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NSU gives update on building projects

NATCHITOCHES – Concrete bases for Robert Alost Hall are being poured and the 18-month project is running on schedule, according to Jennifer Kelly, Northwestern State University’s executive director of University Affairs.

“Steel will start going up mid- to late February,” Kelly said. “It’s progressing, even considering several days of rain, they’ve been able to move forward.”

The […]

Chamber Choir to present special program Feb. 18

NATCHITOCHES – The Northwestern State University Chamber Choir will present a concert on Sunday, Feb. 18 at 3 p.m. at The Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception at 145 Church St. In Natchitoches. Admission is free and open to the public. The Chamber Choir is conducted by Director of Choral Activities Dr. Nicholaus […]

FUMC Youth support Cradle to College

NATCHITOCHES – The Youth of Natchitoches First United Methodist Church, led by Colby and Lindsey Session and NSU FUMC interns Phillip Coleman, Rachael Smith and Garrett Wells visited the Northwestern State University Teacher Education Center recently to engage in a service learning project and tour the building. Following a discussion of how literacy impacts school […]

Master flutist will illuminate NSU with ‘Jazz and the Civil Rights’ exploration

By Dr. Jasmine Wise, NSU coordinator of Black Studies

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University is set to host an evening of music and education with Master Flutist Galen Abdur-Razzaq at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 29 in the Student Union Ballroom.

Known for his masterful flute performances, Abdur-Razzaq will not only captivate the audience with his rich and […]

Guest artist Cain Budds to present guitar recital Feb. 20

NATCHITOCHES – A guest artist recital featuring guitarist Cain Budds will be presented at Northwestern State University on Tuesday, Feb. 20 at 5:30 p.m. in the Varnado Hall ballroom. Admission is free and open to the public.  

He will play music by Joaquin Rodrigo, Francisco Tárrega, Antonio Lauro, Dusan Bogdanovic and […]

Clark, Beauchamp recital cancelled

NATCHITOCHES – The recital by Northwestern State University Assistant Professor of Flute Stephen Clark and British conductor, pianist and coach Ashley Beauchamp scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 14 has been cancelled. 

Campus events and activities for Feb. 11-17

NATCHITOCHES – Here is a look at the week of Feb. 11-17 at Northwestern State University. 

Feb. 1 – May 10 — “Wunderkammer: A Celebration of Mary Linn Wernet Exhibit,” Cammie G. Henry Research Center, Watson Library 

Feb. 1-29 – Faculty Art Exhibition, Orville Hanchey Gallery 

Feb. 12-13 – University closed […]

RECIPE for STEM draws in middle schoolers with hands-on learning

NATCHITOCHES – More than 1,400 middle school students from throughout central Louisiana participated in second annual RECIPE for Rural STEM Day Feb. 8 where they engaged in activities and demonstrations designed to spark interest in science, technology engineering and mathematics.  The RECIPE (Relevant, Educational, Career Minded, Impactful, Purposeful and Engaging) event was presented by Northwestern […]

Guest artists Yung-Chiao Wei and Chaoi Chou to present recital Feb. 16

NATCHITOCHES – A guest artist recital featuring Yung-Chiao Wei on bass and pianist Chaoi Chou will be presented at Northwestern State University on Friday, Feb. 16 at 7:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall. Admission is free and open to the public. A livestream will be available at capa.nsula.edu/livestream.  

The program […]

NSU encourages future educators at regional Ed Rising Conference

NATCHITOCHES – Former Northwestern State University Head Men’s Basketball Coach Mike McConathy opened NSU’s School of Education’s 2024 Regional Educators Rising Regional Conference Feb. 7.  McConathy spoke about the importance of education and the meaningful impact that individual teachers have on students. More than 200 middle school and high school students from throughout the region […]

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