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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.

Northwestern State seeks nominations for Long Purple Line

NATCHITOCHES – Nominations are open for Northwestern State University’s Long Purple Line.  The deadline to submit nominations is May 5.

The Long Purple Line, NSU’s Alumni Hall of Distinction, was established in 1990 to provide recognition and appreciation to individuals whose career accomplishments or service to their fellow man have enhanced the […]

Peace, Love and Special Olympics! NSU hosts Red River Area Games

March 18, 2025

NATCHITOCHES – A parade of athletes with the hearts of champions competed in Special Olympics Louisiana Red River Area Games March 18.

Athletes, coaches and supporters from East Natchitoches Elementary, Fairview Alpha, Goldonna, Lakeview, Marthaville, Natchitoches Central, NSU Middle Lab, Provencal, Weaver Elementary, Cenla, Red River, Castor and […]

NSU to host AI and Leadership forum tomorrow evening

March 18, 2025

NATCHITOCHES – The highly anticipated Leadership in the Age of AI forum at Northwestern State University is Wednesday, March 19 at 5:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall on campus, providing basic and essential insight into the rapidly growing impact of artificial intelligence on our daily lives.

This free, […]

Symphony Society supports scholarships for NSU music students

March 18, 2025

NATCHITOCHES – The Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Society announced the allocation of $30,000 in scholarship funds aimed at supporting string players in their musical pursuits.

“This initiative, designed to provide financial assistance to students aspiring to hone their craft, is part of the broader commitment to fostering the next generation […]

NSU volunteer earns Super Bowl Teammate MVP recognition

March 17, 2025

NATCHITOCHES – A simple act of kindness earned Justin Lee of Natchitoches a special recognition following his experience as an NFL Teammate volunteer at Super Bowl LIX.  Lee was named a Teammate MVP by MOONSHOT, the provider of customer service training for the NFL.  He is one of only […]

NSU Research Council issues call for papers for 38th annual Research Day

March 14, 2025

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Research Council will host the 38th annual Research Day Thursday, April 3.  Faculty, staff, graduate students and undergraduate students are invited to submit proposals to present their scholarly or creative projects. This face-to-face conference on the Natchitoches campus will include synchronous oral presentations (15 minutes + 5 […]

Public invited to pioneering forum on AI and leadership Wednesday at Northwestern

March 13, 2025

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University (NSU) is set to host a thought-provoking forum that will explore the practical applications of artificial intelligence in leadership and industry. Featuring distinguished experts Dr. Julian Bailes, Dr. Neilank Jha and Monty Chicola, Leadership in the Age of AI will take place on Wednesday, […]

Call for papers for Louisiana Studies Conference open through June 1

March 11, 2025

17th annual event will focus on ‘Louisiana Dramas’

 By Dr. Shane Rasmussen, Director of the Louisiana Folk Life Center

NATCHITOCHES – The 17th annual Louisiana Studies Conference will be held Sept. 13 at Northwestern State University. The conference committee is now accepting presentation proposals for the upcoming […]

Tri Sigmas, Pi Kapps earn Morgan Extra Mile, First Generation Scholarships

March 11, 2025

NATCHITOCHES –Northwestern State University alumni and long-time supporters David and Sherry Morgan recognized outstanding scholars from the Alpha Zeta chapter of Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority and the Beta Omicron chapter of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity during a scholarship awards program March 10.

Extra Mile Scholars are students who […]

NSU will honor three alumni as Distinguished Communications Professionals

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Department of New Media, Journalism and Communication Arts will recognize three alumni as Distinguished Communications Professionals during a luncheon and program Friday, April 4.

This year’s honorees are the late famed sportswriter Jerry Byrd, news anchor and reporter Lane Luckie and media strategist Valsin Marmillion.

The […]

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