Featured Stories Undergraduate Research FLC seniors study beetroot’s impact on cycling performance in hands-on research project A group of senior exercise physiology students at Fort Lewis College is conducting a hands-on research study examining the effects of beetroot supplementation on cycling performance, leveraging Durango's elite cycling community and cutting-edge sensor technology to analyze muscle oxygenation and endurance.
Leadership FLC names Vice President of Diversity Affairs, Heather Shotton, as the sole finalist in presidential search Shotton, who also serves as Acting Dean of Students at FLC, was selected from more than 75 applicants.
Student Stories With an expanded team and fresh vision, FLC strengthens career exploration, support DURANGO—Fort Lewis College Career & Workforce Director Janae Hunderman is on a mission to ensure that every student understands how to navigate the ever-changing world of work. "My dream is that every student graduates with a clear understanding of who they are, how their skills matter, and what their next steps should be," said Hunderman, who joined FLC last fall with...
Undergraduate Research FLC seniors test innovative medical device that could revolutionize emergency care Fort Lewis College students partner with local entrepreneur and FLC alumnus Stuart Buergler (Accounting, ’17) to evaluate faster, safer burn treatment for emergency medicine.
Fort Lewis College alumni turn passion for adventure into thriving local business Alumni-founded Durango Outdoor Exchange celebrates 10 years of success.
Fulbright Scholar, FLC Professor Justin McBrayer arrives to teach Fake News at U. of Genova University of Genova Life
Photo of the week Two Fort Lewis College students give each other a fist bump as the Hozhoni Ambassadors prepare to lead the Grand Entrance behind them.
New $250,000 grant aims to build bridges to graduate school for STEM students The grant, through the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, focuses on developing culturally responsible faculty mentoring and creating hands-on research opportunities for undergraduate students.
FLC alumnus bridges Indigenous knowledge and Western conservation at Grand Canyon Jack Pongyesva, an FLC alumnus, blends Western and Hopi perspectives in his work at the Grand Canyon Trust, advocating for Indigenous stewardship, education, and economic development while ensuring tribal voices shape the park’s future.
Fort Lewis College named a top producer of Fulbright U.S. Scholars Professors Ellen Paul and Justin McBrayer have each been awarded their second Fulbright for the 2024-25 cycle. Paul is conducting research on post-conflict reconciliation in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and McBrayer is studying strategies to counter fake news in Italy. Their experiences will enrich FLC’s academic community, fostering global perspectives among students.
Cultivating change: FLC alumna Maggie Magierski is leading sustainability efforts on campus From student leader to sustainability champion, Magierski fosters ecological stewardship and Indigenous foodways at FLC.