Lewis & Clark College Athletics: Why D3?
The key facts about Lewis & Clark college athletics. Information to help uncommitted high school athletes learn more about Athletic culture at Lewis & Clark, Portland Oregon and the facilities at the Pamplin Center.
Lewis & Clark Athletics in a nutshell
Lewis & Clark College is a liberal arts college situated just outside of Portland Oregon. With a 68.8% acceptance rate, this school is for students who care about academics and seek a liberal arts education. L&C hosts 21 sports at the collegiate level all competing in the NWC conference.
You Belong Here!
With a small accessible campus, Lewis & Clark is any student athletes dream. Athletes follow a “ChamPIOn Mindset”. The ChamPIOn mindset stands for; Classroom, Competition, Community and Character. Lewis & Clark athletes seek to compete, but also follow sportsmanship.
Why D3?
D3 athletics focuses on academics first, then athletics. Lewis & Clark gives students the best resources to succeed. Between study halls mid day, to special academic advising meant for student athletes - the Lewis & Clark Athletic department wants students to be the best they can be.
Lewis & Clark College offers 29 majors for students to choose from. There are plenty of outside resources in the city of Portland, Oregon for L&C students to take advantage of. This includes Nike Headquarters nearby, internships in the city and more!
Be a Pioneer!
Lewis & Clark looks for well-rounded students who will help out in the Lewis & Clark community.
Take action, Become a L&C Student Athlete:
Lewis & Clark Athletics are a diverse community open to all. With so many opportunities within the PDX and a competitive NWC conference - what’s not to love at Lewis & Clark College? For further information in the recruiting process fill out the form linked in this website!
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