Join Explore Finance
Join Explore Finance
Admittance Process
Applications for Fall 2026 are Closed as of Tuesday, October 6th at 11:59pm. If you’re interested in applying after this date (10/6), please email Millar Clee (mclee@uoregon.edu)
Questions?
Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions about the program. You can submit inquiries directly to Millar Clee, Director of Education, at mclee@uoregon.edu, who leads the Explore Finance Program.
Explore Finance Program Schedule - Spring 2026
Class 1 (Tuesday, October 13th, Week 3) – 6:30–7:30 PM | Lillis 212 | Topics: Course Introduction, Careers in Finance, Networking Tips
Class 2 (Tuesday, October 20th, Week 4) – 6:30–7:30 PM | Lillis 212 | Topics: Introduction to Valuation, Discounted Cash Flow
Class 3 (Tuesday, October 27th, Week 5) – 6:30–7:30 PM | Lillis 212 | Topics: Discounted Cash Flow, DCF Model Example
Class 4 (Tuesday, November 3rd, Week 6) – 6:30–7:30 PM | Lillis 212 | Topics: Relative Valuation
Class 5 (Tuesday, November 10th, Week 7) – 6:30–7:30 PM | Lillis 212 | Topics: Relative Valuation (Continued), Presentation Instructions, Course Recap
[Optional] Stock Presentations (Tuesday, November 17th Week 8) – 6:30–7:30 PM | Lillis 212 | Explore Finance Member Presentation
General Information
"Explore Finance" is a program designed for first- and second-year students who are interested in learning more about careers in finance, investing in the stock market, and building practical skills beyond their academic major. The program introduces students to foundational valuation concepts used by analyst members of the UO Investment Group (UOIG). Ideal candidates are curious about finance and related career paths and want to explore how financial skills can support their long-term goals. First- and second-year students from all majors and backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The program consists of five one-hour classes held throughout the term, along with one optional short stock valuation presentation at the conclusion of the program.
Program benefits include:
- Learning about careers in finance, with guidance on career exploration, recruiting, and networking
- Professional development
- An introduction to fundamental equity valuation and portfolio management
- Understand what drives value in a company
- Invitation to attend select UOIG weekly meetings
- The opportunity to apply valuation skills through an optional stock valuation pitch
Students accepted into the program in Fall 2026 will be invited to attend select UOIG weekly meetings during the Fall term.
Participation in Explore Finance is separate from the UO Investment Group (UOIG) membership and does not guarantee or imply future membership in the UOIG.