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Liberal Arts Thinking Meets Entrepreneurial Action
In mid-January, the Bates Center for Entrepreneurship and Leadership hosted its annual entrepreneurial workshop, known as Winterim. The event brought 21 students to campus prior to the start of spring semester for a week of learning, networking, and mentoring, which culminated in a pitch competition for more than $10,000 in prizes.
career successMastering the Most Human Skills
In an opinion piece in U.S. News & World Report, Robin Holmes-Sullivan, president of Lewis & Clark, suggests that amidst the rise of AI, a liberal arts education that “nurtures that which makes us human” is more valuable than ever.
Is it Time to Rebrand? Top Signs Your Business May Need a Change
Eleazar Ruiz owns Odd Notion and is guest speaking in a Lewis & Clark class this Fall, 2025.
bates centerCareer Accelerator Fall 2025
Thanks to a generous donation from alumna Heidi Hu ’85, Lewis & Clark is expanding its Career development programs. The Bates Center and Career Center are launching new opportunities this fall to help students gain real-world experience and job ready skills.
The Career Accelerator is a game changing program designed to combine the power of a liberal arts education with technical, job-ready skills. Employers value critical thinking, adaptability, and communication, but they also look for technical skills and work experience. The Career Accelerator bridges this gap, helping students land competitive, mission driven jobs after graduation.PortlandBlending the Liberal Arts With Entrepreneurial Spirit
In mid-January, the Bates Center for Entrepreneurship and Leadership hosted its annual entrepreneurial workshop, known as Winterim. The event brought 27 students to campus prior to the start of spring semester for a week of learning, networking, and mentoring, which culminated in a pitch competition for more than $10,000 in prizes.
PortlandAn L&C Leader for Portland’s Small Business Community
Lewis & Clark’s Entrepreneur in Residence Mitch Daugherty has been tapped to lead Portland’s newly created Office of Small Business, helping to connect small business owners with the resources they need to thrive.
A Day in Portland, Oregon As a Newcomer
Whether you’re a college student, a traveler briefly visiting, or just moved to the area, you may be wondering what to do in Portland, Oregon for a day. If you’re looking for things to do over the week - look no further! Read on to plan your next day in the big city!
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.
How and Why to Escape the College Campus Bubble
College campuses can become secluded bubbles, but there are many ways to escape campus to find new skills, opportunities, and a sense of belonging.
Question: Are ungraded classes better?
We talked to Lewis & Clark teachers and students about their thoughts and experiences with ungraded classes to try and get a sense of whether or not they’re better. A liberal arts education values having a dynamic and interdisciplinary approach to learning. This is an idea that often coincides with the ungraded structure because of the emphasis of ownership over a students own learning process.
- EVENTS
Past Events
April 21, 2026Lunch with a Leader: Dr. Geetinder Goyal
We are excited to invite a small group of students to a special lunch with Dr. Geetinder Goyal, CEO of First Primary Care.
April 2, 2026BIPOC Networking Night
Join us for an evening of connection, conversation, and community at our BIPOC Networking Night.
March 11, 2026Babson College Grad School info session
Curious About Graduate School at Babson College?
Join us for an in-person information session on March 11 from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. in JR Howard #344 to learn more about applying to Babson College’s graduate programs.
The Bates Center for Entrepreneurship and Leadership is located in room 344 of J.R. Howard Hall on the Undergraduate Campus.
email entrepreneurship@lclark.edu
Brian Detweiler-Bedell
Executive Director & Professor of Psychology
bedell@lclark.edu
Chrys Hutchings
Director
chryshutchings@lclark.edu
503-768-7683
Catarina Hunter
Associate Director
chunter@lclark.edu
503-768-8683
The Bates Center for Entrepreneurship and Leadership
Lewis & Clark
615 S. Palatine Hill Road
Portland OR 97219









