Colby College’s Dare Northward

Colby College tapped Empire to produce an interactive event that brought over 350 alumni, supporters, and leaders together to showcase the liberal arts college's accomplishments emerging from their recent Dare Northward Campaign. The evening highlighted the impact of donors on campus with custom activations that brought the spirit of Colby in Maine to New York City.

We developed the creative vision from décor to catering and event flow. Guests enjoyed a fireside chat exploring Colby’s future, followed by a lively afterparty reception. Five immersive installations captured the college’s legacy, including a branded photo station, seasonal campus photo activation, lightbox installation, Miller Library-inspired bar, and a Harold Alfond Athletics and Recreation Center and Harold Alfond Athletics lounge. With LED/projection walls spotlighting the campus community and Arts at Colby, the evening brought the college’s identity to life.