It is the mission of the Office of the Dean of Students to take a holistic and collaborative approach to the education and empowerment of students. We support our diverse student body as they navigate social and academic transitions throughout their time at Bowdoin. We guide and advise students by promoting an inclusive community, individual growth, personal accountability, and meaningful citizenship at Bowdoin and beyond.
Members of our staff are knowledgeable about issues and problems that arise for students and are a good source of information about College resources and policies. We offer general advising as well as referrals to other campus offices. We help students and parents manage academic and nonacademic situations as they arise, consulting extensively with faculty and staff across the College. Stop by the office or contact your dean to make an appointment!
*** PLEASE NOTE: Our office is currently scheduling Drop in Dean hours for the Spring 2023 semester. Stay tuned! Below is the information from last semester. ***
Who: Class Deans Melissa Quinby, Danielle Hussey, Khoa Khuong, and Roosevelt Boone PLUS Lisa Hardej, Lesley Levy, Kristina Odejimi, and Michael Pulju
What: Drop-in hours with ODOS
When: Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Smith Union Conference Room – 1st floor of Smith Union (by the stairs leading up to the bookstore)