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, you will find transportation information and directions below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-bates-shortcodes-btn btn-wrap\"><div class=\"btn-action\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"8c740620-81ee-4f20-9ebf-ff7a6720b120\" aria-pressed=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><h3 class=\"btn-title\">Before 9 a.m.<\/h3><div class=\"btn-arrow\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"btn-content\" id=\"8c740620-81ee-4f20-9ebf-ff7a6720b120\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Parking and Directions to Registration&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Parking is available at the Lane Hall <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/bRbJZrctF5C2pbyZA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">parking lot<\/a>. Admission staff will be available to help you find your way to registration at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/map\/#\/olin-arts-center\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Olin Arts Center<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-bates-shortcodes-btn btn-wrap\"><div class=\"btn-action\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"8c740620-81ee-4f20-9ebf-ff7a6720b120\" aria-pressed=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><h3 class=\"btn-title\">8:15-9:00 a.m.  <\/h3><div class=\"btn-arrow\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"btn-content\" id=\"8c740620-81ee-4f20-9ebf-ff7a6720b120\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Registration | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/map\/#\/olin-arts-center\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Olin Arts Center<\/a>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Welcome to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½! Caffeinate and have a bite to eat with us before the program begins. Admission staff and student interns will be available to greet you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong> Explore the Museum of Art | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/map\/#\/olin-arts-center\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Olin Arts Center<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Come check out exhibits featuring the photography of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/museum\/phyllis-graber-jensen-picture-stories\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Phyllis Graber Jensen<\/a> and the dance-cinema piece <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/museum\/the-oath\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Oath<\/a> (2025) by Annie-B Parson and Alla Kovgan.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-bates-shortcodes-btn btn-wrap\"><div class=\"btn-action\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"66c52b5d-641c-4451-8cc9-1d7f57f12eed\" aria-pressed=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><h3 class=\"btn-title\">9:00-9:50 a.m.  <\/h3><div class=\"btn-arrow\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"btn-content\" id=\"66c52b5d-641c-4451-8cc9-1d7f57f12eed\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Welcome to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ &amp; The Transformative Power of the Liberal Arts |&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/map\/#\/olin-arts-center\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Olin Arts Center Auditorium<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are so glad to have you on campus! Let us showcase the unique experiences at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ \u2014 including academics, advising, mentorship, and the distinctive ways we educate the whole person. Bring your questions and curiosity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-bates-shortcodes-btn btn-wrap  is-style-default\"><div class=\"btn-action\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"d90178aa-1b30-424e-ae27-82a4b15b73b0\" aria-pressed=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><h3 class=\"btn-title\">10:00-10:50 a.m. <\/h3><div class=\"btn-arrow\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"btn-content\" id=\"d90178aa-1b30-424e-ae27-82a4b15b73b0\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Select from the following options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Campus Tour | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/map\/#\/olin-arts-center\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Olin Arts Center<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tour ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½&#8217; scenic campus and learn firsthand about the college&#8217;s community from a current student. The tour will depart from Olin Arts Center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Navigating Admission and Financial Aid | <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/map\/#\/pettengill-hall\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/map\/#\/pettengill-hall\"><strong>Pettengill Hall, Room G52 (Keck Classroom)<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Explore the complexities of the highly selective admission process in this engaging conversation with our team. Curious about the nuances of application rounds, financial aid, and demonstrated interest? Then this session is for you. All questions are welcome!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Athletics and Recreation at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/dir\/\/44.104879,-70.201978\/@44.104879,-70.201978,17z\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Meet Outside Alumni Gym<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Interested in health and wellness? Connect with our athletic staff and check out the spaces where students work out and play, and learn more about athletics and recreational opportunities at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-bates-shortcodes-btn btn-wrap\"><div class=\"btn-action\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"f3539c2f-52ce-4bb0-ba4f-e1191cadc8e5\" aria-pressed=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><h3 class=\"btn-title\">11:00-11:50 a.m.<\/h3><div class=\"btn-arrow\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"btn-content\" id=\"f3539c2f-52ce-4bb0-ba4f-e1191cadc8e5\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Select from the following options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Early Lunch | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/map\/#\/commons\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dining Commons<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Join us for lunch in our award-winning Dining Commons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Research, Internships &amp; Career Prep | <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/map\/#\/olin-arts-center\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Olin Arts Center Auditorium<\/a><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Connect with students and staff who are spending their summer doing research or working in the community; learn from the experts at Purposeful Work about how they connect students with meaningful opportunities while aligning what they love with what they do.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-bates-shortcodes-btn btn-wrap\"><div class=\"btn-action\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"f3539c2f-52ce-4bb0-ba4f-e1191cadc8e5\" aria-pressed=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><h3 class=\"btn-title\"> 12:00-12:50 p.m.<\/h3><div class=\"btn-arrow\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"btn-content\" id=\"f3539c2f-52ce-4bb0-ba4f-e1191cadc8e5\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Meet the Bobcats | <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/map\/#\/olin-arts-center\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Olin Arts Center Auditorium<\/a><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ is known for its welcoming spirit, and our students are known for their openness and engagement. Hear from current students about why they chose ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ and how they engage on campus and in the Lewiston community.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-bates-shortcodes-btn btn-wrap\"><div class=\"btn-action\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"f3539c2f-52ce-4bb0-ba4f-e1191cadc8e5\" aria-pressed=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><h3 class=\"btn-title\">1:00-1:50 p.m.<\/h3><div class=\"btn-arrow\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"btn-content\" id=\"f3539c2f-52ce-4bb0-ba4f-e1191cadc8e5\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Late Lunch | <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/map\/#\/commons\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dining Commons<\/a><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Join us for lunch in our award-winning Dining Commons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Campus Tour | <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/map\/#\/olin-arts-center\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Olin Arts Center<\/a><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tour ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½&#8217; scenic campus and learn firsthand about the college&#8217;s community from a current student. The tour will depart from Olin Arts Center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Navigating Admission and Financial Aid | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/map\/#\/pettengill-hall\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/map\/#\/pettengill-hall\"><strong>Pettengill Hall, Room G52 (Keck Classroom)<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Explore the complexities of the highly selective admission process in this engaging conversation with our team. Curious about the nuances of application rounds, financial aid, and demonstrated interest? Then this session is for you. All questions are welcome!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-bates-shortcodes-btn btn-wrap\"><div class=\"btn-action\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"f3539c2f-52ce-4bb0-ba4f-e1191cadc8e5\" aria-pressed=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><h3 class=\"btn-title\"> 1:00-2:30 p.m. <\/h3><div class=\"btn-arrow\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"btn-content\" id=\"f3539c2f-52ce-4bb0-ba4f-e1191cadc8e5\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ice Cream Social &amp; An Opportunity for Final Questions |&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/map\/#\/smith-hall\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Behind Smith Hall<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check out the <em>Curb Cats<\/em> food truck, and have a frozen treat on us! Members of the Admission team, as well as current students, will be available to answer any last-minute questions you might have before you depart campus.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>We want to ensure that experiences with ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ are inclusive for all. If you anticipate a barrier or need to request an accommodation, please contact the Office of Admission at (207) 786-6000 or <a href=\"mailto:admission@bates.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">admission@bates.edu<\/a>. 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