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Lewis & Clark Selects Wim Wiewel as Its Next President

Lewis & Clark has selected Wim Wiewel (pronounced Vim VEE-vel) to lead the institution forward as its next president.

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Law School Celebrates 2017 Commencement

On Saturday, May 27, 2017, Oregon Gov. Kate Brown JD ’85 keynoted the law commencement ceremony, at which over 200 graduates received juris doctor degrees.

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Winners selected in international law writing competition

The International Law Committee is proud to announce the winners of the 2017 Davis Wright Tremaine International Law Writing Awards.

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Ali brothers show their legal mettle in the Marines

Mika’il and Salahuddin Ali graduated in 2011 and have since become JAG attorneys

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Lezak Fellows receive summer stipends for public interest work

Recipients are selected based on their commitment to social justice and public service.

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Food and Environmental Law Forum Draws Crowd

The annual symposium focused on food labeling, production, health policies, ethics, and more.

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A Sense of Place

<a href="/live/image/gid/10/width/650/height/500/35847_windsurf_crg_61608127.jpg" class="lw_preview_image"><img src="/live/image/gid/10/width/268/height/268/crop/1/35847_windsurf_crg_61608127.jpg" alt="The Columbia River Gorge, 30 miles from campus, offers a variety of opportunities for outdoor recreation including hiking, cycling, and water sports." class="lw_image lw_image35847"/></a> The Columbia River Gorge, 30 miles from campus, offers a variety of opportunities for outdoor recreation including hiking, cycling, and water sports.
<a href="/live/image/gid/10/width/650/height/500/35976_coast772708.jpg" class="lw_preview_image"><img src="/live/image/gid/10/width/268/height/268/crop/1/35976_coast772708.jpg" alt="The Oregon coast makes for an easy day trip, only 62 miles west of campus." class="lw_image lw_image35976"/></a> The Oregon coast makes for an easy day trip, only 62 miles west of campus.
<a href="/live/image/gid/10/width/650/height/500/35860_l-cam-f-0911-0001.jpg" class="lw_preview_image"><img src="/live/image/gid/10/width/268/height/268/crop/1/35860_l-cam-f-0911-0001.jpg" alt="The Student Lounge in the Legal Resource Center is a place to eat, socialize, and attend events." class="lw_image lw_image35860"/></a> The Student Lounge in the Legal Resource Center is a place to eat, socialize, and attend events. Copyright, Steve Hambuchen
<a href="/live/image/gid/10/width/650/height/500/35845_st_johns_056cmyk.jpg" class="lw_preview_image"><img src="/live/image/gid/10/width/268/height/268/crop/1/35845_st_johns_056cmyk.jpg" alt="Portland was once again named America’s Best Bike City in 2012 by Bicycling Magazine." class="lw_image lw_image35845"/></a> Portland was once again named America’s Best Bike City in 2012 by Bicycling Magazine.
<a href="/live/image/gid/10/width/650/height/500/30144_forest_park_path.jpg" class="lw_preview_image"><img src="/live/image/gid/10/width/268/height/268/crop/1/30144_forest_park_path.jpg" alt="Tryon Creek State Park, located adjacent to our campus, is a beautiful setting for a walk or run." class="lw_image lw_image30144"/></a> Tryon Creek State Park, located adjacent to our campus, is a beautiful setting for a walk or run. Robert M Reynolds
<a href="/live/image/gid/10/width/650/height/500/35859_l-peo-c1-0410-14.jpg" class="lw_preview_image"><img src="/live/image/gid/10/width/268/height/268/crop/1/35859_l-peo-c1-0410-14.jpg" alt="Tryon Creek State Park provides a tranquil backdrop for those studying in Wood Hall." class="lw_image lw_image35859"/></a> Tryon Creek State Park provides a tranquil backdrop for those studying in Wood Hall. Copyright Robert M Reynolds
<a href="/live/image/gid/10/width/650/height/500/35843_multnomahfalls12408004.jpg" class="lw_preview_image"><img src="/live/image/gid/10/width/268/height/268/crop/1/35843_multnomahfalls12408004.jpg" alt="Only 30 miles from campus, the scenic Multnomah Falls stands 620 feet tall and is a popular destination for Portland locals and visitors alike." class="lw_image lw_image35843"/></a> Only 30 miles from campus, the scenic Multnomah Falls stands 620 feet tall and is a popular destination for Portland locals and visitors alike.
<a href="/live/image/gid/10/width/650/height/500/35846_pdx_tram_61608023.jpg" class="lw_preview_image"><img src="/live/image/gid/10/width/268/height/268/crop/1/35846_pdx_tram_61608023.jpg" alt="The Portland Aerial Tram provides a spectacular view of the city." class="lw_image lw_image35846"/></a> The Portland Aerial Tram provides a spectacular view of the city.
<a href="/live/image/gid/10/width/650/height/500/17278_frisbee.jpg" class="lw_preview_image"><img src="/live/image/gid/10/width/268/height/268/crop/1/17278_frisbee.jpg" alt="The amphitheatre outside the Legal Resource center provides a central area to relax, study and play." class="lw_image lw_image17278"/></a> The amphitheatre outside the Legal Resource center provides a central area to relax, study and play. Robert M. Reynolds
<a href="/live/image/gid/10/width/650/height/500/35974_valleyfog_cc_.jpg" class="lw_preview_image"><img src="/live/image/gid/10/width/268/height/268/crop/1/35974_valleyfog_cc_.jpg" alt="Portland is situated at the northern end of the scenic Willamette Valley, which boasts hundreds of world-class wineries." class="lw_image lw_image35974"/></a> Portland is situated at the northern end of the scenic Willamette Valley, which boasts hundreds of world-class wineries.
<a href="/live/image/gid/10/width/650/height/500/30146_l-cam-b-0709-12.jpg" class="lw_preview_image"><img src="/live/image/gid/10/width/268/height/268/crop/1/30146_l-cam-b-0709-12.jpg" alt="The walkway facing Wood Hall near Boley Law Library" class="lw_image lw_image30146"/></a> The walkway facing Wood Hall near Boley Law Library Robert M Reynolds
<a href="/live/image/gid/10/width/650/height/500/35848_l-peo-c2-0911-0011.jpg" class="lw_preview_image"><img src="/live/image/gid/10/width/268/height/268/crop/1/35848_l-peo-c2-0911-0011.jpg" alt="Students meet between the McCarty Classroom Complex and Gatenbein buildings." class="lw_image lw_image35848"/></a> Students meet between the McCarty Classroom Complex and Gatenbein buildings. Copyright, Steve Hambuchen
<a href="/live/image/gid/10/width/650/height/500/35922_swaterfront_111505_012_.jpg" class="lw_preview_image"><img src="/live/image/gid/10/width/268/height/268/crop/1/35922_swaterfront_111505_012_.jpg" alt="Tom McCall Waterfront Park runs the length of downtown Portland along the Willamette River." class="lw_image lw_image35922"/></a> Tom McCall Waterfront Park runs the length of downtown Portland along the Willamette River.
<a href="/live/image/gid/10/width/650/height/500/35865_snow_mountain_photo.jpg" class="lw_preview_image"><img src="/live/image/gid/10/width/268/height/268/crop/1/35865_snow_mountain_photo.jpg" alt="Mount Hood, located 45 miles from campus and in view of downtown Portland, is a popular destination for skiing and snowboarding in the winter, or hiking and camping in the summer." class="lw_image lw_image35865"/></a> Mount Hood, located 45 miles from campus and in view of downtown Portland, is a popular destination for skiing and snowboarding in the winter, or hiking and camping in the summer.