News Briefs ‘Water justice’ delivered to Animas River via Durango resolution Fort Lewis College students successfully convinced Durango City Council to support a resolution acknowledging river rights for the Animas River.
In the News Fort Lewis College students study Falls Creek aquifer Capstone project offers real-world experience, practical data for subdivision residents.
News Briefs Diné Weaver Venancio Aragón Dyes Wool With Kool-Aid The Diné weaver and teacher reimagines pre-trading-post-era weaving techniques, continually coloring his practice with new aesthetic and material horizons. (Hyperallergic)
Professor advocates for rural science funding in next stimulus bill As further pandemic relief funding is considered, Professor Heidi Steltzer encourages the government to include money that supports science at rural colleges and universities to ensure equitable research opportunities and a better future for all.
Professor Juile Korb documents effective forest management practices In a 10-year study, Professor Julie Korb analyzed the effectiveness of tree thinning and prescribed burns on ecological resiliency for mixed-conifer forests in the western U.S. to help forest managers better understand regeneration during climate change.
Zoom theatre created for artists and community members The COVID-19 Theatrical Response Team, a Denver- and Zoom-based theatre company, was founded by Bradley Abeyta (ATT '11-'14) as a way for artists to keep stimulating their creative minds during home isolation and bring people together.
Political science major completes internship at George Washington University Political Science major Angel Benally just completed the Native American Political Leadership Program at George Washington University, a semester-long experience in hands-on applied politics, networking, and an interactive skills practicum.