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September 1, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – September 5 – September 18, 2010
Friday, September 3 - Sunday, September 5 Dirks Women’s Soccer Classic - Dirks Field             9/3 - FLC vs. St. Cloud St.  - 1 p.m.             9/5 - FLC vs. Augustana - 1 p.m.   Thursday, September 9 Artist in Residence Master Class:...
 
September 1, 2010
U.S. Representative John Salazar speaks to FLC community about federal legislation affecting Native American Tuition Waiver
FLC President Dene Thomas looks on as U.S. Representative John Salazar address the audience at the Student Union Grand Opening.  DURANGO, CO - U.S. Representative John Salazar (D-CO)...
 
August 31, 2010
U.S. Representative John Salazar to visit Fort Lewis College to speak about Native American Tuition Waiver legislation
DURANGO - At 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, September 1, 2010, U.S. Representative John Salazar will be on hand at the Fort Lewis College Student Union Addition Grand Opening. Rep. Salazar will join in the ribbon cutting ceremony for the College’s new 38...
 
August 30, 2010
Life-Long Learning at Fort Lewis College begins new season September 9
DURANGO - The new season of the Life-Long Learning Lecture Series begins Thursday, September 9, 2010 with a presentation by Dr. Marilee Jantzer-White entitled “Inside Iran: From Mashad to Tehran.” All of the lectures will be held at 7 p.m. and...
 
August 26, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – August 29 – September 11, 2010
Monday, August 30 First Day of Classes at Fort Lewis College   Wednesday, September 1 Student Union Addition Grand Opening Celebration - 9:30 a.m., Student Union   Friday, September 3 - Sunday, September 5 Dirks Women’s Soccer Classic -...
 
August 19, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – August 22 – September 4, 2010
Wednesday, August 18 Asleep at the Wheel Concert- 7:30 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College   Monday, August 30 First Day of Classes at Fort Lewis College   Friday, September 3 - Sunday, September 5 Dirks Women’s Soccer...
 
August 16, 2010
Fort Lewis College Foundation marks full recovery from 2008 economic downturn
Funds raised by the FLC Foundation are used campus-wide, including money for the Student Union and the new Rocket Grill.  DURANGO, CO - Fundraising may be more like a marathon than a sprint. That’s the view of...
 
August 16, 2010
Remembering Dr. Tom Grams: Friend to Fort Lewis College
DURANGO, CO – The Durango community came together on Sunday, August 15, to honor Dr. Tom Grams, the local dentist killed while on a medial mission in Afghanistan earlier this month. Many in the community shared a connection with Dr. Grams, and...
 
August 11, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – August 15 – August 28, 2010
Wednesday, August 18 Asleep at the Wheel Concert- 7:30 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College         Extended Run Events   August 2009 - Fall 2010 Mountain Lion! - Center of Southwest Studies Gallery   The goal of this...
 
July 29, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – August 1 – August 14, 2010
Friday, August 6 Fridays at the Fort Presents Wild Mountain with Cindy Woolf- 5 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College           Extended Run Events   August 2009 - Fall 2010 Mountain Lion! - Center of Southwest Studies...
 
July 28, 2010
New Fort Lewis College president to crisscross Colorado on statewide tour
Dr. Dene Kay Thomas  DURANGO, CO – In July, Fort Lewis College welcomed its first woman president, Dr. Dene Kay Thomas, to campus. One of President Thomas’ top priorities this summer is getting out and meeting with...
 
July 22, 2010
Community invited to Old Fort Lewis to learn about past, present and future of the property
The horse barn located on the Old Fort Lewis property is just one of the historical assets on the land.  DURANGO, CO - The Fort Lewis College Old Fort Task Force will host an open house at the library located on...
 
July 21, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – July 25 – August 7, 2010
Friday, July 23 - Sunday, July 25 Fort Lewis College Athletic Training Camp   Check www.goskyhawks.com for more information.   Sunday, July 25 Music in the Mountains: Eloquence by the Festival Orchestra - 5 p.m., Community Concert Hall at...
 
July 20, 2010
Old Fort Farm Stand serves to benefit students and community
DURANGO, CO - The Old Fort Farm Stand will be back in its usual home on the Fort Lewis College campus on Thursdays. The community is invited to stop by the stand, which will be near the FLC Clock Tower, any Thursday anytime from 2-4 p.m.   ...
 
