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Indigenous People's Day 2025 Indigenous People's Day 2025

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 | Written by Mya Simon, Photographed by M'iitra Pino

Indigenous People's Day 2025

October rain does little to keep FLC from celebrating Indigenous culture 

Safety First, Because Accidents Last Safety First, Because Accidents Last

Tuesday, September 30, 2025 | Nels Christensen

Safety First, Because Accidents Last

Fort Lewis police report safety statistics in recent years. 

Hotels: the new Dorms? Hotels: the new Dorms?

Tuesday, September 30, 2025 | Jimena Lopez

Hotels: the new Dorms?

Back to school! While some Fort Lewis students were making sure they had their backpacks ready to go, others were making sure they had somewhere...
The Old Fort Farm; Our Gateway Into Student-Grown Produce The Old Fort Farm; Our Gateway Into Student-Grown Produce

The Old Fort Farm; Our Gateway Into Student-Grown Produce

Story by Keenan Malone, Photography by Brent Belone

As fall descends upon Durango we are drawn to ritualistically embrace the classic sensory aspects of the season, whether they be the variation of apple food from the apple days festival, the classic incorporation of pumpkin into our coffee drinks and baked goods, or the smell of roasting green chile in the crisp fall air that develops slowly into scented nostalgia.

As fall descends upon Durango we are drawn to ritualistically embrace the classic sensory aspects of the season, whether they be the variation of apple food from the apple days festival, the classic incorporation of pumpkin into our coffee drinks and baked goods, or the smell of roasting green chile in the crisp fall air that develops slowly into scented nostalgia.   While these...

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Temple Grandin Lecture: “Show Kids Interesting Stuff“ Temple Grandin Lecture: “Show Kids Interesting Stuff“

Temple Grandin Lecture: “Show Kids Interesting Stuff“

Story by Thomas Feiler and Lauren S Hammond, Photography by Allison Anderson and Nate Obici

Temple Grandin visited Fort Lewis College for a public lecture and book signing as part of the college's common reading experience. This year's book selection was Temple Grandin’s “Thinking in Pictures: My Life with Autism.” “Helping Different Kinds of Minds Solve Problems” was the title of the lecture that took place on Wednesday, Sept. 30, in the Whalen Gymnasium of FLC.

Temple Grandin visited Fort Lewis College for a public lecture and book signing as part of the college's common reading experience. This year's book selection was Temple Grandin’s “Thinking in Pictures: My Life with Autism.” “Helping Different Kinds of Minds Solve Problems” was the title of the lecture that took place on Wednesday, Sept. 30, in the Whalen...

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Student Interest Falls - Homecoming Week Modified

Story by Jamie Draper

As is academic tradition, this week Fort Lewis College celebrates homecoming. The bulk of the itinerary lists athletic events, but still includes social events meant to bolster school spirit: Go Skyhawks!

As is academic tradition, this week Fort Lewis College celebrates homecoming. The bulk of the itinerary lists athletic events, but still includes social events meant to bolster school spirit: Go Skyhawks!   Homecoming 2015   Friday night’s programing includes a bonfire, free pizza, fireworks, and an ‘80s-themed dance, Ashley Rennhack, assistant director of the...

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FLC Theatre Production Presents… FLC Theatre Production Presents…

FLC Theatre Production Presents…

Story by Kelkiyana Yazzie, Photography by Brent Belone

The Fort Lewis College’s theatre department is working hard to bring a variety of shows to campus this coming school year.

The Fort Lewis College’s theatre department is working hard to bring a variety of shows to campus this coming school year. “A Girl’s Guide to Coffee” and “Spring Awakening” are the two shows expected to happen this semester, Dennis Elkins, department chair and artistic director for FLC’s theatre department, said. “A Girl’s Guide to...

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