Bates. Less likely to encounter toxic masculinity.

Recently read two newspaper articles about racism at Bates College. Very disturbing allegations. One involved the dismissal of the longtime head of security at Bates College, while the other shares details of a racial discrimination lawsuit filed by the head football coach at Bates College.

Agree that Bates College and Colgate University offer contrasting environments. I doubt that a student well suited for one would be comfortable at the other as Colgate is quite preppy and fratty with lots of students targeting Wall Street finance type positions, whereas Bates offers a crunchy, granola option for those interested in environmental issues as well as the study of psychology. (And, yes, I am aware that Colgate offers psychology & environmental studies options.)

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Anonymous wrote:Despite the surface similarities, these are two very different schools (as others have already pointed out). I have a kid at Bates, who didn't even consider Colgate. The frat and drinking scene at Colgate was very unappealing, both to him and to me. Bates has a much more open curriculum, and a history of progressive policies and values.

You say that like it's a good thing

The school was founded in the 1850s as both integrated and coeducational. It has never had private clubs of any kind. It remains open and welcoming to students of all backgrounds. If that's not a good thing in your view, take a good hard look at yourself.

Well said PP. Bates is very proud of that legacy and continues to be a welcoming place today. It’s also full of smart, fun people who appreciate that. Not sure how that could be spun in a negative way either.

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Anonymous wrote:Despite the surface similarities, these are two very different schools (as others have already pointed out). I have a kid at Bates, who didn't even consider Colgate. The frat and drinking scene at Colgate was very unappealing, both to him and to me. Bates has a much more open curriculum, and a history of progressive policies and values.

You say that like it's a good thing

The school was founded in the 1850s as both integrated and coeducational. It has never had private clubs of any kind. It remains open and welcoming to students of all backgrounds. If that's not a good thing in your view, take a good hard look at yourself.

Boy or girl? Athlete or mathlete?

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Anonymous wrote:Despite the surface similarities, these are two very different schools (as others have already pointed out). I have a kid at Bates, who didn't even consider Colgate. The frat and drinking scene at Colgate was very unappealing, both to him and to me. Bates has a much more open curriculum, and a history of progressive policies and values.

You say that like it's a good thing

To her kid, and their family it is. Regardless it is a good perspective on the Bates community -- if you disagree or think that's unimportant you won't waste your money and time applying.

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Anonymous wrote:Okay, most bougie college baby name game. Duquesne?

Nickname: Duke

I love you both!

Anonymous wrote:Despite the surface similarities, these are two very different schools (as others have already pointed out). I have a kid at Bates, who didn't even consider Colgate. The frat and drinking scene at Colgate was very unappealing, both to him and to me. Bates has a much more open curriculum, and a history of progressive policies and values.

You say that like it's a good thing

Anonymous wrote:Okay, most bougie college baby name game. Duquesne?

Nickname: Duke

Anonymous wrote:Easy answer: COLGATE! Go 'Gate... Enthusiastic Alum here. Particularly if an athlete... Way better sports.

Lol.....excellent job at reinforcing the Colgate douche bro stereotype.

Anonymous wrote:Okay, most bougie college baby name game. Duquesne?

Williams or Swarthmore doesn't have the same ring as Duquesne. I bet there is someone who would consider naming their kid one of these names.

Okay, most bougie college baby name game. Duquesne?

Easy answer: COLGATE! Go 'Gate... Enthusiastic Alum here. Particularly if an athlete... Way better sports.

Despite the surface similarities, these are two very different schools (as others have already pointed out). I have a kid at Bates, who didn't even consider Colgate. The frat and drinking scene at Colgate was very unappealing, both to him and to me. Bates has a much more open curriculum, and a history of progressive policies and values.

Anonymous wrote:I've been on DCUM too long. I thought this was a baby name thread, and thought, Oh God, please don't use either.

Try posting it on expectant parents thread and see what happens.