July 19, 2010
Fort Lewis College signs American College & University Presidents Climate Commitment
DURANGO, CO - 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.   ...
 
July 15, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – July 18 – July 31, 2010
Saturday, July 17 - Sunday, July 18 Fort Lewis College Women’s Volleyball Team Camp   Check www.goskyhawks.com for more information.   Monday, July 19 Music in the Mountains: Next Generation I - 7:30 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall at Fort...
 
July 7, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – July 11 – July 24, 2010
Monday, July 12 Music in the Mountains: Golden Recital - 7:30 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall at Fort Lewis College   Friday, July 16 Music in the Mountains: Vadim and Friends Festival Chamber Concert - 7 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis...
 
July 6, 2010
Community invited to talk Fort Lewis College with President Thomas this weekend
President Dene Thomas  DURANGO, CO – It may only be President Dene Kay Thomas’ first official week on the job, but she’s already hard at work getting to know her new home and new friends. Since arriving in Durango...
 
June 30, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – July 4 – July 17, 2010
Sunday, July 4 American Voices Reading - 11 a.m., Buckley Park   Visit with new FLC President Dene Thomas after her reading.   Stars and Stripes Parade - 6 p.m., Main Ave.   President Thomas will be featured in the parade.   Let’s Talk...
 
June 30, 2010
More than 300 students make Fort Lewis College Dean’s List
DURANGO- For the winter 2010 semester, 342 Fort Lewis College students earned their way onto the Dean’s List. Students must earn at least a 3.6 GPA and complete 15 credit hours to make it onto the list.   Winter 2010 Dean’s List At-A-Glance ...
 
June 23, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – June 27 – July 10, 2010
Wednesday, June 30 - Saturday, July 3 Dene Kay Is On Her Way   Check www.fortlewis.edu beginning June 30 for more information.   Sunday, July 4 American Voices Reading - 11 a.m., Buckley Park   Visit with new FLC President Dene Thomas...
 
June 21, 2010
Fort Lewis College’s new president prioritizes students and community with “Let’s Talk Fort Lewis College” campaign
Dr. Dene Kay Thomas, Fort Lewis College's new president, will officially take office on July 6, 2010.  DURANGO, CO –Dr. Dene Kay Thomas, Fort Lewis College’s new president, will be arriving in Durango in July and...
 
June 18, 2010
Fort Lewis College Foundation succeeds in raising $5 million for new Student Union
The Foundation's $5 million campaign will go towards the College's new Student Union, currently under construction.  DURANGO, CO - The Fort Lewis College Foundation has completed its $5 million capital campaign...
 
June 16, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – June 20 – July 3, 2010
Wednesday, June 30 - Saturday, July 3 Dene Kay Is On Her Way   Check www.fortlewis.edu beginning June 30 for more information.           Extended Run Events   August 2009 - Fall 2010 Mountain Lion! - Center of Southwest Studies...
 
June 9, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – June 13 – June 26, 2010
Tuesday, June 15 FLC Football Summer Camp: Summer Passing League - 3 p.m., Dennison Field   For more information visit www.goskyhawks.com.   Friday, June 18 - Saturday, June 19 FLC Football Summer Camp: Individual Skills Camp - 9 a.m.,...
 
June 2, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – June 6 – June 19, 2010
Tuesday, June 8 FLC Football Summer Camp: Summer Passing League - 3 p.m., Dennison Field   For more information visit www.goskyhawks.com.   Saturday, June 12 Durango Barbershoppers Annual Concert - 7 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort...
 
May 26, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – May 30 – June 12, 2010
Wednesday, June 2 How to Invoice Your Customers in QuickBooks Workshop - 9 a.m., Rocky Mountain High Tech Computer Training Center   Call 970-247-7009 for more information.   Thursday, June 3 Starting Your Business Workshop - 8:30 a.m.,...
 
May 26, 2010
Largest single gift in Fort Lewis College Foundation history just one reason to be optimistic about the future
The donation of these townhomes at Dalton Ranch represent the single largest gift in Fort Lewis College Foundation history.  DURANGO, CO - The Fort Lewis College Foundation recorded the largest single gift in its...
 
May 19, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – May 23 – June 5, 2010
Thursday, May 27 Marketing for Smarties Challenge - 1 p.m., Education Business Hall at Fort Lewis College, Rm. 130   Call 970-247-7009 for more information.   Wednesday, June 2 How to Invoice Your Customers in QuickBooks Workshop - 9 a.m.,...
 
