Who We Are

Welcome to ARCS Foundation Oregon!  

Founded in 2004 by a group of women philanthropists dedicated to advancing science and technology, ARCS Foundation Oregon is one of 15 Chapters nationwide supporting academically outstanding U.S. citizens pursuing PhDs in STEM fields. We provide Scholar Awards for students at Oregon Health & Science University, Oregon State University, and the University of Oregon. Our Chapter is led by accomplished women who believe that Science is the Solution.

Since our founding, we have awarded $7.7 million to 459 PhD candidates in STEM fields. Through their research and collaboration, ARCS Scholars are tackling today’s most complex scientific challenges. By investing in these exceptional young scientists, we envision a future with abundant and affordable renewable energy, cures for diseases such as cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, and HIV/AIDS, universal access to clean water, and resilience in the face of cataclysmic natural disasters. We take pride in our scholars and the lasting impact they will have on our collective future.

Commitment to Inclusive Excellence

ARCS Foundation Oregon embraces inclusive excellence as essential to scientific progress and innovation. We believe science is the solution to many of the world’s most pressing problems, and diverse perspectives are critical to finding those solutions. We are committed to honoring and upholding inclusive excellence within our membership and partner universities.

Now more than ever, "Science is the Solution" and our impact must continue.
 

 

About ARCS National

ARCS Foundation was born in response to the 1957 launch of a Soviet satellite, which galvanized a group of women in Los Angeles to act to strengthen America’s scientific leadership. Incorporated on September 5, 1958, ARCS Foundation, Inc. was established to raise funds for scholarships and fellowships (now known as Scholar Awards) to support outstanding students in science and engineering.

Today, 15 Chapters nationwide advance this mission. ARCS believes that strong STEM education is vital to U.S. economic growth, technological competitiveness, and global leadership. To date, ARCS Chapters have awarded more than $148 million to over 12,000 students selected by their universities for their exceptional promise to drive innovation and discovery.