Durango, Colorado - Joshua Ladd, a 2016 Dexter High School graduate, began his coursework at Fort Lewis College in Durango on August 26, 2016.

Among his achievements in high school, Ladd continually excelled in art classes under the direction of Clint Twaddell.  He claimed several awards for his artistic talents during his career at Dexter High school and is majoring in Studio Art at Fort Lewis College.

Fort Lewis College offers a blend of small classes and academic programs, and a liberal arts perspective that promotes learning experiences that foster entrepreneurship, leadership, creative problem solving, and life-long learning.