May 19, 2010
Fort Lewis College to host best student minds at biological honor society national convention
Having done research projects like this one, FLC students earned a spot at the TriBeta 2010 Biennial National Convention.  DURANGO, CO - Beginning Wednesday, May 19, Fort Lewis College will welcome some of the...
 
May 17, 2010
Workshop to help entrepreneurs guide the risky waters of business startup
DURANGO - The Small Business Development Center at Fort Lewis College is once again offering the Starting Your Business Workshop. Open to everyone, this half-day seminar will be held Thursday, June 3, 2010, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Center...
 
May 17, 2010
QuickBooks workshop to help business owners get paid faster
DURANGO - The Small Business Development Center located at Fort Lewis College and the Durango Chamber of Commerce are among those sponsoring a workshop entitled “How to Invoice your Customers in QuickBooks” on Wednesday, June 2, 2010. The workshop...
 
May 14, 2010
Fort Lewis College educator and guide to speak about 22,000 ft. peak, Aconcagua
DURANGO - Durango local guide, Josh Kling, will give a slide presentation featuring Cerro Aconcagua, a.k.a. The Stone Sentinel, at the Center of Southwest Studies Lyceum on Tuesday, May 18th at 7:00 p.m. The presentation is sponsored by the...
 
May 13, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – May 16 – May 29, 2010
Sunday, May 16 Durango Dance Presents A Tribute in Dance to the Great Broadway Musicals - 2 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College   Saturday, May 22 Dance Performance: Bella Danzante II - 4 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort...
 
May 11, 2010
New student body leaders look to justify trust students put in them
Laura Beth Waltz (l) and Alray Nelson are the new leaders of the student body at Fort Lewis College.  DURANGO - Beginning July 1, 2010, Fort Lewis College will welcome a new president, its first woman president,...
 
May 5, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – May 9 – May 22, 2010
Wednesday, May 12 Inventor’s Boot Camp - 10 a.m., Center of Southwest Studies Lyceum at Fort Lewis College   Call 970-247-7009 for more information. Saturday, May 15 Durango Dance Presents A Tribute in Dance to the Great Broadway Musicals - 6...
 
May 3, 2010
Dr. Dare tells graduates they are responsible for making the world a better place
DURANGO - “Above all: make a difference. You did not create the many problems that you’ve inherited, but this degree makes you responsible for doing something about them.”   With those words, Dr. Byron Dare, professor emeritus of political...
 
April 28, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – May 2 – May 15, 2010
Sunday, May 2 Southwest Colorado Community College Graduation - 2 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College   Thursday, May 6 Small Business Development Center’s Inventors’ Boot Camp Registration Due   To register: Go to http://www...
 
April 27, 2010
Fort Lewis College’s KDUR radio station broadens reach with increased transmitting power
KDUR's new tower is up and its signal strength will soon jump from 150 watts to 6,000.  DURANGO - KDUR Community Radio’s long awaited power increase has finally become a reality. On Saturday April 24,...
 
April 27, 2010
Durango’s Cinco de Mayo to be held Sunday, May 2 at Buckley Park
DURANGO, CO - La Gente de Durango (the people of Durango) are proud to announce their plans to hold Durango’s Cinco de Mayo from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, May 2 at Buckley Park in downtown Durango.   This year’s Cinco de Mayo event will...
 
April 26, 2010
Fort Lewis College president Dr. Brad Bartel to give final Life-Long Learning Lecture
DURANGO - The Life-Long Learning Lecture Series at Fort Lewis College presents “Spanish Colonialism in California” by Dr. Brad Bartel on Thursday, April 29, at 7 p.m. in Noble Hall, Rm. 130. The lecture is free and open to the public.   Dr....
 
April 21, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – April 25 – May 8, 2010
Sunday, April 25 FLC Softball vs. Adams State - 11 a.m., Softball Field   FLC Softball vs. Adams State - 1 p.m., Softball Field   Monday, April 26 - Friday, April 30 Final Exams at Fort Lewis College   Thursday, April 29 Life-Long...
 
April 19, 2010
Retiring Dr. Byron Dare to address graduates at Fort Lewis College Spring Commencement on May 1, 2010
DURANGO - Fort Lewis College Spring Commencement 2010 will be held Saturday, May 1 at Whalen Gym.   There will be two ceremonies, the first at 8:30 a.m. and the second at 11:30 a.m., to accommodate the more than 500 graduates. Below is a listing...
 
