Announcements Archives - Page 22 of 27

Clyburn Joins Colby as Dean of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Tayo Clyburn, presently vice president of inclusive diversity and equity and chief diversity officer at St. Mary’s College of Maryland, has been named dean of diversity, equity, and inclusion for Colby. He comes to Mayflower Hill with extensive experience in diversity and inclusion in higher education. At Colby Clyburn…

Migrants’ Rights Activist to be 2020 Oak Human Rights Fellow

The Oak Institute for Human Rights is proud to announce the 2020 Oak Human Rights Fellow: Nasim Lomani, a human rights defender and migrants’ rights activist, who has been working in Greece and across the EU for over a decade, will join the Colby community this fall.

Colby’s Class of 2024 Breaks Records

Receiving nearly 14,000 applications for the Class of 2024, Colby had the largest applicant pool in the College's history, showing yet again the continuously growing demand and enthusiasm for a Colby education.

Colby Launches Campaign To Find Jobs For Every Graduating Senior

To counter the negative impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the current job market, Colby College today announced the launch of Pay It Northward, a daring and strategic campaign focused on securing postgraduate opportunities for every member in its current senior class.

Colby Names Eric Harlow Head Coach of Alpine Skiing

In his more than 20 years of coaching elite athletes, he has developed and led teams and individuals who have consistently excelled at junior levels, top-ranked NCAA teams, the U.S. Ski Team, and international teams.

Class of 2024 Admitted to Colby

"We're thrilled to welcome this remarkable group of students to Colby's Class of 2024. Their talents, intellect, perspectives, and interests will enrich our community and classrooms in countless ways," said Randi Arsenault ’09, assistant vice president of admissions and financial aid.

Davis Project for Peace Winners to Initiate Menstrual Help for Refugees in Uganda

With the $10,000 award, Bahudodda and Qazi will spend the summer at the Nakivale Refugee Settlement in western Uganda to implement their three-fold project.

Colby Receives $16-Million Gift to Advance Major Initiatives

Colby College today announced that it has received a $16-million gift from Trustee Marieke Rothschild P’16 and her husband, Jeff Rothschild P’16, in support of three of the College’s highest priorities: financial aid, the arts, and health and wellness.

Alan Hume, Founder of Colby-Hume Center, Dies at 93

Dr. Hume’s generosity led to the Colby-Hume Center on Messalonskee Lake, a beautiful setting that holds a special meaning for the Colby community.

Side by side photos of Sen. Susan Collins and Democratic challenger Sara Gideon.

Colby Poll Shows Statistical Dead Heat in Maine’s U.S. Senate Race

“There’s a long way to go, and things can change,” said Dan Shea, Colby College professor of government and the lead researcher on the poll, who noted Sen. Collins last earned re-election with 67 percent of the vote. “However, the results indicate this could be the kind of race Sen. Collins has not had to deal with before.”