“Lewis & Clark developed my writing and research skills in ways that larger schools are not often able to do. Also, my connection with student organizations and professors was transformative.”
Helen Hitz BA ’21JD Candidate, Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State UniversityHelen served as president of the Associated Students of Lewis & Clark and was active in the the Feminist Student Union. She figured that two majors—economics and psychology—are better than one.More about Helen“Lewis & Clark empowered me to become a more globally minded citizen and to believe in my own ability to enact change.”
Greta Burton BA ’22Portland, OregonGreta transferred to L&C her junior year, and now can’t imagine attending school anywhere else. She continued on her English major path, but picked up a minor in rhetoric and media studies: the missing piece of her academic puzzle!More about Greta“The generous merit aid package I received made me feel like L&C was investing in me, so now I make good on that investment by engaging with my classes and organizing student projects.”
Mateo Kaiser BA ’23Mountain View, CaliforniaDouble history and international affairs major Mateo says Professor Elizabeth Bennett is an important academic mentor to him—just what he was looking for when he said yes to L&C!More about Mateo“I will leave Lewis & Clark with great mentors, connections, and options for a career or further education.”
Brenna Ketchum BA ’23Fort Collins, ColoradoInternational affairs major and Hispanic studies minor Brenna finds community with fellow Third Culture Kids and peers who are also interested in a global perspective.More about Brenna“My liberal arts education means I will be able to achieve multiple things with my degree and use my critical thinking skills in a career of my choosing.”
DJ Smith BA ’23Las Vegas, NevadaDJ balances academics—he’s majoring in rhetoric and media studies and minoring in entrepreneurial leadership and innovation—with his commitments to playing football and working as a resident advisor. Open communication with his coaches, professors, and teammates is the key to his success.More about DJ
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Jenn Burleton
gives a brief overview of the TransActive Gender Project.
Blake Ashby BA ’20
talks about why he loves the art department.
Branden Gill BA ’25
talks about why L&C is distinctive in its location and community.
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A Gift to Put the Liberal Arts Into Action
The Randall Trust awarded a $1.5 million gift to L&C’s Bates Center for Entrepreneurship and Leadership.
Memorable Stories of 2022
Take a look back at some of the undergraduate college’s biggest stories of the year.
A Timely Idea
Aldebaron Levin BA ’23, with support from L&C’s Bates Center for Entrepreneurship and Leadership, has launched an analog watch company. The company’s first watch design is inspired by the koi pond on campus.
Showcasing Student Artistry
Lewis & Clark’s annual Dance Extravaganza, also known as Dance X, highlights the original work of student choreographers and performers.
L&C Science = Top Awards
The outstanding research of our faculty and undergraduate students was recently recognized on a regional level.
Releasing “Tiger 24” Into the Wild
Biology major Warren Pereira BA ’99 used his passions for conservation and film to create a a critically acclaimed documentary about tigers in India.