Top Source Stories

As the calendar year draws to a close, we’ve compiled a sampling of top stories from the undergraduate college, the graduate school, and the law school.

Grades, Sleighs, and River Otters! Follow the bouncing ball for a festive Lewis & Clark sing along. 

If you’ve wandered past the Lower Estate Garden lately, you may have noticed a whole lot of progress—and we’re excited to share that the renovation is officially in its home stretch!

Community members looking to support students who may be impacted by the interruption of SNAP benefits, may donate to The Nest in Roberts 112.

Please take a moment to catch up on the work that happened this fall and, more importantly, the inspiring projects planned to extend our campus connections in spring 2026!

The L&C magazine is dedicated to capturing the energy and spirit of the entire Lewis & Clark community. Read the latest issue to catch up on alumni achievement, faculty teaching and research, student life, and institutional news. It’s a fantastic way to stay connected and proud of everything we accomplish together. Why not check out our current issue right now? You’re going to love it!

PBS is streaming Classroom 4, which captures the transformative Inside-Out course taught by Professor Reiko Hillyer, where students break down the walls imposed by incarceration to study, connect, and change each other.

Please take a moment to automatically integrate the L&C Paid Holidays calendar—and other important events such as Administrative Assembly—directly into your daily view using Google Calendar checkboxes.

The Office of Equity and Inclusion is excited to share with you our fall newsletter. We invite you to read on to catch up on our recent activities and to learn more about news and events planned for the upcoming months. We are genuinely excited to continue working alongside of the L&C community to foster a truly diverse and inclusive campus environment every day.

The Board of Trustees met this month for their regular fall meeting. See the summary of their discussion and the approved resolutions.

This update on capital projects, sustainability, and IT initiatives is provided by Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Operations Andrea Dooley.

The river otter, beloved for its scrappiness, teamwork, and Pacific Northwest roots, is officially Lewis & Clark’s new mascot. The adorable, semiaquatic mammal emerged as the top choice among students, alumni, and employees.

Check out the event schedule and get excited for a fabulous weekend celebrating academic excellence, athletic endeavors, and artistic achievement. 

Faculty and staff are reminded to review the FAQs Regarding Immigration Enforcement Actions, provided by the Office of the General Counsel.

Students, faculty, and staff are invited to enter the L&C Halloween contest, join the costume parade—and win prizes!