Bridging the gap between the traditional and the modern world, Camela Brown (Biology, ‘20) paves a new path forward for science educators and communicators working in Indigenous communities. “I want to fuse everything and get these kids to realize it’s okay to be good at something, to be strong, to excel,” she said.

Mentor, researcher, chemist — read the decades-spanning story of Ted Bartlett, a former professor of Chemistry at Fort Lewis College. Through student-driven inquiry and a focus on experiential learning, Bartlett transformed FLC’s Chemistry Department with his unconventional research focus. 

Outdoor Pursuits is on a journey to be as inclusive as possible as it seeks to serve all students and create opportunities for different cultural experiences of the great outdoors.

Travis Whipple joins FLC as the new Athletic Director. Whipple comes to Durango with more than 15 years of senior-level experience, serving most recently as the vice president of College Relations at Crown College in St. Bonifacius, Minnesota.

Since 2014, a group called Twin Cities Native Lacrosse has brought Minnesotans together, including FLC student Nina Polk (ATT '20-21), to participate in the Indigenous tradition of lacrosse, which originated before colonization by Europeans.

FLC cycling alumnae Kira Payer (ATT '17-20) and Sarah Sturm (Art, ‘12) went one-two in the women's pro road race at the 50th Annual Iron Horse Bicycle Classic.

The Board of Trustees approved a $3,000 raise for FLC employees for the 2022-23 fiscal year, which will go to about 375 faculty and administrative professionals. Additionally, about 115 classified employees will receive a 3% annual increase as legislated by the Colorado WINS agreement.

The Steamworks Half Marathon returned to Durango after a two-year hiatus, with Makiah Salzano (Business Administration, '22) winning the women’s race and finishing sixth overall in 1:28:09.

Nate Peach, visiting assistant professor of Economics, spoke to The Durango Herald about the labor shortages impacting local employers, who are trying to implement creative solutions to fill positions. 

The Native American Media Alliance also announced Joshua Emerson (Economics, '19) as a fellow for the 2nd Annual Native American Writers Seminar, a month-long intensive program that develops emerging writers who are new to writing for film and television.

Kyser Seaney (Chemistry, '18; M.A. Education, '20) received the 2022 University of Colorado Boulder’s Outstanding Colorado High School Educator Award, a title given to educators who have demonstrated a commitment to helping students achieve their higher education goals.

Former and current Skyhawks are represented across multiple mountain bike disciplines on this year's USA Cycling National Team, including Savilia Blunk (ATT '17-20), first-year Bailey Cioppa, sophomore Ruth Holcomb, and first-year Emma Artz. Go Skyhawks!

After 20 years working as a registered dietitian, Marnie Clay, assistant professor of Nutrition, brings her knowledge to the classroom, helping launch Fort Lewis College’s latest Health Sciences degree in Nutrition. Marnie Clay looks on as Rotem Ishay, lab coordinator, demonstrates how to make hummus in Clay's Nutritions & Culture class. “Nutrition is just...

When Danielle Joe (Accounting, ’20) arrived at Fort Lewis College with her young son, Alexander, the single mother was determined to get her degree. A member of the Navajo Nation, Joe wanted to join her family’s thriving mercantile legacy on the largest Indian reservation in the U.S. But first, she needed to build the skills. 

Top image: Brothers Jim (right) and Bill Carver stand behind the bar in the back of Carver Brewing Company on Main Avenue in downtown Durango, Colorado. When they showed up in Durango in 1987, selling homemade beer was illegal but in 1988 the law changed to accommodate their dream. Thirty-five years later, Carver Brewing Co. is one of the Southwest's most celebrated family-owned brew...