Monday, June 12, 2023 1918 View all Fort Lewis College news Health & Human Performance How do human bodies work? FLC's Health & Human Performance Department investigates nutrition and movement to prevent and mitigate chronic diseases. Schlessman Family Hall draws academics from multiple disciplines to discover how to optimize performance. From the new high-altitude chamber to a hallway featuring sensors to monitor gait, this state-of-the-art facility showcases innovative equipment and lab spaces that will kickstart clinical research with real-world technology, equipping the region with the tools needed to improve personal health and the health of our communities. From addressing chronic health issues to achieving optimal athletic performance, FLC's Nutrition Science program provides just the right spice to build skills through in-class cooking experiences and access to Durango’s hyper-local food hub. Adapted-exercise courses in the Health & Human Performance Department connect students with community members in the newly remodeled Whalen Gymnasium at Schlessman Family Hall. As an athlete, I have always been interested in physical activities and healthy lifestyles, so I chose Exercise Physiology as my major and Nutrition as my minor. Going to Fort Lewis has been one of my best decisions ever. I’ve met amazing people from all kinds of circles, developed important skills for life, and made many friends. I would like to thank all the professors and staff who made this experience so special by seeing the people beyond their grades and making meaningful connections. Guy Leshem (Exercise Physiology, '23)