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Our arts departments—all of which are infused with a collaborative spirit and focus on community—offer some of the most robust opportunities available at a small liberal arts college anywhere.
At Lewis & Clark, all students, regardless of major, have access to a conservatory-caliber education in a liberal arts environment—and 70 percent of them participate deeply throughout their time at L&C. Whether that is playing violin in the orchestra, trying a sculpture class, studying poetry with a National Book Award winner, or performing at the Fir Acres Theatre, you can explore the many ways in which art creates meaning and cultivates community. Our deeply talented and committed faculty will provide personal attention and supportive teaching as you develop your skill and imagination. You’ll work hard, and be rewarded with lasting friendships, artistic development, and preparation for an impactful, meaningful life after college.
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Fifty-three percent of our graduates have taken three or more arts courses.
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70% of our students are involved in the arts.
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L&C is #1 when it comes to Niche’s 2024 list of “Best Colleges for Music in Oregon.”
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Accomplishment in the arts is important to 24 percent of first-year L&C students, compared to 15 percent at peer institutions.
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The average L&C student graduates with an average of five arts courses.
53%
Fifty-three percent of our graduates have taken three or more arts courses.
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70% of our students are involved in the arts.
Arts@LC News
Theatre Thesis Festival 2025
April 23 & April 25
We Should Bury It - 7:30pm
Every Brilliant Thing - 8:30pm
Company - 9:30pm
April 24 & April 26
On Fate - 7:30pm
Thom Pain (Based on Nothing) - 8:30pm
The Actor’s Nightmare - 9:30pm
A Glowing Review of Tiffany Mills Dance Residency
Oregon ArtsWatch reviewed Tiffany Mills Dance Company’s Residency at Lewis & Clark in April 2025.
Final Watzek Arts Friday of the Year: Silent Disco
The last Watzek Arts Friday of the Year! Silent Disco on April 25th at 3pm.
Watzek Arts Friday- Poetry Reading
April is National Poetry Month! Come hear some of Lewis & Clark’s Senior poetry students read from their portfolios.
Arts@LC Events
Wind Symphony & Friends
The Lewis & Clark Wind Symphony and Percussion Ensemble present an evening of exciting music on Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 7:30pm in Evans Auditorium. Brett EE Paschal, conductor
2025 Theatre Thesis Festival
The 2025 Theatre Majors will present their Thesis Performances on
April 23- April 26th. This year’s productions include: We Should Bury It, Every Brilliant Thing, Company, On Fate, Thom Pain, and The Actor’s Nightmare.
Lewis & Clark Orchestra and Choirs
Lewis & Clark’s Choirs and Orchestra join forces for an epic performance on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 4:00pm in Agnes Flanagan Chapel.
Fiction Capstone Reading, Spring 2025
Please join us on Monday, April 28, 6pm for the ENG 400 Fiction Capstone Reading and help us celebrate the accomplishments of these student writers! Manor House, Armstrong Lounge.