Health Studies
Use the liberal arts to solve the world’s current and future public health challenges.
Drawing upon Lewis & Clark’s strong culture of interdisciplinary learning, the Health Studies minor recognizes the growing interest students have in public health and the value of a liberal arts approach to solving the world’s current and future public health challenges. The minor is multidisciplinary, bringing together coursework, internship experiences, and scholarly activity across the sciences, social sciences, and humanities. The minor provides the statistical and scientific foundation necessary for students interested in fields such as public health, healthcare administration, and healthcare policy alongside the narrative, psychological, and cultural contexts that supplement the coursework of those interested in medicine, physical therapy, and other clinical careers. Leveraging our renowned overseas and off-campus programs, students may apply up to 12 credits toward the minor from an approved overseas study program focused on public health. All students will have a health-related internship in Portland or overseas as part of their capstone experience.
Mollee Chenoweth BA ’22More about MolleeAll my professors have played an important role in my education, not just academically but also by offering direction and support for life outside academics.
Simran Handa BA ’19More about SimranAt a liberal arts college, we have a great opportunity to take classes across many different departments and draw interdisciplinary connections; seize this chance while you can!
Selina Ibarra BA ’19More about SelinaOne of my favorite classes was Gender and Sexuality in the U.S. It really opened my mind, made me challenge views that I’ve always had growing up, and helped me find and understand my identity.
