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<a href="/live/image/gid/698/width/650/100315__INK6582.jpg" class="lw_preview_image lw_disable_preview" tabindex="-1"><picture class="lw_image lw_image100315"><source media="(max-width: 500px)" type="image/webp" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/698/width/500/height/240/crop/1/100315__INK6582.rev.1695162923.webp 2x, /live/image/scale/3x/gid/698/width/500/height/240/crop/1/100315__INK6582.rev.1695162923.webp 3x" data-origin="responsive"/><source media="(max-width: 500px)" type="image/jpeg" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/698/width/500/height/240/crop/1/100315__INK6582.rev.1695162923.jpg 2x, /live/image/scale/3x/gid/698/width/500/height/240/crop/1/100315__INK6582.rev.1695162923.jpg 3x" data-origin="responsive"/><source media="(max-width: 800px)" type="image/webp" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/698/width/800/height/383/crop/1/100315__INK6582.rev.1695162923.webp 2x, /live/image/scale/3x/gid/698/width/800/height/383/crop/1/100315__INK6582.rev.1695162923.webp 3x" data-origin="responsive"/><source media="(max-width: 800px)" type="image/jpeg" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/698/width/800/height/383/crop/1/100315__INK6582.rev.1695162923.jpg 2x, /live/image/scale/3x/gid/698/width/800/height/383/crop/1/100315__INK6582.rev.1695162923.jpg 3x" data-origin="responsive"/><source media="(max-width: 1200px)" type="image/webp" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/698/width/1200/height/575/crop/1/100315__INK6582.rev.1695162923.webp 2x" data-origin="responsive"/><source media="(max-width: 1200px)" type="image/jpeg" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/698/width/1200/height/575/crop/1/100315__INK6582.rev.1695162923.jpg 2x" data-origin="responsive"/><source media="(min-width: 1201px)" type="image/webp" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/698/width/1440/height/690/crop/1/100315__INK6582.rev.1695162923.webp 2x" data-origin="responsive"/><source media="(min-width: 1201px)" type="image/jpeg" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/698/width/1440/height/690/crop/1/100315__INK6582.rev.1695162923.jpg 2x" data-origin="responsive"/><img src="/live/image/gid/698/width/1440/height/690/crop/1/100315__INK6582.rev.1695162923.jpg" alt="The 2023 New Student Peer Mentors" width="1440" height="690" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/698/width/1440/height/690/crop/1/100315__INK6582.rev.1695162923.jpg 2x" data-max-w="3200" data-max-h="2133" data-optimized="true"/></picture></a><div class="hero-full_image_caption collapsable-caption">The 2023 New Student Peer Mentors</div>
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New Student Orientation (NSO)

We’re so excited to meet you! During the week before classes start in the fall, Lewis & Clark’s New Student Orientation (NSO) helps our incoming first-year and transfer students get acquainted with campus, student life, resources, and peers.

NSO 2026 will be from Thursday, August 27 through Sunday, August 30.

Welcome to Your First Day at L&C

The excitement has been building all summer, and it is finally time for you to start the orientation process! You may have gone on a New Student Trip or another pre-orientation program, or you may be stepping on to campus for the first time. No matter what stage you’re at, our orientation team is ready to make these few days a success for you.

I met some of my best friends during the week of New Student Orientation my first year. Something funny about my friend group is that out of the 10 of us, there is no overlap between majors. I guess we are the perfect example of a liberal arts college friend group!
Burton Scheer BA ’25
English | Gender Studies | Gainesville, Florida
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I remember being so nervous, I didn’t even want to go. But when I did, everyone was so nice and welcoming, and I made friends so fast. It is hard not to get along with students at Lewis & Clark.
Feya Dawkins BA ’25
World Languages and Literatures | Art and Art History | Davis, California
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If you’re coming into Lewis & Clark without knowing anybody, NSO is going to be the perfect place for you to change that! Just be yourself, be open to new experiences, and absolutely go to the silent disco.
McKenna E. Zehnder BA ’26
Psychology | Health studies | Huntington Beach, California
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It’s Time to Start Your Journey

The day has finally arrived; you’re on campus! Lewis & Clark’s engaged community is ready to welcome you with open arms. Your first day on campus is a big one: You’ll get your room key, meet your roommate(s), and start getting to know your new home. Don’t worry, there is plenty of fun to go around—our Parent and Family Preview event is a great opportunity for your biggest supporters to get to know L&C, too!

Move Into Your Residence Hall

Time to move in! For most students, moving into a residence hall is the first step during orientation. New Student Peer Mentors and Campus Living staff members will help you find your way around campus and answer all your questions.

Take Care of Financial Aid

Need to check in about financial aid? No problem! Our stellar team at the Office of Financial Aid are a short walk from our residence halls in Fowler Student Center, ready to help.

