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Northwestern State welcomes 25 new faculty for 2022-23 academic year

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University is welcoming 25 new faculty for the 2022-23 academic year, according to Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Greg Handel.

New faculty in the College of Business and Technology are Anna Upshaw and Thamsanqa (Tamsie) Jongile.

The Dear School of Creative and Performing Arts welcomes new faculty […]

NSU hosts faculty leaders for summit to discuss common issues

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University recently hosted a statewide Faculty Summit sponsored by the NSU Faculty Senate. The event was an opportunity for the leaders in faculty shared governance from the University of Louisiana System to come together to discuss issues relevant to faculty members in 2022, according to NSU Faculty Senate President Dr. John […]

Excellence in Teaching Award: James MacDonald

Seven Northwestern State University faculty have been recognized with the 2022 Excellence in Teaching Award.

Here is a profile of one of this year’s honorees.

Name: James MacDonald

Academic college/department: School of Social Sciences and Applied Programs

Number of years at Northwestern State: 15

Why is teaching important to you?  I think history is a subject that is underappreciated in […]

Campus events and activities for August 28 – Sept. 3

NATCHITOCHES – Here is a look at the week of August 28 – Sept. 3 at Northwestern State University.

August 28 – Sept. 2 — Hotter ‘N Hell National Collegiate Art Exhibition, Hanchey Gallery. Open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

August 31 — Natchitoches Young Professionals Social and viewing of Hotter ‘N Hell […]

73rd Demon Battalion hosts Activation ceremony

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Department of Military Science hosted an activation ceremony for the 73rd Demon Battalion Aug. 25.  The military tradition allows the commander to assess the readiness and discipline of the unit and commemorates the unit’s history and lineage.  ROTC’s curriculum and training ensures cadets’ scholastic, athletic, and leadership abilities are developed […]

Inferno Pitch application deadline is Sept. 28

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Inferno Pitch Competition is back.  Sponsored by NSU’s School of Business, the Inferno Pitch is a business plan competition that offers NSU students mentoring, skill-building and opportunity to win monetary support for their ideas.

Qualifying participants must submit an application and participate in workshops. The top five finalists are selected to […]

Daily supports NSU Columns Fund

Natchitoches Edward Jones Financial Advisor Shawn Daily made a Heritage Club level donation in the amount of $5,000 to the Northwestern State University Foundation’s Columns Fund.  Daily is a long-time supporter of Northwestern State, having created the Shawn and Linnye Daily Endowed Scholarship for students majoring in business, finance, accounting, marketing or related fields.  Daily […]

13 faculty receive tenure and 16 faculty earn promotion for 2022-23 academic year

NATCHITOCHES – Thirteen Northwestern State University faculty have received tenure and 16 faculty have been recommended for promotion, according to Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Greg Handel. The university’s tenure and promotion recommendations have been approved by the Board of Supervisors for the University of Louisiana System.

Those receiving tenure are Hassan Ardakani […]

Excellence in Teaching Award: Keith Dromm

Seven Northwestern State University faculty have been recognized with the 2022 Excellence in Teaching Award.

Here is a profile of one of this year’s honorees.

Name: Keith Dromm

Academic college/department: Louisiana Scholars College

Number of years at Northwestern State: 19

Why is teaching important to you? I simply believe in the importance of education. It’s an essential element to every […]

Pasch, Erikson have new roles at NSU

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University has named Dr. Yonna Pasch director of Student Affairs and Vanner Erikson interim director of Enrollment Management and director of Recruiting.

As director of Student Affairs, Pasch is responsible for the leadership and oversight of seven Student Affairs departments including Accessibility & Disability Support, Counseling and Career Services, First-Year Experience, Fraternal […]

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