After identifying a perennial herb that had never been reported in Colorado before, Professor of Biology Ross McCauley welcomed three students to join him in a five-week Field Botany class with the goal of the course mirroring McCauley’s venture: to learn how to identify vascular plants while in the field.

Jack Llewellyn (English Communications, '87) came to Durango, sight unseen, in 1982 to attend college at FLC. These days, Llewellyn is one of Durango's first points of contact for many outsiders, newcomers, and up-and-coming business owners.

At the Success for Native America event in January, four Native American panelists, including Assistant Professor of Management Carma Claw, discussed the challenges of combining their heritage with the expectations and experiences of their careers. The event was featured in the September issue of Independent Banker.

Dawson Gipp, vice president of the Political Science Club and member of the FLC Ethics Team, contributed to an Indian Country Today newscast to talk about racism and mascots.

The Center of Southwest Studies is open for reservation-only viewing of its latest exhibition, "PIVOT," which features skateboard deck art from Native American artists.

Paul DeBell, assistant professor of Political Science, spoke to The Durango Herald about voters disassociating from traditional parties as a result of growing frustration with national politics.

FLC has been nationally recognized by LendEDU for having one of the lowest student loan debt figures in the country for the Class of 2019. FLC's average student debt per borrower figure of $19,429 ranked #38 in the country and #1 in Colorado.

Brian Burke, professor of Psychology, is nominated for Best Educator in Durango. Voting continues through September 12, 2020.

The Colorado Department of Higher Education featured Professional Advocate and Case Manager Kate Suazo and her team for their exemplary work in supporting students through the coronavirus pandemic this spring.

The Princeton Review named FLC as one of the 2021 Best Colleges in the Western region.

In an op-ed for The Durango Herald, President Stritikus reflects on the decision to return to campus for in-person instruction.

More than 1,400 residents and hundreds of FLC employees were tested for COVID-19 during move-in week. Free testing is available for FLC community members for the remainder of the semester. 

Cycling coach Dave Hagen has had unparalleled success as a college coach, clinching national championships and helping shape some Olympians along the way. He was featured on the 303Endurance podcast.

At their annual retreat, the Board of Trustees examined ways to deepen and reinforce Fort Lewis College’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

Except for cross-country and golf, FLC fall sports will not compete this season after the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference postponed football, men's and women's soccer, and volleyball games until Spring 2021.