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  • Welcome to ARCS Foundation Oregon

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ARCS (Achievement Rewards for College Scientists) Foundation

​​​​​​Oregon's ARCS Scholars Imagine Solutions to Big World Problems
ARCS Foundation's unrestricted funding helps our scholars at Oregon Health & Science University, Oregon State University, and the University of Oregon to pave the way for new discoveries that will lead to scientific progress, global STEM competitiveness, and advances in national security.

Our Impact
The Oregon Chapter was founded in 2004, and to date has supported 397 young scientists studying to complete PhD degrees in science, engineering, medical research with awards totalling more than $6 million. 

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Join us! Support next-generation scientists, meet them, and learn about their work.  Read more to Join ARCS Oregon.

 

 

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FEATURED SCHOLARS

Inaugural Scholar at OHSU-PSU School of Public Health
With a remarkable academic background, a wealth of leadership experience, and an unwavering dedication to improving public health systems, Piña is exceptionally well-equipped to embark on her educational journey as the first-ever ARCS Foundation Oregon Scholar at the OHSU-PSU School of Public Health. READ MORE.
Working to Make Artificial Intelligence More Reliable
Eric Walkingshaw, an ARCS alum from Oregon State University, is cautiously excited about AI (Artificial Intelligence) and very excited about his current role at Elemental Cognition. While he is excited about Large Language Models and AI, he is wary about the high degree of harm it can create if not used carefully. READ MORE. . .

FEATURED VIDEOS

CURRENT OREGON CHAPTER NEWS

2023 AFP Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser

Member Caron Ogg in the Spotlight as a Fundraiser

Posted on Friday, November 10, 2023

Caron Ogg will take the stage on November 13th to accept the honor of “AFP Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser of the Year.” The Association of Fundraising Professionals each November salutes the great contributions of philanthropy and those people active in the philanthropic community.

Members... Read more

New Member Spotlight: Meet OSU President Jayathi Murthy

Posted on Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Jayathi Y. Murthy, a national leader in higher education engineering teaching, research and service, began her service as Oregon State University’s 16th president on Sept. 9, 2022. She is the first female to lead the university, and the ARCS Chapter’s first university President as a member. 

 As OSU’s president, Murthy is... Read more