Student Leadership
Student leadership anchors each symposium, and in many cases, that leadership is acknowledged with academic credit.
With support and mentorship from faculty and staff, student leaders research and develop the symposium themes, invite and host speakers, create panels and workshops, curate art exhibits, develop publicity, manage budgets, and coordinate event logistics. In addition, students also present their own work, often alongside community leaders, distinguished scholars, and professional writers and artists. All symposia offer rich opportunities for meaningful collaboration, multifaceted research, and the use and development of sophisticated communication skills.
Sofia Reeves BA ’23More about SofiaI think every student at Lewis & Clark can get something special from one of the student-led symposia, either by attending or being a part of organizing the event. There is knowledge to be gained for every person who attends the symposium.
Alex Chew BA ’25More about AlexI’m so excited about the upcoming Gender Studies Symposium! Helping to put together the symposium has allowed me to take what I have learned in my classes and find a way to make those concepts accessible to the wider community.
Shelby Castro BA ’25More about ShelbyMy experience as cochair of the Middle East and North African Studies Symposium has been incredibly positive. I’ve felt empowered to contribute my ideas to the symposium, and amplifying these important topics and complementing the academic foundation I’ve built at L&C has been rewarding.
Office of the Dean of the College is located in room 201 of Albany on the Undergraduate Campus.
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Dean Bruce Suttmeier