Strategic Plan
Through bold goals, collaborative action, and a deep commitment to equity and place, Fort Lewis College is shaping a future where all students can thrive. From strengthening academics and expanding community partnerships to advancing reconciliation and basic needs, our strategic plan guides meaningful change across campus and beyond. Explore the stories behind our five directions and see how ÅÝܽ¶ÌÊÓÆµ is turning vision into impact.
Orange, an enrolled member of the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma, gained national recognition with his debut novel, There There, which became a New York Times bestseller and offers a poignant exploration of urban Native American life.
New Fort Lewis College president on opportunities, Indigenous heritage and first-gen students
Addressing more than 100 staff members in the Student Union Ballroom, Dr. Heather Shotton, the sole finalist for the presidency of Fort Lewis College, shared her vision for the institution before taking questions from the audience.
Lacy Miller's internship at the Center for Southwest Studies has helped her master best practices in handling, displaying, storing, and documenting objects while also developing leadership and project management skills.