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In an interview with The Durango Herald, Wade Litt, assistant professor of Economics, pointed out that an economy largely tied to tourism makes southwest Colorado and La Plata County particularly vulnerable to spikes in COVID-19.

Elijah McClain’s death after a violent encounter with police deeply resonated with FLC alumnus Alex Blocker (Music, '16) — like McClain, Blocker is Black, in his twenties, and plays the violin. Blocker hopes that through his activism and music will come social justice, recognition that Black Lives Matter, and a brighter future for all.

The Native American Center hosted a Solidarity Walk and Student Showcase on Monday for Indigenous Peoples' Day, honoring the resilience of Indigenous peoples and celebrating Indigenous art, music, culture, unity, language, dance, storytelling, poetry, traditions, and food.

Provost Cheryl Nixon was interviewed by The Durango Herald recently about her first year at Fort Lewis College and what initially drew her to the institution and southwest Colorado.