FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – December 23 – January 5, 2008
Saturday, December 29 FLC Men’s Basketball vs. Colorado College – 7 p.m., Whalen Gymnasium         Ongoing Events   Monday, December 22 – Friday, January 5 Center of Southwest Studies Gallery...  (more)

Fort Lewis College Cycling Performs Well at Cyclocross Nationals
The Fort Lewis College Cycling Team continued to justify its spot at the top of the collegiate cycling ranks with an impressive finish at the 2008 USA Cycling Cyclocross Nationals in Kansas City, Kansas.   The competition, which ran from December...  (more)

Lt. Gov. Tells Graduates of the “Global Trail” Ahead of Them
Approximately 200 Fort Lewis College students culminated their undergraduate academic careers on Saturday, December 15 at Winter Commencement.   The students heard words of congratulations and encouragement from Fort Lewis College President...  (more)

Fort Lewis College Closes In On Funding for New Student Union and Residence Hall
The site of the new FLC student union building. Construction will begin next summer.In December 6, Fort Lewis College closed a $55,785,000 revenue bond issue that will provide $44,000,000 to construct and equip a new student union building...  (more)

FLC Cycling/Durango Riders Head to Cyclocross Nationals
In a season that started immediately after Collegiate Mountain Bike Nationals, which Fort Lewis College won, cyclocross has been what it’s all about for the Fort Lewis College Cycling Team.   There have been weekend training races, the...  (more)

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – December 16 – December 29, 2007
Saturday, December 29 FLC Men’s Basketball vs. Colorado College – 7 p.m., Whalen Gymnasium         Ongoing Events   Sunday, December 16 – Sunday, December 21 Old Spanish Trail Exhibit Preview – Center of Southwest...  (more)

“Starting Your Business Workshop” Gives Entrepreneurs What They Need to Know to Succeed
The Colorado Small Business Development Center at Fort Lewis College is holding a “Starting Your Business Workshop” on Wednesday, December 12. The workshop will take place in the Eolus Room at the Durango Recreation Center from 9 a.m. – noon. Registration...  (more)

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – December 9 – December 22, 2007
Sunday, December 9 State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara presents “Hollywood Nutcracker” – 2 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College   Wednesday, December 12 Starting Your Business Workshop – 9 a.m., Eolus Room at Durango Recreation...  (more)

Fort Lewis College and Riverview Elementary Team Up for Leukemia Fundraiser
What: Leukemia Fundraising Expo at Riverview Elementary School When: Friday, December 7 from 1:30 – 3 p.m. Where: Riverview Elementary School Gymnasium   DURANGO – Fifth graders from Riverview Elementary School will put on an expo on Friday,...  (more)

Higgins Announced as Acting Director of Athletics at Fort Lewis College
Fort Lewis College President Brad Bartel has announced that Kelly J. Higgins will take over the Fort Lewis College Athletic Department as acting director of athletics. Higgins will replace departing Director of Athletics Kent Stanley.   Higgins...  (more)

Fort Lewis College Student Drowns in Swimming Accident
Early Saturday morning, December 1, 2007, a group of seven Fort Lewis College students were swimming at Trimble Spa and Natural Hot Springs. One of the students, Maxwell Silver, a Fort Lewis College freshman, drowned in a swimming accident. He was 18...  (more)

Lecture Looks at Archeology of the Old Fort Lewis Campus
What: “Foundations of Our Community: What remains (and what doesn’t) of the Old Fort Lewis Campus, Hesperus, Colorado” When: December 6, 2007, at 6:30 p.m. Where: Center of Southwest Studies Lyceum   Students and staff from the Fort Lewis College...  (more)

Dancin’ With Pep Fundraiser to Benefit Peppy Seale Volleyball Scholarship
What: Dancin’ with Pep Fundraiser When: Friday, December 7 at 7:30 p.m. Where: College Union Building Ballroom at Fort Lewis College   DURANGO – The Dancin’ with Pep fundraiser will be Friday, December 7 at 7:30 p.m. in the College Union Building...  (more)

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – December 2 – December 15, 2007
Sunday, December 2 The Durango Choral Society presents “A Traditional Family Christmas” – 3 & 7 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College   Monday, December 3 El Centro Calendar/Recipe Book Sale Begins – El Centro de Muchos Colores   Proceeds...  (more)

Senior Art Majors Exhibition Begins December 3 at Fort Lewis College
DURANGO – Graduating art students mount a broad diversity of works in a variety of mediums and styles at the Fort Lewis College Art gallery. Fifteen students selected their best and favorite works for their final exhibition. Included in the show are...  (more)

El Centro Calendar/Cookbook Sale to Help Launch Scholarships at Fort Lewis College
What: El Centro de Muchos Colores 1st Annual Calendar/Cookbook Sale When: Begins December 3 Where: El Centro de Muchos Colores at Fort Lewis College   To help seed a scholarship program beginning next year, El Centro de Muchos Colores,...  (more)

Smith Lecture Takes a Look at the Southwest before Lewis & Clark
What: 4th Annual Duane Smith Lecture in Southwest Studies When: December 5, 2007 at 4 p.m. Where: Center of Southwest Studies Lyceum at Fort Lewis College   Dr. Elliot West will be the featured speaker at the 4th Annual Duane Smith Lecture...  (more)

