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Jeff McFarlane receives $650,000 from National Institutes of Health

Jeff McFarlane, Assistant Professor of Chemistry, received $650,000 over four years from the National Institutes of Health for a SURE grant “Characterization of polyamine biosynthetic enzymes from human gut microbes associated with colon and pancreatic cancer.”

Missy Thompson receives $227,297 from National Science Foundation

Missy Thompson, associate professor of Health Sciences, received $227,297 over three years from the National Science Foundation for an IUSE grant “Development of Indigenous-focused Course-based Undergraduate Research Experiences through STEM Faculty Professional Development.”

Brnady

Wishing to realize her full athletic and academic potential, accomplished cross country athlete Brandy Ray (Diné) transferred to Fort Lewis College mid-season for its intensive running program. She said the quality coaching and high elevation had pushed her performance to the next level. 

Harvey

Jonathan Harvey, chair and associate professor of Geosciences, is using lidar technology to answer one of the most pressing questions around climate change: 

Maggie

Maggie Summers Tarbert (Graphic Design, ‘13) will have her artwork featured on t-shirts created for the 51st Annual Mountain Fair in Carbondale, Colorado. Tarbert's piece incorporates moths and lunar iconography, which she said symbolizes rebirth—a fitting theme for a mountain town recovering from the economic effects of COVID-19.

Guy Man

Aaron Champenoy, assistant athletic director for external operations, will leave Fort Lewis College to assume his new position as the head men’s soccer coach at Montana State University Billings. Among his many contributions to ÅÝܽ¶ÌÊÓÆµ was the addition of lights to Dirk's Field to allow for night games.

Peach

Nate Peach, visiting assistant professor of Economics, explains the macroeconomic factors driving prices up in mountain communities like Durango. Peach cites supply chain issues, labor costs, and an influx in money supply created by the Federal Reserve.

Marquis

Marquis Who's Who Top Educators recognized Amanda Schoolland (Music Education, ‘11) for her education, achievements, and leadership in music education. Schoolland’s roots as a Skyhawk are underscored by her commitment to excellence in teaching the next generations of performers.

Savilia

Former Fort Lewis College cyclist Savilia Blunk (ATT '18-21) scored a pro women’s cross country national title on Saturday in Winter Park, Colorado. Blunk’s win highlights the stellar athletic talent that ÅÝܽ¶ÌÊÓÆµ attracts from around the world.

Jones

Fort Lewis College alumnus Justin Jones (Political Science, ‘94) is making a bid for President of the Navajo Nation. As an experienced lawyer specializing in tribal law, Jones is basing his platform on substantial business regulation reform and the removal of “tribal red tape.”

Ascent

Ascent Digital Marketing, a company formed in December by Ben Sorensen (Marketing, ‘13) and Brittany See (Psychology, '15), has seen massive growth in its inaugural year with nearly 80 new clients. To keep this forward momentum, Sorensen and See turned to their alma mater to expand their team with alumni and students from ÅÝܽ¶ÌÊÓÆµ.

Siegrist

David Siegrist (Environmental Studies, '20) is making a splash in the mountain biking market with his company Sanitas Cycles. Utilizing skills he learned at Fort Lewis College, Siegrist hopes to craft custom-built cyclocross bikes for the ÅÝܽ¶ÌÊÓÆµ cycling team.

Blah

Durango Theaterworks staged a WWII-era interpretation of Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing at the outdoor Joe & Clela Busby Amphitheater. Theatergoers relished enrapturing sunsets and performances on ÅÝܽ¶ÌÊÓÆµ's picturesque grounds.

Glover

After 42 years of shaping mountain bike culture in Durango, Mountain Bike Specialists Manager John Glover (Agricultural Science & Art, '80) will retire. Having witnessed the boom of cycling in the 1980s, Glover made his passion into a life-long career.

Cooley

The Botanical Society of America recognized Emma Cooley (Biology, ‘21) with the 2022 Young Botanist Award. Given to graduating seniors who have made notable contributions to plant science, the award recipients have their names published in the Plant Science Bulletin.
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