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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.

Natchitoches Junior High JAG students explore media careers at NSU

Twenty-seven eighth graders from Natchitoches Junior High’s Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) program visited Northwestern State University’s Department of New Media, Journalism, and Communications Arts for an engaging seminar day Sept 13. During the visit, students showcased their commercials to professors Dr. Jessica Zhang, department head, and Jennifer Johnson, receiving feedback on their […]

NSU will return to normal operations Thursday, Sept. 12

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University will return to regular operations on Thursday, Sept. 12 at all campuses, including Natchitoches, Shreveport, Alexandria, Leesville, Marksville, and Barksdale.

Classes will follow their usual schedule, and all campus facilities will resume normal operations.

Drivers are encouraged to exercise caution, and commuters from more heavily impacted regions should monitor road conditions and […]

NSU will close Wednesday, Sept. 11 for Tropical Storm Francine

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 […]

Scholarship honoring Dr. Marcus Jones will benefit first generation students

NATCHITOCHES – A scholarship honoring Dr. Marcus Jones has been established through the Northwestern State University Foundation to benefit first generation students.  Jones was NSU president from 2021-2024 before returning to the University of Louisiana System office earlier this year to serve as executive vice president and chief operating officer.

Baton Rouge […]

LTC Arthur Smalley honored as honorary captain at football home opener

In continuing its tradition of honoring those who serve in the nation’s Armed Forces, Northwestern State University named Lieutenant Colonel Arthur Smalley the honorary captain during its home opening football game Sept. 7.

Smalley graduated from Northwestern State with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology in 1979.  He commanded the Black […]

Donors announce FAUNA Vet Tech Scholarship

NATCHITOCHES – Cammie Henry visited Northwestern State University’s Department of Veterinary Technology Sept. 4 to deliver a contribution and announce the Friends All United for Natchitoches Animals (FAUNA) Vet Tech Scholarship Fund. FAUNA is a Natchitoches-based animal advocacy and rescue group that has worked with NSU’s Vet Tech program for about 15 years.

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Edmonston named NSU’s Cenla Campus manager

Bryn Edmonston has been named manager of Northwestern State University’s Cenla campus.

Edmonston earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology at through the Louisiana Scholars’ College at NSU, then earned a master’s degree in Student Affairs in Higher Education. She previously worked in University Recruiting and Athletics. She will be the point of […]

Math teachers invited to Math 4 Fun Sept. 21

NATCHITOCHES – Faculty from Northwestern State University’s Department of Mathematics will take part in Math 4 Fun, a program set to take place at the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Northwest Louisiana History Museum on Saturday. Sept. 21.  Math teachers from elementary through college levels are invited to join fellow teachers for […]

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