college search: oregon colleges

As we traveled down the west coast from visiting washington colleges, we entered into the next phase of our spring break, visiting Oregon colleges. As we reached Portland, we took a quick turn though the University of Portland. Not a school on her list, but there and worth a drive-thru.

portland – 4 apr 2016

We spent a couple of days in Portland, mostly so Camille could spend a full day at Reed College. While on paper it seemed a good fit, the visit left Camille feeling that it would not be the right school. I’m not sure why; perhaps there was a lack of diversity. I did not tour with her, so I have no photos.

lewis & clark – 6 apr 2016

The next day we visited Lewis & Clark in the morning. I loved the campus, but yet again, it did not feel like the home for Camille. She is looking for a certain campus vibe, and this place didn’t have it. Lovely campus, lovely people, but not right.

willamette – 6 apr 2016

We shuffled on down the road for a tour at Willamette University in my mom’s hometown of Salem, OR. We had a lovely lunch at a sandwich shop, then Rob and Camille took the tour. Chloe and I explored the town. Small town, small campus. But sitting along the river running through the middle of campus was one of those idyllic moments in life!

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