Wendy Goldman, daughter of Richard Marc Goldman and Linda S. Hermans, M.D. of Dresden, Maine, graduated from Bates College with a degree in religious studies. She is a 2012 graduate of Hall-Dale High School.

Bates College graduated 462 students from 32 states and 43 countries. Cumulatively, the Class of 2016 performed approximately 17,500 hours of community service, exemplifying Bates' commitment to community learning and civic action.