At Fort Lewis College, students discover more than academics—they find a strong support system, dedicated mentors, and a community that fosters personal and professional growth.

Few things bring people together like cooking a meal, sharing a table, and moving to the rhythm of familiar beats. At Fort Lewis College, students have been doing just that during Black History Month—connecting through food, music, and culture in celebrations that highlight both the richness of Black heritage and the intersections between different communities on campus.

Nearly 400 Fort Lewis College students have interned at Durango School District 9-R's SOIL Lab.

Students gather to enjoy fried chicken kabobs at Fort Lewis College's El Centro during the Sazon and Soul event on February 10th, celebrating Black History Month. Don't miss the next BHM event happening this Thursday February 13th in the Student Union Ballroom, Trailblazers: Stories from Black Alumni.

Melissa Mount, vice president for advancement and CEO of the Fort Lewis College Foundation, has been recognized with the 2025 CASE District VI Chief Executive Leadership Award for her work in fundraising and institutional advancement.

If you are at all romantic, you might appreciate an abundance of twinkling stars over a snow-covered landscape, but if you are an astrophotographer you quickly learn to despise the twinkles, writes Fort Lewis Observatory Director Charles Hakes.

Kevin O'Neal-Smith, (Economics, Business Management, 18'), a lifelong Alaskan, has pursued a career that supports and celebrates community, business, and the environment.

Billie, (Education, '14; M.A. Cultural and Linguistically Diverse Education, '24), was recognized with the Milken Educator Award for her impact in New Mexico classrooms. At FLC, Billie enjoyed getting hands-on experience early on. "I wasn’t just learning about teaching—I was seeing it firsthand, working with students and figuring out what kind of teacher I wanted...

A first-gen student who grew up in rural a rural Massachusetts town, Jess Savage credits the power of mentorship—with inspiring her life’s work. 

Take a look back at Fort Lewis College’s milestones, accomplishments, and moments that made this year extraordinary.