NATCHITOCHES – Due to the anticipated impacts of Tropical Storm Francine, all campuses of Northwestern State University will close on Wednesday, September 11. Normal operations are expected to resume on Thursday, September 12.

Residence halls will remain open, and dining services will continue with a modified schedule. Additional details about dining services will be communicated directly to residential students.

The NSU WRAC will be open from 5:30 a.m.-8 p.m., but no exercise classes will be available.

All university gates except the Caspari Street entrance will remain closed throughout the day Wednesday, Sept. 11.  All vehicle traffic entering or exiting the NSU campus must go through the Caspari St. entrance. University Police will be monitoring all potential hazardous weather conditions, and will remain on campus through the closure.

“We understand that many of our students come from regions in South and Central Louisiana that may be directly impacted by the storm. Please know that the safety of our students is our top priority,” said NSU President James Genovese

Essential personnel will be on campus as needed to ensure the safety and security of the community. All scheduled events for Wednesday will be rescheduled, with further updates to follow.

To stay informed of developments as they occur, visit  www.nsula.edu, and following NSU’s official social media channels:

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