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Life and Student Services
Activities
Associated
Student of Fort Lewis College (ASFLC)
Athletics
Bookstore
Career Services
Child Development
Center
Clubs and Organizations
College Union Building
Conduct Code
Counseling Center
Environmental Center
Food Services
Health Center
Housing
Identification Cards
Information Desk
Newspaper, Independent
Post Office
Radio, KDUR-FM
Recreational Services
Safety on Campus
SPOT (Student
Programming and Other Things)
Wellness Program
Fort Lewis College
provides the best possible social and physical environment to foster the
academic, cultural, and personal development of each student. The Office
of the Vice President for Student Affairs is responsible for the coordination
of various student services programs.
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ACTIVITIES
970-247-7394
The Union and Activities Office provides assistance to the ASFLC, Environmental
Center, KDUR, SPOT, Student Wellness Program, and all other student clubs
and organizations regarding the development of co-curricular programs.
By helping students coordinate lectures, concerts, films, special events,
fundraisers, theme weeks, and much more, the Union and Activities Office
maintains close contact with students to assist them as they actively
create the character of Fort Lewis College. The office is also involved
with several campus-wide events, such as New Student Orientation, Homecoming
and Family Weekends, and Commencement ceremonies.
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ASSOCIATED
STUDENTS OF FORT LEWIS COLLEGE (ASFLC)
970-247-7455
The Associated Students of Fort Lewis College (ASFLC) was established
as the Fort Lewis College Student Government to assure Fort Lewis College
students a representative governance system. The ASFLC President, Vice
President, Financial Director and Senate assist with administrative, academic,
budgetary, legislative, cultural, co-curricular and social issues. The
ASFLC Senate also advocates the autonomy of student organizations, promotes
education through constructive dialogue, and allocates student fees in
the most responsible and effective manner possible.
The student body elects
the ASFLC president, vice president, and 15 senators. The Senate is divided
into the following committees: Budget, Constitution, Elections, Legislative
Affairs, Line Item Audit, and Student Services. Numerous student-at-large
appointments are made by the ASFLC to various campus committees. All Senate
meetings are open to Fort Lewis College students, and students are encouraged
to attend or stop by the ASFLC offices in the CUB.
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ATHLETICS
970-247-7571
Fort Lewis College has a comprehensive intercollegiate athletic program.
The College fields women’s teams in basketball, cross-country, soccer,
softball, and volleyball. Men’s teams include basketball, cross-country,
football, golf, and soccer. The Skyhawks compete against four-year colleges
and universities from Colorado and the western region. Fort Lewis is a
member of the National Collegiate Athletics Association (Division II)
and the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference.
Facilities include
tennis courses, softball fields, gymnasium, football stadium, track, weight
room, and swimming pool. Located adjacent to campus are a municipal golf
course, indoor hockey rink, and a ski hill.
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BOOKSTORE
970-247-7415
Besides stocking required course textbooks, the bookstore offers a wide
selection of leisure reading books, school supplies, art materials, clothing,
gift items, and snack foods. Computer hardware and software are also for
sale or can be ordered.
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CAREER
SERVICES
970-247-7562
The Career Services Office offers services and programs to students, beginning
the first year of college, that assist them in decision making, learning
how to conduct a professional job search and obtaining work whether part-time
while attending college or full-time professional work upon graduation.
Some of these services and programs include: educational workshops on
resume development, interview techniques, career days, vocational assessment
and on-campus recruiting.
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CHILD
DEVELOPMENT CENTER
970-247-7679
The Fort Lewis College Child Development Center serves Fort Lewis College
students, staff, faculty and Durango community families with affordable
early childhood care and education, Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Children (2 1/2 - 5 years) have nutritious snacks/meals, developmentally
appropriate learning, field trips and special activities. Funding is available
for Fort Lewis College students and low-income families.
