What happens during Check-in?
Check-in is at 10 a.m. on July 26 at the Skyhawk Station. During Check-in you will be welcomed by FLC staff and students into the Skyhawk Summer Bridge Program. You will get your keys to move in to your residence hall, your Skycard (campus ID), and complete any outstanding requirements. Once you are checked in, you will move into your residence hall. We will have an opening dinner, teambuilding activities, and Family Orientation that weekend.
What should I bring to campus with me? Specifically, what should I bring for the program?
You will be moving into your fall housing assignment when you move in for Summer Bridge. Bring all of the belongings you will need for the academic year.
We strongly recommend you bring the following items to Summer Bridge:
- Comfortable clothes for all types of weather
- Comfortable shoes to walk/hike in
- Swimsuit
Can I go home during the program?
We strongly discourage participants from going home during the program because our courses are fast-paced and our schedule is packed with academic and community building programming—even on the weekends.
What food will be provided during the program and what will it cost?
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be provided during the entire program for FREE! Food will also be free for off-campus Compass activities.
Where will I be living?
All students participating in the Summer Bridge Program will live in Camp or Crofton Hall.
How often will my room get cleaned?
Communal bathrooms will be cleaned regularly.
How do I do laundry on campus?
We have laundry facilities in your residence hall.
What materials will I need for my classes?
Course readings and textbooks and will be provided for Summer Bridge. Students are required to obtain course materials themselves during the regular school year.
Bring your laptop. If you don’t have access to a laptop, FLC has a TechPack that you can rent.
Who do I contact for academic accommodations?
Contact the Accessibility Resource Center for support in creating and maintaining equal access and opportunity on campus. We can support you with academic, housing, and other accommodations to remove some of the obstacles that might otherwise inhibit your experience of campus life.
Can I bring a service animal or emotional support animal?
If a Service Animal will accompany you on campus, we recommend you contact the Accessibility Resource Center to assist in your animal’s transition. If you are living in campus housing, you will need to register your service animal with our office.
If you are interested in applying for an Emotional Support Animal (ESA) while attending FLC, you will need documentation from a licensed mental health provider.
Do I need to complete my New Student Checklist before the start of the program?
Yes, you will need to complete your new student check list before arriving to campus. You will also need to upload a photo for your Skycard before the start of the program. Find your checklist items in your admission portal.
Do I attend Orientation?
Yes, Orientation is mandatory for all first-year students. You'll meet new friends, participate in engaging programs, and connect with campus resources. Orientation for Compass students is the weekend of July 25, and you will be automatically registered.
Find more Orientation details
Do I need to participate in all the year-long Compass programming?
Yes, students are required to complete all the required Compass programming to be considered for full admission to Fort Lewis College the following year.
What happens if I don’t finish the Compass Program?
Each student’s situation is handled case by case, and if a student fails to meet the requirements of the Compass Program, their enrollment may be revoked based on a review with a committee and the student.