Admissions
Overnight Hosts
Overnight visits give you a chance to spend an evening in one of our residence halls with a student host. This spring, overnight hosting is available Monday-Thursday, starting January 30th and ending April 19th.
Student Bios
Delia Russo-Savage
Major(s): Foreign Languages
Minor(s): Anthropology
Hometown: Montpelier, VT
Graduation year: 2015
What are some of your favorite places on campus? “My favorite places on campus are Maggie’s and the Platteau. The Platteau is just a really amazing resource and Maggie’s has a great atmosphere and great food.”
What are you involved in at L&C? “I am in Anime Club because I wanted to be involved in something new and it sounded like fun. I am also involved in Unisex Club because I was in GSA in high school and I wanted to continue with it. I also am in Spanish and German clubs and I recently joined crew.”
Courtney Harris
Major(s): French Studies and Art History
Hometown: Benicia, CA
Graduation year: 2014
Where is your favorite place on campus? “Albany Quadrangle is peaceful, quiet and beautiful… the old architecture is interesting… a microcosm of campus with slightly less green.”
What has been your favorite event? Campus Activities Board (CAB) organized a midnight ice-cream-sundaes-and-coloring event, with huge swatches of paper spread out on the floor in Stamm among crayons and markers and chalk. That was CAB’s first event of the year and my own idea being put into action.”
Chris Chew
cchew@lclark.edu
Major(s): Music/Undecided
Hometown: Oakland, CA
Graduation year: 2015
Your favorite class or professor and why: “Intro to Electronic Music Making with Jeff Leonard because to him it’s all about loving what you do and producing what feels right, and he really inspires individual creativity.”
What clubs are you involved in and why: “I am in Momo & the Coop because I love a capella and it’s really great to work together to make one sound.”
Glenna Andrews
Major(s): Biology
Minor(s): Psychology
Hometown: Middleton, WI
Graduation year: 2015
What is your favorite class? “My favorite class is Thinking, Memory, and Problem Solving, It’s a psych class. It’s hard to not have an awesome time when you get to touch a brain and go outside to see perception in action.”
What clubs are you involved in? “I am involved with the Crew Team and Track and Field because it gets me staying active and outdoors. The teams are also a great fun community to be a part of. I am also a College Outdoors enthusiast. The trips are affordable and get you to places all over the Pacific NW on the weekends.
Mason Wordell
mdwordell@lclark.edu
Major(s): Biology or Environmental Studies
Hometown: Boise, ID
Graduation year: 2015
Reasons for choosing L&C: “Lewis & Clark not only provided some of the best academics I’ve encountered, but also has a great city as its resource. I was also given multiple financial aid grants/scholarships that made the college very affordable.”
What clubs are you involved in and why: “I am involved in The PEAS floor, SEED club, animal club, and an aspiring slam poet. They all provide different opportunities and help give me more depth to my knowledge of L&C.”
Alex Heimbrodt
alexheimbrodt@lclark.edu
Major(s): Political Science
Hometown: San Anselmo, CA
Graduation year: 2015
Your favorite professor or class and why: “Rhetoric & Media Studies with George Austin. I enjoy the subject matter and am looking forward to learning more.
What was your favorite event at L&C and why: Midnight Breakfast and Fall Ball because it was great to be with L&C community having a good time.”
Katherine Jernigan
kjernigan@lclark.edu
Major(s): Environmental Studies
Hometown: Greenville, SC
Graduation year: 2015
Your favorite professor or class and why: “I love my Exploration and Discovery: State of the Family class this semester with Kim Brodkin. The discussions are great and I’m learning to think differently.”
What was your favorite event at L&C and why: “Open Mic Nights because they are great to support friends and hear great music or perform.”
Mary Mae Gates
Major(s): Philosophy
Minor(s): French
Hometown: Ione, OR
Graduation year: 2015
Why did you choose Lewis & Clark College? “Because of “the academic rigor and location (of course)!”
What would you say to incoming students? “Don’t be scared to talk to students while you are visiting! We’re all really friendly.”
What has been your favorite event so far? “Tie-dying during NSO was really fun and I made an awesome shirt!”
