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Dr. Jarred Sepulvado discusses challenges, rewards of completing NSU’s Nurse Anesthesia doctoral program

NATCHITOCHES – Dr. Jarred Sepulvado, a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) in Bossier City said the journey through Northwestern State University’s Doctor of Nursing Practice program was challenging, time-consuming and definitely worth the sacrifice.  Sepulvado, who works at Willis-Knighton Bossier, completed the DNP concentration in nurse anesthesia this past December and continues to […]

44th Annual Natchitoches-NSU Folk Festival to be held July 20

NATCHITOCHES – The 44th Annual Natchitoches-NSU Folk Festival will be held on Saturday July 20 in air-conditioned Prather Coliseum located at 220 South Jefferson Street at Northwestern State University in Natchitoches. The festival’s curated showcase of Louisiana folk musicians, food vendors and traditional crafts persons will open at 9 a.m. with […]

Junior Robotics Camp a ‘vibrant and energetic’ success

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Department of Engineering Technology hosted Junior Robotics Camp last week with 32 fourth-sixth graders representing several Natchitoches Parish schools participating.  “The camp was a fantastic experience, filled with fun and learning for all participants,” said Dr. Shahriar Hossain, professor and interim department chair.  Hossain, along with Dr. Moftah Ali and Dr. […]

Campus events and activities for June 2-8

NATCHITOCHES – Here is a look at the week of June 2-8 at Northwestern State University. 

June 2-8 — Early registration for summer and fall semesters available through NSUConnect  

June 3-7 – NSU Summer Art Camp, Robots Everywhere, Ages 5-11, Room 205, Fine Arts Annex, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. 

June […]

Dr. Marcus Jones will rejoin ULS staff

NATCHITOCHES – The following message was distributed to faculty, staff and students Friday, May 31 by Northwestern State University President Dr. Marcus Jones.  Jones made the announcement in tandem with communication from the University of Louisiana System office.

Dear Faculty, Staff, Students, and Natchitoches Community,

It is with gratitude that I announce my departure as President of […]

Two dozen NSU Theatre and Dance students working professionally this summer

NATCHITOCHES – Twenty-four Northwestern State University Theatre and Dance students or recent alumni are performing across the country in professional theatre and dance jobs this summer. The students are working in for 16 different companies or facilities in nine states and Canada in a variety of performing, technical and business-related roles. 

“As performing […]

4.0 students named to Spring President’s List

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University announces the names of 498 students named to the President’s List for the Spring 2024 semester.  Students on the President’s List must be enrolled full-time at Northwestern and have a grade point average of 4.0.

For questions regarding the President’s List, contact the NSU Registrar’s Office at (318) 357- 6171 or […]

NSU pool sets hours, will host swimming lessons

NATCHITOCHES – The pool at Northwestern State University Recreation Complex will open at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 2. Hours will be 2-7 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday.  The pool will be closed Mondays.

NSU faculty/staff memberships are available for $160 (individual) and $200 (family).  NSU students with a current student ID can swim for free. Public memberships are available […]

Campus events and activities for May 26 – June 1

NATCHITOCHES – Here is a look at the week of May 26-June 1 at Northwestern State University. 

May 26 – June 1 — Early registration for summer and fall semesters available through NSUConnect 

May 27 – University closed for Memorial Day 

May 28 – University reopens after Memorial Day 

May […]

NSU gets approval for Master of Social Work degree

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University received approval from the Louisiana Board of Regents to offer a Master of Social Work degree.  The program will be offered completely online and will build upon NSU’s existing Bachelor of Social Work that graduates about 50 students per year.

“The MSW program will help address the dearth of the mental […]

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