Belonging at L&C

From annual events like stargazing on campus or our silent disco to more casual chats during lunch about the excitement of starting college, there are lots of opportunities to start finding a sense of home at L&C during orientation.

Meet Your First-Year Group

Your First-Year Group is led by a New Student Peer Mentor who will guide you through New Student Orientation. But don’t worry, they don’t disappear after that first week. Your peer mentor stays connected with their group all year to ensure the best first-year experience possible for our new students.

All About Academics

Time to get studious! With language placement exams, department open houses, and more, there is no shortage of learning opportunities this week. The Lewis & Clark New Student Orientation schedule is packed full of events just for you.

Academic Fair

At the academic fair, all of our academic departments, programs, and support services are represented. Here, you can check out areas of study, discover campus resources, and meet the faculty members that you will learn from during your time at L&C.

Meet Your Advisor

Set yourself up for success and get to know your college advisor. They will guide you through your academic journey and help keep you on track for graduation.

Your Health and Safety at L&C

Staying safe and healthy on and off campus is essential. We’ll set you up for success with the right resources to thrive at L&C through discussions around academic, mental, physical, emotional, environmental, and spiritual wellness.

Campus Safety

Our Campus Safety officers are on call 24/7, ready to respond to any issues our community members encounter.

Health and Wellness on Campus

We believe that holistic wellness—mind, body, and soul—is imperative to student success.

NSO Traditions

Our annual class photo on the Glade is a trademark starting symbol for your time at L&C!

