“Working for Senator Merkley is just so empowering. I genuinely feel like we’re delivering for Oregon and solving problems every single day.”
Jackson Thein BA ’18Burns, OregonIn his work for Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley, Jackson draws on his biochemistry and molecular biology major, his overseas study in Ecuador, and his research experience with Professor Greg Hermann.More about Jackson“From Portland you have access to so many different landscapes, and for someone like me who craves adventure, it’s super exciting.”
Juan Carlos Archila BA ’21Chicago, IllinoisAs a world languages major, it’s no surprise that Juan Carlos studied abroad twice, in both Chile and Australia. When he’s on campus, he is involved with the Inclusion and Multicultural Engagement office.More about Juan Carlos“Lewis & Clark has given me the tools to become a better student and a better person.”
Helen Hitz BA ’21Omaha, NebraskaHelen served as president of the Associated Students of Lewis & Clark and is active in the the Feminist Student Union. She figures that two majors—economics and psychology—are better than one.More about Helen“I majored in environmental studies because I saw a problem that society was facing and I wanted to be equipped with the tools to be able to address these issues.”
Skylar Golleher BA ’21Little Rock, ArkansasSkylar doubled up on majors—economics and environmental studies—to prepare for a career making creative policy that will protect our planet.More about Skylar“I immediately felt welcomed into such a loving and caring community.”
Saheli Singh BA ’22Pomona, CaliforniaSaheli sings in an a cappella group, plays lacrosse, and is mentored in her biology major as part of the Xplore program.More about Saheli
Lifelong Success
You’ll get personal attention and expert mentorship in our small classes, no matter which of our 29 majors and 32 minors you choose. All of your classes will be grounded in critical thinking, written and verbal communication, and problem solving, skills you’ll need in any career.
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Allison Behrens BA ’21
shares her three words to describe L&C.
Quentin Gaul BA ’22
shares how she’s involved on campus.
Jeremiah Guerrero BA ’22
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Welcome to Lewis & Clark, Class of 2025!
Incoming students share why they chose L&C.
Biology Student Explores the Forests of the Future
Mila Pruiett BA ’22 has earned funding from the American Conifer Society to support her senior thesis on regeneration in urban and rural parks. The research will grow out of Pruiett’s prior lab work related to old-growth conifer forests.
Reaching the Moon Through the Liberal Arts
The supportive academic community Ben Kolligs BA ’18 found at L&C provided him opportunities to discover his passion in robotics and to advance his career, even before he graduated. Next up, graduate studies at Carnegie Mellon University!
From Highest L&C Honor to UCLA PhD Program
First-generation student-athlete Jordan Gonzalez BA ’21 is a remarkable example of leadership in all aspects of college life, and he has the accolades to prove it.
Changing the Future Through STEM
The exceptional mentorship our students receive from their professors gives them the experience they need to do groundbreaking research of their own.
Tell Me About Yourself—in Japanese
Two students took top honors at a statewide Japanese speech competition by focusing on how their personal interests in rock climbing and LGBTQ+ life intersect with the country’s culture.