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 Tour
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.
Cadyn Schenk-Turner BA ’26More about CadynThere are so many opportunities to join clubs, and it’s super easy to create your own! College Outdoors allows me to go on fun trips on the weekends. I also know a lot of people who live in the Living-Learning Communities, and they love the sense of community it provides.
Frankie Spurbeck BA ’23More about FrankieI love being part of LC Improv, and getting to be friends with my teammates has been a real source of joy.
Will Toppin BA ’23More about WillI am a big advocate of the “keep throwing spaghetti at the wall until something sticks” mentality, and by trying a lot of activities, I got to meet a lot of people.
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 of Lewis & Clark
ISLC 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 Change
College 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.
Student Life Events
Featured News
NSO Service Days were a success!
Huge thank you to all of our Community Partners for NSO: Tryon Creek Watershed Council, Friends of Terwilliger, Neighborhood House, Homeplate, SOLVE, SEED Club, Cards for Hospitalized Kids, Brighten a Day, LC Grounds Crew, Write Around Portland, The Blanchet House, Refugee Care Collective, Anti-Cruelty Society
And sincere thank you to all of our Staff and Faculty Volunteers: Tamara Ko, Ben Olson, Rocky Campbell, Doug Lennox, Jerry Harp, Jaime Cale, Gaby Herrmann, Max Lamas, Dylan Carlson, Gregory Dyrek and all those who donated items prior to service day! We appreciate you :)