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The campus is beautiful and whenever it's sunny (which is very very rare) everyone goes to a grassy area to play. There's a bus that goes to Portland every hour and it takes 30 minutes to get downtown. Portland is amazing! I'm almost going here just for the amazing vintage stores. There's so many awesome vintage and thrift stores and great restaraunts. The biggest recent controversy recently was a junior male was suspended because he sexually assaulted a sophmore at the school. The attitude on campus was that the girl deserved it because she was drunk, which made me really angry. There's a Womyn's Center that does events like "Take Back the Night", but I still feel there's a slightly misogynistic attitude here. But this probably true for most colleges. My biggest complaint is everyone smokes cigarettes. You can't go anywhere without running into a cloud of smoke. Another complaint is that there's really only two kinds of people here: indie and hippie. I really can't relate to either groups, and it's hard to find people who don't listen to weird indie bands. There are cool people here though, you just have to find them. I personally like the people in the substance free dorm because they don't smoke all the time and they're quirky. I think it's harder to find the type of people you like at small schools in general, and at bigger school's there will always be a group of people you fit with. But, it's nice to be familiar with a lot of people.

The best thing about LC is the campus. It is incredibly beautiful and well kept. There are views of Mt. Hood and Mt. St. Helens. Although it rains a lot of the school year, when it is a nice and sunny day outside everyone is outside enjoying it. The school is very small, and by the end of the year people start complaining that they always see the same people but it isn't a problem for me. Although there are 1800ish people at LC, about 1000 really exist, through living on campus etc. The others I rarely see. Unfortunately, the school is in a lot of debt and is cutting student oriented stuff and is taking away important things which is really unfortunate. They are also planning on building a new student center so in the upcoming years there might be a whole lot of construction. There is no school pride really, our football team is terrible, losing every game by 30ish points. The only school pride is on 420 when everyone gathers at the flagpole and smokes huge bowls. Apparently LC administration wants to be more prestigious and is starting to accept more preppy students who don't fit the old LC category, which makes older students mad!

If you're looking for sports teams and for school spirit and pride, you'd better go somewhere else. The students here are not interested in sports in the least, and the losing record of almost all of the teams does not help that fact. The campus also has a lock of spaces to go to get away. There's an on-campus cafe, and the library, and that's about it. To get to a coffee shop or other study area is at least a 15-30 minute bus ride away, not too idea for an extremely small campus where many of the students live all four years in the dorms or apartments. When I tell someone that I go to Lewis and Clark, at first they look at me funny (probably because they've never heard of it before), and then say something like, "Oh yeah, I've heard that's a good school."

I love the people at Lewis and Clark. Almost every person I've met, I've liked and wanted to get to know better. I'm surprised at how helpful people are. I wish the school were a little bit bigger at times; it's really hard to avoid someone on this campus. But at the same time, that sense of community is part of its appeal. I really like that they make it so easy to go downtown (there's a free shuttle every hour) because it's easy to get off campus when you need a breath of fresh air.

LC is a great small school. I find it hard to go anywhere without seeing my friends. Its a great close-knit community filled with friendly people. You'll never ever feel lost in the crowd. You get to call your professors by their first name and they treat you as an adult.

I happen to like the size of the school, but there are a lot of complaints about it being too small. It can be very clique-y and can leave certain people feeling left out. The athletics could definitely use some work, though it's still fun going out there and trying to cheer for the teams because you can know most of the players. The big controversy in the athletics department right now is the new mascot, which most people think looks pretty dumb. School pride is pretty much nonexistent. Having Portland so close to the campus and accessible by a free shuttle is a huge plus for our school. I think most people tend to go downtown a few times a week, and popular places to go include Anna Banana's and 23rd Avenue.

I think at some point everybody I know has had an existential crisis about attending Lewis and Clark. We often wonder if we are doing the right thing by attending a small, expensive college that nobody has ever heard of, but at the end of the day, I think that the fact that everybody I know thinks enough to find themselves in an existential crisis says something in itself.

I love LC. It is the purfect fit for me. It's small, you know your professors, they know you. People are supper chill. But, the guy to girl ratio is not in our favor ladies: 40/60. And of those here, many are gay or already taken.

One of the best things about LC is the fact that the classes are quite small. You can actually interact with your teachers, which is very helpful. If I had to change one thing, it would definitely be the tuition. LC is expensive, and while I know a lot of the money goes to good things, some of it is pissed away on things like homecoming. Like the classes, the entire LC population is small. I personally find this to be great, but I came from a high school of 45. As someone from a large school, you might feel a little claustrophobic. When I tell people I go to LC they either say, "What? Is that a real school?", "Oh, I've heard thats a good school", or "Oh, so you're just some hippie then?" I spend most of my time in my dorm building, which is a good place to be if you make friends with the other people in it early on. There are also lots of places to spend time outside if it isn't raining. Portland is great if you're over 21, and LC is only about 20 minutes away. The admin is good overall, but like any group of old people lording over young people. they can be pretty clueless as to what you really want. Controversy usually stems from misunderstanding. I will always remember living with 3 other guys in a shoe box sized room. Complaints are usually about the food, which is actually pretty good.

The best thing about Lewis and Clark, is the genuine care that the professors have for the students. Each student is in their best interest, and almost every professor is willing to go the extra mile to make sure you learn and do well. The worst thing about the school is the lack of class variety and availability. There are classes that you will never get to take because they fill up so quickly, yet only one section is offered every year. Many classes that are offered at bigger schools are not available at LC. LC is a good size, and feels small at times, but it is nice to have mostly familiar faces with strange ones here and there. When the sun comes out, LC is like a dream campus. Everyone is outside, playing frisbee, laying in the grass, and loving life. Otherwise, the rain is a bummer and keeps everyone inside or at the gym. There is not a ton of school pride in terms of athletics, but D3 is not necessarily about that. Rather than new uniforms for the whole basketball team, our cafeteria is trying to go all organic. Lewis and Clark is a progressive, "green" school, making every effort to be sustainable.

