For Current Students
The Ethnic Studies Program examines the social, cultural, and the historical forces that have shaped cultural identity in the United States and around the globe. In order to recognize the complex aspects of ethnic identity, our program focuses on five themes:
- diaspora
- colonialism
- slavery
- genocide
- community formation
We explore these and related topics from a variety of perspectives, always conscious of how they intersect with gender, sexuality, class, and nation.
Students interested in the Ethnic Studies minor should contact the Director and/or one of the sponsoring faculty.
News
Sticker Design Contest - deadline is Feb 1
Are you interested in designing the sticker for this year’s Gender Studies Symposium?
Well, you’re in luck! We are looking for current L&C students (CAS, GSEC, and Law) to design a sticker that captures this year’s theme of RESIST NOW! The winning design will also be shared on our social media and other print/digital publicity for the symposium.
Apply through the Google form by Sunday, February 1, 2026. We look forward to seeing your creative designs!
Contact the symposium co-chairs at gendsymp@lclark.edu
Gender Studies Symposium: Call for Proposals
You are invited to submit proposals for presentation at the 45th Annual Lewis & Clark College Gender Studies Symposium, March 11–13, 2026, exploring dimensions of resistance, activism, and solidarity in relation to gender and sexuality. Please review the guidelines in our Call for Proposals.