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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.

Online bachelor’s program in accounting ranked third in the nation

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s online Bachelor of Science in Accounting has been ranked third in the nation by Study.com.

The site researched institutions to find those that were accessible, high quality and affordable. Factors such as certification opportunities, accreditations and positive online student experiences taken into account along with the site’s ranking system. The rankings […]

Dedication of Seven Oaks Stage postponed

 

NATCHITOCHES – The dedication of the Seven Oaks Stage at Northwestern State University scheduled for Friday, April 23 has been postponed due to expected inclement weather. The ceremony will be rescheduled for the fall 2021 semester, according to NSU Student Government Association President Nicholas Hopkins.

 

Winners of NSU-Argus Award for Excellence in Creative Writing announced

NATCHITOCHES – Shari Wilson of Florien has been named the winner of the first NSU-Argus Award for Excellence in Creative Writing. Lily Bedoya of Alexandria was second and Ruben E. Smith of Clayton was third.

The winners of the contest will hold a virtual reading on Thursday, April 29 at 7 p.m. over Microsoft Teams.

The contest […]

Campus events and activities for April 18-24

NATCHITOCHES – Here is a look at the week of April 18-24 at Northwestern State University.

April 18-24 – Registration for summer, fall semesters

April 18 — NSU Saxophone Studio Recital, Magale Recital Hall, 5 p.m. #

April 19 — NSU Clarinet Studio Recital, Magale Recital Hall, 7:30 p.m. #

April 20 – Lucile Hendrick Room dedication, Student Union […]

Phlebotomy technician class begins April 26

NATCHITOCHES – An online phlebotomy technician training course through Northwestern State University’s Office of Electronic Learning & Global Engagement will begin on Monday, April 26.

This nine-week course is broken down into two parts.  The first part will be six weeks of online classroom instruction that concludes June 4. The second part will be a face-to-face hands-on portion that will meet June […]

Clarinet Studio to feature under-represented composers in April 19 recital

NATCHITOCHES – The NSU Clarinet Studio will perform a recital on Monday, April 19 at 7:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall.  Attendance is limited to NSU students, faculty and staff.  Social distancing and masks are required.  The recital will also be livestreamed at capa.nsula.edu/livestream.

Northwestern State Professor of Clarinet Dr. Malena McLaren and David Steele, an […]

Pom Line auditions to be held April 24

NATCHITOCHES – The Purple Pizzazz Pom Line will hold its auditions for the 2021-22 squad on Saturday, April 24 at Prather Coliseum. Doors open at 8:00 a.m. and auditions are expected to end by 4:30 p.m. Lunch will be provided.

The Purple Pizzazz Pom Line is the official spirit hostess group of Northwestern State who performs […]

NSU to hold dedication ceremonies for two campus facilities next week

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University will hold dedication ceremonies for two campus facilities recently named in honor of individuals who played important roles in the institution’s development and history.

The dedication of the Lucile M. Hendrick Room will be held on Tuesday, April 20 at 11:30 a.m. in Room 121 of the Friedman Student Union. The […]

NSU Theatre and Dance to present “Working” April 21-24

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University Theatre and Dance will present the play “Working” April 21-24 in the A.A. Fredericks Auditorium.

Attendance is limited to 75 per performance. Masks are required and social distancing should be observed. Tickets are on a donation basis. Performances for Northwestern State faculty, staff and students are April 21, 22 and 24 […]

Saxophone Studio recital to be held April 18

NATCHITOCHES – The NSU Saxophone Studio will perform a recital on Sunday, April 18 at 5 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall. Attendance is limited. Social distancing and masks are required. The event will be livestreamed at capa.nsula.edu/livestream.

The event will feature classical and jazz solo works and chamber music from composers such as J.S. Bach, Benjamin […]

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