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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 […]

Brunson, Abney named research award winners

NATCHITOCHES – Dr. Michelle Fazio Brunson, director of graduate programs in early childhood education, and Dr. Lisa Abney, professor of English, were named winners of two Northwestern State University research awards.  Brunson is recipient of the Dr. Jean D’Amato Thomas Lifetime Achievement Award.  Abney is recipient of the Dr. Mariette Lebreton Louisiana Studies Award.

“Each year, […]

Iberian, Latin American composers to be featured at Sept 27 concert

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’ School of Creative and Performing Arts will present “Musica Variada,” the first recital of the Celebration of Diversity Recital Series, on Monday, Sept. 27 at 7:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall. Those attending are asked to follow university regulations and to wear a mask at all times in the building. […]

Matthews named Cadet of the Month

NATCHITOCHES – Under the bright lights of Turpin Stadium Saturday, Northwestern State University Interim President Dr. Marcus Jones met with Cadet Caiden Matthews to congratulate him for being selected NSU ROTC Cadet of the Month.  When asked about the qualities required for selection, Demon Battalion Commander CDT LTC Anthony Cantrell and Command Sergeant Major Seth […]

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 […]

Drake recognized as honorary captain, military honoree at UT-Martin game

NATCHITOCHES – In continuing the university’s long-held tradition of recognizing military service at home athletic events, Northwestern State University welcomed Lieutenant Colonel Joshua Drake and his family to Natchitoches and honored his service to the nation during the Sept. 18 football game.

LTC Drake joined the Northwestern family as the professor of Military Science this summer.  […]

McCord family presents scholarship to inaugural recipient

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University remembered Carley McCord during the Sept. 18 football game against UT-Martin by recognizing her family and the presentation of a scholarship in her name. McCord, a 2011 graduate of Northwestern, was a well-known sports journalist and digital media reporter who stayed in touch with her NSU family and was a […]

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 – […]

Louisiana Studies Conference to be presented virtually Sept. 25

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University will host the 13th Annual Louisiana Studies Conference September 25.  Due to the ongoing pandemic the conference will be held virtually on Microsoft Teams.  Scholars from throughout Louisiana as well as five other states will make presentations on aspects of Louisiana culture, folklore, history and literature.  […]

Yang to perform with Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Tuesday

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State Associate Professor of Piano Dr. Francis Yang will perform with the Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra on Tuesday, Sept. 21 at 7:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall.

Tickets are $15 per concert and free for Northwestern State, BPCC@NSU and Louisiana School for Math, Science and the Arts students. Memberships to the Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Society […]

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