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Thank you for a wonderful Alumni Weekend 2023! Check back in for an updated schedule for Alumni Weekend 2024.

See pictures from Alumni Weekend 2023 here.

Please find out about our COVID-19 policies here. We will follow the COVID-19 safety guidelines that are in place in Multnomah County during Alumni Weekend.

Thursday, June 22

Aubrey R. Watzek Library 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Bookstore 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Check In 4 - 8 p.m.
If you are staying on campus, pick up your Residence Hall key at check-in.

Overseas Reunion: China 1982 6 p.m.
Off Campus
The China Overseas Program of Spring 1982 is holding a reunion off campus for its participants. For more information or to RSVP, please email Brad DeVries ’83 at triangleforge@gmail.com.

1973 Class Dinner 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Smith Hall
A dinner in honor of the class of 1973’s Golden Reunion. Appetizers, dinner, and an open bar with beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages are included. Reconnect with those who made your Lewis & Clark journey with you.

Thursday’s schedule is available to download here.

Friday, June 23

Coffee 7:30 - 9:30 a.m.
In Front of Fields Dining Room
Coffee will be provided outside of Fields Dining Room, inside Fowler Student Center (formerly Templeton Campus Center).

Aubrey R. Watzek Library 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Trail Room 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
The Trail Room will be open for coffee, tea, pastries, grab and go meals, and salads.

Bookstore 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Check In 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
If you are staying on campus, pick up your Residence Hall key at check-in.

Campus Tour 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Meet at Alumni Weekend Check-in
Join alumni in taking a tour of the campus including the newly renovated Templeton, now Fowler Student Center. If you would like to take this tour and need accessibility help, please email reunions@lclark.edu.

Golden Medallion Luncheon 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Stamm Dining Hall
Join members of the Albany Society and welcome the class of 1973 into the Albany Society with the Albany Society Induction Ceremony and medallion presentation. There will be special recognition of reunion year classes before 1973 as well.

Albany Society Linger Longer 1 - 3 p.m.
Frank Manor House
Members of the Albany Society are welcome to go to the Frank Manor House to hang out, linger and visit after the Golden Medallion luncheon. (Registration not required.)

Overseas Reunion: Peru 1962 1 - 3 p.m.
Frank Manor House
The Peru Overseas Program of Fall 1962 is holding a reunion at the Albany Society Linger Longer for its participants.

Overseas Reunion: Chile 1968 1 - 3 p.m.
Frank Manor House
The Chile Overseas Program of Fall 1968 is holding a reunion at the Albany Society Linger Longer for its participants.

Alumni College - Living Through Social Change: Attending L&C in the early 70s 1:30 - 2:30 pm
Council Chamber, Fowler Student Center
This session is sponsored by the Class of 1973; everyone is welcome! Join L&C faculty and alumni in a round table discussion about what life was like attending L&C in the late 60s and early 70s. Come and listen or come and share.

Campus Tour 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. 
Meet at Alumni Weekend Check-in
Join alumni in taking a tour of the campus including the newly renovated Templeton, now Fowler Student Center. If you would like to take this tour and need accessibility help, please email reunions@lclark.edu

Overseas Reunion: Austria 1971 2 - 7 p.m.
J.R. Howard 302
The Austria Overseas Program of Spring 1971 is holding a reunion in J.R. Howard for its participants. For more information or to RSVP, please email Tessa Machle ’72 at themachles@gmail.com.

Alumni College - Democracy Inaction: Why our Elections are Unfair 3 - 4 p.m.
Council Chamber, Fowler Student Center
Join Professor Emeritus Roger Nelsen for a look at elections in the United States. American presidential primaries are examples of multicandidate elections in which plurality usually determines the winner. Is this the “best” way to decide who wins? While plurality is a common procedure, it has serious flaws. How do we determine the “fairness” of an election procedure? We will examine some alternate procedures (e.g., ranked choice), and fairness criteria.

Late 60s and Early 70s Archives Open House 3 - 4 p.m.
Aubrey R. Watzek Library
Take a walk down memory lane by stopping by the Special Collections room in Watzek library to peruse vintage relics from our time at L&C. Archives staff will be on hand to answer questions and hear our stories! (Registration not required.)

State of the College Address with President Holmes-Sullivan 4 - 5 p.m.
Agnes Flanagan Chapel
Join Lewis & Clark President, Dr. Robin Holmes-Sullivan, to hear about her vision for the future of LC. Her address will be followed by Q&A.

Overseas Reunion: Australia 1997 4 p.m.
Off-Campus
The Australia Overseas Program of Spring 1997 is holding a reunion for its participants. For more information or to RSVP, please email Marnie Troska ’98 at marniotroska@gmail.com.

Alumni Weekend Welcome Reception 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Estate Gardens
Join alumni and the LC community for a party in the Estate Gardens for a chance to mix and mingle with alumni from all reunion years.

Overseas Reunion: India 1993 5 - 7 p.m.
J.R. Howard 122
The India Overseas Program of Fall 1993 is holding a reunion in J.R. Howard 122 for its participants. For more information or to RSVP, please email Nathan Parr ’94 at omnath@hotmail.com and Peter Pillsbury ’95 at pillsbury.peter@gmail.com.

