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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 Art of Moving Forward: FLC’s Art Department Finishes School Year Showcasing Senior Work The Art of Moving Forward: FLC’s Art Department Finishes School Year Showcasing Senior Work

The Art of Moving Forward: FLC’s Art Department Finishes School Year Showcasing Senior Work

Story by Lio Diaz, Photo by Andrea Araiza

Last Friday, the Graduating Senior Art Majors Exhibition titled "departing" opened to the public. Most of the students, who have their work in the show are graduating next month, and a few are graduating in December.

Last Friday, the Graduating Senior Art Majors Exhibition titled "departing" opened to the public. Most of the students, who have their work in the show are graduating next month, and a few are graduating in December.With the reception being held on opening night, FLC’s art gallery was packed with attendees including students, staff, faculty and community members.Kelsey Wright, a senior art...

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‘Avenue Q’ Takes Puppetry to a Whole New Level ‘Avenue Q’ Takes Puppetry to a Whole New Level

‘Avenue Q’ Takes Puppetry to a Whole New Level

Story by Livia Hooson, Photo by Jonathan Helvoigt

“Avenue Q” revolved around post-grad life in New York City, a life that may not always be comfortable or rational.

“Avenue Q” revolved around post-grad life in New York City, a life that may not always be comfortable or rational. The play alluded to jokes that only Durango locals would understand, said Cierra Taylor, a junior at Fort Lewis College and lead female role in the musical, said. “We want it to be relatable to the Fort Lewis student body. I want people going into it to...

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Engineers Without Borders: FLC Providing Global Assistance for Sustainable Resources Engineers Without Borders: FLC Providing Global Assistance for Sustainable Resources

Engineers Without Borders: FLC Providing Global Assistance for Sustainable Resources

Story by Lio Diaz, Photo by Josh Plutt

Since 2005, Fort Lewis College’s Engineers Without Borders Program has made continuous efforts in providing sustainable solutions for the problems faced by developing communities around the world.

Since 2005, Fort Lewis College’s Engineers Without Borders Program has made continuous efforts in providing sustainable solutions for the problems faced by developing communities around the world. Since the first construction project in Thailand during the summer of 2005, the program’s goal remains the same and follows their belief that all people should have access to...

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FLC Graduates Prepare for May FLC Graduates Prepare for May

FLC Graduates Prepare for May

Story by Shaina Nez, Photo illistration by Hana Mohsin

The Fort Lewis College class of spring 2014 prepares for their commencement ceremony on May 3rd in the Whalen gymnasium from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Before their memorable departure from FLC begins, seniors plan and prepare to attend events such as Countdown to Graduation and Career Networking.

The Fort Lewis College class of spring 2014 prepares for their commencement ceremony on May 3rd in the Whalen gymnasium from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Before their memorable departure from FLC begins, seniors plan and prepare to attend events such as Countdown to Graduation and Career Networking. Alysha Guthrie, a FLC senior, will be receiving her Bachelor of Art in Marketing as a...

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Re-election and Next Semester's Agenda Re-election and Next Semester's Agenda

Re-election and Next Semester's Agenda

Story by Lauren Hammond, Photo by Hana Mohsin

Even while the Fort Lewis College Student Government delves into the re-election process, next semester’s agenda is already on the minds of our young politicians.

One of the biggest issues that the ASFLC Student Government will be facing next semester is Fort Lewis College’s reaccreditation process.

Even while the Fort Lewis College Student Government delves into the re-election process, next semester’s agenda is already on the minds of our young politicians. One of the biggest issues that the ASFLC Student Government will be facing next semester is Fort Lewis College’s reaccreditation process. Student Body President Alex Thompson said, “2015 is...

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