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NSU presents 2022 Homecoming Honor Court

NATCHITOCHES – Bailey Willis of Opelousas and Ebenezer “Eb” Aggrey of Baton Rouge were presented as queen and king of the 2022 Homecoming Honor Court at Northwestern State University.

Willis is a junior secondary education major and is the daughter of Christopher Willis and Alvada Willis. She is president of the Student Government Association and the […]

Mr. and Miss NSU recognized

NATCHITOCHES – Morgan “Meaux” Landry of New Iberia was named Miss NSU and Jonatan Jimenez of Bossier City was named Mr. NSU at Northwestern State University.  They were presented at Northwestern State University’s Homecoming football game Oct. 22, were both were also recognized as part of the Honor Court.

Landry is a senior biology pre-med major […]

NSU honors distinguished alumni at Long Purple Line induction

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University honored six alumni by inducting them into the University’s alumni hall of distinction, the Long Purple Line, as part of Homecoming Festivities Oct. 21. The individuals were recognized during an annual luncheon and induction program with friends, family and supports in attendance.

The 2022 inductees are Tommy Chester and Lola Dunahoe […]

McDowell recognized as Homecoming guest captain

By Sid Hall

Military Affairs Coordinator / ROTC Program Manager

 

NATCHITOCHES – In continuing its tradition of honoring those who serve in the nation’s Armed Forces, Northwestern State University named First Sergeant Raymond McDowell the honorary captain of the Oct. 22  Homecoming football game.

For over 25 years, First Sergeant McDowell has served the Army and Army Reserve […]

Campus events and activities for Oct. 23-29

NATCHITOCHES – Here is a look at the week of Oct. 23-29 at Northwestern State University.

Oct. 24 – Reception for exhibit of artwork from personal collections of faculty and administrators, Orville Hanchey Gallery, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Oct. 24 – Dec. 9 — Exhibit of artwork from personal collections of faculty and administrators, Orville Hanchey […]

Classic on the Cane Marching Contest to be held Oct. 29

NATCHITOCHES – The Spirit of Northwestern Marching Band will host the annual Classic on the Cane Marching Contest on Saturday, Oct. 29 at Turpin Stadium. Competition begins at 9 a.m. The Spirit of Northwestern Marching Band will perform at 5 p.m. The Awards Ceremony is at 5:15 p.m. Tickets are $10 for general admission and […]

Exhibit of art collected by faculty, administrators will open Monday

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Department of Fine and Graphic Art will present an exhibition of artwork from the personal collections of faculty and administrators. The exhibit, curated by Matt DeFord and Nina Murray, will open with a reception from 5-7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 24. The show will run through Dec. 9 in Orville Hanchey […]

Engineering Technology Symposium showcases STEM careers for high school students

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Department of Engineering Technology welcome about 70 high school students from around the area to the fifth annual Engineering Technology Symposium where they discussed STEM (science, technology, engineering & mathematics) careers, introduced students to industry partners and discussed skills necessary to pursue lucrative careers in high tech manufacturing.

Students were able […]

Phil Kidd Scenic Studio to be dedicated Oct. 29

NATCHITOCHES – The dedication of the Phil Kidd Scenic Studio at Northwestern State University will be held on Saturday, Oct. 29 from 4 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. on the A.A. Fredericks Auditorium Stage and area leading to the studio. The ceremony is open to the public.

Artwork and drafting by Kidd will be available to peruse […]

Native American speaker/poet will present lecture at NSU

NATCHITOCHES – In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, Northwestern State University will host a guest lecture by Bobby Gonzales titled “We Are Still Here: How First Nations Survived Pandemics and Other Catastrophes.”

The lecture will take place beginning at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2 in the Hendrick Room on the first floor of the Student  […]

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