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Natchitoches artist unveils “Faith” monument to late wife and other loved ones

NATCHITOCHES – Natchitoches artist James Borders unveiled a sculpture that honors the memory of his late wife, Lisa, who lost her battle with breast cancer in 2018 at age 49.  The soaring metal monument, “Faith,” stands about 40 feet tall at Trinity Baptist Church in Natchitoches and was two years in the making. The sculpture also honors Avis Borders […]

Campus events and activities for June 27 – July 3

NATCHITOCHES – Here is a look at the week of June 27 – July 3 at Northwestern State University.

June 27 – July 3 – Registration for summer second four-week session, fall semester

July 1-2 – Advising for second four-week summer session

July 2 – End of first four-week summer session

July 3 – NSU Folklife Concert Series presents […]

Maggios honored with scholarship in thanks for years of service to NSU

NATCHITOCHES – The Northwestern State University Foundation Board planned a special surprise for Dr. Chris Maggio, who is retiring from NSU after more than 33 years of service, the last four as president.  At a June 18 board meeting, which was also Maggio’s birthday, the group announced the creation of the Dr. Chris and Jennifer […]

NSU unveils restored historic marker

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University unveiled a restored historical marker that acknowledges the early presence of Europeans in what would become Louisiana territory. The Colonial Gateway Corral marks the confluence of three paths, one from the west that used by Spaniards; one east towards a residence of Louis Juchereau de St. Denis, and one north […]

Louisiana Folklife Center to sponsor summer concert series

NATCHITOCHES – The Louisiana Folklife Center at Northwestern State University is sponsoring the 2021 NSU Folklife Concert Series, a series of six Saturday concerts in July and August.  The concerts will highlight different folk musical traditions with a 45-minute music set followed by interviews with the musicians and an audience Q&A.  Each performance will take […]

Hicks named dean of College of Nursing and School of Allied Health

NATCHITOCHES – Dr. Joel Hicks has been named dean of the College of Nursing and School of Allied Health at Northwestern State University effective July 1, according to Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Greg Handel. Hicks has served as interim dean since January. The Board of Supervisors for the University of Louisiana […]

Cox appointed vice president for the Student Experience

NATCHITOCHES – Reatha Cox has been named vice president for the Student Experience at Northwestern State University effective July 1. Her appointment has been approved by the Board of Supervisors for the University of Louisiana System. Cox replaces Frances Conine who is retiring.

“I have worked with Reatha for more than 30 years and […]

NSU will host virtual STEAM camps in July

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University has partnered with the Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance (LOSFA) to present three upcoming virtual summer camps for junior high students entering grades 6-8 and high school students entering grades 9-12 this fall. Registration is open to all junior and high school students.

Participants will work intensively with NSU faculty […]

Nursing students awarded CHEN scholarships for summer school

NATCHITOCHES – The Community Healthcare Education Network (CHEN) awarded two senior Northwestern State University nursing students with scholarships for the summer semester.  CHEN is a volunteer, non-profit organization consisting of healthcare professionals, businesses, agencies and organizations that provide healthcare education and resources to the people of north and central Louisiana. “We want to help students with […]

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