“I am endlessly heartened and inspired by the myriad of identities and expressions I see around me at Lewis & Clark and in Portland.”
Zoë Smith BA ’25Elk Grove, CaliforniaGender Studies Symposium cochair Zoë appreciates being at a school where they can deeply connect with professors and classmates through small class sizes.More about Zoë“When I visited Lewis & Clark and saw the beautiful campus, I knew I would be able to thrive here.”
Ava Frison BA ’25Amity, Oregon“Attending a college that supports its students’ passions and interests is like being in the largest playground.”
Alister “Jia” Ng BA ’27MalaysiaBiochemistry and molecular biology major Jia was attracted to L&C’s small class sizes and accessible community, as well as the variety of overseas programs available.More about Alister “Jia”“Being an alumnus of L&C opened many doors for me. Thanks to the connections I made, I easily broke into the field I wanted to work in!”
Alan Misael Gaxiola BA ’21Financial Analyst at IPG MediabrandsAfter graduating as a psychology major, Alan started working at Wieden + Kennedy in Portland. He is now a financial analyst in New York City.More about Alan“I wanted a campus that was still close to a major city—L&C fit perfectly.”
Joseph Naylor BA ’26Las Vegas, NevadaThe opportunity to be able to run in the NCAA and still focus on academics is what sold mathematics major Joseph on L&C.More about Joseph
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How could you say no to Lewis & Clark when there are so many reasons to say yes? Our campus is one of the most beautiful in the U.S., and the wonders of Portland and the bountiful Pacific Northwest will be right outside your door. Your classroom experience will be excellent preparation for whatever path you take after graduation. New friends, new perspectives, new ideas, and new ways to see the world … YES, PLEASE!
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A Tradition of Connection
For six decades, Lewis & Clark’s International Fair has brought cultures together through food, performances, and community.
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.
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.
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, teamwork, and problem solving—all of the essential qualifications you need to succeed in any career.
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, part of the nation’s preeminent teacher-recognition program.
Blending the Liberal Arts With Entrepreneurial Spirit
In mid-January, nearly 30 Lewis & Clark students immersed themselves in Winterim, a fast-paced and supportive experience that culminated in a pitch competition for more than $10,000 in prizes.