Jonathan Poley
Major(s): undecided
Hometown: Denver, CO
Graduation year: 2015
What are you involved in? “So far I am involved in the ACLU student group because I believe in the ACLU’s pursuit of rights.”
What would you suggest to incoming students? “I would advise an incoming student to reach into the L&C community for support during the first few hectic weeks of college.”
What has been your favorite event? “So far my favorite L&C event was the late night showing of Bridesmaids, but I’m excited to go to more events in the future.”
Eduardo Rivas
Major(s): Psychology and Hispanic Studies
Hometown: Huntington Park, CA
Graduation year: 2015
What is your favorite place on campus? “My favorite place on campus is the reflecting pool because the view is so beautiful and it is a quiet place to be by yourself when you need it.”
What do you like to do in your free time? “What I like to do with my free time is going outdoors and exploring more of the L&C campus because there are still many things that I have not yet discovered.”
What was your favorite event so far? “My favorite event so far was the scavenger hunt during NSO! Not only did I have a lot of fun but I also got to explore more about downtown Portland. Now it is much easier to find my way around.”
Mary (Molly) Simon
Major(s): French or German (undecided)
Hometown: Redondo Beach, CA
Graduation year: 2015
Why did you choose L&C? “The campus atmosphere, the outdoors program, the great study abroad program are all reasons I chose L&C.”
What is your favorite place on campus? “The silent study area of the library. That sounds really boring, but it’s really comfortable and has a great view. “
What has been your favorite event at L&C? “My Breakaway Outdoors trip. I did ‘Take Sustainable Action’ and learned a lot about Portland and sustainability. I made a bunch of friends too.”
Sierra Nicole Faulkner
Major(s): Psychology
Minor(s): German
Hometown: Richmond, CA
Graduation year: 2015
What clubs are you involved in? “I am involved in the German club because I want to get involved in the German culture. I’m part of the Anime Club and the Film Club because I love to watch movies.”
What has been your favorite event at L&C? “I really liked the Pio Fair because the teachers really helped me get an idea about what classes to enroll in and I like the scavenger hunt because it was a fun way to get to know Portland.”
Aaron Graham
Major(s): Undecided
Hometown: Mukilteo, WA
Graduation year: 2015
What is your favorite place on campus? “The Bon; they always have wonderful food and the atmosphere is great!”
What advice would you give an incoming student? “DON’T PANIC! College life really isn’t that different from high school life. You’ll get used to it.”
What has been your favorite event at L&C? “Ninja! It’s basically capture the flag. At midnight. With swords.”
Melia Manter
mmanter@lclark.edu
Major(s): Undecided but considering Environmental Studies, Political Science, or International Affairs
Hometown: Napa, CA
Graduation year: 2015
Your favorite professor or class and why: “My favorite class last semester was Exploration and Discovery: Wisdom and Folly taught by Becko Coppenhaven. I wasn’t expecting to like it because I’m not interested in philosophy but I walked out of that class every day rethinking my views and opinions about everything. She made me a better writer and a better person.”
Your favorite place on campus and why: “I love the bridge that crosses Tryon Creek near Copeland. It is so cool to walk to class and get to cross a state park in the process. It feels like a different world under those trees.”
sabella Fabens
Major(s): International Affairs (undecided)
Hometown: Seattle, WA
Graduation year: 2015
Who is your favorite professor or class? “Bob Mandel- teaches intro to International Relations. I love this class because it is mostly discussion based, and that way I can learn from my classmates as well.”
What clubs are you involved in? “I am a student coordinator for the college outdoors program because I love the people who are in the club and I enjoy spending time outside. I am also one of four senators for the freshman class as part of Associated Students of Lewis and Clark (ASLC).”
Patrick Lane
plane@lclark.edu
Major(s): Undecided
Hometown: Marco Island, FL
Graduation year: 2015
Reasons for choosing L&C: “Campus is gorgeous! The great faculty to student relationships, flexibility in class selection, accessibility to Portland, Northwest terrain, and the feeling of being at home on campus all led me to choose Lewis and Clark.”
What was your favorite event at L&C and why? “My favorite event on campus was the homecoming football game because of the immense school spirit.”
