Coronavirus & COVID-19 Information

Coronavirus Updates and Important Information

Fort Lewis College is actively monitoring the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Colorado and taking proactive measures to ensure the health and well-being of each member of our community in accordance with the guidance provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

• Admission is now offering online and in-person tours. See Campus Visit options.
• Governor Polis has issued a mask order indoors for Colorado residents and visitors.

Fall 2020 info

It’s time to Gear Up for coming back to campus this fall! Our plans for the semester include in-person instruction and all of your favorite activities, but with safety measures in place, like masks and distancing, to keep our community healthy. The Skyhawk community cares - respect and protect each other's well being!

LEARN MORE ABOUT FALL 2020

Take care of yourself and your fellow Skyhawks

We understand that this can be an overwhelming time for our students. Take care of your health first. Focus on what you have control over and stay centered in what makes you feel safe and calm.

• Practice social distancing: Maintain at least six feet distance between yourself and others.
• Stay home unless you are seeking critical medical care or have essential travel to the grocery store, doctor, or pharmacy.
• Safely cover your face with a bandana or homemade cotton face covering when in public.
• Do not gather in groups of more than 10 people.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Wash your hands frequently and thoroughly with soap and water. In the absence of soap and water, use hand-sanitizer.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue or bent elbow.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

COVID-19 symptoms may be flu-like, ranging from mild to serious, and include fever, cough, and difficulty breathing. Individuals with these symptoms and potential exposure to coronavirus are advised to stay home for 14 days except to get medical care. Call San Juan Basin Public Health at 970-247-5702 for guidance.

Other resources

• CARES Act Application
• Centers for Disease Control & Prevention
• Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment
• San Juan Basin Public Health