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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.

NSU cuts ribbon on Center for Excellence in Teaching

Natchitoches – Northwestern State University’s School of Education hosted a ribbon-cutting for the new Center for Excellence in Teaching, which will serve aspiring teachers through mentoring, coaching, workshops, service projects and well-being awareness. The CET is located in Room 113 C of the Teacher Education Center.  Joining the ribbon-cutting were, from left, Dr. […]

Sept. 30 Language and Culture Series lecture will focus on Taiwan

Natchitoches – Northwestern State University’s chapter of Phi Beta Delta will present this semester’s Language and Culture Series focusing on the Taiwan at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 30 in the Varnado Hall Ballroom.  Dr. Chialing Hsiehwill be guest lecturer offering insights into the language and culture of Taiwan.  Hsieh is a pianist and […]

NSU Scholar’s experience with Governor’s Fellows Program enhances interest in government, economic development

Natchitoches – Alex Engstrom believes in solving problems through dialogue, partnerships and putting aside politics.

Engstrom is a junior in the Louisiana Scholars’ College at Northwestern State University and last year founded Demons in Government, a student group focused on cultivating a spirit of political awareness and responsibility.  His interest in government and economic […]

NSU shines with multiple wins at Louisiana Nurses Foundation Nightingale Gala

Natchitoches – The Louisiana Nurses Foundation recognized Northwestern State University’s College of Nursing with several awards during the LNF Nightingale Gala.

NSU’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree program was named Nursing School of the Year for the Graduate Degree Program. Dr. Aimee Badeaux, interim dean of the College of Nursing and […]

NSU partners with IBM to launch groundbreaking AI course

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University is set to launch a pioneering artificial intelligence programming course in partnership with IBM, one of the world’s tech leaders. NSU is the first and only institution to be recognized as a success story by IBM Power Skills Academy.

Starting in Spring 2025, NSU’s School of Business […]

Covington elected to office for Mathematical Association of America

Natchitoches – Dr. Judith Covington, professor of mathematics at Northwestern State University, was elected by the Congress of the Mathematical Association of America (MAA) as the chair of Council on Sections.
As chair of the Council on Sections, she will oversee the four committees of the council, the Committee on Section Bylaws, Committee on […]

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 […]

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