Events – Parents and Families /parents Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:31:06 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.3 /wp-content/themes/b/bates-framework/styles/images/bates-favicon.png Events – Parents and Families /parents 32 32 Los Angeles Summer Welcome Reception /parents/events/los-angeles-summer-welcome-reception-2/ Thu, 28 May 2026 13:15:59 +0000 /parents/?post_type=bates_events&p=6326 We invite incoming and current ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ families and their students from the Los Angeles area to join us to meet and make connections. Get to know your fellow Bobcats, hear from current ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ families, and expand your ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ network.

This event is hosted by a Class of 2029 family.

Can’t make it? Looking for a different date or location? Be sure to check out our full lineup of events for incoming families.

What to expect:
  • This is an informal meet-and-greet for both family members and incoming ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ students. Light refreshments will be provided. Dress code is casual.
  • If family members cannot attend, students are still encouraged to register and attend so they can connect with their fellow Bobcats. If a student cannot attend, their parents and support networks are welcome to attend and meet other ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ families.
  • While college staff will be present to help greet incoming families, this casual networking gathering will not include a formal presentation or information session.
  • Please register by July 28.
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The Office of Parent Giving and Engagement is here to help. Please contact our team with any questions.

ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ strives to host inclusive, accessible events. For inquiries about accessibility, please reach out to our team.

]]> Maine Summer Welcome Reception /parents/events/maine-summer-welcome-reception-2/ Thu, 28 May 2026 13:34:17 +0000 /parents/?post_type=bates_events&p=6329 We invite incoming ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ families and their students from the New England area to join us to meet and make connections. Get to know your fellow Bobcats, hear from current ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ families, and expand your ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ network.

This event is hosted by a Class of 2029 family.

Can’t make it? Looking for a different date or location? Be sure to check out our full lineup of events for incoming families.

What to expect:
  • This is an informal meet-and-greet for both family members and incoming ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ students. Light refreshments will be provided. Dress code is casual.
  • If family members cannot attend, students are still encouraged to register and attend so they can connect with their fellow Bobcats. If a student cannot attend, their parents and support networks are welcome to attend and meet other ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ families.
  • While college staff will be present to help greet incoming families, this casual networking gathering will not include a formal presentation or information session.
  • Please register by August 3.
Please let us know you’re coming.
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The Office of Parent Giving and Engagement is here to help. Please contact our team with any questions.

ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ strives to host inclusive, accessible events. For inquiries about accessibility, please reach out to our team.

]]> Philadelphia Summer Welcome Reception /parents/events/philadelphia-summer-welcome-reception-2/ Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:17:21 +0000 /parents/?post_type=bates_events&p=6414 We invite incoming ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ families and their students from the Philadelphia area to join us to meet and make connections. Get to know your fellow Bobcats and expand your ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ network.

This event is hosted at a local restaurant in Philadelphia’s University City area.

Can’t make it? Looking for a different date or location? Be sure to check out our full lineup of events for incoming families.

What to expect:
  • This is an informal meet-and-greet for both family members and incoming ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ students. Light refreshments will be provided. Dress code is casual.
  • If family members cannot attend, students are still encouraged to register and attend so they can connect with their fellow Bobcats. If a student cannot attend, their parents and support networks are welcome to attend and meet other ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ families.
  • While college staff will be present to help greet incoming families, this casual networking gathering will not include a formal presentation or information session.
  • Please register by August 3.
Please let us know you’re coming.
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The Office of Parent Giving and Engagement is here to help. Please contact our team with any questions.

ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ strives to host inclusive, accessible events. For inquiries about accessibility, please reach out to our team.

]]> Denver Summer Welcome Reception /parents/events/denver-summer-welcome-reception-2/ Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:16:40 +0000 /parents/?post_type=bates_events&p=6373 We invite incoming and current ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ families and their students from the Denver area to join us to meet and make connections. Get to know your fellow Bobcats, hear from current ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ families, and expand your ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ network.

This event is hosted by a family from the Classes of 1994, 1996, and 2029.

Can’t make it? Looking for a different date or location? Be sure to check out our full lineup of events for incoming families.

