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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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2023 Oregon Chapter's Scholar Award Event

Unable to attend? You can make a gift online or by mailing a check to:

ARCS Foundation Oregon
PO Box 23
Lake Oswego, OR 97034

 

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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

Message from President Diana Gordon

Posted on Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Dear ARCS Community, 

Someone once said, “It takes a village,” and I have definitely felt the truth of that statement over the weeks since I assumed the presidency of ARCS Foundation Oregon on July 1. 

I have so many people to thank for enabling a smooth transition for me from... Read more

New Member Spotlight: Meet Jayathi Murthy

Posted on Monday, September 18, 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. 

 As OSU’s president, Murthy is committed to improving access to college for all learners; advancing student success, undergraduate graduation rates and inclusive excellence... Read more

John Karl Scholz Named 19th President University of Oregon

Posted on Monday, September 11, 2023

John Karl Scholz is the 19th president of the University of Oregon. He began his tenure on July 1, 2023, after the UO Board of Trustees unanimously selected him as president on March 13, 2023.

Prior to joining the UO, Scholz was the provost at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, a... Read more