Student Life
Lewis & Clark students thrive in a vibrant, colorful, and supportive environment. The entire Division of Student Life works hard to create a place of belonging in which you can take pride in and realize your full potential, both in and out of the classroom.
Experiencing Lewis & Clark for the First Time
The transition to college can be exciting, fun, and filled with questions. How will I know which classes to take? Which student clubs should I join? What can I do to make an impact at Lewis & Clark? Rest assured, from the moment you step foot on campus, you will have staff and faculty ready to support you, peers ready to welcome you, and the Division of Student Life ready to prove to you that you belong here.
New Student Orientation Virtual TourFirst-Year Experience
Explore Your Campus Community
From staying active to diving deeper into their personal identities, there is one thing for certain—L&C students are passionate about getting involved on our campus. Our programs are designed to support our students in their interests, encourage an environment of care and wellbeing, and to cultivate inclusive spaces in our community.
William Lew BA ’23More about WilliamBecause L&C is a liberal arts school, classes will often contain people from a wide variety of majors. This makes it feel like I’m always finding new people to meet in my classes, while also seeing a lot of familiar faces in my major-specific classes.
Molly Gibbons BA ’24More about MollyBecoming involved in student organizations has helped me feel connected and supported. I have met such fantastic people through the Feminist Student Union and the LC Dance Company/DanceX!
Erika Hutchinson BA ’22More about ErikaThe easiest place for me to find community has been Japan Club, in which I have been the most consistently involved throughout my four years here. Japan Club has allowed me to meet people with similar interests and get to know the Japanese international students that come in every year.
Inclusivity at Lewis & Clark
Student Life supports students as they actively explore identities, participate in discussions on a wide range of diversity and inclusion issues, and plan and attend events that bring fresh perspectives to our campus.
Identity-Based Organizations
Student Life supports students as they actively explore identities, participate in discussions on a wide range of diversity and inclusion issues, and plan and attend events that bring fresh perspectives to our campus.
Inclusion and Multicultural Engagement
This office supports and empowers historically marginalized students to achieve academic success, persist to graduation, and become critically conscious and inclusive leaders.
International Students and Scholars
ISS promotes and facilitates the interaction and exchange of culture, customs, experiences, and knowledge within the international student body, as well as between international students, Third Culture Kids (TCKs), and American students on and off campus.
Immersive Learning
Education doesn’t end when you step outside the classroom. Our offices offer a number of programs to prepare students to make an impact and engage with their community, both locally and globally, in order to bring about active citizenship and social change.
- Service learning and volunteering
- Alternative breaks
- Leadership development and workshops
- Weekend trips and outdoor events
Career CenterThe Center for Social ChangeCollege OutdoorsSustainability
Health and Wellness
There are many ways to be supported as a student at Lewis & Clark, including access to disability accommodations, workout facilities, health and counseling clinics, and more. We’ve got you covered.
Featured News
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.