April 19, 2010
A tribute to Stanton Englehart next up for Life-Long Learning Lecture
DURANGO - The Life-Long Learning Lecture Series at Fort Lewis College presents “That Wilder Image: An Englehart Tribute” by Judith Reynolds with comments by Will and Vicki Coe on Thursday, April 22, at 7 p.m. in Noble Hall, Rm. 130. The lecture is...
 
April 14, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – April 18 – May 1, 2010
Sunday, April 18 FLC Softball vs. UC-Colorado Springs - 11 a.m., Softball Field   FLC Softball vs. UC-Colorado Springs - 1 p.m., Softball Field   Jazz on the Hill Presents Steve Tyrell - 7:30 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College...
 
April 12, 2010
The best in student research to be on display at Undergraduate Research Symposium at Fort Lewis College
DURANGO - On Thursday, April 22, 2010, one of the largest research showcases in the region will be held as part of Academic Excellence Month at Fort Lewis College. For a fifth year, the School of Natural and Behavioral Sciences Undergraduate...
 
April 12, 2010
Why is something art? Art critic Leanne Goebel to explain at Life-Long Learning Lecture
DURANGO - The Life-Long Learning Lecture Series at Fort Lewis College presents “A People’s History of Modern & Contemporary Art” by Leanne Goebel on Thursday, April 15, at 7 p.m. in Noble Hall, Rm. 130. The lecture is free and open to the...
 
April 7, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – April 11 – April 24, 2010
Monday, April 12 “Terror in the Land of the Holy Spirit: Guatemala Under General Rios Montt, 1982-1983” Lecture by Virginia Garrard-Burnett - 7 p.m., Noble Hall, Rm. 130   Wednesday, April 14 Fort Lewis College Music Department Choirs Concert-...
 
April 6, 2010
Skyfest sure to be a blast for College and Durango communities
DURANGO - Skyfest, Fort Lewis College’s annual spring party, will kick off on Saturday, April 10, 2010, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. around the FLC Clocktower. Community members are invited to join in the fun. Live music and games will be on tap, as...
 
April 5, 2010
Life-Long Learning presents “Easter Island: An Environmental Tragedy”
DURANGO - The Life-Long Learning Lecture Series at Fort Lewis College presents “Easter Island: An Environmental Tragedy” by George Richardson on Thursday, April 8, at 7 p.m. in Noble Hall, Rm. 130. The lecture is free and open to the public.   ...
 
March 31, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – April 4 – April 17, 2010
Sunday, April 4 FLC Women’s Lacrosse vs. Colorado College - 11 a.m., Dennison Field   Thursday, April 8 Barnyard Days - 9 a.m., Fort Lewis College Clocktower   Fort Lewis College Music Department Presents Percussion Ensembles - 7 p.m.,...
 
March 30, 2010
Fort Lewis College turns into a farm for Barnyard Days on April 8, 2010
DURANGO - The Westerner’s club is once again hosting Barnyard Days for preschool, kindergarten and 1st graders in the region on Thursday, April 8th from 9 am to noon on the Fort Lewis College campus.    In addition to animal exhibits, there...
 
March 30, 2010
Life-Long Learning presents dealing with the beast that is risk
DURANGO - The Life-Long Learning Lecture Series at Fort Lewis College presents “The Beast Under My Bed—Or In My Head: Dealing With Risk” by Drs. Chuck and Cheryl Carson on Thursday, April 1, at 7 p.m. in Noble Hall, Rm. 130. The lecture is free...
 
March 26, 2010
Dr. Dene Kay Thomas Selected To Become Eighth President of Fort Lewis College
Dr. Dene Kay Thomas will become the first woman president of Fort Lewis College in its 99-year history.  DURANGO, CO – The Board of Trustees for Fort Lewis College today selected Dr....
 
March 25, 2010
Fort Lewis College hosting TEDx conference aimed at “ideas worth spreading”
DURANGO, CO - In the spirit of sharing “ideas worth spreading,” Fort Lewis College will be hosting a TEDx conference on Saturday, April 3, 2010. The conference will feature presentations from students, professors and professionals on a variety of...
 