1983 Class Reception 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Stamm Dining Hall
A reception in honor of the class of 1983 as they celebrate their 40th reunion. Appetizers and an open bar with beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks are included. Reconnect with those who made your Lewis & Clark journey with you.

This reception features Leikam Brewing’s Our House Lager, Moon Safari Pale, and Janis Hoplin IPA. Leikam Brewing is a certified kosher, community-centered, family owned and operated brewery, founded by Sonia Marie ’03 and Theo Leikam ’03.

1993 Class Reception 7 - 9 p.m.
Diane Gregg Pavilion
A reception in honor of the class of 1993 as they celebrate their 30th reunion. Appetizers and an open bar with beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks are included. Reconnect with those who made your Lewis & Clark journey with you.

This reception features Leikam Brewing’s Our House Lager, Moon Safari Pale, and Janis Hoplin IPA. Leikam Brewing is a certified kosher, community-centered, family owned and operated brewery, founded by Sonia Marie ’03 and Theo Leikam ’03.

2003 Class Reception 7 - 9 p.m.
Smith Hall
A reception in honor of the class of 2003 as they celebrate their 20th reunion. Appetizers and an open bar with beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks are included. Reconnect with those who made your Lewis & Clark journey with you.

This reception features Leikam Brewing’s Our House Lager, Moon Safari Pale, and Janis Hoplin IPA. Leikam Brewing is a certified kosher, community-centered, family owned and operated brewery, founded by Sonia Marie ’03 and Theo Leikam ’03.

Young Alumni Council Networking Event 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Estate Gardens
Enjoy a casual reception and make career connections with your fellow alumni from 2008 through recent grads.

Palatine Pub 6 - 10 p.m.
Trail Room
Meet your friends and hang out on campus in our on-campus pub. Beer, wine, nonalcoholic beverages and food will be available for purchase. Open to all alumni and friends 21 and over.(Registration not required.)

From 6 to 8 pm Hear Richard Moore play at the pub!
From 8:30 to 10 pm hear Dan O’Sullivan play at the pub!

Class of 1978 Meet Up at the Pub 7 - 8 p.m.
Trail Room
Connect and reconnect with those who made your Lewis & Clark journey with you. Food, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase at the Pub.

Class of 1988 Meet Up at the Pub 7 - 8 p.m.
Trail Room
Connect and reconnect with those who made your Lewis & Clark journey with you. Food, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase at the Pub.

Overseas Reunion: Greece 1987 8 - 9 p.m.
Trail Room
The Greece Overseas Program of Spring 1987 is holding a reunion at the Palatine Pub for its participants. For more information or to RSVP, please email Pete Johansen at pjohansen84@gmail.com. 

Class of 1998 Meet Up at the Pub 8 - 9 p.m.
Trail Room
Connect and reconnect with those who made your Lewis & Clark journey with you. Food, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase at the Pub.

Class of 2008 Meet Up at the Pub 8 - 9 p.m.
Trail Room
Connect and reconnect with those who made your Lewis & Clark journey with you. Food, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase at the Pub.

Friday’s schedule is available to download here.

Saturday, June 24

Coffee 7:30 - 9:30 a.m.
In Front of Fields Dining Room
Coffee will be provided outside of Fields Dining Room, inside Fowler Student Center (formerly Templeton Campus Center).

Pamplin Sports Center - Open Gym and Weight Room 8 -10 a.m. 
Start your day with a workout in the weight room or pick up basketball in the gym!

Bookstore 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Aubrey R. Watzek Library 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Check In 8:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.
If you are staying on campus, pick up your Residence Hall key at check-in.

Tryon Creek Nature Walk 8:30 - 10 a.m.
Meet at Campus Safety
Explore the rain forest in Lewis & Clark’s backyard. This 2-mile walk is appropriate for all ages.
Please note: The route includes a few steep inclines and stairs. Please bring your own water supply.

Morning Mindfulness with Awakened Awareness 9 - 10 a.m.
Diane Gregg Pavilion
Join Hilary Martin Himan, Director of Spiritual Life and Chaplain, as she leads participants in some simple mindfulness and meditation practices to start the day. All are welcome- no previous experience necessary. Hilary will also briefly share about the new Spiritual Life program Awakened Awareness, which teaches mindfulness, meditation, and spiritual concepts to improve students’ mental health and resilience. Awakened Awareness is possible in part because of the generous Gregg Pavilion Spiritual Life Endowment gift from Sandy Osborne ’72. 

Coffee with Current and Retired Faculty and Staff 10 - 11 a.m.
Frank Manor House
Join us for an opportunity to enjoy a cup of coffee or tea with current and past, faculty and staff. Catch up with those who opened your eyes and made your college years meaningful!

Golden Years Brunch 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Fowler (Formerly Templeton) Top Floor, Room 350
This is a special brunch for those who graduated in the 1950s and 1960s. This brunch features the same food and bubbly as the All Decades Brunch with with a more intimate atmosphere. 

