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Artist Angelbert Metoyer explores myths, dreams of Isle Brevelle in Creole art exhibition

NATCHITOCHES – Artist Angelbert Metoyer’s striking, energetic work appears to reflect many different cultural touchstones, art that is at once ancient, modern, tribal and urban. The Houston artist says his work is the result of curiosities about history and histories, specifically personal, public and historical mythologies.

“As those things go in and out of current interest […]

NSU to host 15th Annual Louisiana Studies Conference Sept. 23

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University will host the 15th Annual Louisiana Studies Conference on Saturday, Sept. 23 in the Creative and Performing Arts Complex. Presentation sessions will begin on Saturday morning at 9:30 a.m. and run until 4:45 p.m. Scholars from throughout Louisiana as well as Alabama and Texas will make presentations on aspects […]

NSU Theatre and Dance to present “Antigone” Sept. 27 – Oct. 1

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State Theatre and Dance will perform “Antigone” on Sept. 27 – Oct. 1 in Theatre West. Performances are Sept. 27-30 at 7:30 p.m. with 2 p.m. matinees on Sept. 30 and Oct.1.

Tickets are $15 and $12 for senior citizens. Northwestern State, BPCC@NSU and Louisiana School for Math, Science and […]

NOLA abstract artist Ayo Scott featured in ‘Elemental Threads’ Creole art exhibit

NATCHITOCHES – New Orleans Artist Ayo Scott’s work addresses loss, change, grief and growth through abstract, energetic compositions that seek to preserve memories and places.

“For quite some time I have used my work as a means for digesting some of life’s tougher times,” he said. “But I also recognize with the losses brought from events […]

Mansfield student earns Luther Lott Memorial Scholarship

NATCHITOCHES – Shaniyah Blaze of Mansfield is this year’s recipient of the Luther W. Lott Sr. Memorial Scholarship, presented to a Northwestern State student whose parent or guardian is an employee of Lott Oil Co.

Blaze is a graduate of Mansfield High School and is pursuing a degree in radiologic sciences. Her mother, Marion Blaze, has […]

NSU hosts Patriot Day program, remembrance of 9/11

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Student Government Association led a Patriot Day remembrance and moment of silence at 7:46 a.m. Monday, Sept. 11. As NSU’s ROTC lowered the United States flag to half-staff, a men’s vocal ensemble led the group in singing the national anthem. In addition to faculty, staff and students, the event was […]

Campus events and activities for Sept. 10-16

NATCHITOCHES – Here is a look at the week of Sept. 10-16 at Northwestern State University.

Sept. 12 – Annual Faculty Showcase, Magale Recital Hall, 7:30 p.m. #

Sept. 13 – Suicide Awareness Vigil, Chaplin’s Lake, 6:30 p.m.

Sept. 14 – Faculty recital featuring Paul Christopher, Dr. Chialing Hsieh and Kelsey […]

Turn Teal – NSU, LSMSA, City of Natchitoches promote ovarian cancer awareness

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University and the Louisiana School for Math, Science and the Arts are partnering with the City of Natchitoches to raise awareness of ovarian cancer during the month of September. Teal is the color of ovarian cancer awareness and teal ribbons have been placed around both campuses and in downtown Natchitoches.

This year’s […]

Nominations open for outstanding NSU alumni awards

NATCHITOCHES – The Northwestern State University Alumni Association invites nominations for three alumni awards, two that will recognize distinguished service and one for volunteerism toward the Alumni Association.

The deadline to submit applications is midnight Oct. 9. For more information and to access a nomination form visit https://www.northwesternstatealumni.com/awards/.

The awards are Outstanding Young Alumnus/Alumna Distinguished Service […]

Phlebotomy classes to be offered in Natchitoches, Alexandria

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Office of Electronic Learning & Global Engagement will be offering an online and face to face phlebotomy technician training course starting later this month.

The online course will be offered on NSU’s Cenla campus at 1410 Neal Kearby Blvd. in Alexandria starting on with an in person […]

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