NSU News

Applications open for NSU’s Master of Social Work

March 25, 2025

NATCHITOCHES – Applications for the graduate program in social work at Northwestern State University are now open for the Fall 2025 semester for part-time students. The university received approval last year to offer the program, an on-line degree with affordable tuition, flexible learning options and a focus on advanced […]

Pick up your Brush painting class to be held April 3,10

NATCHITOCHES — Northwestern State University’s Office of Electronic Learning and Global Education will offer a Pick up your Brush painting class on April 3 and 10 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on the second floor of South Hall. The fee is $45 for each separate session.

In the class, participants will learn […]

Campus events and activities for March 23-29

NATCHITOCHES – Here is a look at the week of March 23-29 at Northwestern State University.

March 23-29 – Summer and Fall 2025 semester registration available via NSU Connect

March 24-30 – Spring break. Administrative offices will be open.

March 25 – Baseball vs. Centenary, Brown-Stroud Field, 6 p.m.

March […]

NSU celebrates Women’s History Month by honoring inspirational faculty and staff

March 20, 2025

NATCHITOCHES – In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Gail Metoyer Jones Center at Northwestern State University recognizes the remarkable contributions of women faculty and staff who have profoundly impacted students’ academic success and personal growth.

“Honoring women is essential to fostering a culture of appreciation, empowerment, and […]

Percussion Alumni Reunion to be held May 3-4

NATCHITOCHES – A reunion will be held for Northwestern State University percussion alumni on May 3-4. The event is for alumni for played percussion in the Spirit of Northwestern Marching Band or were in the percussion studio.

Registration begins on May 3 at 9:30 a.m. in the Orville Hanchey Gallery. The event […]

AI is here. NSU forum explores how it will change business, healthcare and everything else

NATCHITOCHES – “AI works 120 million times faster than the human brain,” according to Dr. Neilank Jha, neurosurgeon, spine specialist and researcher. But AI — artificial intelligence — still needs human oversight. “The ideal approach is human/AI decision-making.”

Jha, a behavior economist – one who studies human behavior and decision-making — was […]

McDermott, Allen honored at Symphony concert

NATCHITOCHES – The Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra recognized Dr. Burt Allen, left, and Dr. Dennette McDermott, who recently received the title of professor emeritus in honor of their distinguished professional contributions as members of the Northwestern State University faculty. McDermott retired after 32 years serving as professor of flute and coordinator of graduate studies at […]

Northwestern State seeks nominations for Long Purple Line

NATCHITOCHES – Nominations are open for Northwestern State University’s Long Purple Line. The deadline to submit nominations is May 5.

The Long Purple Line, NSU’s Alumni Hall of Distinction, was established in 1990 to provide recognition and appreciation to individuals whose career accomplishments or service to their fellow man have enhanced the […]

Jacob Mullican of DeRidder receives Police Jury Scholarship

NATCHITOCHES – Jacob Mullican of DeRidder, a junior history major at Northwestern State University, has been named as a recipient of a 2025-2026 Police Jury Association of Louisiana Scholarship.

The scholarship is awarded annually to upper division undergraduates at universities throughout the state. NSU’s history faculty recommended Mullican for the scholarship.

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Peace, Love and Special Olympics! NSU hosts Red River Area Games

March 18, 2025

NATCHITOCHES – A parade of athletes with the hearts of champions competed in Special Olympics Louisiana Red River Area Games March 18.

Athletes, coaches and supporters from East Natchitoches Elementary, Fairview Alpha, Goldonna, Lakeview, Marthaville, Natchitoches Central, NSU Middle Lab, Provencal, Weaver Elementary, Cenla, Red River, Castor and […]