In a galaxy not so far away, Indigenous artists have found a connection to Star Wars, weaving their cultural heritage with the mythos of the beloved franchise. The Center of Southwest Studies at FLC has been hosted an exhibit featuring Indigenous artists’ interpretations of Star Wars art. It closes this week. (KSJD)

FLC provides students with comfortable dorms surrounded by the beauty of the San Juan Mountains. The dorms are designed to create a strong sense of community and easy access to the outdoors. (University Magazine)

Colorado cuenta con bastantes recursos para asegurar que los estudiantes no paguen el costo completo de ir a la universidad. Algunos programas ofrecen la opción de estudiar gratis. En FLC, estudiantes de familias que ganan menos de $70,000 al año pueden estudiar sin pagar matrícula (tuition). (Chalkbeat)

Manny Wheeler's idea for the project came from speaking with his wife, a language teacher, about the future of the Navajo language and its preservation. The film will be screened on Sept. 26.

Bridging science and tradition, Professor Lee inspires  Native American and underrepresented students to explore data science and scientific computing while studying the mining impacts on the San Juan Watershed.
 

FLC is among many community colleges and universities in Colorado providing food assistance to students at a time when food costs have spiked and more students are believed to be experiencing hunger. (Chalkbeat)

Fort Lewis College has partnered with the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus to establish a new nursing training facility on its campus. U.S. Sen. John Hickenlooper toured the facility on Aug. 29, highlighting the importance of local educational opportunities in retaining healthcare professionals in rural areas. (Local News Network)

FLC was among 12 colleges that contributed to NASA’s Scientific Balloon Program this year. Eight balloon flights carrying scientific experiments and technology demonstrations are scheduled to launch from mid-August through mid-October. (NASA)