Colby Class of 1986: Reunions and More

Great story about Colby and Waterville

A struggling Maine city has staged a dramatic turnaround. Here’s how it happened. Changes began when a major institution took a gamble—and it paid off.

Proud of our class. In case you haven't been up to campus in a while.

Folks! Hope everyone has had a great winter. Meteorological spring begins Saturday. How about springing into action and donating on behalf of our class for this years True Blue, celebrating the anniversary of our founding! https://give.colby.edu/true-blue-25 Just over a year away from our 40th by the way. Anyone interested in helping plan let us know.

True Blue ’25 Join me and make a gift during Colby's True Blue ’25 Challenge

Sad news from the hill. A Colby legend passes.

Professor L. Sandy Maisel Dies at Age 79 - Colby News Sandy Maisel was a scholar, political analyst, and a modern man of letters. He passed away Dec. 9, 2024. He was 79.

So nice Jane Powers and the year 1986 will be forever emblazened on a Colby dorm.
What an honor!!!

Colby Residence Halls to be Named After Four Influential Women Jacqueline Núñez, Carol Swann-Daniels, Jane Powers, and Paula Lunder will be honored

Wow. "Picturesque Waterville, Maine!"

The Best Inns and Hotels in New England for Every Type of Traveler There are many perks to visiting New England and New York in the off-season, and here are nine hotels and inns worth staying in.

Evan Dangel and Susan Roberts Dangel have generously stepped up to match every gift from the Class of 1986 with an extra $100, up to $10,000 total. If you have not given to Colby this year, please consider making a gift and take advantage of Evan and Sue's generous offer!

True Blue ’24 Challenge Join me and make a gift during Colby's True Blue ’24 Challenge

As we close out the year here's a look back at some of Colby's best press.

Media Stories from 2023 National media continue to cover Colby

Who is headed back to campus this weekend?

Discover the history of the Colby Mule in this inspiring and insightful article:
https://brnw.ch/21wDFDT
Hope to see you at Homecoming this weekend!

One of the few professors from "our time".

The True Frenchman The longtime director of Colby in Dijon, Jon Weiss fails only retirement

Amazing gift and commitment from Evan and Sue towards wellness at Colby. Go '86ers! 🙏🙏🙏🙏 Sue and Evan!!

Gift from Susan ’86 and Evan Dangel ’86 Supports Healthy Colby - Dare Northward Colby has received a $300,000 gift from Susan ’86 and Evan Dangel ’86 to support student services, including mental and emotional health, wellness, and learning support.

New Gordon Center for the performing arts will open in August. This will be the largest academic building on campus. It will be a great spot for theatre and dance, but also for all students to enjoy the amazing space. The view back to Runnels really highlights the architecture of that building, likely the future home of the AI institute.