All Decades Brunch with Bubbly 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Fields Dining Room, Fowler Student Center
Enjoy a scrumptious brunch with your classmates and others from the Lewis & Clark community. 

Fir Acres Feast Drink tickets and wristbands, will be available to pick up at the All Decades Brunch. Guests attending the Fir Acres Feast are welcome to avoid the lines and simplify their Feast experience by getting all set at the Brunch.

Rose Garden Restoration Project 12 - 5 p.m.
Estate Rose Garden, Lower Campus
The Rose Garden on lower campus is being restored! Stop by the gardens and meet the alumni and current students who are spearheading this effort. They’ll even have gloves and tools for those who want to lend a hand! Water jugs will be provided so don’t forget to bring your water bottle.

Alumni Honors Celebration and Reception 1 - 3 p.m.
Agnes Flanagan Chapel
The Board of Alumni cordially invites you to honor four outstanding members of the L&C community at the Alumni Honors Ceremony.  We are recognizing the following honorees:

L&C Alumni Leadership Award
Mike Holtzclaw ’87

Don Balmer Citation for Service to the College
Janet Steverson

Outstanding Young Alumnus Award
Dan Caplen ’12

Distinguished Alumnus Award
Benedikt Hoskuldsson ’83

Overseas Reunion: Thailand 1982 1 - 4 p.m.
Off Campus
The Thailand Overseas Program of Fall 1982 is holding a reunion off campus for its participants. For more information or to RSVP, please email Sara Savage ’83 at sarasav@comcast.net.

Alumni of Color Reception 3 - 4 p.m.
Frank Manor House
Come engage with your fellow alumni from the BIPOC community as we work to strengthen our alumni of color network during this historic time in Lewis & Clark history. Find out about the Lewis & Clark Black Alumni Association, the Lewis & Clark Native Alumni Association and other initiatives to strengthen our diverse alumni communities.

Philanthropy Reception 4 - 5 p.m.
Fowler Center
By invitation. This is a reception for members of the Heritage Society, the Leadership Society and members of the Lewis & Clark Philanthropy Council.  For information about heritage gift planning, contact giftplanning@lclark.edu.

Alumni College - Climate Change Crossroads: Are we in the right lane? 4 - 5 p.m.
Council Chamber, Fowler Student Center
Hear from Special Envoy for Climate, Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Iceland, and Alumni Honors Distinguished Alumnus Award Winner Benedikt Hoskuldsson ’83. Benedikt has spent his career for the last several years as a lead specialist in sustainable energy working with UN agencies, NGOs and the global private sector.

Juneteenth Commemoration 5 p.m.
Frank Manor House
A commemoration of the United States’ newest national holiday including a libation and meaningful readings.

Overseas Reunion: Australia 1981/1982 5 p.m.
Fowler (Formerly Templeton) Top Floor, Room 353
The Australia Overseas Program of Fall 1981/Spring 1982 is holding a reunion in Fowler 353 for its participants. For more information or to RSVP, please email Dee Etzwiler ’83 at deestudio@peak.org.

Alumni College - Alumni Travel 5 - 6 p.m.
J.R. Howard 122
Join Associate Vice President for Community Engagement & Travel Programs Andrew McPheeters to hear about the lifelong learning opportunities available across the globe, traveling with alumni, parents, and friends.

Fir Acres Feast 5 - 9 p.m.
Estate Gardens
A feast held to honor all alumni and to come together as a community. Listen to the cool jazz of the Dan Balmer trio and enjoy appetizers, mains and desserts. You will have a choice of three buffet lines; one that features cuisine of the Northwest,  one with a taste of the Pacific Islands and one influenced by flavors of the Middle East. There will be a no host bar with beer, wine and non-alcoholic drinks. Reconnect with those who made your Lewis & Clark journey with you. 

Alcoholic beverages at the Feast will be provided by 503 Distilling, co-founded by David Schleef ’93.

Piano Performance by Dan Caplen ’12 8 p.m.
Agnes Flanagan Chapel
Wrap up this exciting day with a special music performance by British R&B singer, songwriter Dan Caplen ’12, recipient of L&C’s 2022 Outstanding Young Alumnus Award.

Class of 1998 Social 8-10 pm
Hopworks Urban Brewery, 2944 SE Powell Blvd
Join your classmates for an informal social at one of Portland’s most recognizable breweries. 

Saturday’s Schedule is available to download here.

Sunday, June 25

Check In 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
If you are staying on campus,  return your key in the residence hall lobby, check-in or Campus Safety.

Bookstore closed.

Current and Past Board of Alumni Brunch 10 - 11:30 a.m. 
Hosted by President Holmes-Sullivan and her wife Kathy at the Cooley House
By invitation. President Holmes-Sullivan and her wife Kathy invite current and past members of the Board of Alumni and their guest to enjoy a very special brunch at the Cooley House, the presidential residence, to thank them for their service.

Overseas Reunion: Micronesia 2002 10:30 a.m.
Off Campus
The Micronesia Biology Overseas Program of Spring 2002 is holding a reunion off campus for its participants. For more information or to RSVP, please email Eva Danon ’03 at evaddanon@gmail.com.

A full schedule of the weekend is available to download here.