In the News The FIT program provides a strong foundation for aspiring and beginning farmers through morning field work, afternoon classes, and field trips.
In the News Fort Lewis College student runs, rides and swims over 130 miles in 23 hours – just for fun Sofie Hill wanted pay homage to Durango through a feat of endurance.
Colorado education community hopes tax deal will end threat from ‘catastrophic’ ballot measures Colorado lawmakers convening for a special session about property taxes have been sent a clear message by the governor and others: Protect funding for K-12 and higher education, or we won’t be happy. The article quotes a Fort Lewis College Board of Trustees resolution opposing the measures. "Such significant state budget cuts could lead to severe reductions in funding for essential...
Farming and ranching statistics in Southwest Colorado trend opposite to national numbers Farming and ranching statistics in Southwest Colorado trend opposite to national numbers thanks, in part, to the Old Fort which hosts hands-on agricultural education, including Farmers in Training, Farm Incubator and Ranching Apprenticeship programs. (The Durango Herlald)
Sixty years ago, Morley and Arthur Ballantine, Jr. agreed to donate $10,000 to establish a campus. Andrew Gulliford, a professor of history at FLC, explores how that idea has expanded and grown since then. (The Durango Herald)
Skyhawks Club Casino Night reaches new heights The 鶹ѸשAthletics Department is celebrating a successful second annual Skyhawks Club Casino Night. This year, the event raised over $60,000—surpassing last year's amount and totaling over $110,000 raised since the event's inception. "I'm incredibly proud of our coaches and staff for their commitment to our external goals," said Director of Athletics Travis...