Who's My Dean?
First-Year Students
If you would like to speak to a dean about a first-year student, please call:
- Melissa Quinby, Interim Dean of First-Year Students, 207-725-3489
- Khoa Khuong, Assistant Dean of First-Year Students, 207-798-7026
Upperclass Students
If you would like to speak to a dean about an upperclass student, please call:
| Dean | Title | Student's last name begins with… | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Pulju | Interim Assistant Dean for Upperclass Students | A-K | 207-725-3866 |
| Abbey Greene Goldman | Interim Assistant Dean for Upperclass Students | L-Z | 207-725-3223 |
Other Services
- To discuss a suspected case of academic dishonesty, contact Kate O'Grady (207-725-3493)
- To discuss the accommodations for a student with a disability, contact Lesley Levy (207-798-4187)
- To discuss international student issues, contact Khoa Khuong (207-798-7026)
- To discuss general matters for the Office of the Dean of Students, contact Janet Lohmann (207-725 3490)
- After hours, 7 days a week, to assist with student emergencies, contact the Dean-on-Call through Security (207-725-3314)
Tim Foster, Dean of Student Affairs
Professional Duties
- Oversight of the staff, programs, and services comprising the Division of Student Affairs which exists to support students and the College in developing and maintaining our learning community.
- Staff throughout the Division of Student Affairs assist students with their studies, their leadership and social growth, their well-being, and their future.
Hometown
Chester Springs, Pennsylvania
Education
I earned a BA in Geography from Dartmouth College in 1987 and studied away in Kenya my junior year. I have an MA in (Economic) Geography from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where I completed a thesis on the location and geographic diffusion of small business incubators in the U.S.
Background
I grew up on a small, non-working farm in Pennsylvania. I worked in Admissions at Dartmouth for two years post graduation and worked in the Dean’s Office at Carnegie Mellon University for two years and directed the Residential Life Program there for three years. I started at Bowdoin in July 1996 as the Dean of First-Year Students. I am an obsessive-compulsive Red Sox fan, outdoor enthusiast, vegetable gardener, and the father of two and spouse of one!
Contact
tfoster@bowdoin.edu
(207) 725-3228
To schedule an appointment, please contact Denise Shannon, x3229.
Janet K. Lohmann, Dean of Students
Professional Duties
- Supervision of the Dean’s staff and office.
- Oversight of Counseling Services, Health Services, and Title IX & Compliance.
- Chair of the Readmission Committee, the Calendar Committee, and the Health and Wellness Committee.
Hometown
Oreland, Pennsylvania
Education
I have a BA in Social Relations & Psychology from Lehigh University; an MA in Social Relations & Counseling from Lehigh University and a PhD in Sociology from the UMass, Amherst.
Background
I spent a number of years as a faculty member teaching courses in sociology, criminology, gender and race and ethnic relations. I have served as a dean since 2007 and enjoy working with students on their personal, social and academic growth. Prior to my appointment as the Dean of Students at Bowdoin, I served as the Dean of Students at Kenyon College and the Dean of First-Year Students at Bowdoin. I live in Yarmouth with my spouse and we have three children.
Contact
jlohmann@bowdoin.edu
(207) 725-3490
To schedule an appointment, please contact Susan Snell, x3088.
Melissa L. Quinby, Interim Dean of First-Year Students
- Advise and support First-Year Students
- Work closely with faculty on pre-major academic advising
- Serve on a Student Fellowship Committee that selects and advises Watson and Truman candidates
- Serve on A Committee for an Inclusive Community
Hometown
South Portland, Maine
Education
I earned my B.A. from Bowdoin College in 1991 with a Major in German and a Minor in History. After several years of work in education, I earned my MSEd in Higher Education Administration from Northwestern University in Evanston, IL.
Background
I was raised in Briarcliff Manor, NY. After college I travelled to Germany on a Fulbright Scholarship. I have worked for the Appalachian Mountain Club and as an Environmental Educator and Wilderness Trip Leader for Chewonki Foundation. I took any opportunity to work and live internationally, teaching for Global Quest in Thailand and serving as a Dean for the School for Field Studies in Australia. At Bowdoin I have worked in Off-Campus Study and in the Women's Resource Center.
Contact
mquinby@bowdoin.edu
(207) 725-3489
To schedule an appointment, please contact Kathleen King, x3879.
Khoa D. Khuong, Assistant Dean of First-Year Students
Professional Duties
- Creates and coordinates programming for the first-year class
- Advises first-year students and class council
- Supports Dean of First-Year Students
- Advises international students and coordinates the VISA/I-20 Process
- Coordinates Bowdoin's Community Host Program
Hometown
Thu Duc, Vietnam
Education
Bowdoin College B.A. Class of 2004 - Major in Mathematics/Teacher Certification
Background
I was born in a small town in Vietnam and later moved to California. After graduating from Bowdoin in ’04, I taught high school math at Richmond High School and North Yarmouth Academy (NYA). While teaching at NYA, I organized and led school trips to Vietnam. I also spent summers working with a leadership program at Kingsley Pines Summer Camp in Raymond, Maine. In my free time, I enjoy fishing, gardening, and camping with my wife. I am excited to be back on the Bowdoin campus.
Contact
kkhuong@bowdoin.edu
(207) 798-7026
To schedule an appointment, please contact Kathleen King, x3879
Michael Pulju, Interim Assistant Dean for Upperclass Students
Professional Duties
- Advising for upperclass students whose last name begins with A-K
- Assist with advising the Judicial Board
- Coordinator of office publications and website
Hometown
Mukilteo, WA
Education
I attended Chapman University and studied film production before transferring to Western Washington University where I earned a BA in English Literature. I also have a Master's Degree in Student Affairs & Higher Education from Colorado State University.
