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FLC Triathalon Turning 25

Story by Bob Brockley

Fort Lewis College’s annual triathlon will be celebrating its 25th anniversary on Sun., April 14th. The 10 a.m. race involves a 500-meter swim in the campus pool, a 15-mile bike ride on pavement, and a 5K run that uses the Rim Trail. “It isn’t a mini-triathlon - it is a sprint triathlon,” said Gerry Geraghty, who sprinted his way into 1st place last year with a time...

Three Inducted to FLC Hall of Fame

Story by Michaela Leach

Three new members were inducted in the Fort Lewis College Hall of Fame, which recognizes outstanding student athletes as well as entire teams. The reason behind the Hall of Fame is to recognize FLC women and men who have made an impact on the community during their time here as well as after graduation, said Gary Hunter, the athletic director at FLC. The latest members to become inducted...

Woven to Wear: CSWS Exhibition

Story by Meryl Ramsey

The Woven to Wear exhibit featuring Navajo and Puebloan textiles is currently on display in the Center of Southwest Studies here at Fort Lewis College. The exhibit features many pieces from not only the vaults and collection of textiles from the CSWS itself but pieces that are loaned and donated from various other collections in the area.  “The exhibits develop here, with very...

Hozhoni Days: A Test of Culture

Story by Michaela Leach

The Miss Hozhoni Days pageant is taking place March 29-30 in the Wahlen Gymnasium at Fort Lewis College, and will consist of speakers, powwowing, traditional food, and celebration of many Native American cultures. The pageant comes to a conclusion when the winner has been chosen as the new Miss Hozhoni. The pageant events are free and open to the public. In the...

Making Studies an Adventure: Study Abroad

Story by Michaela Leach

Over 200 students from Fort Lewis College are currently studying abroad at some point this academic year, comprising roughly 10 percent of the student body population. Studying abroad can be an option for every student, no matter what major or financial status may be. The first step in planning study abroad is making an appointment with Jennifer Gay, the coordinator at the International...

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