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CLUBS
& ORGANIZATIONS
American
Indian Business Leaders (AIBL)
American
Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES)
Anthropology Club
Association
for Computing Machinery (ACM)
Biology Club/Tri
Beta Honor Society
Breakdance
Business Club
Campus Ecology Program
Chemistry Club
Circle K International
Cycling Club
Dance Team
Feminist Voice
Fourth Wall
French Club
Geology Club
Habitat for Humanity
Hang Dog
Images
International
Friendship Club
Juggling Club
Lacrosse Team
Master Plan Ministries
Mathematics
and Computer Science/Kappa Mu Epsilon Honor Society
Newman Club
Percussion Club
Prism
Psi-Co-Chi (Psychology
Honor Society)
Scarlet Letters
Sigma Tau Delta National English Honor Society
Ski Team
Sociology Club
Spanish Club
Student
Athletic Training Association (SATA)
Student Leadership
Program
Tae Kwon-Do
Ultimate Frisbee Club
Wanbli Ota
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American
Indian Business Leaders (AIBL) This club emphasizes such skills
as grant writing, fund raising and public relations among the community.
Speakers from throughout the United States lecture on related subjects
such as banking, casinos, and corporations.
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American
Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) encourages Native
Americans to pursue science, math, engineering and business fields. AISES
also provides information on scholarships, internships and job opportunities,
as well as a network of contacts and role models.
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Anthropology
Club explores the many diverse fields of anthropology. Activities
include guest speakers and field trips.
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Association
for Computing Machinery (ACM) broadens student knowledge and
appreciation of computer science, acts as a medium of communication between
students, faculty, and the community. Activities include lectures, field
trips, and computer programming contests.
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Biology
Club/Tri Beta Honor Society is for students interested in biology
and promoting the biological sciences. Members of the club raise funds
for trips and activities of interest to biology students and participate
in community service projects throughout the year.
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Breakdance
- Students learn the art and fundamentals of breakdancing.
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Business
Club focuses on networking and community service events. The
club hosts the annual Mud Football Tournament - one of the great organized
campus traditions at Fort Lewis College. In addition, students network
in Las Vegas and participate in Family Fun Day.
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Campus
Ecology Program aims to promote ecological sustainability and
environmental awareness on our campus and in the surrounding community.
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Chemistry
Club arranges tutor sessions for all chemistry classes. The students
raise funds to send interested members to the American Chemical Society
National Meeting each spring.
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Circle
K International members dedicate their time helping out the College,
community and nation through service projects. This club is part of an
international organization with the Kiwanians being our main supporters.
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Cycling
Club is an outreach program designed to show students and the
Durango cycling community how to truly love cycling. The club is highly
acclaimed nationally.
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Dance
Team is dedicated to providing the opportunity to practice and
perform for sporting events. Performances take place during half time
of football and basketball home games.
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Feminist
Voice aims to mobilize support of women’s issues through
activism, education, and community outreach. Emphasis is on camaraderie
and fun.
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Fourth
Wall - Members are involved in all aspects of theater production:
directing, acting, set design and construction, costumes, properties,
lighting, public relations and sound.
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French
Club is composed of students, faculty and community members who
practice language skills in a social setting.
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Geology
Club’s purpose is to motivate student involvement in the
department, to host professional geologist lectures, and to experience
geology field trips. The club cleans a 2-mile stretch of Hwy 550 each
year.
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Habitat
for Humanity encourages awareness of the need to eliminate poverty
housing at community, national and global levels. The club empowers students,
faculty, and staff to take reciprocal action by working with the local
Habitat affiliate. Activities include fundraisers and trips to broaden
the perspective of the Habitat mission nationally and internationally.
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Hang
Dog is committed to taking people into the out-of-doors to experience
all aspects of climbing.
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Images
is a literary arts magazine published by and for the students of Fort
Lewis College. Images is a forum for creative expression through art and
literature.
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International
Friendship Club provides social and academic activities for the
students of Fort Lewis College for better cross-cultural and international
relationships, to serve as a transitional guide for new students, to retain
our cultural heritage, and make our cultures known to others.
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Juggling Club’s purpose
is to experiment with and demonstrate different types of juggling.
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Lacrosse
Team is a competitive collegiate club, playing on the national
level. The purpose is to promote the sport of lacrosse, while allowing
students access to America’s oldest sport for recreation, team building,
and life skills.
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Master
Plan Ministries is a non-denominational, informal student group
that focuses on the person of Jesus Christ and the Bible. Activities include
weekly large group meetings, bible studies, retreats, and outdoor events.
