“One aspect that drew me to Lewis & Clark is the ease of study abroad. L&C provides great access to a variety of programs.”
Ella Radvany BA ’26Bellingham, WashingtonElla knew they wanted to attend a liberal arts college, but L&C’s access to nature and the city of Portland sealed the deal.More about Ella“I knew I wanted a smaller school experience. I wanted to be able to connect with my professors, and wanted to feel a sense of community, and I do.”
Jermisha Hinton BA ’25Washington, 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.More about Jermisha“L&C offered the perfect environment to play the sport I love, explore my academic passions, and experience the city of Portland!”
Sebastian DePrez BA ’25Upland, CaliforniaSebastian keeps busy on campus, finding community in his residence hall as an RA, and through the L&C basketball team.More about Sebastian“The Office of Overseas and Off-Campus Programs is so wonderful and helps make the study abroad process as simple as possible.”
Bode Dalton BA ’25Idaho Springs, ColoradoWorking for College Outdoors has given Bode not only valuable skills, but also a community of friends and mentors on campus.More about Bode“L&C makes it super easy to study abroad—I can experience a new culture without having to worry about extra cost or falling off track as a science student.”
Katie Ingersoll BA ’25Bothell, WashingtonBiochemistry and molecular biology major Katie chose L&C because of the accessible study abroad programs, variety of STEM majors, varsity athletics, and connection to Portland.More about Katie
Chart Your Course to Study Abroad
The Fiske Guide calls us “the West Coast’s leader in international and study abroad programs.” It’s no surprise since we’ve been sending students overseas for over 60 years and offer more than 30 programs on 6 continents annually. And if a semester (or more!) off campus isn’t for you, you’ll still benefit from the global mindset that infuses our curriculum and the perspectives of students from over 52 countries as your peers. Start your L&C application today and jump start your path to becoming a global citizen!
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Cracking the Genomic Code
New research by Sharon Torigoe and several undergraduates is among the first to confirm a characteristic of gene expression important for establishing and maintaining naive-state pluripotent stem cells. Their findings may lead to advances in regenerative medicine.
It’s Easy Being Green
Lewis & Clark is ranked No. 17, up 20 spots from last year, in Princeton Review’s 2025 list of the nation’s most environmentally responsible colleges and universities.
Three Minutes to Clarity and Connection
At a recent campus event, community members learned how to practice the 3-Minute Mental Makeover, a quick writing exercise designed to reduce stress and improve communication and connection with others.
Behind the Swoosh at Nike HQ
A group of L&C students got an exclusive tour of Nike headquarters, connecting with alumni and discovering what it’s like to work at one of the world’s leading sportswear brands.
L&C One of Oregon’s ‘Best Liberal Arts Colleges’
According to the 2025 Niche college rankings, Lewis & Clark is one of the best liberal arts colleges in Oregon as well as one of the state’s top performers in academics, student life, English, and history.
Student-Led ENVX Symposium Focuses on Green Innovation
This year’s event, Green Innovation in China and the U.S.: Creating Climate Solutions, features two keynote speakers in addition to a movie screening, a panel on electric vehicles, and a closing reception.