Office of the Provost

Endowed Professorship

An endowed chair/professorship is the highest academic award bestowed on a faculty member at Northwestern State University. The award is an honor for the named recipient and also an enduring tribute to the donor.

Endowed chairs and professorships are crucial for recruiting and retaining exemplar faculty members whose accomplishments in teaching, research, and/or service activities enrich the academic environment of a department, college, university, or the state. As a result of funding provided by endowments, the quality of higher education in specific programs is enhanced, and economic development in the community, region, or state is promoted.

An endowed chair and professor can touch the lives of many students through coursework, mentoring, or scholarship. Often, students work with endowed faculty to inspire innovation and creative ideas or to solve particular problems or issues and/or gain advancements in a particular field of study.

Sponsored Programs Office

The mission of Northwestern State University’s Sponsored Programs Office (SPO) is to nurture and grow the sponsored-programs enterprise at NSU in accordance with the University’s overall mission. SPO offers faculty assistance in: (a) identifying funding opportunities; (b) developing grant applications for submission to external funding agencies; (c) implementing funded projects; and (d) complying with state and national statutes, rules, and regulations that govern funded projects and programs. SPO will work with faculty to encourage the inclusion of undergraduate and graduate students in their sponsored projects and activities.

Electronic Learning & Global Engagement

Electronic Learning & Global Engagement at NSU is dedicated to providing innovative online education and professional development programs that adapt to the evolving needs of individuals, organizations, and corporations. Our mission is to design, develop, and deliver flexible learning opportunities that prepare today’s workforce for tomorrow’s challenges. By offering a variety of online courses, certifications, and customized training solutions, we meet the diverse educational goals of adult learners seeking career advancement, personal growth, and global engagement.