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – November 25 – December 8, 2007
Monday, November 26 “Lazy Man’s Guide to a Lifetime of Health – get the best out of exercise and diet without huge sacrifice” – 12 p.m., Blue & Gold Room, College Union Building   Monday, November 26 – Friday, November 30 Portions of The...  (more)

Evolution and Creation Topic of Final Life-Long Learning Lecture of 2007
DURANGO – For the final Life-Long Learning Lecture of the year, Dr. John Condie presents “Evolution and Creation: A Biologist’s Eye View.” The lecture will take place on November 29 at 7 p.m. in 130 Noble Hall at Fort Lewis College.   “The national...  (more)

Native American College Day Helps Students Plan for College Life
DURANGO – Over 150 Native American high school students from around the Four Corners were invited to Fort Lewis College on Thursday, November 15 for the College’s Native American College Day. The high schools that sent students were: Ignacio,...  (more)

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – November 18 – December 1, 2007
Sunday, November 18 San Juan Symphony presents “American Voices” – 3 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College   Thursday, November 22 – Friday, November 23 Campus Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday   Monday, November 26 “Lazy...  (more)

Director of Athletics Kent Stanley Leaving Fort Lewis College
DURANGO – Kent Stanley has resigned from his position as Fort Lewis College’s director of athletics. Fort Lewis College President Brad Bartel has accepted Kent’s resignation. The resignation will become effective no later than July 1, 2008.   Kent...  (more)

Southwest Writers Institute at Fort Lewis College Canceled
The Southwest Writers Institute has been canceled for this year. The event was to be held at Fort Lewis College on November 16-17.   “The cancellation of our keynote speaker, Wilma Mankiller, has made this decision almost unavoidable,” said Assistant...  (more)

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – November 11 – November 24, 2007
Monday, November 12 Fort Lewis College Jazz Ensemble – 7 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College   Wednesday, November 14 Brass and Woodwind Ensembles – 7 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall at Fort Lewis College   Thursday, November...  (more)

Governor Highlights FLC Biology Building in State Budget Announcement
Gov. Ritter speaks at Fort Lewis College as FLC President Brad Bartel looks on.Governor Bill Ritter made a special trip to Fort Lewis College on Tuesday to announce his proposed 2008-09 budget. The reason for his stop on campus was to announce...  (more)

Governor to Announce State Budget at Fort Lewis College
DURANGO – Gov. Ritter will travel to Fort Lewis College on Tuesday, November 6, 2007, to announce his proposed state budget. The announcement will come as part of a news conference to be held outside on the north side of Fort Lewis College’s Berndt Hall...  (more)

Panel Discusses Renewable Energy Alternatives to Desert Rock Energy Project
What: Panel discussion on Desert Rock Energy Project alternatives When: Thursday, November 8, 7-9 p.m. Where: Noble Hall, Room 130 at Fort Lewis College Contact: FLC Environmental Center - 970-247-7676   DURANGO – Spirited opposition to the...  (more)

2nd Annual Squawker Cross Kicks Off on November 11 at Fort Lewis College
DURANGO – The 2nd annual Squawker Cross, presented by the Fort Lewis Cycling Team, will be the same great race as last year, but will have UCI C2 status which means the many of the top cyclocross riders in the nation will be attending in search...  (more)

Educational Talent Search in Search of More Students
DURANGO – Education is one of the most important determiners in a student’s career aspirations and success. Unfortunately for many first-generation and/or low-income—now referred to as “income eligible”—college age students, the prospect of attending...  (more)

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – November 4 – November 17, 2007
Sunday, November 4 “Friends of the Center” Members’ Reception – 2 p.m., Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College   Treasures of the Collection – 2 p.m., Delaney Library   Concert: Gaelic Storm – 7 p.m., Community Concert Hall...  (more)

Four Elected, Two Appointed to FLC Alumni Association Board of Directors
DURANGO – Fort Lewis College alumni elected four people to fill four-year seats on the FLC Alumni Association’s Board of Directors, while another two vacancies were filled by appointment at the board’s annual meeting in the President’s Conference Room...  (more)

Dia de Los Muertos Alter Opening Reception at Fort Lewis College
What: Dia de Los Muertos: A Living Tradition alter opening reception When: Thursday, November 1, 5-7 p.m. Where: Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College   The Delaney Library and El Centro de Muchos Colores presents a community...  (more)

Writers Helping Writers: Southwest Writers Institute back at Fort Lewis College
What: 3rd annual Southwest Writers Institute When: November 16-17 Where: Fort Lewis College   The 3rd annual Southwest Writers Institute (SWI) is back for another year at Fort Lewis College. The two-day event begins on November 16 at...  (more)

A Question of Power Examines the Effects of the Desert Rock Power Plant
Carlan Tapp brings his "A Question of Power" exhibit to Fort Lewis College. Exhibition:  A Question of Power Dates: November 5 – 29   Gallery reception: Thursday, November 8, 5 – 6:45 p.m. Photographer, Carlan Tapp will...  (more)