March 24, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – March 28 – April 10, 2010
Sunday, March 28 Alexander Murray Faculty Recital Series Presents The Red Shoe Trio - 3 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall at Fort Lewis College   Monday, March 29 Women’s History Month: Lecture by Jill Petzal Evans: Media Artist/Producer/Director...
 
March 23, 2010
Fort Lewis College Environmental Center planning celebration of Earth Day
DURANGO - Students at the Fort Lewis College Environmental Center (EC) are trying to close the gap between young people’s aspirations and the options offered them by society. With college graduates facing a desultory job market, student loan...
 
March 22, 2010
Hozhoni Days Powwow kicks off Friday, March 26, 2010
DURANGO, CO - The concluding event of Hozhoni Days at Fort Lewis College is the Hozhoni Days Powwow. Each year, the Powwow brings thousands of visitors and Powwow participants to Durango and the College.   The 46th annual Hozhoni Days Powwow...
 
March 22, 2010
Life-Long Learning examines what’s undermining the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
DURANGO - The Life-Long Learning Lecture Series at Fort Lewis College presents “The Universal Declaration of Human Rights: Not So Universal” by Dr. Ronald Garst on Thursday, March 25, at 7 p.m. in Noble Hall, Rm. 130. The lecture is free and open...
 
March 19, 2010
Tibetan nun and former political prisoner to speak at Fort Lewis College
Tibetan activist and former political prisoner, Ngawang Sangdrol  DURANGO, CO - Tibetan activist and former political prisoner, Ngawang Sangdrol, will talk about her life as a young nun who was...
 
March 17, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – March 21 – April 3, 2010
Sunday, March 21 FLC Softball vs. Regis - 11 a.m., Softball Field   FLC Softball vs. Regis - 1 p.m., Softball Field   2010 Adams Foundation Piano Recital Presents Robert DeGaetano - 3 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College   ...
 
March 17, 2010
Fort Lewis College’s Miss Hozhoni Pageant begins March 22, 2010
DURANGO, CO - The Miss Hozhoni Pageant, part of Fort Lewis College’s Hozhoni Days celebration, begins Monday, March 22 with the contestant introductions. The introductions will begin at 6 p.m. at the FLC Native American Center. All of the Miss...
 
March 17, 2010
“An Introduction to Quickbooks” workshop scheduled at Fort Lewis College
DURANGO - The Small Business Development Center located at Fort Lewis College and the Durango Chamber of Commerce are among those sponsoring “An Introduction to QuickBooks” workshop on Tuesday, March 30, 2010. The workshop runs from 8 a.m. to noon...
 
March 15, 2010
Workshop to help entrepreneurs guide the risky waters of business startup
DURANGO - The Small Business Development Center at Fort Lewis College is once again offering the Starting Your Business Workshop. Open to everyone, this half-day seminar will be held Wednesday, March 24, 2010, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the...
 
March 15, 2010
49th Annual Juried Student Exhibition begins March 22, 2010, at Fort Lewis College
DURANGO - The Fort Lewis College Art Gallery presents the highly anticipated 49th Annual Juried Student Exhibition. Fort Lewis College students in all academic disciplines were invited to submit their art work to a jury. Artists, Sandra Butler and...
 
March 15, 2010
Two new majors announced at Fort Lewis College
A bachelor's degree in engineering is one of the two new majors at Fort Lewis College.  At the February 19, 2010, meeting of the Board of Trustees for Fort Lewis College, two new degree programs were approved:...
 
March 15, 2010
The topic of Islam will be examined at next Life-Long Learning Lecture at Fort Lewis College
DURANGO - The Life-Long Learning Lecture Series at Fort Lewis College presents “Islam: What You Need to Know” by Dr. Dennis Aronson on Thursday, March 18, at 7 p.m. in Noble Hall, Rm. 130. The lecture is free and open to the public.   One fifth...
 
March 12, 2010
Hozhoni Days celebration back for a 46th year at Fort Lewis College
DURANGO, CO - The Hozhoni Days (Navajo, meaning “Days of Beauty”) celebration is one of the oldest and biggest events at Fort Lewis College in Durango, CO. In years past, Hozhoni Days has attracted as many as 5,000 participants and visitors from...
 
March 12, 2010
Public comment session planned to help choose next president of Fort Lewis College
DURANGO – On Tuesday, March 16, 2010, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Student Union, Vallecito Room, the Board of Trustees for Fort Lewis College will hold a public comment session for both campus and community members to express their opinions...
 
