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About Leah Jackson

Leah Jackson is Northwestern State University's Director of Public Information and Media Relations. She is a 1994 and 2011 graduate of NSU and has been on staff since 2004.

You, the holidays and infection prevention

As we approach the Thanksgiving break, please continue all precautions to mitigate the spread of illness to friends and family.

  • Continue daily health checks and monitor for any signs of illness.
  • Wash hands often and use hand sanitizer if soap and water is not available.
  • Avoid touching your face.
  • Stay home and away from others […]

Online shoppers can help NSU Foundation through AmazonSmile

NATCHITOCHES – AmazonSmile is now available for online shoppers who wish to assist the Northwestern State University Foundation. Upon choosing to support NSU Foundation through Amazon, 0.5% of the purchase price for eligible items during checkout will be donated to the NSU Foundation for the betterment and advancement of the university.

Signing up is an easy […]

Moulton, colleagues contribute to psychology textbook

NATCHITOCHES – Dr. Patrice Moulton, a professor of psychology at Northwestern State University, co-authored a publication, “Clinical Supervision in the Helping Professions:  A Practical Guide,” published with leaders in the field of psychology Dr. Gerald Corey, Robert Haynes and Dr. Michelle Muratori. It is the 12th book Moulton has authored in her publishing career.

Authoring the […]

Kristy Willis pursuing goals through AMT program

NATCHITOCHES – Kristy Willis knew she needed a college education to make a better life for her family. While attending a career fair, she heard about a program through which she could work, attend classes and earn credentials that could potentially lead to a bachelor’s degree.  She enrolled in the Advanced Manufacturing Technician program, a […]

Artists will present Maker’s Faire Dec. 8-10

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Department of Fine and Graphic Art will present the annual Maker’s Faire, a bazaar of original art, handcrafts, textiles, paintings, ceramics and more created by students and faculty.

The Maker’s Faire will be from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8-Thursday, Dec. 10 in Orville Hanchey Gallery.

Prices are reasonable at the annual […]

Maggio urges NSU family to stay focused as semester’s end draws near

NATCHITOCHES – With the end of the semester in sight and registration for the Spring 2021 semester underway, Northwestern State University President Dr. Chris Maggio offered words of encouragement to students, faculty and staff.

“As we near the end of 2020, I encourage everyone to stay focused,” Maggio said. “So much has happened this year to […]

Centenarian says healthy living, staying positive are keys to longevity

NATCHITOCHES – Corinne Mondello Dowden has witnessed a lot in her long life and has some advice for young people: “Get educated and have a purpose in life.”

Dowden, age 101, earned a degree in home economics at Louisiana State Normal College, as Northwestern State University was then known, in 1943 and from her home in […]

NSU students earn Shreveport Journalism Foundation scholarships

NATCHITOCHES – Two students from Northwestern State University’s Department of New Media, Journalism and Communication Arts were awarded scholarships from the Shreveport Journalism Foundation. Leanna Coy and Brianna Corley each received $1,000

Coy, a junior communication major from Natchitoches, won the Kerry Garland Memorial Scholarship presented to a junior or senior in a journalism or public relations program. […]

Fall Commencement Information Page is live

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University has created a page on the university website where users can find information about Fall 2020 Commencement, which will be held Thursday, Dec. 17-Friday, Dec. 18 in Prather Coliseum.

Click this link https://www.nsula.edu/graduation/ to access general information and Frequently Asked Questions regarding this year’s format, which is being guided by […]

E Lab continues Veterans Day tradition

Watch the virtual program here:  https://youtu.be/pXDq849eTcQ

NATCHITOCHES – Veterans and guests who participated in the Northwestern State University Lab School’s annual Veterans Day program were first greeted with a long line of American flags fluttering along Caldwell Drive with each flag representing a student at the school. Large signs, some created by the students, saluted […]

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