Schwab Leads Skyhawks on Academic All-RMAC Teams
DURANGO – Fort Lewis College volleyball player, Nicole Schwab (Loveland, CO/Loveland) has been named the 2007 Academic All-Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) Player of the Year. Schwab was also a unanimous Academic All-RMAC First...  (more)

The Historical Roller Coaster of American Music Topic of Next Life-Long Learning Lecture
DURANGO - On Thursday, October 25, Judith Reynolds presented her Life-Long Learning Lecture, “Searching for the Next ‘Decider’: Political Cartooning and the Run-up to the 2008 Presidential Election.” Judith, a former political cartoonist herself, examined...  (more)

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – October 28 – November 10, 2007
Thursday, November 1 Durango Leading Edge Entrepreneurial Training: Understanding & Using Your Financial Statements – 6 p.m., 119 Education Business Hall at Fort Lewis College   Cultural Heritage Speaker Series: “Inside Dazzling Mountains:...  (more)

Leading Edge Entrepreneur Training Session #8: Managing Your Money
DURANGO – The Colorado Small Business Development Center, in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration, presents the annual Durango Leading Edge Entrepreneurial Training program. This 12-session intensive program begins on September...  (more)

Peak Oil Expert Talks to Fort Lewis College about Looming World Crisis
What: Talk by Steve Andrews, “Peak Oil Exports Now, Peak Oil Soon; How Should We    Respond?” When: Monday, October 29th, 7-9 p.m. Where: Fort Lewis Chemistry Hall Room 130 Contact: FLC Environmental Center 247-7676   DURANGO – On...  (more)

Hoop n’ Holler at Fort Lewis College Today
On Tuesday, October 23, Fort Lewis College welcomes hoop dancer Julia Hartsell at 12 p.m. Julia will teach hoop dancing at the CUB Ballroom. Everyone is invited to attend. Hoops are available for loan or purchase at the event.   Julia has traveled...  (more)

Sign Up for Your Own Fort Lewis College License Plate
New Fort Lewis College license plates are being developed for FLC faculty, staff, students, alumni and oth­ers. Right now, the Office of Admission is collecting 500 signatures to proceed with the DMV license im­printing process.   A...  (more)

2007 Fort Lewis College Presidential Native American Lecture Series Cancelled
Due to unforeseen personal circumstances, Wilma Mankiller has cancelled her November 15 appearance at Fort Lewis College. Mankiller was scheduled as the keynote speaker for the annual Presidential Native American Lecture Series. No lecture will take...  (more)

Candlelight Vigil to be Held as Part of “Speak Truth to Power-Fest” at Fort Lewis College
DURANGO, CO – Internationally recognized human rights activists, Harry Wu and Marina Pisklakova-Parker, will headline the Fort Lewis College Theatre Department’s “Speak Truth to Power-Fest.” The program, which runs from October 18–27 as part of Fort...  (more)

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – October 21 – November 3, 2007
Sunday, October 21 Mud Football – 11 a.m., behind the Mears Apartments at Fort Lewis College   Old Spanish Trail Exhibition Opening Reception – 1 p.m., Center of Southwest Studies   Speak Truth to Power: Voices from Beyond the Dark Performance...  (more)

Mountains Beyond Mountains Author Interviewed on KDUR
DURANGO, CO – An interview with Tracy Kidder, the author of Mountains Beyond Mountains: The Quest of Dr. Paul Farmer, a Man Who Would Cure the World, will be broadcast in two parts on KDUR on Wednesday, October 17 & 24 at 5:30 p.m.   Mountains...  (more)

“Native Lawyers: Modern Day Warriors” Presentation at Fort Lewis College
Lawyer Dawn Sturdevant Baum, J.D., a member of the Mole Lake Chippewa of Wisconsin, will speak at Fort Lewis College as part of the FLC Native American Center’s 2007-08 Speaker Series. Baum’s lecture, “Native Lawyers: Modern Day Warriors,” will...  (more)

World Awareness Lecture Series Featuring Dr. Dick White
On Monday, October 15th from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. in Chemistry Hall 130, Dr. Dick White will be giving a free lecture on climate change and the need for action.   This lecture is a part of the Fort Lewis College Environmental Center’s World Awareness...  (more)

FLC Percussion Ensemble Presents Concert with Unusual American Gamelan Instruments
Fort Lewis College Percussion Ensemble and the American Gamelan collectionDurango, CO – Sliced oxygen tanks and garbage cans seem more at home in Fat Albert’s junkyard band rather than in a respected concert hall. Nevertheless, the Fort...  (more)

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – October 14 – October 27, 2007
Sunday, October 14 FLC Women’s Soccer vs. Metro State College – 12 p.m., Dirks Field   FLC Men’s Soccer vs. Metro State College – 2:30 p.m., Dirks Field   Fall ’07 Percussion Ensemble presents American Gamelan – 7 p.m., Community Concert...  (more)

Trustee Chairman Silva Highlights List of Winners of Fort Lewis College Alumni Awards
Board of Trustees Chairman Leonel Silva highlights the list of seven alumni award winners for 2007, the Fort Lewis College Alumni Association announced recently. Recipients will be honored at an awards dinner at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 20...  (more)

