The Bowdoin Orient

09/15/2025

Bowdoin is full of musicians, some of whom have come together through various campus bands. Learn about Kaleidoscope, Pariah, Josh Klein, and Far From Juno at the link.

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09/14/2025

The field hockey team had a successful start to its season, securing wins over Colby College and the University of Southern Maine last Saturday and Tuesday, respectively. Learn more at the link.

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09/13/2025

A new fantasy-themed cafe has opened on Maine Street. The owners hope to draw in customers not just from Brunswick but also those on their way to Portland and Bar Harbor. To learn more about the restaurant and its fun offerings, click the link.

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09/12/2025

This past Tuesday, two men were arrested after shouting racial slurs and threatening two students. The Bowdoin Safety and Security officers who reported to the scene were also threatened by such men. Learn more at the link.

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09/10/2025

The Benjamin Hill-Lam ’13 Observatory finished renovations over the summer, providing longevity to the building’s operations. Before reopening, the building will enter a testing phase for the new instruments. Learn more about the observatory’s changes at the link in our bio.

09/09/2025

The Athletics Department named Mohamed Diawara as the inaugural Howard Vandersea Athletics Department Fellow this summer. For the next two years, Diawara will work with and learn from athletics staff, specifically focusing on administration and student-athlete well-being at the College. To learn more about Diawara and the fellowship, click the link in our bio.

09/08/2025

Sills Hall has reopened after almost a year of renovations. Completed with new light-filled spaces, offices, classrooms, and new technology, the space combines modern upgrades with historic character. See a sneak-peek of the updated building here, and read more about the renovation at the link in our bio.

09/07/2025

On Thursday, the BCMA opened its newest exhibition titled “Medieval Art from the Wyvern Collection: Global Networks and Creative Connections." For the next three years, museum visitors will get the chance to explore the medieval world. To learn more about the works on display and the curatorial efforts of Professor of Art History Stephen Perkinson, visit the link here.

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09/06/2025

Former Head of Security Randy Nichols’ retirement provoked sadness among many in the Bowdoin community. However, Nichols’ role has been replaced by Bill Harwood, the former Associate Vice President of the Office of Safety and Security. Although Harwood had previous experience in law enforcement outside of the College, he also had a unique career path, starting as a forensic chemist. Read more about Harwood’s new position and experiences at the link in our bio.

09/05/2025

On August 8, a class action lawsuit regarding Early Decision was filed against 32 higher education institutions, including the College. For more information on the lawsuit details, visit the link in our bio.

06/05/2025

President Safa Zaki and Chair of the Board of Trustees Scott Perper received a second letter from the House of Representatives' Committee on Education and Workforce on June 2 stating the committee's dissatisfaction with the College's response to its investigation. Read more at the link in our bio.

05/15/2025

The Bowdoin Orient Spring 2025 Magazine is out now in print and online. Find more articles and photographs at the link.

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