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2025 SOAN Summer Enrichment Fund Recipient: Tully Jones-Wilkins
Tully Jones-Wilkins ’26 was awarded the Anna Williams ’22 SOAN Research & Enrichment Fund. Learn how Tully utilized his funding and his research on adventure tourism in Ecuador.
2025 SOAN Summer Enrichment Fund Recipient: Liam Murphy
Liam Murphy ’26 was awarded the Anna Williams ’22 SOAN Research & Enrichment Fund. Learn how Liam utilized his funding and his experience as a speaking teacher at an English language school in Cuenca, Ecuador.
Sociology Professor Earns Accolades from the American Sociological Association
Associate Professor of Sociology Maryann Bylander has earned an honorable mention in the 2025 Thomas and Znaniecki Best Book competition of the American Sociological Association.
Sarah Warren Appointed Executive Director of Community Partnerships
Warren, who assumes the new role on August 4, will spearhead Lewis & Clark’s historic partnership with Albina Vision Trust, as well as cultivate new institutional partnerships.
2024 SOAN Summer Enrichment Fund Awardee: Marissa Lum
Marissa Lum BA ’25, was awarded The Anna Williams ’24 SOAN Research & Enrichment Fund. Learn how Marissa utilized the funding and her internship experience.
Community Builder Wins College’s Highest Honor
Azucena Lizbeth Morales Santos BA ’24, who double-majored in Hispanic studies and sociology/anthropology, received this spring’s Rena J. Ratte Award, the undergraduate college’s highest honor. Named for an esteemed professor, the award recognizes a senior whose abilities and commitment have combined to produce work of the highest distinction.
Senior Speaker: Cooper Kroll BA ’24
Cooper Kroll BA ’24 will address graduates at the College of Arts and Sciences commencement on May 4.
Teach-In on Palestine and Israel Generates Strong Turnout
In an effort to grapple with the unfolding tragedy in Gaza and Israel, Lewis & Clark hosted a multidisciplinary forum, featuring a faculty panel followed by a Q&A.
Upcoming: Empires of the Dead with Christopher Heaney
This event is sponsored by the History, Ethnic Studies, Hispanic Studies, Latin American and Latino Studies and Sociology/Anthropology Departments
L&C Professor Asks, ‘What Does It Mean to Be a Liberal Gun Owner?’
Jennifer Hubbert, professor of anthropology and Asian studies, examines how liberals define democracy and citizenship through owning guns.
Fulbright Winners to Circle the Globe as Researchers and Teachers
As recipients of prestigious Fulbright awards, four members of the L&C community will work abroad next year: Meredith Stinger BA ’19 (India), Mila Wolpert BA ’19 (France), Amelia Madarang BA ’22 (Taiwan), and Alex Webb BA ’22 (Colombia).
Ethnic Studies Minor, Sociology and Anthropology MajorSenior Speaker: Shalini Hanstad BA ’22
Shalini Hanstad BA ’22 will address graduates at the College of Arts and Sciences commencement on May 7.interdisciplinary, International Affairs Major, international affairs, Portland59th Annual International Affairs Symposium Searches for Clarity in Controversy
For almost 60 years, Lewis & Clark’s International Affairs Symposium has been nationally recognized as a hub for discussing the most pressing matters in foreign affairs. From April 5 to April 7, the symposium will focus on controversy and emphasize opposing viewpoints on environmental degradation, the conflicts of multiculturalism, and the structure of the future international system.
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Past Events
December 17, 2025CALL FOR PAPERS: 12th Annual Middle Eastern Studies Symposium
12th Annual Middle Eastern Studies Symposium
Uplifting Voices: Stories of the Middle EastDecember 9, 2025Gender Studies Symposium Community Meeting
All current CAS students, faculty, and staff are invited to attend our community meetings this semester to plan the 45th annual Gender Studies Symposium, scheduled for March 2026. We welcome all members of the L&C community to participate in the planning process.
Our final meeting of the fall semester will be on Dec. 9 from 3:30-4:30 in Miller 414.
Snacks are always provided!November 20, 2025Land is Life: Sharing the Struggles of Migrants, Peasants, and Indigenous Communities
Join Center of Social Change, Kapamilya Filipino Student Club, SEED, and Kalikasan Solidarity Organization for an educational event exploring the direct connections between the struggles of peasants & migrants.
There are limited spots, so please RSVP HERE! Dinner will be provided.
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