About Us - Student Affairs Staff
Dr. Robert Dana, Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students, is primarily concerned about life on campus and providing support services to students to help them succeed at The University of Maine. His efforts are intended to create an engaging, exciting, and purposeful program of campus life where students feel part of the community, empowered to make change, and committed to making this campus a vibrant place to live. Dr. Dana works deliberately to involve students in the life of this community and in rounding out their college careers so that their impact in the world can be maximized. He is a problem solver and an advocate who cares deeply about students and the quality of their lives.
Dr. Kenda Scheele, As Senior Associate Dean, Dr. Scheele leads and supervises several program areas related to campus life: Residence Life and First-Year Experience;Community Standards; campus event planning; Alcohol and Drug Education Programs; Campus Activities and Student Engagement; Fraternity and Sorority Affairs; and Campus Recreation. She is primarily concerned about campus life and providing support services to students to help them succeed at the University of Maine. Prior to arriving at UMaine, Dr. Scheele spent 20 years working at the University of Nebraska. Kenda lives on Pushaw Lake and is a devoted pet owner. Dr. Scheele welcomes students to visit her in Room 315 in the Memorial Union (Student Affairs Office).
Andrea Gifford, a Maine native and mother of three, is the Director of Student and Administrative Support Services for Student Affairs. Through Support and advocacy, she helps students Understand their challenges; Consider how to overcome obstacles; Communicate concerns to others; Eliminate red tape; Examine issues and problem solve; and Develop strategies to SUCCEED.
