AJ Repinski
A Students Guide to Election Season, According to an Expert
Election season is right around the corner, and for Fort Lewis students, 2024 is shaping up to be a big year.
To cover the election cycle, The Independent will be conducting a four-part series about student attitudes and feelings towards ballot issues and elections.
Paul DeBell, an associate professor of political science and the faculty advisor for the Political Engagement...
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Junior Parrish
What You Should Know About Campus Support for Unhealthy Relationships
(Disclaimer: mentions Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Abusive relationships, etc.)
At Fort Lewis College, you are not alone. Many resources are available to students who are affected by unhealthy or abusive relationships, offering support and guidance in difficult times.
One major resource on campus is Title IX, coordinated by Madiline Gillman, and is located upstairs in the Skyhawk...
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Kiiyahno Edgewater
An Overview On The Parking Situation At FLC
In recent years Fort Lewis College has implemented new policies that could help reduce limited parking across campus, as well as congested lots.
The question arises, who’s responsible for the increase?
In 2022, FLC Police & Parking Service Department increased the price for parking permits by $20, Deming said.
“$10 of that increase was to offset the cost of...
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Zara Tucker
The past, present, and future of FLC Cycling
Fort Lewis College Cycling celebrates its 30th anniversary this fall, and along each season comes new challenges and opportunities.
The team is looking forward to another year of racing, getting people on bikes, and building a fleet of happy and healthy cyclists, Chad Cheeney, the endurance coach of FLC cycling said.
The history of cycling in Durango runs deep, Cheeney...
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Kiiyahno Edgewater
During the Sept. 18 meeting of the fall semester, the Associated Students of Fort Lewis College passed two resolutions and detailed their plans for upcoming events.
Resolution 25-02 was unanimously approved, appointing Sen. Kyle Hornbuckle to the administrative parliamentarian position.
Sen. Thomas Bearden amended resolution 24-02 from the previous meeting to 25-03, which was...
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