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Mathematics and
Computer Science is committed to expand students’ interest
in mathematics through educational opportunities and activities such as
peer tutoring, presentations, speakers, field trips, fundraisers, and
social gatherings.
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Newman
Club is organized to support and enhance the faith life of students.
Activities include scripture reflection, faith sharing, discussions, worship
experiences, retreats, and social gatherings.
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Percussion
Club’s purpose is to further students’ music abilities
by bringing in clinicians, conducting master classes and touring.
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Prism’s
purpose is to educate the Fort Lewis College community about gay, lesbian,
bisexual and transsexual issues; to support group members, and to celebrate
life.
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Psi-Co-Chi
(Psychology)’s purpose is to incorporate psychology and
service into the Fort Lewis College community.
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Scarlet
Letters’ goals are to host creative-writing readings, participate
in the production and process of Images Magazine, create and host community
creative-writing and to host authors who share their works and experience
with writing.
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Sigma
Tau Delta National English Honor Society recognizes students
for high academic achievement in English literature and language among
undergraduate, graduate, and professional arenas.
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Ski
Team spotlights high level athletes and continues to develop
competitive teams at the USCSA level.
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Sociology
Club’s goals are to sponsor community events and create
communication between the local community and Fort Lewis College.
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Spanish
Club embraces the Spanish language and aims to create awareness
of the Latin culture and promote a multicultural college community. Activities
include speakers and workshops.
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Student
Athletic Training Association (SATA) provides first-aid, CPR,
rehabilitation, and immediate care/emergency care for varsity athletes,
club sports, intramurals, students and faculty on campus. The club raises
funds to attend the district, state, and national athletic training conferences.
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Student
Leadership Program is composed of students who encourage, promote,
explore, and educate current and future student leaders. Club goals are
to develop life-long leadership skills.
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Tae
Kwon-Do - Students learn self-defense in a relaxed environment.
Emphasis is on sparring and testing for belt advancement. All levels welcome.
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Ultimate
Frisbee Club organizes pick-up games, practices, and tournaments.
The club goal is to increase skill level, as well as enjoyment of the
game.
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Wanbli
Ota - Promotes cultural diversity on campus as well as in our
surrounding communities. The club hosts the largest campus cultural event,
Hozhoni Days, which includes a basketball tournament, speaker series,
pageant, 5k run/walk, and a Pow-Wow.
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COLLEGE
UNION BUILDING
970-247-7394
The College Union Building (CUB), located on the southeast corner of the
campus, is the central meeting area for students, offering lounges, meeting
rooms, food services, and student services offices. The CUB is the central
location for co-curricular learning, socializing, and relaxing. ASFLC
(student government), Bookstore, Dining Services, Environmental Center,
Facilities Scheduling, Information Desk, Independent newspaper, KDUR-FM
radio, Post Office, SPOT, Student Wellness Program, and Union and Activities,
all have offices in the CUB.
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CONDUCT
CODE
Fort Lewis College is charged with providing a quality liberal arts education
for its students, as well as providing leadership opportunities and career
preparation. The College is thus responsible for creating and maintaining
an environment that is conducive to the pursuit of learning and the development
of students as scholars and citizens. College regulations and policies
are necessary to safeguard the mission of the College, ensure the integrity
of the educational system, and thus protect the freedom of students to
learn without undue interference or disruption by others.
It is the student’s
responsibility to be familiar with and abide by the Student Conduct Code.
Violations of the Student Conduct Code may result in disciplinary action.
The complete text of the Student Conduct Code can be found on the Fort
Lewis College Web Site or a hard copy can be obtained from the Student
Affairs Office, 170 Berndt Hall.
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COUNSELING
CENTER
970-247-7212
Counseling services at Fort Lewis College are based on the philosophy
that personal/emotional development is an integral part of a student’s
intellectual development. The staff at the Counseling Center are licensed
therapists with extensive experience in providing therapy to college students.
Personal counseling
is confidential and is offered through individual and group counseling.
Services are free to students on a short-term basis. Substance abuse evaluation
and educational services are available on a fee basis.