Fort Lewis College Homecoming is…Coming
Fort Lewis College Homecoming will begin on October 15 and run through October 21. The week is full of special events, many of which are open to the public.   As always, the highlights of Homecoming will be the Homecoming Parade through...  (more)

One Family’s Legacy of Civil War Service Inspires Lecture
On Thursday, October 4, Reid Ross told the story of his ancestors and their fight to save the country during the U.S. Civil War. Ross’ great grandfather and three great uncles joined the Union army and fought, and sometimes died, in some of the most...  (more)

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – October 7 – October 20, 2007
Friday, October 5 – Sunday, October 7 Fort Lewis College Family Weekend   Families are invited to attend a host of special campus events during Family Weekend. For a complete schedule visit www.fortlewis.edu/visitors_parents/family_weekend....  (more)

Leading Edge Entrepreneur Training Session #5: Marketing On Stage
The Colorado Small Business Development Center, in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration, presents the annual Durango Leading Edge Entrepreneurial Training program. This 12-session intensive program begins on September 6 and runs through...  (more)

Inventor’s Boot Camp Aims to Save Inventors Time, Money, and Stress
The Colorado Small Business Development Center at Fort Lewis College is a proud sponsor of the Inventor’s Boot Camp on Saturday, October 13, 2007. The boot camp will begin at 9 a.m. in Rm. 108 of the Education Business Hall at Fort Lewis College....  (more)

“People Powering Radio Powering People”: KDUR Fall Membership Drive Kicks Off October 5
For 33 years, KDUR has been Durango’s community radio station. The source of diverse music, community information and announcements, and world news, KDUR is driven by the support of community members and Fort Lewis College faculty, staff and...  (more)

Fort Lewis College Family Weekend Begins October 5
Every year, Fort Lewis College invites the family and friends of students to become part of the College community during Family Weekend. This year, Family Weekend will begin on Friday, October 5 and run through Sunday.   Families are invited to...  (more)

From Discussing Art to the Art of War: Life-Long Learning Lecture Review/Preview
On Thursday, September 27, Fort Lewis College art professors Amy Wendland and Dr. Marilee Jantzer-White demonstrated how the visual imagery around us can influence the way we think, feel and act.   Professor Wendland focused on design in advertising...  (more)

David Hunt Ceramic Invitational Exhibition
Exhibition Dates: October 5 - 31 Gallery Opening Reception: Friday, October 5, 5 – 7 p.m.   The annual invitational ceramic exhibition and sale at the Fort Lewis College Art Gallery will showcase the work of twelve FLC alumni and local...  (more)

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – September 30 – October 13, 2007
Sunday, September 30 San Juan Symphony – 3 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College   Wednesday, October 3 Solar Hot Water Presentation – 7 p.m., 130 Noble Hall at Fort Lewis College   Learn all the basics for installing solar...  (more)

Banned Books Week Reception and Library Book Sale at Fort Lewis College
Date: Thursday, October 4th Reception: 4:15pm Reed Library 3rd Floor Film: 5:00pm Noble Hall 130 Friends of Reed Library Book Sale Preview: following the film - Reed Library 108   Celebrate your Intellectual Freedom! Join the Fort Lewis...  (more)

Solar Tour & Presentations Highlight Opportunities to Go Green
For the 8th year in a row, homeowners in the Durango and Bayfield area will open their doors to the public as part of the National Solar Tour. The American Solar Energy Society (ASES) sponsors this nationwide event each fall. This year over 100,000 people...  (more)

Community Forum on Cultural Diversity in La Plata County Directs Spending of $300,000 Grant
The La Plata Unity Coalition, a diverse group of organizations and community members, will host a community forum on Tuesday, October 2nd from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Peaks Room of the Durango Recreation Center to present the results of its six-month...  (more)

Durango and Fort Lewis College Turn Out to Honor Dr. Joel Jones
Dr. Joel Jones addresses the audience at the Jones Hall dedication ceremony. To have a building named after you is an honor reserved for only the most distinguished persons. Such is the case for Dr. Joel M. Jones.   On Friday, September...  (more)

Fiesta on the Mesa Draws Largest Crowd in Years
Despite heavy rain forcing the festivities inside, Fort Lewis College students, faculty and staff packed the College Union Building Cafeteria for the 3rd annual Fiesta on the Mesa on September 17. The campus-wide party was presented by El Centro...  (more)

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – September 23 – October 6, 2007
Sunday, September 23 FLC Men’s Soccer vs. UC-Colorado Springs – 1 p.m., Dirks Field   Alexander Murray Faculty Recital Series: Faculty Collage Concert – 7 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall at Fort Lewis College   Tuesday, September 25 Outdoor...  (more)

Leading Edge Entrepreneur Training Session #3: Organizational Matters
The Colorado Small Business Development Center, in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration, presents the annual Durango Leading Edge Entrepreneurial Training program. This 12-session intensive program begins on September 6 and...  (more)

Fiesta on the Mesa to Usher in National Hispanic Heritage Month at Fort Lewis College
From: El Centro de Muchos Colores Hispano Resource Center What: Fiesta on the Mesa Celebration When: Monday, September 17, 5-7 p.m.Where: Fort Lewis College Amphitheater                                                ...  (more)

