Celebration of Adventure awards and celebrates students in the outdoors Outdoor Pursuits held its annual Celebration of Adventure virtually this spring, showcasing students' film and photos of 'getting rad outside' and spreading the stoke for big adventures.
Professor Paul Booth receives awards for graphic design A Paul Booth original was named Print Advertising Winner at the 2020 Communicator Awards. The Communication Design professor also received an honorable mention at the London International Creative Competition for his illustration.
FLC librarian Lauren Connolly interviewed about her new self-published novel Remembering a Witch FLC librarian Lauren Connolly spoke to The Colorado Sun about her new self-published novel Remembering a Witch.
Taylor Nakai receives Together Towards Tomorrow scholarship Taylor Nakai, a Together Towards Tomorrow scholarship recipient and computer engineering major, is making plans to be a software engineer in the healthcare or aerospace fields.
Matt Wassam (Business Administration, '98) recognized as a Titan 100, one of Colorado's top 100 CEOs Congratulations to Matt Wassam (Business Administration, '98) for being recognized as a Titan 100, one of Colorado's top 100 CEOs.
FLC has most affordable bachelor's program in Crime Scene Investigation and Forensic Science FLC's Chemistry degree with a minor in Forensic Studies was named as one the most affordable bachelor’s programs in Crime Scene Investigation and Forensic Science for 2020-21.
President Stritikus takes voluntary 20% pay cut amid state budget shortfalls President Tom Stritikus voluntarily took a 20% pay reduction, leading the way as FLC looks to lower costs amid state budget shortfalls resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Students draw and journal their way through quarantine When Art 300 Sketchbook Habit students transitioned to virtual instruction, they used their new environments and experiences through COVID-19 as inspiration. Their work was compiled by Professor Susan Moss and is viewable online.
FLC alumna elected to Cortez City Council Rachel Medina (Geology, '13) was elected to City Council in Cortez, Colorado and appointed as mayor pro tem. She'll serve a four-year term.
Three FLC staff share their plans for Fall 2020 with InsideTrack FLC is crafting Fall 2020 plans on how academics and activities will reconvene on campus. Three staff members shared their thoughts with InsideTrack on how they're adapting services to support students.
Local artist sees appreciation of arts change during pandemic Lorna Meaden (Art, '94) has noticed artists and their creations have earned new appreciation during the coronavirus pandemic as people spend more time at home, seeking the arts for entertainment and support.
Professor Andy Gulliford recalls the local toll of influenza pandemic of 1918 In 1918, influenza was a global challenge and public health crisis that had a severe impact on Four Corners communities, according to Professor Andrew Gulliford, who spoke to KSUT about the pandemic.
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.