Sierra Clear
sierraclear@lclark.edu
Major(s): Anthropology
Hometown: Madison, WI
Graduation year: 2015
What is your favorite place on campus? “My favorite place on campus is the library. It is cool, quiet, useful and beautiful. It is a great place to study and it is also convenient if you need to print a paper.”
What would you suggest to an incoming student? “RELAX. College is stressful and new but it is very fun and there will be people there for you whenever you need. It is hard to leave the life you know but it is a very fun transition.”
What has been your favorite event? “I really liked the co-op party. There was great music and interesting people who were talented and involved in L&C’s community.”
Abby Roberts
Major(s): English
Hometown: Kensington, Maryland
Graduation year: 2015
Why did you choose L&C?”It was the place that I felt at home. I visited many other schools and felt slightly uncomfortable but at Lewis & Clark College I felt welcomed and among people like me.”
What has been your favorite event at L&C? “My favorite event was the Pio Fair! Great food, great entertainment and great, talented, diverse people! What more could you want?”
Michelle Garfias
Major(s): Environmental Studies
Hometown: Chino, CA
Graduation year: 2015
What do you like to do in your free time? “I love the weekends and my free time! My friends and I go downtown for anything we need, we play pool and other games in the Rec Room, we have movie nights and invite other friends to have fun with us.”
Charlie Quezada
cquezada@lclark.edu
Major(s): Mathematics
Hometown: Pomona, CA
Graduation year: 2015
What is your favorite place on campus? “Albany because there is so much help there. A lot of good resources and very helpful people.”
What are you involved in? “CEESA- I want to help Spanish speakers learn English because I’m just like them. Mosaic- I want to get to know people from other cultures. LINCS- I want someone who can give me advice about college.”
Inrijaimelina Constancio
Major(s): Math
Hometown: Pomona, CA
Graduation year: 2015
Who is your favorite professor? “Professor Comes, like his interest on math and his way of teaching. Also, I had trouble with homework and I went to his office hours in which he explained one on one- which every professor does.”
What advice would you give an incoming student? “When I came to visit L&C, my main concern was whether I felt comfortable in this college and after visiting I knew my answer was yes. It’s important to feel comfortable in a place you will be for four years.”
Kyle Tibbet
Major(s): Environmental Studies
Hometown: Sacramento, CA
Graduation year: 2015
What is your favorite place on campus and why? “I enjoy the reflecting pool because it is a nice place to spend time and think.”
What advice would you give an incoming student? “I would tell them to be ready for a challenging yet satisfying college experience.”
Cassie Bishop
cdbishop@lclark.edu
Major(s): International Affairs
Hometown: Carmel, CA
Graduation year: 2015
Your favorite place on campus and why: “Probably Juniper Resident Hall because everyone is so sweet and close and it’s such a fun hall.”
What was your favorite event at L&C and why: “Poetry Slam because the poems are moving and these events really show the diverse talent present at LC.”
Tom Krome
tkrome@lclark.edu
Major(s): Undecided
Hometown: Archer, FL
Graduation year: 2015
What do you like to do in your free time: “Play and listen to music, be lively, go outside, play mariokart, watch films, and read.”
Your favorite place on campus: “The fountain above the reflecting pool. I love fountains and water, and it’s really pretty and relaxing there.”
Nick Pimentel
nickpimentel@lclark.edu
Major(s): Philosophy and Rhetoric & Media Studies
Hometown: Sonoma, CA
Graduation year: 2015
What was your favorite event at L&C and why: “KLC (Lewis and Clark’s online radio station) concert because I won free tickets to see Iron & Wine.”
What do you like to do in your free time: “Play music, have conversations, go exploring, think, eat, read, talk to girls, Wikipedia, see shows, travel, call my mom, be awake when others are sleeping , walk, pet, animals, and laugh.”
**Current Students: If you are interested in being an overnight host, learn more about the job and application process here.
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Toll-free800-444-4111
DirectorErica Johnson
Office of Admissions
Lewis & Clark
0615 S.W. Palatine Hill Road, MSC 32
Portland, OR 97219
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