<blockquote> <p></p> <div class="lw_profiles_329"> <p> I went on the Explore the Coastal Rainforest New Student Trip. Going to different places on the coast showed me the lush environmental spaces Oregon has to offer outside of Portland and inspired me to take more trips to the coast with my friends afterwards.</p> </div> <p></p> <p class="quote-author"> <a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/18339-burton-scheer">Burton Scheer BA ’25</a> <br/> <span class="quoted-profile_meta">Gainesville, Florida</span> </p> </blockquote>
<blockquote> <p></p> <div class="lw_profiles_329"> <p> <span style="font-weight: 400;">My New Student Trip was a great starting point for making friends, exploring my interests, and learning about L&C before I arrived on campus. It also released the stress of entering a completely new environment.</span> </p> </div> <p></p> <p class="quote-author"> <a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/14605-lucia-sheridan">Lucia Sheridan BA ’23</a> <br/> <span class="quoted-profile_meta">Saugatuck, Michigan</span> </p> </blockquote>
<blockquote> <p></p> <div class="lw_profiles_329"> <p> My NST definitely helped me to feel immediately connected to my peers and made me realize that I meshed well with other L&C students.</p> </div> <p></p> <p class="quote-author"> <a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/21528-sophie-homolka">Sophie Homolka BA ’26</a> <br/> <span class="quoted-profile_meta">Jacksonville, Illinois</span> </p> </blockquote>
<blockquote> <p></p> <div class="lw_profiles_329"> <p> I went on the rafting trip! It was nice to be able to have a group of people to spend a lot of time with for the first couple of semesters before we met people with whom we shared more common interests. </p> </div> <p></p> <p class="quote-author"> <a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/23383-maia-garrison">Maia Garrison BA ’27</a> <br/> <span class="quoted-profile_meta">El Cerrito, California</span> </p> </blockquote>
<blockquote> <p></p> <div class="lw_profiles_329"> <p> This last summer, I was a leader of the sustainability-focused New Student Trip, which was awesome. We explored the Columbia River Gorge and learned about various aspects of sustainability.</p> </div> <p></p> <p class="quote-author"> <a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/19007-elsa-horsted">Elsa Horsted BA ’25</a> <br/> <span class="quoted-profile_meta">Roseville, Minnesota</span> </p> </blockquote>
<blockquote> <p></p> <div class="lw_profiles_329"> <p> Go on a New Student Trip! The student leaders were incredible and they can give you real stories about Lewis & Clark, plus you get to make friends before even starting class. The nerves that you feel about starting college will dim down.</p> </div> <p></p> <p class="quote-author"> <a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/22484-may-rah">May Rah BA ’28</a> <br/> <span class="quoted-profile_meta">Portland, Oregon</span> </p> </blockquote>
<blockquote> <p></p> <div class="lw_profiles_329"> <p> Spending time outdoors is very grounding before entering a new and scary environment. Getting to know a small group of people before the rest of the school is also a good way to establish confidence and connections.</p> </div> <p></p> <p class="quote-author"> <a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/18326-gen-coutant">Gen Coutant BA ’25</a> <br/> <span class="quoted-profile_meta">Queensbury, New York</span> </p> </blockquote>
<blockquote> <p></p> <div class="lw_profiles_329"> <p> My New Student Trip helped ease the transition of moving away from home to college. I felt comfortable arriving on campus because I had friends from my trip, and advice from my NST leaders—and I just had a blast on my trip!</p> </div> <p></p> <p class="quote-author"> <a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/18355-helena-brown">Helena Brown BA ’26</a> <br/> <span class="quoted-profile_meta">Billings, Montana</span> </p> </blockquote>
<blockquote> <p></p> <div class="lw_profiles_329"> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">I went on the Opal Creek</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">New Student Trip</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">where we hiked in the hills around an abandoned mining town. After a week of hiking through the old-growth forest, I got to know the other students, and it was a relief to see those familiar faces again around campus during orientation.</span></p> </div> <p></p> <p class="quote-author"> <a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/14674-mateo-kaiser">Mateo Kaiser BA ’23</a> <br/> <span class="quoted-profile_meta">Mountain View, California</span> </p> </blockquote>
<blockquote> <p></p> <div class="lw_profiles_329"> <p> My New Student Trip reassured me and helped me remember that I was not alone, that every other first year was just as nervous as I was, and that there would be countless people on campus waiting to help us all settle in and get comfortable.</p> </div> <p></p> <p class="quote-author"> <a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/14604-alie-cicero">Alie Cicero BA ’24</a> <br/> <span class="quoted-profile_meta">Arcadia, California</span> </p> </blockquote>
<blockquote> <p></p> <div class="lw_profiles_329"> <p> My New Student Trip changed my life. I met my closest friends and what I believe are my lifelong friends on that trip.</p> </div> <p></p> <p class="quote-author"> <a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/23785-deenie-bulyalert">Deenie Bulyalert BA ’27</a> <br/> <span class="quoted-profile_meta">Grants Pass, Oregon</span> </p> </blockquote>
<blockquote> <p></p> <div class="lw_profiles_329"> <p> My New Student Trip was a great first experience to have at the college. Everyone was welcoming, and it was really helpful to start classes and orientation with some friends I had already made.</p> </div> <p></p> <p class="quote-author"> <a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/20604-clover-sinning">Clover Sinning BA ’26</a> <br/> <span class="quoted-profile_meta"> Minneapolis, Minnesota</span> </p> </blockquote>
<blockquote> <p></p> <div class="lw_profiles_329"> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Attending a</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">New Student Trip</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">was the best decision I could have made as an incoming student. It provided me with an opportunity to meet new people, and it helped me transition into my new life in college.</span></p> </div> <p></p> <p class="quote-author"> <a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/16647-adam-schwarz">Adam Schwarz BA ’23</a> <br/> <span class="quoted-profile_meta">Daly City, California</span> </p> </blockquote>
<blockquote> <p></p> <div class="lw_profiles_329"> <p> I <span style="font-weight: 400;">met a lot of people on my New Student Trip, and it was helpful to come into the college already knowing some people. It made me feel less intimidated about making friends and meeting new people.</span></p> </div> <p></p> <p class="quote-author"> <a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/23363-zoe-rommel">Zoe Rommel BA ’26</a> <br/> <span class="quoted-profile_meta">Telluride, Colorado</span> </p> </blockquote>
<blockquote> <p></p> <div class="lw_profiles_329"> <p> I came to L&C knowing only one person from my high school, so being able to go on a New Student Trip really helped me find community here on campus. I met one of my best friends, to this day, on the trip while also getting to have a fun and guided introduction to the outdoors.</p> </div> <p></p> <p class="quote-author"> <a class="quoted-profile_name" href="/live/profiles/22487-leah-marquez">Leah Marquez BA ’26</a> <br/> <span class="quoted-profile_meta">Oakland, California</span> </p> </blockquote>

Giving Back to the Community

NSO Service Day is an annual Lewis & Clark tradition organized by NSO and the Center for Social Change and Community Engagement, designed to connect incoming undergraduates with Portlanders working for change.

Service Day

Our annual NSO Service Day connects our students to our greater Portland community through immersive volunteer work. In collaboration with our partner organizations, you will start to make an impact even before your first day of classes.

Dinner and Evening Events

After a full day of service and getting to know your peers, fill your cup (literally!) in our dining hall with your orientation group. Our student leaders host events—like stargazing on the lawn, silent disco, and more—in the evenings to promote engagement and relaxation for our new students.

After NSO, It’s Your First Day of Classes

Classes have begun, and the fun is just beginning! Our annual activities fair by Student Engagement and other campus meet and greets are still happening. Now’s the time to try new things; consider branching out and joining a club or two! All our staff, faculty, and student leaders are here to support you and help you find your sense of belonging.