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ENVIRONMENTAL
CENTER
970-247-7676
The Environmental Center (EC) at Fort Lewis College is a resource for
social and ecological awareness, dialogue, and activism in the college
community and surrounding region. Student staff, volunteers, and interns
operate the Center under the direction of a full-time Coordinator. A student
majority Board of Directors, including faculty, staff, and a community
representative, governs the Center. EC projects include sponsoring events
such as Earth Week; publishing the newsletter, “Green Freedom”;
maintaining a resource library; coordinating campus recycling education;
and supporting student projects on a variety of environmental issues.
The EC networks with other environmental organizations, faculty, and community
groups to provide research opportunities as well as hands-on learning
experiences on and off campus.
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FOOD
SERVICES
970-247-7351
Campus Dining Services is committed to providing students with the healthy
and delicious dining alternatives they expect along with the flexible
dining to meet hectic campus schedules.
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HEALTH
CENTER
970-247-7355
The Health Center is an outpatient medical clinic that provides professional
health care, health promotion, and education to Fort Lewis College students.
State of Colorado law and Fort Lewis College require that all students
born after January 1, 1957, provide proof of TWO Measles, Mumps, and Rubella
(MMR) immunizations after their first birthday. Students can receive the
MMR at the Health Center for a small fee.
Student Health Insurance
is available through an independent carrier at group rates. Insurance
may be purchased at the beginning of each trimester. Students are encouraged
to carry some medical/accident insurance, either through the Fort Lewis
College insurance program or a private program. The Health Center staff
will assist with insurance claims.
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HOUSING
970-247-7503
Summer Housing
Off Campus Housing
An important goal of the student housing system is to provide an environment
that supports student academic success. The College requires first-time
freshmen to live in campus residence halls as space is available for two
academic trimesters. Freshmen who are married/divorced, 21 years of age
or older, veterans, or who will live with parents or relatives in the
Four Corners area may petition the Student Housing Office in writing for
exemption to the residency requirement.
When students receive
their acceptance by the College, they should then apply for campus housing.
A deposit is required with the appropriate application. The Housing Agreement
covers both the fall and winter trimesters of an academic year (8 months).
Housing assignments are made on a first-come, first-served basis.
Summer
housing is available and first-time freshmen are not required
to live on-campus for any of the summer sessions.
Off-Campus
Housing
970-247-7511
Information about off-campus housing is available through the Fort Lewis
College Information Desk in the CUB Lobby.
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IDENTIFICATION
CARDS
970-247-7504
A Fort Lewis College Identification Card (SkyCard) is required of all
students, and is necessary for access to many campus facilities and campus
events. This card must be carried at all times and presented when requested
by College officials. It is the responsibility of the student to replace
a lost card immediately. SkyCards can be obtained at the SkyCard Service
Center located in Room 58 of the College Union Building across from the
Post Office.
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INFORMATION
DESK
970-247-7511
The Fort Lewis College Information Desk is the headquarters for the campus
lost and found, general information, campus maps, parking permit sales,
SPOT ticket sales, “LIFT” bus stickers, course schedule sales,
printing of academic schedules, registered student organization forms,
and more.
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NEWSPAPER
- Independent
970-247-7405
The Independent is the student-managed newspaper published every Friday
during the fall and winter trimesters. Students can earn credit and valuable
job experience by working on the Independent staff as writers, photographers,
editors, artists, advertising salespersons, and production workers. The
Independent covers campus, local, and national news, sports, entertainment,
and other special events that affect students and the campus community.
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POST
OFFICE
970-247-7542
Fort Lewis College operates a full-service U.S. Post Office in the College
Union Building. Students living on campus receive their mail and UPS parcels
at the Post Office via assigned mailboxes. FAX service is available to
students for a minimal fee. Students living off-campus may rent a mailbox
for a small annual fee.
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RADIO
- KDUR-FM
970-247-7634
KDUR is the Fort Lewis College community radio station operated by a professional
staff, Board of Directors, and a host of student and Durango community
volunteers. Students can earn academic credit for director positions held
at the station in news, training, computer, promotions, production, music
and operations—or simply volunteer their time as a disk jockey.
The station reflects the diversity of the campus and Durango community
through the alternative and progressive programs, news, and music it broadcasts.
