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NSU Inferno Pitch: The Hottest Idea Wins

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s School of Business seeks entries for the 2024 Inferno Pitch, a business plan competition that offers NSU students mentoring and skill building and a chance to win big money for big ideas.

Qualifying participant must submit an application and participate in workshops.  The top 5 finalists are […]

Genovese praises NSU Shreveport campus as nursing program leader

SHREVEPORT – New Northwestern State University President James Genovese visited the university’s Shreveport campus for the first time Tuesday, meeting with students and faculty while praising the College of Nursing and School of Allied Health’s top-ranked programs.  The visit marked a significant opportunity for Genovese to deepen connections with students, faculty and local healthcare partners.

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NSU Steel Band seeking new members

NATCHITOCHES – The NSU Steel Band is inviting students and community members to learn a new instrument while playing in a musical ensemble. 

The Steel Band will meet on Thursdays beginning Aug. 22 from 5:30 p.m. until 7 p.m. in Room 116 of the Fine Arts Annex. Anyone with an interest in learning to […]

University welcomes 21 new faculty for the 2024-25 academic year

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University is welcoming 21` new faculty for the 2024-25 academic year, according to Executive Vice President and Provost Dr. Greg Handel.   

“Northwestern continues to attract excellent faculty who support our academic mission,” said Handel. “Their expertise, scholarly and creative activities, and their contributions will continue to provide students with […]

Campus events and activities for Aug. 18-24

NATCHITOCHES – Here is a look at the week of Aug. 18-24 at Northwestern State University. 

Aug. 18 — Early registration for fall semester through NSUConnect 

Aug. 18 – New Student Convocation, A.A. Fredericks Auditorium, 5 p.m. 

Aug. 19 – Start of fall semester 

Aug. 19-27 – Late registration for […]

Colleges introduce new faculty

Northwestern State University welcomed new faculty in the School of Allied Health.  On the front row from left are Assistant Professor Jennifer Evans, SAH Director Dr. Tammy Curtis, Assistant Professors Jessica Ferguson, Jessica Despino and Megan Wedgeworth, Associate Professor Larry Arant and Assistant Professor Chelsea McCullin. On the back row are Dr. Kari […]

Child and Family Network staff attend Faculty Institute

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University Child and Family Network staff attended NSU’s Fall Faculty Institute.  CFN offers a variety of services to assist early learning programs and families in northwest and central Louisiana. Child and Family Network is a part of the Gallaspy College of Education and Human Development. CFN assists owners and […]

Northwestern recognizes faculty, staff for years of service

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University faculty and staff were recognized for 25, 30 and 35 years of service during the university’s annual faculty/staff lunch.  Honorees are as follows.

Marking 25 years of service were Nancy Alexander, director of Child and Family Network; Tammy Armstrong, administrative assistant in the Office of Technology, Research […]

Excellence in Teaching Awards recognize faculty for dedication to students, learning

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University honored outstanding faculty with Excellence in Teaching Awards. NSU’s Excellence in Teaching Awards are sponsored by the NSU Alumni Association to recognize faculty for tireless devotion to the field of teaching and Northwestern students.  Recognized were, from left Nicole Lobdell, assistant professor of English […]

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