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About David West

Director of Communications at Northwestern State University. I have worked in the University's News Bureau since 1991.

Twisted wire sculptor Elvin Shields to be named a Louisiana Tradition Bearer

NATCHITOCHES – Twisted wire sculptor Elvin Shields will be named a Louisiana Tradition Bearer by the Louisiana Folklife Commission and honored at a ceremony on Saturday, October 16 at 2 p.m. at the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Northwest Louisiana History Museum at 800 Front Street in Natchitoches. Dr. Shane Rasmussen, professor of English and […]

Cookie decorating class to begin Oct. 12

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Office of Electronic Learning & Global Engagement will offer “Cookie Decorating with Royal Icing for Beginners” starting Tuesday, Oct. 12.

The class will be held on Tuesday evenings from 5:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. through Nov. 2 in the Culinary Arts Building near the Friedman Student Union. The fee is $75.

This […]

Campus events and activities for Oct. 3-9

NATCHITOCHES – Here is a look at the week of Oct. 3-9 at Northwestern State University.

Oct. 4-5 – Fall break. Administrative offices will be open.

Oct. 6 – Classes resume after Fall break.

Oct. 6 – NSU Jazz Orchestra, Magale Recital Hall, 7:30 p.m. Livestream at capa.nsula.edu.

Oct. 7 – Volleyball vs. Houston Baptist, Prather Coliseum, 6:30 p.m.

Oct. […]

Painting class to be taught Oct. 7, 21

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Office of Electronic Learning & Global Engagement will offer a Pick Up Your Brush painting class on Oct. 7 and 21 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on the second floor of South Hall. The fee is $45 per session. Each class is a separate session.

In the class, participants will […]

Makenzie Scroggs of Marksville named Miss Northwestern – Lady of the Bracelet

NATCHITOCHES – Makenzie Scroggs of Marksville was named winner of the 64th Annual Miss Northwestern – Lady of the Bracelet Scholarship Program held Thursday at Northwestern State University.

Scroggs, a sophomore dance major, will represent Northwestern State in this summer’s Miss Louisiana Competition. She will receive more than $8,000 in scholarships and prizes.

Bailey Willis of Opelousas […]

NSU Jazz Orchestra to perform Oct. 6

NATCHITOCHES – The NSU Jazz Orchestra will present a concert on Wednesday, October 6 at 7:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall. Admission is free and open to the public. Those attending are asked to follow university regulations and to wear a mask at all times in the building. A livestream will be available at capa.nsula.edu/livestream.

Galindo […]

Archery club formed at Northwestern

NATCHITOCHES – Bradford Morrison is hoping a new club at Northwestern State University can introduce fellow students to a sport they can participate in for years to come.

Morrison is creating an archery club he hopes will eventually take part in regional and national competitions.

“I love introducing new people to the sport and I think archery […]

Choral preview concert to be presented Sept. 28

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Chamber Choir, Lyrica and Men’s Chorus will present a preview concert on Tuesday, September 28 at 7:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall. Admission is free and open to the public. Those attending are asked to follow university regulations and to wear a mask at all times in the building. A […]

Faculty Showcase to be presented Thursday

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s music faculty will present its annual Faculty Showcase on Thursday, Sept. 23 at 7:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall. Admission is free and open to the public. Those attending are asked to follow university regulations and to wear a mask at all times in the building. A livestream will be […]

Campus events and activities for September 19 – 25

NATCHITOCHES – Here is a look at the week of September 19 – 25 at Northwestern State University.

September 20 – Suicide Awareness Prevention Candlelight Vigil, Collins Pavilion, 7:30 p.m.

September 21 – Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra, Magale Recital Hall, 7:30 p.m.*

September 22 – “The Power of Positivity” featuring Melissa Ruiz, Student Union Ballroom, 4-7 p.m.

September 22-25 – […]

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