March 11, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – March 14 – March 27, 2010
Sunday, March 14 Richie Havens Concert - 7 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College   Monday, March 15 Women’s History Month: “I Want to Be Bad: The Flapper and Her Song” Performance - 7 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall at Fort Lewis...
 
March 8, 2010
Attorney to discuss intellectual property at Small Business Development Center presentation
DURANGO - The Small Business Development Center at Fort Lewis College is sponsoring an “Intellectual Property Law for Small Businesses” presentation on Tuesday, March 16, 2010. The presentation begins at 1 p.m. at the Durango Public Library.   ...
 
March 5, 2010
Judith Reynolds examines the mysterious Terra Cotta Warriors in Life-Long Learning Lecture
DURANGO - The Life-Long Learning Lecture Series at Fort Lewis College presents “A Tomb of One’s Own: The Terra Cotta Warriors” by Judith Reynolds on Thursday, March 11, at 7 p.m. in Noble Hall, Rm. 130. The lecture is free and open to the public. ...
 
March 4, 2010
Number of students making Deans’ List grows at Fort Lewis College
FLC junior and Deans' List honoree, Nicolette Laros  DURANGO- Last year, 395 students at Fort Lewis College made the Deans’ List. Today that number has grown to 423 students. Of those 423, 84 students...
 
March 3, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – March 7 – March 20, 2010
Monday, March 8 - Friday, March 12 Spring Break - No Classes   Wednesday, March 10 FLC Softball vs. Mesa State - 1 p.m., Softball Field   FLC Softball vs. Mesa State - 3 p.m., Softball Field   Thursday, March 11 Life-Long Learning Lecture...
 
March 2, 2010
Debra Parmenter named to Fort Lewis College Foundation Executive Board
DURANGO, CO - Debra Parmenter has been elected to serve on theFort Lewis College Foundation’s Executive Board of Directors.   A realtor with more than 30 years of experience in the Durango area, Ms. Parmenter is a longtime supporter of Fort...
 
March 1, 2010
Expert to speak on population and sustainability at next Life-Long Learning Lecture
DURANGO - The Life-Long Learning Lecture Series at Fort Lewis College presents “Population and Sustainability: Two Views of the Future” by Dr. John Byrd on Thursday, March 4, at 7 p.m. in Noble Hall, Rm. 130. The lecture is free and open to the...
 
February 24, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – February 28 – March 13, 2010
Thursday, March 4 FLC Library Scholars and Writers Reception - 4 p.m., Reed Library, Beers Room   Life-Long Learning Lecture: “Population and Sustainability: Two Views of the Future” - 7 p.m., Noble Hall, Rm. 130   FLC Jazz Festival and...
 
February 22, 2010
Women’s History Month celebration begins March 1 at Fort Lewis College
Click on the image for the complete schedule.  DURANGO - The Gender and Women’s Studies Program at Fort Lewis College is pleased to announce a celebration of Women’s History Month at the College. Beginning March 1,...
 
February 22, 2010
Three Fort Lewis College presidential finalists to meet with faculty, staff, students, community
DURANGO – The three final candidates under consideration to become the ninth President of Fort Lewis College will meet with all of the college’s communities when they visit the campus and Durango during the weeks of February 22, 2010 and March 1,...
 
February 22, 2010
Storyteller compares epics from across the world at next Life-Long Learning Lecture
DURANGO - The Life-Long Learning Lecture Series at Fort Lewis College presents “Looking into ‘A Hero With A Thousand Faces’” by Sara Ransom on Thursday, February 25, at 7 p.m. in Noble Hall, Rm. 130. The lecture is free and open to the public.   ...
 
February 19, 2010
Elder in Residence to speak on “Being Indian in the City” on February 23
Dr. Nancy Lucero will speak at FLC on Tuesday, February 23, 2010.  DURANGO, CO – Dr. Nancy Lucero will speak at Fort Lewis College on Tuesday, February 23, 2010, as part of the FLC Native American...
 
February 15, 2010
The ins and outs of love to be examined at next Life-Long Learning Lecture
DURANGO - The Life-Long Learning Lecture Series at Fort Lewis College presents “The Ages and Stages of Love” by Dr. Linda Schott on Thursday, February 18, at 7 p.m. in Noble Hall, Rm. 130. The lecture is free and open to the public.   Historian...
 
