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About Leah Jackson

Leah Jackson is Northwestern State University's Director of Public Information and Media Relations. She is a 1994 and 2011 graduate of NSU and has been on staff since 2004.

High schoolers get their hands on bugs, drones and more during NSU STEM Day

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s School of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) hosted more than 450 high school students from around the state for Fall STEM Day Friday, Sept. 27.  Students toured labs, participated in hands-on games and experiments and spoke with NSU students and faculty about degree programs, career paths, scholarships […]

Hall of Distinguished Educators induction set for Oct. 26

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Gallaspy College of Education and Human Development announces individuals who will inducted into the Hall of Distinguished Educators during Homecoming festivities.

Honorees are Andrea Martin, William “Bill” Morrison and Julio Torro.  Jonathan Parish will be honored as Outstanding Young Professional.

A reception for the honorees will […]

Cooking for a Cause chef challenge will take place at NSU Oct. 2

Event raises awareness of college food insecurity

NATCHITOCHES – Two chefs will go head-to-head Oct. 1-2 to help address food insecurity on college campuses.  Northwestern State University Chef Jimier Anderson and Centenary College Chef Chef Norman Hunt will compete for votes in the inaugural Cooking for a Cause event sponsored by […]

NSU student journalist named Louisiana’s only SPJ student rep

Natchitoches – Lia Portillo of Galliano, a senior at Northwestern State University, has accepted a position as the sole student representative for The Society of Professional Journalists-Louisiana. Portillo, who is majoring in New Media, Journalism and Communication Arts, is editor in chief of The Current Sauce, the university’s student newspaper, and engaged in […]

NSU cuts ribbon on Center for Excellence in Teaching

Natchitoches – Northwestern State University’s School of Education hosted a ribbon-cutting for the new Center for Excellence in Teaching, which will serve aspiring teachers through mentoring, coaching, workshops, service projects and well-being awareness. The CET is located in Room 113 C of the Teacher Education Center.  Joining the ribbon-cutting were, from left, Dr. […]

Sept. 30 Language and Culture Series lecture will focus on Taiwan

Natchitoches – Northwestern State University’s chapter of Phi Beta Delta will present this semester’s Language and Culture Series focusing on the Taiwan at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 30 in the Varnado Hall Ballroom.  Dr. Chialing Hsiehwill be guest lecturer offering insights into the language and culture of Taiwan.  Hsieh is a pianist and […]

NSU Scholar’s experience with Governor’s Fellows Program enhances interest in government, economic development

Natchitoches – Alex Engstrom believes in solving problems through dialogue, partnerships and putting aside politics.

Engstrom is a junior in the Louisiana Scholars’ College at Northwestern State University and last year founded Demons in Government, a student group focused on cultivating a spirit of political awareness and responsibility.  His interest in government and economic […]

NSU shines with multiple wins at Louisiana Nurses Foundation Nightingale Gala

Natchitoches – The Louisiana Nurses Foundation recognized Northwestern State University’s College of Nursing with several awards during the LNF Nightingale Gala.

NSU’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree program was named Nursing School of the Year for the Graduate Degree Program. Dr. Aimee Badeaux, interim dean of the College of Nursing and […]

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