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“I knew I wanted a smaller school experience. I wanted to be able to connect with my professors and to feel a sense of community, and I do.”
Jermisha Hinton BA ’25
Washington, D.C.
Jermisha, a computer science major and rhetoric and media studies minor, chose L&C for the small, tight-knit community where connecting with professors is a breeze.
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“Lewis & Clark is a great place to learn how your skills and interests can be used to make a difference in the world.”
Lena Essak BA ’24
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Economics alumna Lena was able to gain hands-on sustainability experience while working alongside two supportive L&C alums when she was a paid student intern for EDP Renewables.
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“Sustainability at L&C is something that is intertwined with so many spaces and classes. Students can become closely involved in many green initiatives.”
Izz Lamola BA ’25
Seattle, Washington
Environmental studies major Izz helped create the Community Food Cabinet through the ReUse Room, and is working on a composting system for the community garden.
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“The critical thinking skills and the ability to analyze information, weigh outcomes, and make informed choices is something I can directly trace back to my time at L&C.”
Curtis Shirey BA ’15
CEO, Aspasia Wealth Management
Curtis is passionate about systemic change, which led him to create a financial planning firm focused on expanding financial services to those who have historically been excluded.
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“When I toured Lewis & Clark, I immediately fell in love with the campus and all its greenery.”
Sophie Homolka BA ’26
Jacksonville, Illinois
Sophie, a mathematics major and health studies minor, found that the opportunities available for studying overseas and number of student organizations are why she said yes to L&C.
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Among the Career Accelerator’s innovations will be scaling up the Bates Center for Entrepreneurship and Leadership’s curricular offerings.

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Sustaining Your Future

Our campus is as green as it gets, and we pride ourselves on our deep commitment to sustainability and the environment. We’re equally committed to creating a sustainable future for your life after college. In fact, our brand-new Career Accelerator—a suite of internships, skills courses, mentorships, and certifications—is designed to ensure every L&C student acquires career-ready competencies before they graduate. Join us to jump start your career!

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Within six months of graduation, 98% of the Lewis & Clark Class of 2023 was already changing the world through employment (84%), continuing studies (11%), and service work (3%), like the Peace Corps.

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Lewis & Clark’s 4-5-6 Commitment can help you make the most of your future.

West

Lewis & Clark is named on Princeton Review’s 2025 “Best West” list of schools that they consider academically outstanding and well worth consideration.

98%

Within six months of graduation, 98% of the Lewis & Clark Class of 2023 was already changing the world through employment (84%), continuing studies (11%), and service work (3%), like the Peace Corps.

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You will earn the essential skills needed for any path after graduation.

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Our immersion programs connect students with critical forms of community service.

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On Track to the Roller Derby World Cup

From Portland’s Rose City Rollers to Team USA, Shelby Castro BA ’25 heads to Austria for the 2025 Roller Derby World Cup.

Lewis & Clark students build a robust skill set throughout their four years that applies to any path they take after graduation.

Life After L&C

Graduating from Lewis & Clark means you will earn a bachelor of arts degree that is grounded in critical thinking, written and verbal communication skills…

Micah Depper BA '10 was recently awarded the Milken Educator Award, which provides public recognition and $25,000 to K-12 teachers, princ...

Alum Awarded the ‘Oscar of Teaching’

Micah Depper BA ’10, a seventh-grade science teacher in Maine, is one of a handful of teachers nationwide selected for a $25,000 Milken Educator Award…

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‘Something Wicked This Way Comes’ to the Main Stage…

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A Tradition of Connection

For six decades, Lewis & Clark’s International Fair has…

Men's basketball team celebrating their win.

Men’s Basketball Wins NWC Title

Lewis & Clark College outscored Whitman College (32–16)…

Action shot of Shelby in a roller derby bout.

On Track to the Roller Derby World Cup

From Portland’s Rose City Rollers to Team USA, Shelby…

Lewis & Clark students build a robust skill set throughout their four years that applies to any path they take after graduation.

Life After L&C

Graduating from Lewis & Clark means you will earn a…

Micah Depper BA '10 was recently awarded the Milken Educator Award, which provides public recognition and $25,000 to K-12 teachers, princ...

Alum Awarded the ‘Oscar of Teaching’

Micah Depper BA ’10, a seventh-grade science teacher in…

Jazz Buskin BA '28, Angie Bennett BA '28, and Debbie Mukuka BA '27 as the Witches performing their incantation for Anna Kulbashny BA '25 ...

‘Something Wicked This Way Comes’ to the Main Stage

The theatre department presented a contemporary take on Shakespeare’s Macbeth, a mystifying and twisted tale that explores the relationships between…

Students performing on a stage inside Flanagan Chapel.

A Tradition of Connection

For six decades, Lewis & Clark’s International Fair has brought cultures together through food, performances, and community.

Men's basketball team celebrating their win.

Men’s Basketball Wins NWC Title

Lewis & Clark College outscored Whitman College (32–16) to win the program’s first Northwest Conference title since 2002.

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