Theatre is immediate, alive, and inspiring! This course is a blend of experiential “on-your-feet” learning, plus lectures.  We’ll explore theatre histories, and experiment with acting, playwriting, designing, and directing. Through hands-on mini-projects, seeing live theatre, reflections, and engagement with campus resources, students will explore, grow, and be creative together. No previous theatre experience is necessary! 

This Launch class is your chance to get your hands dirty working behind the scenes on an FLC Theatre Department Production. Students will learn new skills working in the Costume and Scene Shops. No previous experience necessary! We'll be preparing two Fall productions - a musical Ordinary Lives, a musical and A Midsummer Night's Dream! Students will enjoy building relationships with their peers as they are mentored by theatre faculty and learn theatre skills.

What really makes us happy—and how can we make it last? In these courses, we’ll dive into practical ways to boost joy and well-being, from gratitude and mindfulness to building strong relationships and finding purpose. Instead of just talking about happiness, we’ll practice it: weekly challenges, reflection activities, and real-life strategies you can use right away. Along the way, we’ll explore what research says about habits that help us thrive and why happiness looks different across cultures and communities.

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Students will connect to their new home in Durango by learning about local history, traditions, and favorite spots. Activities may include trying local coffee, visiting a trail, attending community events, finding a favorite study spot, connecting with campus resources, and creating a personal Durango guide.  Build relationships with your peers and fall in love with our community.

We are living in a time of extreme weather events, loss of biodiversity, severe inequity, climate refugees, and water and air pollution. How can we stay engaged with our world in the face of overwhelming challenges? During this course students will (1) reflect on their unique experiences of being alive and the aspects of life that they love, (2) identify their emotions about the challenges facing our world, (3) honor their experiences of pain and hopes for the future, and (4) develop ideas for how they can take steps to create a more favorable future for our planet. We will dedicate time to journaling, outdoor activities, ceremonies, and service opportunities.