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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.

Golden Jubilee for Class of 1972 set for May 6-7

NATCHITOCHES – The Northwestern State University Alumni Association will host a Golden Jubilee to honor the Class of 1972 on May 6-7.  All graduates of that year are invited to attend and participate in a ceremony to receive their 50-year diploma.

“NSU will welcome back the Class of 1972 for two enjoyable days of laughter, memories […]

Administrators monitoring weather conditions

NATCHITOCHES – Administrators at Northwestern State University are monitoring weather conditions and possible severe thunderstorms moving through the area overnight Wednesday and early Thursday.

Updates will be provided on NSU’s social media channels and at www.nsula.edu.

 

Morgans present Extra Mile, First Generation scholarships

NATCHITOCHES – Members of Northwestern State University’s Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity and Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority were recognized as recipients of David D. Morgan and Sherry Fargerson Morgan Extra Mile Scholarships and First Generation Scholarships during a program April 7 that highlighted the accomplishments of student leaders committed to “going the extra mile.”

Established in 2008, […]

Social Work hosts webinar discussion on cultural competencies, self-care

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Department of Social Work hosted a workshop via Webex to open dialogue about race, cultural competence and self-care April 8.  The “Courageous Conversations” workshop provided not only three hours of ethics content for social workers, but also helped participants discuss race, working with diverse populations and how social workers can […]

Natchitoches Alumni After Hours will be at Merci Beaucoup

NATCHITOCHES – The Northwestern State University Alumni Association will host Alumni After Hours at Merci Beaucoup Restaurant, 127 Church St., in downtown Natchitoches from 6-8 p.m. Friday, April 22.

Alumni should note the change of venue, originally planned for Cane River Brewing, which is undergoing operational changes.

All NSU alumni and supporters are invited to the social […]

NSU hosts Red River Special Olympics

NATCHITOCHES – Teams from 11 schools in Natchitoches and Red River parishes participated in the 2022 Red River Games – Special Olympics Louisiana and Art Festival April 7.  The event included track and field competitions and recreation time for the athletes.

“Our participants were so empowered when we would cheer them on across the finish line […]

NSU will offer play therapy CEH session for students, mental health professionals

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s counseling program will host a free three-hour play therapy training that will also include current counseling issues in working with children and adolescents. Those in attendance will receive three continuing education hours, but the entire training must be attended in order to receive credit. Funds for the training are provided by the Melba Law […]

NSU will honor 100 individuals for contributions to Greek life

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University will recognize 100 individuals who made significant contributions to fraternity and sorority life at the university over the last century as the university hosts the Greek Centennial Celebration this weekend.

Individuals will be honored during a champagne toast at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 9 at the Natchitoches Events Center.  Individuals and […]

NSU participates in ULS Day at the Capitol

NATCHITOCHES – Assistant Professor of Biology JD Cox demonstrated capabilities associated with Northwestern State University’s new certification program in Remote Systems Science and Technology to NSU students Ebenezer Aggrey, one of NSU’s R.F. Lewis Scholars; SGA President Tja’h Edwards, Erykah Bell and Katelyn Watson during the University of Louisiana System’s Day at the Capitol in […]

More vendors join Flavor of Louisiana this Friday

Northwestern State University’s own Columns Café will serve Chocolate Coconut Shrimp with Mango during Flavor of Louisiana this Friday.  The seafood festival event, which raises funds for the NSU Foundation, will begin at 6 p.m. Friday, April 8 in Prather Coliseum. From left are  HMT Assistant Professor Valerie Salter, Chef John Carriere, Jill Bankston, graduate student McKenna Marsh […]

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