Bates researcher says some policies would reduce mass shootings

Michael Rocque said requiring permits to buy a gun and banning large-capacity magazines for guns would save lives.

National professors association backs union’s stance at Bates College

The American Association of University Professors said in a legal filing that some academics should be able to share union membership with college staff.

Video: Bates violinists play for furry fans

A 2012 study by The Journal of Veterinary Behavior concluded that classical music helped dogs in kennels relax more than any other genre.

Photo Album: Students at Edward Little, Bates College show support for abortion rights

Bates College taps Dr. Nirav Shah as its commencement speaker

With pandemic fears waning, the college plans a traditional graduation ceremony in May for the first time in three years.

Bates College aims for a new union vote by its employees

Bates hopes the national labor board will rule in its favor on who can join the union and order a new vote by eligible workers who want one.

Bates College accused of racial discrimination by its former football coach

Malik Hall, replaced as coach last year, filed a civil rights lawsuit last week against the elite Lewiston college that once employed him

Photo Album: Decorating Ukrainian pysanky eggs at Bates College

A pysanky is a traditional Ukrainian Easter egg decorated with folk designs using beeswax, differing from Christian Easter eggs that are decorated with watercolor paint.

Bates symposium highlights student research near and far

More than 200 students presented research spanning from the sciences, humanities and interdisciplinary pursuits.

Ukrainian egg decorator brings ancient Easter tradition back to Bates College

Artist Lesia Sochor of Belfast, whose parents were born in Ukraine, says the eggs are a symbol of good health and abundance and are a revered part of the Ukrainian culture.