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A Grateful Farewell to Ombuds Valerie White
Valerie White is retiring as Lewis & Clark’s ombudsperson on June 30, 2024, after more than fifteen years in the position. As anyone who interacted with her during her time on campus knows, she has had an outsized impact across the L&C community.
Important Notices
Lewis & Clark’s 2024-25 Holiday Schedule
We will observe the holidays and closures listed below for the 2024-25 academic year. Whenever a holiday falls on a Sunday, the succeeding Monday is observed as the holiday. Whenever a holiday falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is observed as the holiday.
Registration is Open for the 2024 Faculty Technology Institute
Lewis & Clark Faculty are invited to join us this May 20–24 for the 2024 Faculty Technology Institute—a week dedicated to topics such as Artificial Intelligence in Education, Digital Tools and Productivity, and more. Registration is now open, please sign up here.
Points of Pride
History in Action at the Southern Border
Lewis & Clark history students are putting their research skills to work for asylum seekers at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Meet the 2024 Nielson Social Change Innovation Grant Recipients!
Students Indigo Araya and Nichole Champion have been awarded the 2024 Nielson Social Change Innovation Grant for their transformative projects that promote social justice and community wellbeing. The Nielson Grant, made possible through the generosity of Patrick Nielson ’71 and Dorris Nielson, provides funds for Lewis & Clark undergraduate students to bring their initiatives to life to create systemic social change. This year’s recipients are tackling issues of transgender rights in Costa Rica and holistic wellness in Portland.
Celebrating Earth Day
For Lewis & Clark Law School, Earth Day isn’t a once-a-year event—it’s a daily mission. Explore the ongoing environmental endeavors of our faculty and students:
How Endowments Can Evaluate Their Sustainability Levels
A new method to assess institutions is unveiled, with the highest marks going to Lewis & Clark College.
Events
2024 Senior Art Exhibition
At the end of each academic year, the Hoffman Gallery of Contemporary Art hosts the Senior Art Exhibition, the culmination of artwork made by the graduating seniors in the art department at the end of their undergraduate journey at Lewis & Clark College.
Zen Meditation for the LC Community
Interested in getting acquainted with Zen practice?
All Lewis & Clark students, staff, and faculty are welcome! A limited number of zafu cushions and meditation benches will be available for use. No experience necessary.
Black Graduation 2024
Join the Black Student Union in celebrating the Class of 2024 during this year’s Black Graduation on Tuesday, April 30th from 5:30-7:30pm.
Applications Close Soon! Health + Humanities Summer Internship Funding
Up to three students will be awarded funding to support internships in health + humanities with organizations that contribute to healing through narrative. We encourage you to think broadly and boldly about this definition!
Support is made possible by the Center for Community and Global Health and a grant from Mellon Foundation.
Transitions: Raising A Transgender Child [Online]
Saturday & Sunday, June 29 & 30, 2024, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.