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NSU to hold Fall N-Side View/Scholars’ Day Nov. 14

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University will hold its Fall N-Side View Day and Scholars’ Day on Saturday, Nov. 14. The event is designed to give prospective students and their parents an up close look at what Northwestern State has to offer. Scholars’ Day is for students with an interest in the Louisiana Scholars’ College, […]

Notary Public Exam Prep Review Course to be held Nov. 14

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Office of Electronic Learning & Global Engagement will offer an online Notary Public Exam Prep Extensive Review Course on Saturday Nov. 14 from 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 a.m. The fee is $65 is paid before Nov. 8 and $85 if paid after that date.

The class will cover exam format, potential […]

D’nissa Hester to present recital Nov. 9

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University faculty member D’nissa Hester will present a performance titled “Songs of Hope, Joy & Standing Together,” on Monday, Nov. 9 at 7:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall. This is a livestream only event and will be available at capa.nsula.edu/livestream. The recital was rescheduled from last month.

Hester, an assistant professor of […]

Campus events and activities for Nov. 1-7

NATCHITOCHES – Here is a look at the week of Nov. 1-7 at Northwestern State University.

Nov. 2 – Early registration for Spring 2021 classes begins

Nov. 2 – NSU Drumline, NSU Steel Band, Magale Recital Hall, 7:30 p.m., NSU students and faculty only

Nov. 5 – Thank A Donor Day, Kyser Brickway, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Nov. 5 – […]

Dr. Patrice Moulton is 2020 recipient of Bailey Faculty Research Award

NATCHITOCHES – Dr. Patrice Moulton, a professor of psychology at Northwestern State University, is the 2020 recipient of the Dr. Mildred Hart Bailey Faculty Research Award, presented annually to a member of the NSU faculty in recognition of outstanding research or distinguished artistic performance or creative work substantially completed within the past three years.  The […]

NSU faculty take part in Bridging the Divide program

NATCHITOCHES – In a time when many university faculty have less contact with their students and colleagues, Mirla Enriquez found a way to keep from feeling alone professionally.

Enriquez, an associate professor of art at Northwestern State University, along with fellow faculty Professor of Radiologic Sciences Dr. Laura Aaron and Assistant Professor of Nursing Shaun […]

Burrell to be honored by alma mater

NATCHITOCHES – Scott Burrell, director of the Dear School of Creative and Performing Arts at Northwestern State University, will be inducted into the Catawba College Theatre Arts Department’s Blue Masque Hall of Fame at a virtual event during the College’s Homecoming Week celebration Nov. 2-8.

The Blue Masque Hall of Fame is in […]

Fall Commencement will include 5 ceremonies Dec. 17-18

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University has modified Fall Commencement plans to follow health and safety protocols. Degrees will be conferred during five ceremonies beginning Thursday, Dec. 17-Friday, Dec. 18 in Prather Coliseum.

“Obviously, we want our graduates and their families to be able to celebrate their accomplishments, but we must keep health and safety in mind,” […]

NSU to screen indigenous-made films for Native American Heritage Month

The second annual Native American Film Club offers a mix of contemporary documentaries and fictional films. This year’s theme is Representation and Resistance.  

NATCHITOCHES­—Northwestern State University will celebrate Native American Heritage Month by screening indigenous-made films on Thursdays in November. Locations vary within the Student Union. Refreshments will be served at the Nov. 19 screening. […]

Call for performers for Multicultural Christmas Concert

NATCHITOCHES – The Louisiana Folklife Center at Northwestern State University is issuing a call for performers to participate in the 12th annual Multicultural Christmas Concert, which will take place from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 3.

“We are seeking participants to help celebrate diversity and the cheer of Christmas,” said Dr. Shane Rasmussen, director of the program.  […]

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