February 12, 2010
FLC Native American Center presents Pueblo Cultural Extravaganza on February 25
DURANGO – The Native American Center at Fort Lewis College is pleased to present Pueblo Cultural Extravaganza - a night of Pueblo dance, music and culture as part of the 2010 Native American Speaker Series. The Zuni Olla Maidens, a world renowned...
 
February 11, 2010
College Goal Sunday at Fort Lewis College offers financial advice help to area students and families
DURANGO – On Sunday, February 21, 2010, Fort Lewis College will be one of 15 state institutions participating in Colorado’s 4th annual College Goal Sunday. The aim is to provide interested students and parents with free financial aid assistance in...
 
February 10, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – February 14 – February 27, 2010
Sunday, February 14 Alexander Murray Faculty Recital Series: Doug Owens, Double Reeds – 3 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall at Fort Lewis College   Wednesday, February 17 FLC Choirs Concert: “Town and Gown” – 7 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort...
 
February 9, 2010
Grand opening of Fort Lewis College’s new Biology wing set for February 19, 2010
A worker puts some finishing touches on the new genetics laboratory in the new Biology and Agriculture wing at Fort Lewis College. DURANGO, CO - The grand opening celebration for Fort Lewis College’s new Biology...
 
February 9, 2010
FLC’s Small Business Development Center benefits from $50,000 El Pomar grant
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – Nonprofit organizations working in La Plata County and focused on economic development, affordable housing and emergency services received grants totaling $100,000 this week by representatives of Colorado Springs-based El...
 
February 9, 2010
Fort Lewis College hosting seminar on doing business with the government
DURANGO - On Tuesday, February 16, 2010, Fort Lewis College will host a seminar on doing business with the federal government and its agencies. The seminar, called “How to Do Business with the Federal Government,” is open to anyone interested and...
 
February 8, 2010
The religious and secular collide at next Life-Long Learning Lecture
DURANGO - The Life-Long Learning Lecture Series at Fort Lewis College presents “Global Rebellion: Religious Challenges to the Secular State” by Dr. Mark Juergensmeyer on Thursday, February 11, at 7 p.m. in Noble Hall, Rm. 130. The lecture is free...
 
February 5, 2010
Fort Lewis College Art Gallery presents “In2itive,” February 8 - March 3, 2010
DURANGO - “In2itive” presents new work by Durango artists, Sandra Butler and Joan Levine-Russell. Pieces include rawhide and steel sculptures and large scale paintings. This new exhibit will open Monday, February 8, and run through Wednesday,...
 
February 4, 2010
Governor Ritter announces appointments to the Board of Trustees for Fort Lewis College
DURANGO - Colorado Governor Bill Ritter has announced two new members for the Board of Trustees for Fort Lewis College and one reappointment.   “As Colorado recovers from the worst economy since the Great Depression, our colleges and...
 
February 4, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – February 7 – February 20, 2010
Tuesday, February 9 Code Red Workshop: “Making His (Martin Luther King) Dream our Vision at Fort Lewis College” – 5:45 p.m., Berndt Hall, Rm. 235   Wednesday, February 10 Eric Bibb Concert – 7 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College...
 
February 1, 2010
Local doctor to speak about the medicine of Tibet for Life-Long Learning
DURANGO - The Life-Long Learning Lecture Series at Fort Lewis College presents “The Land, The People, and The Medicine of Tibet” by Dr. Ben Kater on Thursday, February 4, at 7 p.m. in Noble Hall, Rm. 130. The lecture is free and open to the public...
 
February 1, 2010
Free Job Fair at Fort Lewis College open to the community
The FLC Job Fair will be Wednesday, February 3 from noon to 4 p.m. in the Student Union Ballroom.  DURANGO – Community members are welcome to join Fort Lewis College students at the free annual winter/spring Job...
 
January 29, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – January 31 – February 13, 2010
Sunday, January 31 Adams Foundation Piano Recital Series Presents Steven Mayer – 3 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College   Tuesday, February 2 Bela Fleck: The Africa Project Concert – 7 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis...
 
January 25, 2010
Researcher and author to speak on misunderstood feeling of shame
DURANGO - The Life-Long Learning Lecture Series at Fort Lewis College presents “Shame: The Beast Within” by Nancy Heleno on Thursday, January 28, at 7 p.m. in Noble Hall, Rm. 130. The lecture is free and open to the public.   The clinical state...
 
