“My Voice and Movement class helped me create a foundation for my art, and taught me to love and appreciate my abilities.”
Haley Wildhirt BA ’22Longmont, ColoradoHaley uses their voice both on and off stage—as a performer for their theatre major and as a resident advisor where they find building community incredibly rewarding.More about Haley“The Bates Center for Entrepreneurship and Leadership works tirelessly to create new opportunities and connections for students to flourish after their time at L&C.”
Kaylee-Anna Jayaweera BA ’22Claremont, CaliforniaKaylee-Anna was able to conduct research with Professor of Computer Science Jens Mache, present at a conference, and get published—all in one summer!More about Kaylee-Anna“I knew I wanted to go to a college where I could study languages and continue dancing, while being part of an amazing and welcoming community.”
Juan Martín López Meléndez BA ’23La Piedad, Michoacán, México; Fresno, California; Las Vegas, New MexicoThird Culture Kid Juan Martín calls Mexico, California, and New Mexico home, and his world languages and theatre studies fuel his passion for global engagement and performance art.More about Juan Martín“L&C exposes you to a variety of disciplines and conversations, while preparing you for a profession.”
Katrina Kuzmina BA ’23Moscow, RussiaThanks to her minor in entrepreneurial leadership and innovation, Katrina discovered that she wants to connect ethical marketing practices to her future career.More about Katrina“I chose to come to Lewis & Clark for the small classes, the level of academic rigor, and the opportunity to go on a year-long study abroad program.”
Mateo Kaiser BA ’23Mountain View, CaliforniaMateo enjoys hands-on outdoor interests, which is why he started the L&C Bee Garden/Apiary with help from the Students Engaged in Eco-Defense club, Garden Collective, and Associated Students of Lewis & Clark.More about Mateo
Join us!
A welcoming community. A stunning campus. Challenging, collaborative academics. Easy access to vibrant Portland, Oregon. 29 majors and 32 minors that all prepare you for career success. Overseas study around the world. Why wouldn’t you apply to Lewis & Clark? Our Early Decision/Early Action deadline is November 1. Start your application today!
Get to Know Us
Quentin Gaul BA ’22
shares how she’s involved on campus.
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.
Explore More
News and Media
The Gift That Keeps on Giving
Having direct access to our accomplished faculty is one of the best things about being a student here. In some cases, that access continues even when faculty retire. Kim Stafford, founding director of Lewis & Clark’s Northwest Writing Institute and former Oregon poet laureate, recently donated his personal poetry archive to the school.
Computer Science Students Tackle Real-World Problems
L&C’s Software Development class connects students with clients to develop solutions to problems ranging from bolstering earthquake preparedness to tracking fruit fly larvae, and more.
Racial Justice Internship Program
L&C students who are committed to racial justice work won’t have to choose between paying bills or pursuing their passion. We asked the program’s inaugural students about their stipend-funded experiences and the valuable insights they gained working with partner organizations in Portland.
Summer Intern Success Stories
Lewis & Clark’s Career Center helps students explore their passions by connecting them with summer internships, many of which are funded by generous grants and scholarships. Learn how these internships are preparing students for postgraduate success.
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.