What to expect:
  • This is an informal meet-and-greet for both family members and incoming ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ students. Light refreshments will be provided. Dress code is casual.
  • If family members cannot attend, students are still encouraged to register and attend so they can connect with their fellow Bobcats. If a student cannot attend, their parents and support networks are welcome to attend and meet other ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ families.
  • While college staff will be present to help greet incoming families, this casual networking gathering will not include a formal presentation or information session.
  • Please register by August 3.
Please let us know you’re coming.
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The Office of Parent Giving and Engagement is here to help. Please contact our team with any questions.

ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ strives to host inclusive, accessible events. For inquiries about accessibility, please reach out to our team.

]]> San Francisco Summer Welcome Reception /parents/events/san-francisco-summer-welcome-reception/ Fri, 08 May 2026 14:39:38 +0000 /parents/?post_type=bates_events&p=6217 We invite incoming ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ families and their students from the Bay area to join us to meet and make connections. Get to know your fellow Bobcats, hear from current ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ families, and expand your ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ network.

This event is hosted by a Class of 2029 family.

Can’t make it? Looking for a different date or location? Be sure to check out our full lineup of events for incoming families.

What to expect:

  • This is an informal meet-and-greet for both family members and incoming ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ students. Light refreshments will be provided. Dress code is casual.
  • If family members cannot attend, students are still encouraged to register and attend so they can connect with their fellow Bobcats. If a student cannot attend, their parents and support networks are welcome to attend and meet other ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ families.
  • While college staff will be present to help greet incoming families, this casual networking gathering will not include a formal presentation or information session.
  • Please register by August 6.
Please let us know you’re coming.
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The Office of Parent Giving and Engagement is here to help. Please contact our team with any questions.

ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ strives to host inclusive, accessible events. For inquiries about accessibility, please reach out to our team.

]]> Orientation Webinar: Academics at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ /parents/events/academics-at-bates-webinar-2026/ Thu, 31 Jul 2025 19:52:56 +0000 /parents/?post_type=bates_events&p=5590

Join us to hear from a panel of faculty and staff members who will discuss academics, academic support systems at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, and how families can support this element of their student’s experience on campus.

You may pre-submit questions via the registration form, and we will take questions during the event as well.

This webinar is open to the parents/guardians of members of the Class of 2030, and pre-registration is required.

This webinar will be recorded, and all 2030 families will receive a link/password to view the recording within 72 hours of the event.

Topics will include:
  • General Education Overview
  • The role of the faculty advisor
  • Accessible Education
  • Peer Learning Commons
  • Ladd Library and the IT Help Desk

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]]> Orientation Webinar: Life Outside the ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Classroom /parents/events/life-outside-the-bates-classroom-webinar-2026/ Thu, 31 Jul 2025 19:54:57 +0000 /parents/?post_type=bates_events&p=5597 Join us to hear from a panel of staff members who will discuss life outside the classroom and how families can support this element of their student’s experience at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½.

You may pre-submit questions via the registration form, and we will take questions during the event as well.

This webinar is open to the parents/guardians of members of the Class of 2030. Pre-registration is required.

This webinar will be recorded, and all 2030 families will receive a link/password to view the recording within 72 hours of the event.

Topics will include:
  • Campus Life and ways for students to build connections
  • The Student Center for Belonging and Community
  • The Harward Center for Community Partnerships
  • The Center for Purposeful Work
  • And more!

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]]> Orientation Webinar: Supporting Your ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Student’s Well-Being /parents/events/student-well-being-webinar-2026/ Thu, 31 Jul 2025 19:56:41 +0000 /parents/?post_type=bates_events&p=5600 Join us to hear from a panel of staff members who will discuss student well-being at ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ and how families can support this element of their student’s experience on campus.

You may pre-submit questions via the registration form, and we will take questions during the event as well.

This webinar is open to the parents/guardians of members of the Class of 2030, and pre-registration is required.

This webinar will be recorded, and all 2030 families will receive a link/password to view the recording within 72 hours of the event.

Topics will include:
  • The role of the Student Support Advisor (SSA)
  • ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Health Services and after-hours care
  • Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
  • Residence Life supports
  • Sports medicine, fitness, and wellness
  • And more!

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