Administration
College of the Atlantic
At COA, college governance is a shared responsibility
Our governance system includes the weekly All College Meeting and its many committees, where students, faculty, and staff participate in setting policies and making important decisions. In addition, our Board of Trustees holds responsibility for many important financial, legal, and strategic decisions, while our administrative team guides the day-to-day operations of the college.
Administrative leadership
- Sylvia Torti, President
- Lynn Boulger, Vice President for Institutional Advancement
- Heather Albert-Knopp, Chief Operating Officer
- Kourtney Collum, Provost and Dean of Faculty
- Dan Daigle, Chief Facilities and Safety Officer
- Kara Daul, President’s Chief of Staff
- Dave Feldman, Academic Dean and Faculty Member
- Ken Hill, Vice President of Academic Innovation and Global Partnerships
- Rob Levin, Dean of Communications
- Josh Luce, Dean of Student Life
- Steve King, Interim CFO
Stories from the Field
Sharing a meal to strengthen food access
The fields of College of the Atlantic Beech Hill Farm set the table for the annual Share the Harvest Farm Dinner, an event that pairs local, organic food with meaningful support for food security on Mount Desert Island. Read More
53rd commencement becomes an invitation to step outside familiar paths
It was a chilly, overcast day, but spirits were high at College of the Atlantic as hundreds of family, friends, and alumni gathered with the campus community to celebrate the Class of 2026. Read More
2026 COA Summer Institute celebrates 10 years with star-studded week
Toward a More Perfect Union focuses on the 250th birthday of American democracy while exploring the perils and promises shaping the future. Read More
Student Resources
Thorndike Library
Research expertise, specialized databases, and guidance for independent and collaborative projects across disciplines.
Registrar
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Writing Center
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Career Development
Internship planning and placement, resume and interview preparation, and connections to meaningful work.
Academic Support Services
Study skills, learning strategies, and accommodations designed around your strengths and challenges.
Meal menu
From curries to carnitas, savory tofu to Maine seafood, our dining hall celebrates flavor, community, and responsible sourcing.
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