Activities at Lewis & Clark College
While the academic aspects of college will be your top priority as a student at Lewis & Clark, having an active co-curricular life will play an important role in your education, too. Finding balance between academics and activities will lead to a rich and rewarding college experience. The residential nature of the College combined with our small population will make it very easy for you to get to know other students, which in turn will make it very easy for you to get involved on campus. Despite our small size, Lewis & Clark offers nearly 100 different clubs, teams, groups, and other organizations for student involvement. Does Lewis & Clark Have What I Want?
Whether you’re looking for something specific or just wondering what’s available, the following will give you a good idea of the many ways to be involved at Lewis & Clark. The Office of Student Activities
The Office of Student Activities provides a wide variety of opportunities and resources designed to conribute to student development and the college experience. These opportunities are offered through three departments: Student Activities, Student Leadership and Service, and College Outdoors. The Student Activities web page will lead you to further information about our student government, media groups, social organizations, and much, much more. Campus Living
Social opportunities begin in the residence halls! Learn more about campus living here. Visual and Performing Arts
Music Lewis & Clark’s music department provides a high-quality program with a variety of opportunities for students interested in music. For more information on academic offerings, ensembles, and more, please visit the department webpage at the Music Department web page.
The department of music offers a number of renewable scholarships to talented incoming musicians based on auditions held in early spring. For more information, please contact the music department at 503-768-7460 or email music@lclark.edu. Theatre Performances and courses in the theatre department provide unique opportunities for majors and non-majors alike to engage in challenging, high-quality theatre experiences as participants or audience members. For more information, visit the Theater Department web page. The Platteau The Platteau is Lewis & Clark’s student-run art center. Go to the Platteau's web page to learn more. Athletics and Recreation
For information on our athletic facilities and Pioneer varsity, club and intramural sports, please go to the athletics web page.
Our College Outdoors program offers weekly trips and instruction in a wide variety of wilderness activities. To learn more, visit the College Outdoors web page.
Forensics
Lewis & Clark is consistently ranked among the top colleges and universities in the nation in forensics. A full selection of competitive and noncompetitive events is offered in both debate and individual events. Go to the Forensics web page for more information.
Forensics scholarships are available for students who demonstrate exceptional talent. Scholarships are based on financial need, talent in forensics, and scholarship. For more information about the College’s program or scholarships, please contact Steve Hunt, director of forensics, 503-768-7617 or email hunt@lclark.edu.
International, Cultural, and Diversity Groups
Are you seeking an international environment or are you interested in experiencing other cultures? Opportunities abound at Lewis & Clark. You can travel abroad (go to our Overseas and Off-Campus Programs web page); take a course that focuses on other people, languages, or cultures (visit the college catalog for more information on courses), or visit the Student Activities web page for more information on groups to join. Spiritual Life
In addition to the formal groups listed on the Student Activities web page, students from a number of other traditions (including Baha'i, Buddhist, Hindu, LDS, and Muslim) organize activities and meetings on an occasional basis. For more information about services provided in Agnes Flanagan Chapel or religious life on campus, go to the Dean of the Chapel's web page. Campus-Wide Traditions
Below are just a few of the annual events that bring all members of the Lewis & Clark community together. Be a part of a planning committee or just participate in the fun - it's up to you! Be sure to check out our Arts & Ideas web page, too, for an idea of the many other lectures, concerts, exhibits, and other events that happen on campus. Didn't Find What You Wanted?
Just because you didn’t find it listed doesn’t mean it doesn’t exist - don’t forget that organizations can vary from year to year, depending on student interest. But just in case, you should know that it’s easy to get a new club or organization started at Lewis & Clark. If you can find other students who are interested in your ideas, our Student Activities office will help you get focused and headed in the right direction. Contact Jason Feiner (jfeiner@lclark.edu) for more information.
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