As the Dean of Housing & Residential Education, Dan Cline, oversees the residential experience on campus. He joined the Colby community in July 2020 with over ten years of progressive experience in college and university student housing programs at small liberal arts institutions. Prior to joining Colby, Dan had supported student growth and development as the Assistant Director of Residence Life at Curry College (Milton, MA), and in Area Coordinator positions (Residence Life) at Baldwin Wallace University (Berea, OH) and Elizabethtown College (Elizabethtown, PA). Dan attended The University of Rhode Island for both his undergraduate (BA, History) and graduate (MS, College Student Personnel) degrees. Originally from Rhode Island, Dan and his family now call Sidney, Maine their home. He enjoys going to concerts, cheering on the Red Sox and the Pats, traveling (especially to Disney World), and exploring the local area with his wife (Andrea) and two young children (Austin and Caleb).
Sheila Copperthite (she/her) is the Assistant Dean and Director of Housing Administration and oversees housing operations. She joined Colby in October 2024 and is excited to work with students to enhance their residential experience. Previously, Sheila held various roles with the Bantam Network and Housing at Trinity College in Hartford, Connecticut. She received her undergraduate degree in Biochemistry and Neuroscience and her Master’s in Public Policy from Trinity College. At home, Sheila enjoys spending time with her husband, Joel, their son, Philip, and their menagerie of cats.
Kyle Arthenayake (he/him) is the Associate Director of Residential Education, where he leads the Hall Staff program and helps shape the residential experience at Colby. He joined the Colby community in October 2021, initially working in the Pugh Center for Multicultural Programs. By December 2022, Kyle transitioned to the Office of Residential Experience, bringing his passion for building a collaborative and inclusive community. He uses student development theories to foster holistic student growth.
Kyle earned his undergraduate degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from Western Oregon University and a Master’s in Higher Education Development from the University of Maine-Orono. When he’s not working, Kyle enjoys spending time with his partner, Katie ’20, their two dogs, Piper and Stevie, and three chickens, Margaret, Karen, and Peep. Depending on the season, you might find Kyle in his organic garden, skiing the trails at Quarry Road, or brewing beer.
Shikha Shrestha (she/hers) is the Assistant Director of Residential Education, and oversees the First Year residential buildings on campus. She joined the Colby community in July of 2023, supervising the Hall Staff program student staff to enhance the residential experience at Colby. Shikha earned her undergraduate degree in Sociology and Criminology with a minor in Economics from Ramapo College of New Jersey and a Masters in Higher Education Degree from Rowan University. She enjoys going on hikes, concerts or learning new crafts in her time outside work.
Office of Residential Experience
4000 Mayflower Hill
Waterville, ME 04901
