Congratulations, Class of 2024!
Graduation is a time to celebrate your achievements with family and friends as you move on to your next phase of life. We are excited to offer an in-person commencement ceremony for #FLCclassof2024!
Fort Lewis College is proud to announce Kali Fajardo-Anstine as the keynote speaker for the 2024 Spring Commencement.
A Denver native, Fajardo-Anstine is a bestselling author celebrated for her illuminative narratives on the Chicano and Latinx communities in the American West. Her acclaimed works include “Sabrina & Corina” and “Woman of Light,” both of which explore profound themes of identity, heritage, and community.
Recognized as a National Book Award finalist and a recipient of the prestigious American Book Award, Fajardo-Anstine's writing that reflects her personal journey through cultural and social alienation and highlights her significant contributions to American literature.
As a Guggenheim Fellow and the 2021 Addison M. Metcalf Award winner, she continues to inspire with her dedication to bringing to light the stories of diverse communities.
Join us in celebrating her achievements and insights at the commencement ceremony on May 4, at Ray Dennison Memorial Field.
Taralyn Sloan, Vice President, Associated Students of Fort Lewis College
John O'Neal, Ph.D., Professor of Music
Jade Sophia
Audrey Leonetti, Hozhoni Ambassador
Tom Stritikus, Ph.D., President
Mary Rubadeau, Board of Trustees
Ellen Paul, Ph.D., President, Faculty Senate
Kali Fajardo-Anstine, Author
Sarah Shultz, Ph.D., Dean, School of Arts and Sciences
Jenni Trujillo, Ph.D., School of Education
Performed by Sawmill Singers
Guests (including children not on laps) need printed or electronic tickets for entry. Each graduate gets 10 tickets to claim by April 12. After that date, all unclaimed tickets (graduates who did not claim tickets) will be re-distributed to students.
Guests will be directed to park in the Stadium Lot. Accessible parking and drop-off are off Skyhawk Ave near the Art Lot; golf carts will transport guests as needed.
If you can't celebrate in person, we invite you to watch live on Facebook.
Gradimages will take professional photos. Families can take pictures with their grad after the ceremony by the Clocktower or at the reception.
Get everything you need to walk at commencement with this fun event!
Date: March 14, 2024 Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Location: Student Union Ballroom
Pick up your cap, gown, and honors medal, confirm your name for the program and mailing address for your diploma, and ask questions. Contact your department chair for regalia information. There will be food, swag, and photos with Skyler.
If you miss it, you can get your graduation materials in the SkyStore until May 2 at noon. Otherwise, they will be available at commencement check-in on May 4 in the Student Life Center.
For details on how to line up and walk at commencement, watch "How to do graduation".