Background
I have worked for a variety of colleges and universities across the country, primarily serving within residential life offices. After a year working with ResLife here at Bowdoin, I moved over into the Dean of Students Office. Outside of higher education, I directed a summer camp, worked at Disneyland, and traveled around the world with Semester at Sea. I absolutely love Maine and am always looking for new adventures with my spouse and two young girls. Additionally, my favorite animal is a polar bear - which is convenient.
Contact
mpulju@bowdoin.edu
(207) 725-3866
To schedule an appointment, please contact Kathleen King, x3472
Abigail Greene Goldman, Interim Assistant Dean for Upperclass Students
Professional Duties
- Advising for upperclass students whose last names begin with L-Z
- Coordinate Dean Certification process for law schools, state bars and the National Conference of Bar Examiners
- Serve on a Student Fellowship Committee that selects and advises Watson and Truman candidates
- Advise incoming transfer and exchange students
Hometown
Concord, MA
Education
I graduated from Bowdoin College in 1999 with a major in Government and Legal Studies. I then earned my J.D. from Yale Law School in 2005
Background
I loved being involved with residential life and admissions as a Bowdoin student. After working as a paralegal in the Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division, I was inspired to go to law school where I spent most of my time representing survivors of domestic violence. I was then lucky enough to move back to Maine, where I've worked as a law clerk, school and workers rights attorney, mediator and guardian ad litem. It's wonderful being back here, surrounded by students instead of lawyers! I live in Pownal with my family, Labrador and 11 chickens.
Contact
agreeneg@bowdoin.edu
(207) 725-3223
To schedule an appointment, please contact Kathleen King, x3472
Kate O'Grady, Assistant Dean for Community Standards
Professional Duties
- Advise the Judicial Board
Hometown
Damariscotta, ME
Education
I graduated Middlebury College with a joint major in Women & Gender Studies and History, and a minor in Philosophy. I have a law degree from the University of Maine School of Law.
Background
I grew up in Damariscotta, Maine, which is located about thirty minutes north of Bowdoin on the coast. After college, I moved west to Colorado where I attempted to be a ski bum. Two years later, I returned to sea level to attend Maine Law. I held two clerkships after law school, including one with the Honorable John A. Woodcock, Jr. (Bowdoin ’72). After practicing employment law for several years, I was fortunate to join Bowdoin’s Office of Development and Alumni Relations, where I worked on alumni issues concerning diversity and inclusion among other projects.
Contact
kogrady@bowdoin.edu
(207) 725-3493
Lesley Levy, Director of Accommodations for Students with Disabilities
Professional Duties
Hometown
Newton, MA
Education
I have a BA in Media Studies/Politics from Pomona College and a M.Ed. in Higher Education Administration from Harvard University.
Background
As an undergraduate at Pomona College, I was involved in Residential Life, Student Government and was a two sport varsity athlete (swimming and women’s water polo.) After graduating, I worked at Newbury College in Brookline, MA before returning to my alma mater and spending 7 years as the Associate Dean of Campus Life. In 2007 my husband and I decided that we wanted to return to New England and we feel very fortunate to be part of the Bowdoin Community. Outside of work, I like to spend as much time as possible with my family - enjoying the busy life of a parent of 3 fun kids.
Contact
llevy@bowdoin.edu
(207) 798-4187
Denise Shannon, Executive Assistant to the Dean of Student Affairs
Professional Duties
- Executive Assistant to Tim Foster
- Responsible for divisional communication and event coordination
Hometown
Overland Park, Kansas
Education
Graduate of: Kansas State University (1986) Business Marketing (B.S.), Southern New Hampshire University (1992) MBA and (2010) certificate in Human Resources.
Background
I spent my childhood in Kansas and my family is still there. I have also lived in Jacksonville, FL; San Antonio, TX; and Virginia Beach, VA. At Bowdoin I have worked in: Human Resources, Career Planning, Alumni Career Programs, and the Dean’s Office. Outside of work, I’m a violinist with the Midcoast Symphony Orchestra and mother of two (great!) kids.
Contact
dshannon@bowdoin.edu
(207) 725-3229
Kathleen King, Administrative Coordinator
Professional Duties
- Provide support for the First-Year Dean and the Orientation Program
- Provide support for Multicultural Student Programs and the Host Family Program
- Office liaison to the Events Office for special programs and Commencement
Hometown
Brunswick, Maine
Education
I graduated from Brunswick High School in Brunswick, Maine
Background
I was born in Naha, Okinawa, the daughter of an Air Force father and one of eight children. I had the opportunity to live both stateside and overseas. I then married a man in the Navy, and continued my adventures of moving around and living in many different states. I worked in the banking field for over 20 years until I decided to make a career change. At Bowdoin I have worked in Dining and Admissions and I’m thrilled to now be working in the Office of the Dean of Student Affairs. My husband and I have two wonderful grown children, a son who lives in Bowdoin and a daughter who lives in Saitama, Japan.
Contact
kking2@bowdoin.edu
(207) 725-3879
Susan Snell, Administrative Coordinator
Professional Duties
- Provide support and scheduling for Janet K. Lohmann
- Management of departmental and divisional funds
Hometown
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Education
I graduated from Morse High School in Bath and attended Lasalle Junior College in Newton, Massachusetts.
Background
I was born in New Mexico, but my father was in the Air Force so my family lived in the Philippine Islands, Germany, and Idaho before his retirement in 1972. I worked as the Associate Clerk of Courts for the Sagadahoc County Superior Court for nine years, then for Dirigo Land Services as the Office Manager for four years before coming to Bowdoin in February 2002. I love to read, garden and paint.
Contact
ssnell@bowdoin.edu
(207) 725-3088