January 24, 2010
Fort Lewis College receives $100,000 grant from MHW Foundation for Student Union
DURANGO - The Messengers of Healing Winds (MHW) Foundation, based in Nashville, has awarded Fort Lewis College a $100,000 grant for the new Student Union now going up on campus.   The MHW Foundation is the private foundation of Andrea and Rick...
 
January 22, 2010
House Bill 10-1067 to be pulled from consideration in committee on Monday
DURANGO, CO – In a press conference held today, Friday, January 22, Colorado Representative Karen Middleton, one of the sponsors of House Bill 10-1067, said that the bill would be pulled when it went to committee on Monday.   HB 10-1067 would...
 
January 21, 2010
Fort Lewis College to close Thursday, January 21 at 3 p.m. and remain closed Friday, January 22 all day due to weather
DURANGO - Fort Lewis College will close today (Thursday, January 21) at 3 p.m. because of inclement weather. All classes after 3 p.m. are cancelled and all offices will be closed.   Campus will be closed all day tomorrow (Friday, January 22) as...
 
January 21, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – January 24 – February 6, 2010
Tuesday, January 26 “MOMIX Dance-Best Of” Performance – 7 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College   Thursday, January 28 “Botanical Illustrating: Processes and Techniques” Presentation – 6:30 p.m., Center of Southwest Studies Lyceum...
 
January 21, 2010
Students from across U.S. to converge at Fort Lewis College for Native American/Alaska Native College Day
Native American and Alaska native students will learn about college at Native American/Alaska Native College Day.  DURANGO – Almost 300 Native American and Alaska native...
 
January 20, 2010
FLC students join in forum to learn about legislation affecting Native American tuition
FLC students, both Native American and non-Native, pack the Native American Center to hear about HB 10-1067.  Photo by: Matt Morrison @ The Fort Lewis College Independent DURANGO, CO – It was...
 
January 18, 2010
Fort Lewis College opposed to cuts in funding contained in HB 10-1067
DURANGO, CO – Legislation was recently introduced in the state of Colorado that would significantly change the reimbursement that Fort Lewis College receives from the state for educating Native American students. This legislation, House Bill 10...
 
January 15, 2010
Fort Lewis College launching Haiti Earthquake Relief Campaign during Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration
DURANGO – In light of the devastation in Haiti from the recent earthquake, Fort Lewis College is launching a campaign to raise funds for the stricken nation. The College’s Haiti Earthquake Relief Campaign will coincide with the Dr. Martin Luther...
 
January 13, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – January 17 – January 30, 2010
Sunday, January 17 FLC Artist in Residence Series Presents Anne Sanchez, Clarinet – 3 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall at Fort Lewis College   Monday, January 18 FLC Martin Luther King Day Celebration: Community Peace March – 12:15 p.m., Center of...
 
January 13, 2010
Fort Lewis College joins group presenting Native American workshop
DURANGO – The Fort Lewis College Native American Honor Society and FLC Sociology Department are assisting the “How Service Providers Can Work With Native Americans?” workshop presented by Father’s Voices. The workshop’s aim is to help educate and...
 
January 12, 2010
2010 Life-Long Learning kicks off with “Poetry and the Beast Within”
DURANGO - The Life-Long Learning Lecture Series at Fort Lewis College presents “Poetry and the Beast Within” by Dr. Terry Bacon on Thursday, January 14, at 7 p.m. in Noble Hall, Rm. 130. The lecture is free and open to the public.   Bacon is...
 
January 7, 2010
Fort Lewis College to honor legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with special events beginning January 18, 2010
The MLK celebration at FLC begins January 18, 2010. Click the image above for a larger version of the events poster.  DURANGO - The legacy left behind by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will...
 
January 7, 2010
Fort Lewis College Art Gallery presents “TO GATHER,” January 11 – February 3, 2010
TO GATHER art exhibition begins January 11 at FLC Art Gallery.  DURANGO - Karina Noel Hean returns to the Fort Lewis College Art Gallery for an exhibition of recent large and small scale drawings. The...
 
January 7, 2010
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – January 10 – January 23, 2010
Sunday, January 10 Robert Earl Keen Concert – 7 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College   Monday, January 11 First Day of Classes at Fort Lewis College   Thursday, January 14 Durango Rocks Awards – 5 p.m., Community Concert Hall...
 
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