Student Enrollment Up at Fort Lewis College
Census day, the day when the student enrollment numbers are finalized at Fort Lewis College, has come and gone and left good news in its wake.   Fort Lewis College’s official enrollment for fall 2007 is 3,935 students. This is an increase...  (more)

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – September 16 – September 29, 2007
Monday, September 17 Fiesta on the Mesa – 5 p.m., Fort Lewis College campus   Fiesta on the Mesa kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month at Fort Lewis College. Presented by El Centro.   Cultural Heritage Speaker Series: “Rethinking the Chaco...  (more)

Skyhawks “Tough Enough to Wear Pink!” to Beat Cancer
DURANGO, Colo. – September 12, 2007 - Fort Lewis College, Skyhawk Athletics and the Mercy Health Foundation announced earlier this week a day of dedication for FLC President, Dr. Brad Bartel and cancer patients around area. On Sunday, September...  (more)

Author Brings Insight into Penitente Culture to Fort Lewis College
From: El Centro de Muchos Colores Hispano Resource Center What: Presentation of Penitente Renaissance by author Ruben Archuleta When: Saturday, September 15, 5-7 p.m. at Center of Southwest Studies Lyceum                                                ...  (more)

Astronomer Brings the Mysteries of the Universe to Fort Lewis College
Since the beginning of time, people have gazed up to the heavens and wondered.   On Friday, September 14 at 7 p.m., Dr. Paul Dusenbery, astronomer with the Space Science Institute in Boulder, CO, will present a free lecture at Fort Lewis College...  (more)

Fort Lewis College Celebrates National Constitution Day
In accordance with a federal mandate, Fort Lewis College will join schools nationwide in acknowledging National Constitution Day on Monday, September 17, 2007. Students, faculty and staff will have an opportunity to test their knowledge of the U.S. Supreme...  (more)

Leading Edge Entrepreneur Training Session #2: Planning & Research
The Colorado Small Business Development Center, in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration, presents the annual Durango Leading Edge Entrepreneurial Training program. This 12-session intensive program begins on September 6 and runs through...  (more)

Fort Lewis College’s Sage Hall to be Renamed in Honor of Dr. Joel Jones
In February, the Fort Lewis College Board of Trustees gave the go-ahead to rename the College’s Sage Hall to Jones Hall in honor of former Fort Lewis College president, Dr. Joel M. Jones.   The official dedication ceremony will take place...  (more)

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – September 9 – September 22, 2007
Friday, September 14 FLC Women’s Soccer vs. Adams State College – 2 p.m., Dirks Field   FLC Men’s Soccer vs. Colorado Christian University – 4:30 p.m., Dirks Field   FLC Women’s Volleyball vs. Adams State College – 7 p.m., Whalen Gymnasium   Saturday,...  (more)

Fort Lewis College’s Life-Long Learning Lectures Back for Another Run
Back for another semester is the popular Life-Long Learning Lecture Series. The ten lectures scheduled will cover such topics as the Hantavirus in the Four Corners, the history of American music, and the debate between evolution and creation.   The...  (more)

Tom Danielson’s Fall Blaze Tour Ride Returns to Durango
What could be better than a bike ride through the brilliant fall colors of beautiful Durango? How about taking that ride with husband and wife pro cyclists Tom and Kristin Danielson?   Fort Lewis College is proud to announce the 2nd Annual Durango...  (more)

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – September 2 – September 15, 2007
Sunday, September 2 Alexander Murray Faculty Recital Series – 7 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall at Fort Lewis College   Features John Pennington with Steve Dunn and a special guest. More information and tickets available at http://www.durangoconcerts.com....  (more)

Convocation Speaker Teaches Freshmen to Overcome the “Purple Monster”
On Friday, August 24, approximately 550 Fort Lewis College freshmen joined with Fort Lewis College faculty and staff at Fall Convocation. Convocation marks the ceremonial start of the new school year.   A number of College representatives...  (more)

“Starting Your Business Workshop” Gives Entrepreneurs What They Need to Know to Succeed
The Colorado Small Business Development Center at Fort Lewis College is holding a “Starting Your Business Workshop” on Wednesday, September 12, 2007. The workshop will take place in the Twilight Room at the Durango Recreation Center from 9 a.m....  (more)

Attorney General Clarifies State Policy on Student Residency Issues
On August 14, 2007, Colorado State Attorney General John Suthers issued an opinion clarifying the process for determining the residency status of college students, in particular students who are the children of undocumented parents.   Previously,...  (more)

Fort Lewis College Ushers in New School Year with Fall Convocation
Fall Convocation, Fort Lewis College’s formal welcome to new students, will take place on Friday, August 24 in Whalen Gym. The program, which begins at 4 p.m., will be followed by a picnic for students and parents, as well as FLC faculty and...  (more)

Creating Successful Businesses and Business Owners
The Colorado Small Business Development Center, in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration, presents the annual Durango Leading Edge Entrepreneurial Training program. This 12-session intensive program begins on September 6 and...  (more)

