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  • Welcome to ARCS Foundation Oregon

    We support scholars who will change the world

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Welcome to ARCS Foundation Oregon
Achievement Rewards for College Scientists
 

Science is the Solution!

ARCS Foundation Oregon is a women-led organization committed to advancing science and technology by providing Scholar Awards to our State’s top research universities. In partnership with Oregon Health and Science University, Oregon State University, and University of Oregon, ARCS Foundation Oregon supports the recruitment of outstanding PhD students in STEM fields to our state.  

ARCS Scholar Awards give Oregon universities a critical competitive edge in recruiting top graduate students. These brilliant young scientists, selected by our university partners, are seeking solutions to some of the world’s most complex problems such as climate change, human health, housing, and so much more. ARCS Scholars are critical members of our research community where collaboration, innovation, and creativity thrive. They become leaders in the private and public sectors, using their expertise and networks to create new start-ups, foster economic growth and innovation, and drive positive change in our world.  

​​​​​​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
Our dedicated and hardworking membership is committed to fueling the success of the next generation of innovative leaders in science and technology. The Oregon Chapter was founded in 2004, and to date has supported 428 young scientists studying to complete PhD degrees in science, engineering, medical research with awards totalling more than $7.2 million. 

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

FEATURED SCHOLARS

Ron Samia Recognized for Best Oral Presentation at the 39th European Brewing Convention Congress. Click HERE to read article.
Sarah Caballero Protects Wine Crops from Smoke Compounds Click HERE to read article.

FEATURED VIDEOS

CURRENT OREGON CHAPTER NEWS

April President's Message

Posted on Wednesday, April 9, 2025

Dear Valued ARCS Members and Friends,

As spring brings renewal to our campuses, we are reminded of the extraordinary impact your commitment has made on the next generation of STEM innovators. Last year, your generosity helped us award 93 research scholarships to promising graduate students whose work spans from measuring... Read more

Remembering ARCS Stalwart Sharon Hewitt

Posted on Wednesday, February 26, 2025

“Without the dedication of Sharon in the early years, our Chapter would simply not exist.”  

That’s how Ellen Richardson, the second president of ARCS Oregon, describes the legacy of Sharon Hewitt, the first president of ARCS Oregon from 2004 to 2006. Hewitt passed away recently, and chapter members are... Read more

Sarah Caballero Wins OSU 3MT Competition

Posted on Friday, February 14, 2025

Sarah Caballero, food science and technology, won the Oregon State 3MT® Competition and will go on to compete regionally in Denver at the Western Association of Graduate Schools in March. Second place was nabbed by Jessica Osanya, applied economics, and People's Choice Award winner was Esteban Hernandez, chemistry.

... Read more