The all-familiar optimization process may be popular amongst first-years, but a by-class system better serves upperclassmen and aligns with other Bates policies. During my first year, I reveled in the...

“It’s not worth being cold when the landscape looks so sad. I wish there was snow so it could at least be enjoyable.” That’s what my friend said as we walked through campus bundled up with our...

The Halloween Dance, one of the most talked about and anticipated events at Bates this fall, finally took place and lets just say it was a treat, which for a Halloween-themed event could be a good sign....

We asked nine Bates students what issues they care most about in this upcoming election. This is what they said:

AESOP: the best four days of my life and also the smelliest four days of my life? On my AESOP orientation trip I met some of the kindest people and, now, about two months later, whenever I pass by any...

The anticipation leading up to the presidential debates had been growing since the day Kamala Harris announced her presidential campaign three months prior. Seated in Chase Hall with a hundred other students...

It was a Friday night in Lewiston, and, naturally, there wasn’t anything to do. Back home in Texas, I was used to restaurants and venues that were open after 8 p.m., and I was looking for something to...

A peek through a window and campus colors have transformed from lush greens into warm, fiery tones. A step outside and a cool wind brushes your skin. A walk around Bates and you can practically hear the...

“What is your favorite spot on campus?”  Almost all of us have been asked that question before—perhaps as an icebreaker at a club meeting or while showing your family around during Parents’...

In this article, I go over reasons why I think newer dorms should cost more than older dorms. If you live in these newer dorms I believe there should be a small increase in the room and board fee, specifically...

What do you think of your dorm at Bates?  We asked that question of each other at last week’s meeting of The Bates Student. People had plenty to say about it—some people wished their dorms had...