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Dear ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Families,

We hope you’ve had a wonderful summer! As the fall semester approaches, here are some important dates and reminders to help your students ease back into campus life.

• Arrival for returning students: We welcomed fall student-athletes back to campus earlier this week for pre-season training. All other returning students may move into residences between Sunday, August 31 and Tuesday, September 2, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Students should make their first stop at Commons.ÌýView the residential calendar →
• First week of Fall Semester: The first meal on the board plan for returning students will be dinner on Monday, September 1. The Add/Drop Period for Fall 2025 course schedules opens on Tuesday, September 2, and classes begin on Wednesday, September 3.Ìý
• A Note on Textbooks from the College Store: Textbooks are available to buy online at our partner site via . Books purchased from eCampus can be picked up by students at Post & Print like any other incoming mail or packages, and digital purchases are immediately available for use. Students received additional information on the new process via their ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ email.Ìý
• Back to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½: Register now for our annual Alumni and Family Weekend, October 3–4, 2025! It’s a great opportunity to return to campus and enjoy a full schedule of activities with your Bobcat.ÌýView details and register →
• Fall recess: Residences and Commons will remain open Wednesday, October 15–Sunday, October 19.ÌýSee the full residential calendar →
• Student support: This is a great time to remind your student of the many resources available on campus for both academics and well-being. Your encouragement to seek out support early can make a big difference.ÌýExplore academic and student support resources →

If you’d like to connect with our team, reach out at parents@bates.edu or 207-786-6242. We’re so excited to welcome your students back to campus for another year filled with learning, growth, and community!

Best from ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½,
The ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Parent Team