Summer Reminder as the Year Comes to a Close
Dear ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Families,
As Short Term wraps up and Commencement Weekend approaches, it’s hard to believe we’re already at the end of another remarkable academic year at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½. As we prepare for summer on campus, we want to share a few updates and reminders.
End of Short Term & Commencement
- Short Term Ends:Â Wednesday, May 27
- Residences close for non-seniors: Thursday, May 28, at 5 p.m. Board plan ends with lunch. Review the move-out process →
- Commencement: Sunday, May 31 Explore the Commencement schedule →
- Residences close for seniors: Sunday, May 31, at 5 p.m. View the Residential Calendar →
- Action Required – Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP): All returning students must enroll or waive health insurance coverage through Garnet Gateway by Wednesday, May 27, 2026. Students who do not complete the process by the deadline will automatically be enrolled in the ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½-sponsored health insurance plan. Learn more about SHIP requirements and coverage details →
- New ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ ID Cards: ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ will introduce new student ID cards starting on August 14. Returning students will exchange their current ID card when they arrive on campus for the fall semester. Students can check ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½Now for additional information.
- Summer Support & Resources: During the summer months, students continue to have access to a wide range of campus support services. Whether your student is spending the summer on campus, at home, or elsewhere, they can connect with departments including Campus Safety,ÌýResidence Life and Housing,Ìýand the IT Help Desk.
If you’d like to connect with our team, please reach out at parents@bates.edu or 207-786-6242. Thank you for being part of the ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ community this year and for all the ways you’ve supported your student along the way. We hope you and your Bobcat have a restful and wonderful summer!
Best from ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½,
The ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Parent Team