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – August 19 – September 1, 2007
Tuesday, August 21 Concert: Dr. John - 8 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College   Wednesday, August 22 Marketing For Smarties Challenge - 1 p.m., Education Business Hall, Rm. 102   The Marketing for Smarties Challenge strips...  (more)

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – August 12 – August 25, 2007
  Friday, August 17 Concert: Asleep at the Wheel - 8 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College   Saturday, August 18 FLC Women’s Soccer Alumni Game - 1 p.m., Dirks Field   Tuesday, August 21 Concert: Dr. John - 8 p.m.,...  (more)

Old Fort Library Gets a New Lease on Life
Good news for the aging library on the Old Fort Lewis campus south of Hesperus: help is on the way.   The Fort Lewis College Office of Community Services recently announced that it had been awarded a grant by the State Historical Fund...  (more)

Free “Up the Ante on Your Business” Workshop Focuses on American Indian Business Owners
Joe Keck of the Colorado Small Business Development Center will be one of the presenters at the free “Up the Ante on Your Business” workshop on August 23, 2007 from 8:30 a.m. - noon. The workshop is sponsored by PLAINS (Procurement Learning for...  (more)

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – August 5 – August 18, 2007
  Sunday, August 5 Concert: Leon Russell – 8 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College   Wednesday, August 8 Free Summer Movie Series Presents “City Slickers” – 8:30 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College   The...  (more)

Fort Lewis Unveils New College Website
Fort Lewis College officially launched its new website on Monday. The new website represents a complete overhaul of the previous FLC website in an effort to better serve the college’s main audience: the students.   “The design and navigation...  (more)

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – July 29 – August 11, 2007
Sunday, July 29 Concert: The Del McCoury Band – 8 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall at Fort Lewis College   Monday, July 30 Music in the Mountains: Trios – 7:30 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall at Fort Lewis College   Visit www.musicinthemountains.com...  (more)

Fort Lewis College Hosts State Policymakers
Fort Lewis College was pleased to host a visit from the Capital Development Committee (CDC) on Thursday. The committee is responsible for prioritizing the capital construction projects for the state, including higher education.   Fort...  (more)

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – July 22 – August 4, 2007
    Sunday, July 22 Exhibit Reception: “Monumental Textiles” – 1 p.m., Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College   Featuring the Bill & Sue Hensler Collection.   Monday, July 23 Music in the Mountains: Conservatory...  (more)

Skyhawks Sign Licensing Agreement with adidas and Sports Authority
Fort Lewis College Athletic Director, Kent Stanley, announced earlier today that the Skyhawks signed a three-year deal with adidas and Sports Authority to become the Skyhawks’ first-ever licensing partners. “It’s a great opportunity for Fort...  (more)

Getting Money from the Government for Small Business
Every year billions of dollars are available from the government to small businesses. The question is, how does a small business tap into that wealth?   To answer that question, the Colorado Small Business Development Center at Fort Lewis...  (more)

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – July 15 – July 28, 2007
  Sunday, July 15 Concert: Willie & Lobo – 8 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College   Tuesday, July 17 Puebloan Textile Seminar featuring Dr. Laurie Webster – 9 a.m., Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College   Contact...  (more)

Fort Lewis College Hires New Physical Plant Director
Fort Lewis College has hired Wayne Kjonaas of West Lafayette, Indiana, as the new Physical Plant Director.   Mr. Kjonaas is the current Vice President for Physical Facilities at Purdue University, a position he has held for the past 14 years....  (more)

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – July 8 – July 21, 2007
  Wednesday, July 11 Starting Your Business Workshop – 9 a.m., Education Business Hall, Rm. 210 at Fort Lewis College   Starting a business is risky. Understanding the risks and reducing them through careful planning improves the chances...  (more)

Fort Lewis College Unveils Revamped College Events Calendar
In an effort to make Fort Lewis College event information more accessible to the community, the College recently revamped its College Events Calendar. Now anyone can quickly view many of FLC's upcoming events by category or date at http://events.fortlewis.edu.   "In...  (more)

“Starting Your Business Workshop” Gives Entrepreneurs What They Need to Know to Succeed
The Colorado Small Business Development Center at Fort Lewis College is holding a “Starting Your Business Workshop” on Wednesday, July 11, 2007. The workshop will take place in the Education Business Hall, Rm. 210 at Fort Lewis College from 9...  (more)

Fort Lewis College Announces Winter 2007 Dean’s List
Nearly 400 students made the Fort Lewis College Dean’s List for the winter 2007 semester. The Dean’s List serves to recognize those students who have excelled academically during the previous semester. Students from as far away as Brazil, Israel, and...  (more)

Here Comes the Sun: Fort Lewis College marks the summer solstice
Summer didn’t officially begin until 12:06 pm, but that didn’t stop over 70 people from gathering before Thursday’s dawn at the Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College to participate in the annual Summer Solstice Marker Viewing ceremony....  (more)

Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College Launches Bayfield Ticket Outlet
DURANGO, Colo. — To better serve residents and business people in eastern La Plata County, the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College has opened a second Ticketing Services outlet inside Bayfield Music, at 271 N. Mountain View Dr., #105,...  (more)

