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Fashion Thrift Market at Fort Lewis College Fashion Thrift Market at Fort Lewis College

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 | Scott Logan

Fashion Thrift Market at Fort Lewis College

Fashion at Fort Lewis, a Registered Student Organization, hosted a Fashion Thrift at 9 a.m. on Oct. 2, at the Student Union Plaza.  
The Indigenous Garden is Open! The Indigenous Garden is Open!

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 | Izzy Mora

The Indigenous Garden is Open!

Fort Lewis College hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for the long awaited Indigenous Garden opening to the south of the Art & Design Hall on...
Bears on Campus
 Bears on Campus

Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Story by Zara Tucker, Photo by Melvin Scott Jr.

Bears on Campus

Black bear encounters have increased in Durango as bears search for food after a warm winter and a late freeze, leading to much higher human and...

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The Ins and Outs of The Durango Restaurant Industry

By Faith Owen

The restaurant industry of Durango’s employees, managers and owners comment on what it is like to experience both the perks and conflicts of the business itself.

 

The restaurant industry of Durango’s employees, managers and owners comment on what it is like to experience both the perks and conflicts of the business itself.   Employees   Courtney Hancock was hired by a local sushi restaurant in July of 2016, she said.   “I was actually hired because I previously knew one of the managers who worked...

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Q&A: 2018-19 Ms. Hozhoni April Yazza

By Coya Pair

April Yazza was awarded Ms. Hozhoni for the 2018-2019 school year at Fort Lewis College. The Independent sat down with Yazza to discuss her crowning as Ms.Hozhoni.

 

April Yazza was awarded Ms. Hozhoni for the 2018-2019 school year at Fort Lewis College. The Independent sat down with Yazza to discuss her crowning as Ms.Hozhoni.   Editor’s Note: Some of the answers have been edited for brevity and clarity.   Q: How do you feel now that you’re Ms.Hozhoni?   A: No idea, it’s still sinking in. I feel very...

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Fort Lewis College Campus Police Blotter

By Becca Day

The Fort Lewis College Campus Police released the crime log and below is a summary of incidents that occured from April 2 to April 14.

 

The Fort Lewis College Campus Police released the crime log and below is a summary of incidents that occured from April 2 to April 14.   Monday, April 2 at 10:38 a.m. Police responded to an incident involving toys in the roadway on the 600 block of E. 8th Ave.   Tuesday, April 3 at 7:49 p.m. Police responded to an incident of trespass in Crofton Hall. Police made...

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ASFLC Report: BSU Travel Grant and Closing Ceremony

By Coya Pair

The Associated Students of Fort Lewis College met Wednesday, Apr. 18.  to discuss a travel grant for the Black Student Union, and to hold an end-of-the year ceremony for all of the ASFLC senators.   Action Item- Resolution 18-036 The BSU requested a travel grant for a trip to Bellingham, Washington. This trip is to educate other schools on the Real Foods program and to...

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Are FLC Students Stressed for Finals? Are FLC Students Stressed for Finals?

Are FLC Students Stressed for Finals?

By: Breana Talamante-Benavidez

The spring 2018 semester is coming to an end, but finals have to be taken before anyone can enjoy summer break. The Independent asked Fort Lewis College students how they are dealing with stress during finals.

 

The spring 2018 semester is coming to an end, but finals have to be taken before anyone can enjoy summer break. The Independent asked Fort Lewis College students how they are dealing with stress during finals.   Kelsey Scott: Post-graduate, graduated in 2015 with a Bachelor's degree in environmental biology, Currently pursuing a Geographic Information Systems...

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