KDUR is an affiliate of Public Radio International and Pacifica Radio.
Tune in to 91.9 FM in Durango or 93.9 in surrounding areas for a truly
eclectic listening experience.
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RECREATIONAL
SERVICES
970-247-7014
Student Life Center
Club Sports
Fitness
Intramurals
Outdoor Pursuits
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Student
Life Center
The Student Life Center (SLC) is a 48,000-square-foot recreation facility.
The facility has a three-court gymnasium, aerobics/dance studio, free
weight/cardio area, racquetball court, and a state-of-the-art climbing
wall. Program areas include Club Sports, Fitness, Intramurals, and Outdoor
Pursuits.
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Club
Sports
The club sports that are currently active are baseball, triathlon, soccer,
skiing, cycling, lacrosse, track & field, rugby, ultimate Frisbee,
and dance. These clubs compete both locally and nationally against other
club teams from other colleges and universities.
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Fitness
The fitness program provides incentives and education to individuals interested
in achieving a desirable level of physical fitness. The Student Life Center
invites students and members to participate in a fitness incentive program,
group exercise classes, and weight room orientations. Yoga classes, Personal
Trainer Sessions, and First Aid/CPR certifications are offered for a nominal
fee.
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Intramurals
The Intramural program offers a wide variety of individual, dual, and
team sports. Team sports include flag football, indoor and outdoor soccer,
softball, basketball, and volleyball. In addition to leagues, Intramurals
offers a variety of special events tournaments, such as bombardment, three-on-three,
badminton, arena flag football, doubles volleyball, two-on-two basketball,
and one-pitch snow softball, fast-pitch softball. A mountain bike series
is also held every fall.
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Outdoor
Pursuits
The primary goal of the Outdoor Pursuits program is to facilitate students’
exploration of the open-air wonders of the Four Corners region. Outdoor
recreation and skill-building activities for students are provided through
guided trips such as rock climbing, rafting, kayaking, backcountry skiing/riding,
avalanche safety training, backpacking, mountaineering, peak climbing,
and mountain biking. Additional Outdoor Pursuits resources include maps,
expert advice, equipment rental, bicycle repair and ski/board tuning benches.
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SAFETY
ON CAMPUS
Police Department
Parking and Motor Vehicles
Police
Department
970-247-7491
The Fort Lewis College Police Department, in partnership with the campus
community, is responsible for public safety, campus parking enforcement,
law enforcement, and emergency response. The Fort Lewis College Police
Chief/Director and police officers are fully trained Commissioned Peace
Officers through the State of Colorado, the City of Durango, and the La
Plata County Sheriff’s Department. Fort Lewis College police officers
enforce all federal, state, local laws/ordinances, and official College
policies, and have full arrest authority. The Police Department operates
twenty-four hours per day, seven days per week.
Parking
and Motor Vehicles
All students, faculty, staff, and others who park a vehicle on campus
MUST PURCHASE A PARKING PERMIT. Students may purchase permits at the Cashier’s
Office in Berndt Hall or at the Information Desk in the College Union
Building.
The College expects
strict compliance with the state, city, county and campus traffic rules
and regulations from all students, faculty, staff and visitors. The registered
vehicle owner is responsible for parking fines even if he/she is not driving
the vehicle. Visitor spaces are for visitors’ vehicles only.
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SPOT
(Student Programming and Other Things)
970-247-7474
SPOT’s mission is to positively contribute to the cultural diversity
on campus, and to bring quality programs to the Fort Lewis College community.
SPOT embraces the controversial, educational, experiential and thought-provoking
in college programming. Members solicit input from the Fort Lewis College
community and provide activities to enrich life on and off campus.
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WELLNESS PROGRAM
970-247-7153
The Student Wellness Program is the health education, health promotion,
and prevention center for campus. The Program schedules presentations
and events in residence halls, the College Union Building and various
classrooms in order to promote a campus environment where health-enhancing
behaviors are the norm. Students who are interested in volunteering in
the community, being a member of US (Uniting Students with wellness in
mind), or organizing campus programs, are invited to stop by the office,
located in the lower level of the College Union Building, Room 019.
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