The Mellon Foundation has awarded Fort Lewis College with a $1.5 million grant for the revitalization of Native languages. The funds will go toward constructing the All Our Nations Language Revitalization Hub, housed in the Native American & Indigenous Studies Department.

Lee Bitsóí, associate vice president for Diversity Affairs, leaves behind a legacy of integrity at Fort Lewis College when he starts a new position at Brandeis University next month. Among his many achievements was helping campus navigate the harrowing history of the Fort Lewis boarding school.

Durango stalwarts and siblings Karen Zink and Steve Short are supporting the new nursing program with more than $1 million in philanthropic support, which will aid in hiring a program lead, fund scholarships, and more. 

Fabian Martinez (History, '18) was honored with third place for Best Feature Story in the 2021 National Native Media Awards from the Native American Journalist Association for his article detailing the history and repair of the La Boca bridge. Martinez researched the history of the steel railroad bridge in The Southern Ute Drum’s archive and talked with elders who lived during that...

Fort Lewis College Trustee Ellen Roberts concluded her term after three years on the Board. Among her many achievements was the preservation of the Native American Tuition Waiver, an essential program for many Indigenous students at FLC.

The Fort Lewis College Police Department was among the eight local policing agencies represented in the annual “Shop With a Cop” event. In a heartwarming display of community outreach, 200 local children were given $150 to shop for clothes, home supplies, and Christmas gifts.

Andrew Gulliford, professor of History and Environmental Studies, discussed a fascinating mystery at Red Mountain Pass with Colorado Public Radio.

Paul Major has been appointed by Colorado Gov. Jared Polis to the Fort Lewis College Board of Trustees. As the CEO of the Telluride Foundation, Major brings with him invaluable experience in working with large, multifaceted organizations.

Ben Rogers (Anthropology and History, ‘10) was named president of the Rapid City Journal. As a Colorado native, Rogers will bring the skills he learned at Fort Lewis College to bear in his new position.

Marina Zimmerman (Political Science, ‘08) has filed to run in the June 28 Republican primary in Colorado's 3rd Congressional District. Marina intends to run on a platform focusing on mental health, investment in renewable energy, and stewardship of Colorado’s public lands.

Janae Hunderman (Spanish, '03) is stepping into an educational consulting position with the state of Colorado. Her transition comes after successfully launching the Business Education Connection, a program that helps students discover their interests and develop their talents through internships and work-based learning. Marie Kehm, former internship coordinator with Career Services at FLC,...

Andrew Gulliford, professor of History and Environmental Studies, wrote a guest column in The Durango Herald on teaching the events of last year’s attack on the United States Capitol. Gulliford further writes about the incredible responsibility he feels to teach those events accurately.

Andrea Taylor (Business Administration-Marketing, '05) has been appointed as the general manager of the Sky Ute Casino. Taylor has had a distinguished career in service to the Southern Ute Indian Tribe and is also the owner of the Taylor Private Security firm. 

Heidi Steltzer, professor of Environment & Sustainability, spoke to VICE about the uniqueness of alpine climates in climate change research. Steltzer notes that mountains have long been a refuge from the ravages of the current climate crisis. 

Durango will once again be hosting the annual USA Cycling Collegiate Mountain Bike National Championships at Purgatory Resort in October this year.