Lewis and Clark is a SMALL school, which prospies should keep in mind. The size is great for class discussions, but for the social aspect it can suck. Expect to see a lot of the same people at parties, and don't do anything stupid when you are drunk because you will run into them the next morning at brunch! Most parties are either small gatherings in dorms or big events at the sports houses, but it can still tend to feel like you see the same people over and over. The guy to girl ratio can get frustrating for girls, especially when there are no other colleges or places to hang out within walking distance of campus. If you don't have a car, you are stuck with the same people or forced to take the Raz. If you don't have a car you tend to feel trapped on campus, because there is nothing within walking distance. Portland is an awesome city to hang out in on weekends, but there is nothing close to campus that is oriented towards LC students. There is no "college town" vibe, because LC is surrounded by neighborhoods and you must drive at least 10 minutes to get back into civilization.

Over all the best way i heard Lewis and Clark and its student body described is "Its a school full of people who didn't reall try too hard in high school, yet still got really good grades". The school has a really good sense of community. Between the size and its setting(just outside of PDX) theres an almost camp-like experience. The teachers and student body both fit really well together, many of the views and opinions are similiar and allows for a really exciting learning enviroment. One problem is the administration. All that you read in all the other books about the school and what you hear about Lewis and Clark is exactly what the administration is against. There is a big divide there

The most frequent complaint about Lewis and Clark is the high cost of tuition and the continual increase of tuition. The cost has gone up about 15{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} in the last two years and it is expected to continue. Scholarships are also being cut and not given in the same amount either. The education gained at Lewis and Clark is amazing, but there is no doubt all the students will be broke as a joke coming out of school.

Lewis and Clark is just the right size...if you like this crowd. People are friendly and outgoing, but are usually somewhat awkward and nerdy. Many people don't know what Lewis and Clark is when you tell them, but those who do respect you for one of two reasons: 1. You are a seasoned pot head, 2. You are a good student and member of society. LC administraters listen to the students, but often do not resolve issues in an effective manner. Portland is a great city, but Lewis and Clark is very removed from the Portland Community. The biggest controversy right now is the new logo. We have adopted an old, ratty looking dog as our logo. Students are rejecting it because they do not understand how a dog represents our school. Administraters are pushing the new logo because it is "gender neutral." Lewis and Clark isn't for everyone, but if you value a great education and meaningful relationships with a variety of people, you will appreciate what Lewis and Clark has to offer. LC can be limited at times as far as academic and social opportunities, but Portland has everything that it lacks.

LC is great because it has small classes, great professors, and a very intimate feel. I think it's just the right size. People are usually really impressed that I got into LC or are really skeptical and sniff the air to see if I shower. When I'm on campus I usually go to Maggie's, the gym, the Trail room, the library, or my friends' rooms. The administration seems to have our best interests in mind and does a good job of keeping things running smoothly. The biggest controversy on campus was regarding an alleged rape. People most often complain about the food and the rain!

At LC people are very politically engaged. If you are a Republican however, you will be a ver small minority here. LC is very small with intimate classes. The faculty is by far my favorite part of LC. They are extremely dedicated and smart. The entire history department got their Ph Ds at an Ivy League or equivalent school. The one think I would change is the amount of school pride. Since most students are more focused on academics than sports our teams aren't quite top notch. Our frisbee, debate, and basketball teams are all first in their conference though.

The best thing about LC is the grounds. Very pretty, very expensive. I would change the people. Our school is too white, straight and rich. People generally think i am loaded when i tell them i go to LC. I don't spend any time on campous outside of class anymore. Portland is amazing. i love it. i get the impression that the admin is more focused on making parents happy than us. i was treated like a 5 year old when i lived on campus. One of the students leaving for sexual misconduct is the most recent controversies. There isn't a lot of school pride. LC is a bubble, i guess that is pretty unusual in real-world terms. studying abroad is one expierience i will always remember. Most people complain about the diversity, campus policies on drinking, and ability to get into courses.

it's the ideal size, big enough for newness, and small enough for a serious sense of community.

My favorite part about LC and why I had a great four years are by far the people. I made friendships through LC with all kinds of people and got to know such a variety of individuals that made college such an awesome time for me. Not only fellow students, but the vast majority of administration/faculty are great people as well. Since graduation I have had the chance to have lunch and visit with multiple people at LC and all of them have been very encouraging in helping me with the future. I wish students at LC had more of a sense of school pride, that is definitely something that is missing. Our endowment is awful, which is a reflection on that graduates do not feel connected to the school. I think that is the biggest challenge facing LC, how to get students during their four years to feel a part of a community and proud of the fact that they attend LC?? I think a lot of students do not feel that way.

I have really enjoyed my time here at Lewis & Clark. Due to the small size of our school professors are really able to take the time to get to know their students. The biggest problems I have seen at LC in recent years are a lack of community due to the devision experienced between on and off campus students and a lack of interest on the part of Student Life staff to listen to student concerns and make adjustments. Another on-going problem is the fact that the athletic department is very separate from the rest of the institution. This is due to the attitudes of both the people in the athletic department and others on campus. It is evidenced by the lack of attendance at sporting events and a lack of understanding of what it means to be a student athlete here.