Diverse Populations

Our students and employees come from diverse backgrounds, races, religions and points of view. The ages of students in any given class might range from 16 to 60 and can be high school students just starting their educational or career tracks, or people returning to college for a career change or to update their skills.

Diversity Statement

Diversity supports the mission of Bates Technical College. Respecting and promoting diversity is vital to the education of our students and to the learning environment of our campus community. We foster an atmosphere where each of us is valued for our intellectual and cultural perspectives, increasing our ability to reflect critically and resolve challenges. We share a wealth of experiences that strengthens us individually and as a society. As students and educators, we commit to building a diverse and engaged community.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Taskforce

BatesTech.edu/DEI

Faculty, staff and students make up the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Taskforce. Members play a significant role in the development of strategies and best practices regarding diversity, equity and inclusion.

The purpose of the taskforce is to develop and promote best practices that create a more inclusive and equitable college community. The work of the taskforce will help the community educate, promote and support diversity in its broadest sense – including with respect to race and ethnicity, gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, language culture, national origin, religion, age, disability status and political perspective.