News and Events
Lewis & Clark is a dynamic and culturally vibrant campus. We invite you to learn more about our community and to join us in exploring identity and sharing an intercultural exchange of ideas and traditions.
- NEWS2024, summer
Belonging Resource for June
As we move into the summer and plan orientation, campus welcome, and first weeks of classes, how can we incorporate this knowledge into our practices, approaches and pedagogy?
Gen Z is considered the loneliest generation, which affects our students as well. Please watch this video and reflect on how this affects our students.Managing Menopause ERG Kicks Off with a Power Surge
The focus of this Employee Resource Group is around the physical and psychological issues surrounding menopause.
book clubSummer Book Club with OEI
Join the Office of Equity and Inclusion for our summer book club read, Skin & Bones by Renée Watson. The first 25 people to respond will be guaranteed a copy of the book, but everyone is invited to join! E-books are also available.
Meet the 2024 Nielson Social Change Innovation Grant Recipients!
Students Indigo Araya and Nichole Champion have been awarded the 2024 Nielson Social Change Innovation Grant for their transformative projects that promote social justice and community wellbeing. The Nielson Grant, made possible through the generosity of Patrick Nielson ’71 and Dorris Nielson, provides funds for Lewis & Clark undergraduate students to bring their initiatives to life to create systemic social change. This year’s recipients are tackling issues of transgender rights in Costa Rica and holistic wellness in Portland.
Belong Employee Resource: “The Heart of Leadership” with Brené Brown
As we strive to create a more inclusive and equitable campus community, the Office of Equity and Inclusion invites faculty and staff to listen to the insightful conversation with leaders deeply committed to Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) work.
Belong Resource: Second Feature
Please take time to read our second Belong Resource Feature. We will be bringing items (podcasts, articles, tips, etc) that discuss belonging on campus on a regular basis.
Our office hopes you enjoy these regular features.BelongBelong Resource, First Feature
Watch our first Belong Resource Feature. We will be bringing items (podcasts, articles, tips, etc) that discuss belonging on campus on a regular basis.
Our office hopes you enjoy this first feature.faculty, law, lecturerCivil Rights Titan Ben Crump Honors MLK’s Legacy in Stirring Lecture at Lewis & Clark
In an inspiring Martin Luther King Jr. Endowed Lecture, civil rights attorney Ben Crump captivated attendees with his passionate discourse on justice, equality, and the enduring influence of Dr. King’s legacy, reinforcing the vital role of legal advocacy in the ongoing struggle for civil rights.
equity and inclusionBelong: An Inclusive Learning Community
The Office of Equity and Inclusion and Human Resources are excited to announce that we have partnered to enroll our campus in Belong: An Inclusive Learning Community. This is a learning network open to all employees offered on behalf of the Council of Independent Colleges that is intended to increase student and collegial belonging on college campuses.
Launch of Employee Resource Groups
The Office of Equity and Inclusion is pleased to announce the launch of the first Lewis & Clark employee resource groups!
Learning for Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Monday, October 9th is Indigenous Peoples’ Day! How will you engage with the community and reflect?
September OEI Lunch and Learn
Lunch and Learn: A Chat about the SCOTUS Admissions Ruling
- EVENTSJuly 15: 1:00pm - 4:30pm
We are the Most Beautiful People | Adults with Disabilities: A Disability Justice Panel Discussion [Online]
Monday, July 15, 2024, 1-4:30 p.m. | 3.5 CEUs
September 14: 12:00pm - 4:00pmCareers in Tech for Women & Nonbinary Individuals
Join us for an inspiring afternoon dedicated to exploring the landscape of technology careers for women and nonbinary individuals. This event aims to empower and inform students about the diverse opportunities available in the tech industry, and to provide insight into overcoming challenges and succeeding in a dynamic field. We’ll feature a variety of speakers and panelists who are making strides in tech and who can share their experiences, advice, and strategies for building a fulfilling career.
Equity and Inclusion is located in room 116-117 of McAfee on the undergraduate Campus.
MSC: 145
voice 503-768-7186
email: diversityinclusion@lclark.edu
Equity and Inclusion
Lewis & Clark
615 S. Palatine Hill Road
Portland OR 97219