Marketing for Smarties Challenge: Essential marketing strategies for smart entrepreneurs
The Marketing for Smarties Challenge strips marketing down to the essentials so that small business-to-businesses can jumpstart leads, find business opportunities, and stay on a growth path.   This year’s Challenge will be held on June...  (more)

“Starting Your Business Workshop” Gives Entrepreneurs What They Need to Know to Succeed
The Colorado Small Business Development Center at Fort Lewis College is holding a “Starting Your Business Workshop” on Wednesday, June 13, 2007. The workshop will take place in the Education Business Hall, Rm. 210 at Fort Lewis College from 9...  (more)

Fort Lewis College Remembers Mildred Rea
Mildred Rea, one of the special people who helped shape Fort Lewis College into what it is today, passed away on May 14. Mrs. Rea was the wife of Fort Lewis’ first president, Charles Dale Rea.   “She was a gentle, refined woman who...  (more)

Fort Lewis College’s Upward Bound Program Wins Funding
There’s big news for the Fort Lewis College Upward Bound program. The federally-funded program recently found out that it had won its next grant cycle. This means four more years of funding for a program that was down to its last year of funding from...  (more)

Helping High School Students Take the Next Step
A 2006 U.S. Census Bureau press release, “Census Bureau Data Underscore Value of College Degree,” reported that people with college degrees earn considerably more than those with only high school diplomas. According to the data, a college graduate...  (more)

Biology Students Excel On and Off Campus
The Fort Lewis College Department of Biology is on a roll.   On May 2, Colorado Governor Bill Ritter signed his first state budget, which includes $1.5 million for Fort Lewis College to begin demolition of the biology wing of Berndt Hall....  (more)

Fort Lewis College Names Interim Dean of the School of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
Dr. Rochelle Mann has been named as the interim dean of the School of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences at Fort Lewis College. Dr. Mann will replace outgoing dean, Dr. Richard Sax.   Dr. Mann studied music at Indiana University...  (more)

Free Workshop Teaches Best Ways to Work with the Government
The Small Business Development Center and the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe are sponsoring free workshop on Thursday, May 17 from 9 a.m. – noon in the conference room at the Ute Mountain Ute Casino in Towaoc, Colorado.   This workshop is for anyone interested...  (more)

Educational Talent Search Program to Honor Local High School Students
On Thursday, May 10, the Fort Lewis College Educational Talent Search Program will hold their annual graduation celebration honoring eighth and twelfth-graders participating in the program. The celebration will be held in the Fort Lewis College Ballroom...  (more)

Peter Decker Appointed to Fort Lewis College’s Board of Trustees
Peter R. Decker of Ridgway, Colorado, has been appointed to the Board of Trustees for Fort Lewis College. Governor Bill Ritter ordered Mr. Decker’s appointment to fill the vacancy left by the resignation of Michael D. Pugh.   “I'm delighted...  (more)

“Starting Your Business Workshop” Gives Entrepreneurs What They Need to Know to Succeed
The Colorado Small Business Development Center at Fort Lewis College is holding a “Starting Your Business Workshop” on May 9, 2007. The workshop will take place in the Twilight Room at the Durango Recreation Center at 9 a.m. Registration before...  (more)

Inventor’s Boot Camp Aims to Save Inventors Time, Money, and Stress
The Colorado Small Business Development Center at Fort Lewis College is sponsoring an “Inventor’s Boot Camp” on Saturday, May 5, 2007. The boot camp will begin at 9 a.m. at the Education Business Hall at Fort Lewis College. The cost for advanced registration...  (more)

Plein Air Painters of the Four Corners Exhibition - May 2 - 18
Paintings of the scenic Southwest by more than thirty artists from the Four Corners region will be in an exhibition at the Fort Lewis College Art Gallery. The Plein Aire Painters of the 4 Corners’ are a group of professional artists that meet once a...  (more)

Vigil for Virginia Tech to be Held on Friday, April 20 at Fort Lewis College
Dear Fort Lewis College Community: The tragedy at Virginia Tech has deeply affected all of us.  I know that we grieve for the individuals who lost their lives on Monday, and our condolences go out to their friends and family, as well as the entire...  (more)

Fort Lewis College Takes a Stand for Earth Day, Then Parties for a Good Cause
For more than three decades, every April 22 has been set aside as Earth Day. Earth Day is observed in the U.S., Canada, and many other countries as a day to raise environmental awareness and take a stand to protect the Earth.   Recently,...  (more)

Fort Lewis College 2007 Spring Commencement Takes Place Saturday, April 28
In two ceremonies on Saturday, April 28, 2007, over 500 students will culminate their undergraduate careers at Fort Lewis College’s Spring Commencement for the 44th Baccalaureate Class.   The first ceremony will begin at 8:30 a.m. and...  (more)

FLC Students Honor the Fallen at Virginia Tech
On Friday, April 20, Fort Lewis College students, faculty, staff and administration took part in a solemn vigil at the FLC Chapel to honor those affected by last week’s tragedy at Virginia Tech.   After opening remarks by Wivina Vigil,...  (more)

Business Expert Dr. Simon Walls Presents “Business 101: Successful Marketing Tactics” in Cortez
The Colorado Small Business Development Center at Fort Lewis College is holding a “Business Survival 101: Successful Marketing Tactics” workshop on Tuesday, April 24 at the Colorado Welcome Center, 928 East Main St., in Cortez. The workshop...  (more)

