At Fort Lewis College, learning isn’t passive—it’s personal, hands-on, and powered by place. Nestled between the mountains and desert in Durango, Colorado, our campus is a catalyst for discovery and impact. As Colorado’s only public liberal arts college, we believe in broad, interdisciplinary learning that sharpens your ability to think critically and adapt to a changing world.
Our professors don’t just lecture; they mentor and collaborate, bringing you into their research, creative work, and real-world problem-solving. Whether you’re engineering sustainable solutions, launching a business, producing original films, or conducting field research, you’ll graduate with more than a degree—you’ll have the experience, confidence, and connections to go anywhere. And with one of the lowest tuitions of any four-year public college in Colorado, an FLC education is both accessible and invaluable.
Majors
Of tenured faculty have highest degree in their field
Programs in the Top 10 according to Schools.com
Average class size
Classes with fewer than 50 students
Student to faculty ratio
Campus residents
Miles of trails to hike and bike
World-class ski resorts within driving distance
The board voted unanimously to approve Shotton after a closed discussion. A final decision on her appointment is expected at the board’s April 11 meeting.
Shotton, who also serves as Acting Dean of Students at FLC, was selected from more than 75 applicants.
Fort Lewis College students partner with local entrepreneur and FLC alumnus Stuart Buergler (Accounting, ’17) to evaluate faster, safer burn treatment for emergency medicine.
The grant, through the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, focuses on developing culturally responsible faculty mentoring and creating hands-on research opportunities for undergraduate students.