Activities

Pamplin Discussion Series

In our efforts to promote an academic dialogue that continues outside of the classroom, the Pamplin Society sponsors monthly, informal discussion groups between students, professors, and members of the LC community. These discussions draw on the expertise and passion of professors and students right here on campus, and range broadly from Cuban politics to the normative implications of adultery. Vibrant intellectual engagement can happen beyond the margins of a term paper or the walls of a lecture hall, and indeed the intimate setting of these discussions contributes to the richness of campus academics.

Take a look at the most recent posts on Pamplin discussions.

Distinguished Visiting Scholar

The Pamplin Distinguished Visiting Scholar Program seeks to enhance academic discourse and curiosity by bringing renowned scholars to Lewis & Clark College. Guest scholars spend the day in the classroom, offering students an chance to interact with a leading scholar in their discipline. In the evening, scholars join the Pamplin fellows and professors for a meal before delivering a lecture to a campus-wide audience. Previous scholars include literary critic J. Hillis Miller.

Take a look at the most recent posts on visiting scholars.

Teacher of the Year

Teacher of the Year is an annual contest sponsored by the Pamplin Society of Fellows. Each spring students from the undergraduate campus are invited to nominate outstanding professors. From these initial letters, finalists are selected and a second round of letters are solicited.  In mid-April a ceremony is held to honor all of the finalists and announce the winner.

Recipients of this award include:

  • 1993-1994 Richard Adams, Sociology
  • 1994-1995 Cyrus Partovi, International Affairs
  • 1995-1996 Rebecca Becker, History
  • 1996-1997 Janet E. Davidson, Psychology
  • 1997-1998 Eleonora M. Beck, Music
  • 1998-1999 Cyrus Partovi, International Affairs
  • 1999-2000 John Krussel, Mathematics
  • 2000-2001 Kurt Fosso, English
  • 2001-2002 William Rottschaefer, Philosophy
  • 2002-2003 Janis Lochner, Biochemistry
  • 2003-2004 Michael Broide, Physics
  • 2004-2005 Andrew Cortell, International Affairs
  • 2005-2006 Thomas Olsen, Physics
  • 2006-2007 Rob Kugler Religious Studies
  • 2007-2008 Ben David Art
  • 2008-2009 Reiko Hillyer History

Take a look at the most recent posts on the teacher of the year award.