Student Research Takes Center Stage at 2nd Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium
The Fort Lewis College School of Natural & Behavioral Sciences is holding the 2nd Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium on Thursday, April 19, 2007. The event serves to highlight student research accomplishments through oral and poster...  (more)

The Kurt Vonnegut – Fort Lewis College Connection: Remembering a literary giant
Kurt Vonnegut, the American literary icon, passed away Wednesday, April 11. Vonnegut had suffered brain injuries after a recent fall at his Manhattan home. He was 84.   Vonnegut, the author of such influential works as “Slaughterhouse-Five”...  (more)

Starting Your Business Workshop Rescheduled
The Colorado Small Business Development Center at Fort Lewis College has rescheduled the “Starting Your Business Workshop” that was to be held on Wednesday, April 11, to May 9, 2007. The workshop will still run from 9:00 am – noon at the Durango Community...  (more)

Fort Lewis College Choirs’ Final Concert Features Special Guests “Colours” from Durango High School
The Fort Lewis College Choirs will present a special concert in the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College on Wednesday, April 11 at 7:00 pm. The performers will include the Concert Choir, Chamber Choir, Men’s Ensemble, Women’s Choir, and special...  (more)

Furniture Transformed by Local Artists for the 6th Annual KDUR “FURNITURE AS ART” AUCTION
Southwest Colorado’s local artists are once again returning to their studios, visiting estate sales, and even salvaging the hardwood lanes of old bowling alleys to collect furniture and materials to transform recycled treasures and other everyday...  (more)

TRI the RIM Triathlon Kicks Off Saturday, April 14, 2007
Fort Lewis College will host the 19th annual TRI the RIM Triathlon at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 14, 2007. Teams and individuals are encouraged to participate in Durango’s longest-running triathlon.   Entry fees are College/HS Student: $25.00,...  (more)

Fort Lewis College Student Builds Awareness with Documentary About Venezuela
On Thursday, April 5, 2007, the documentary film, “The Hills of Caracas,” will be screened in the Center of Southwest Studies Lyceum at Fort Lewis College. The show will begin at 5:00 pm and tickets are $3. All proceeds from the event will...  (more)

David Orr Keynotes Fort Lewis College Earth Week Celebration with Talk on Climate Change
Renowned environmental educator David Orr will present to Fort Lewis College and the Four Corners region with a talk entitled “Some Like it Hot: Changing the Climate of Politics” on Friday, April 6th at 7 p.m. in the Fort Lewis College Ballroom.   Orr...  (more)

Fort Lewis College Environmental Center Presents 2007 Earth Week Celebration
Following the Hozhoni Days celebration, the Fort Lewis College Environmental Center begins their Earth Week festivities. Running from Saturday, March 31 to Saturday, April 7, Earth Week will include on-campus events, as well as activities in the community....  (more)

Learn How to Make Your Business Survive and Thrive
The Colorado Small Business Development Center at Fort Lewis College presents the “Starting Your Business Workshop” on Wednesday, April 11, 2007, from 9:00 am – noon at the Durango Community Recreation Center, Eolus Room. The fee to attend is $15 and...  (more)

Application Deadline Approaching for Allard Capital Conference
Fort Lewis College and the University of Colorado are sponsors of the 10th Annual Allard Capital Conference to be held June 6-8, 2007. Anyone interested in attending the conference should submit an application by Friday, April 6, 2007.   The Allard...  (more)

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – March 25 – April 7, 2007
The following is a calendar of events taking place at Fort Lewis College from March 25 – April 7, 2007. To have your event included in this calendar, contact News/Marketing Writer Mitch Davis at 247-7401 or davis_m@fortlewis.edu. Sunday, March 25 *Postponed*...  (more)

“Native American Academic Speaker Series” Welcomes Dr. Joely De La Torre and Dr. Jane Mt. Pleasant
The “Native American Academic Speaker Series” continues at Fort Lewis College with presentations by Dr. Joely De La Torre (March 26) and Dr. Jane Mt. Pleasant (March 29). Both speakers will be on campus as part of the Hozhoni Days 2007 celebration...  (more)

2007 Hozhoni Days Celebration Set to Kick Off at Fort Lewis College
Fort Lewis College welcomes back the 43rd Annual Hozhoni Days celebration, March 26 – April 1, 2007. Distinguished as one of the longest running Fort Lewis College traditions, Hozhoni Days is also one of the largest single events the students...  (more)

FLC’s El Centro Presents a Benito Juarez Birthday Celebration
El Centro de Muchos Colores, Fort Lewis College’s Hispanic center, is hosting a celebration to mark Mexican President Benito Juarez’s birthday on Wednesday, March 21, 2007. The Mexican-style fiesta will begin at 5:00 pm at El Centro (420 Berndt Hall).   President...  (more)

Fort Lewis College’s KDUR Presents “Before the Music Dies”
According to filmmakers Andrew Shapter and Joel Rasmussen, American music stands poised at a “precarious moment.” Such was the impetus for their film “Before the Music Dies