“The community I found through L&C has changed me and will continue to change me throughout my life.”
Shalini Hanstad BA ’22Seattle, WashingtonCommencement senior speaker Shalini discovered the transformative power of community in many ways as a student. One of her most powerful experiences was performing in the Race Monologues all four years.More about Shalini“The liberal arts allow you to flourish in what you know best, while also helping you to explore new disciplines and take on challenges outside of your comfort zone.”
Aubrey Roché BA ’23Beaverton, OregonOutside of the classroom, Aubrey puts her English major to work as an editor of the Pioneer Log school newspaper. Working with such an amazing group of people has helped her grow as a person and a peer.More about Aubrey“Lewis & Clark pushed me out of my comfort zone in regard to people I would associate with, which allowed me to build connections that I value so much and otherwise would not have made.”
Alan Misael Gaxiola BA ’21Juan José Ríos, Sinaloa, México, and Phoenix, ArizonaRecent grad Alan felt connected to L&C the minute he stepped foot on campus, even though the Pacific Northwest environment was incredibly different from where he grew up.More about Alan“After my campus visit, I could see myself among the students at L&C and I had a gut feeling I would belong.”
Natalie Zoz BA ’23Lincoln, NebraskaNatalie is working toward a degree in computer science while double minoring in Chinese and data science. She finds studying the liberal arts challenges your view of the world and cultivates you into a more open-minded and inquisitive learner.More about Natalie“I wanted to come here to continue to play the sport I love. When I saw the incredible campus and interacted with some of the faculty, choosing Lewis & Clark was a no-brainer.”
Jordan Gonzalez BA ’21Chandler, ArizonaAlumnus Jordan remembers how much he changed and grew at L&C, thanks, in part, to his amazing faculty mentors. Now’s he earning his PhD in chemistry at UCLA!More about Jordan
Welcome!
Lewis & Clark students are the best, and we’re so excited about the amazing incoming class who has committed to joining us this fall. We can’t wait for new students to delve into our incredible academics, get into the groove of the Pacific Northwest lifestyle, and integrate into our warm, welcoming community. Maybe L&C is the place for you, too … how about planning a visit to find out?
Get to Know Us
Explore Portland
See all the fun things you can do downtown by getting on the Pio!
Quentin Gaul BA ’22
shares how she’s involved on campus.
Professor Rebecca Lingafelter
describes the “Once Upon a Weekend” theatre festival where you can write, cast and produce a show in one weekend!
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Our 26th President
Dr. Robin Holmes-Sullivan will take the helm in July.
Revitalized Student Center
The center of our campus is getting a makeover—so many exciting changes!
News and Media
Speech and Debate Champions
With three national titles in the last year, L&C’s forensics squad is proving that a foundation in the liberal arts—along with the varied backgrounds and interests of its members—translates into success.
A Deeper Sense of Place
“The city becomes a kind of laboratory” in Professor Reiko Hillyer’s course on the complex history of Portland, where students get out of the classroom and use physical environment as a historical text.
Award-Winning Work in STEM
In-depth, hands-on research and mentoring in chemistry and sustainability paved the way for Drew Blauth BA ’23 to become L&C’s 21st Goldwater Scholarship recipient since 2006.
Longtime Physics Professor Named Teacher of the Year
Michael Broide, associate professor of physics, is the 2022 Teacher of the Year. The award caps off a 30-year career of instilling a love of physics in L&C students.
It’s So Easy Being Green
L&C’s updated Climate Action Plan will emphasize educating future climate leaders and reducing the college’s carbon footprint to near zero by 2040.
Tiny House, Big Vision
L&C’s student-led Tiny House Club is building a sustainable dwelling for a Portland-area nonprofit.