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Agreement with North Louisiana Crime Laboratory will provide internship opportunities for students

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Department of Physical Sciences and Department of Biology and Microbiology have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the North Louisiana Crime Laboratory in Shreveport.

Under the agreement NLCL will provide internships for students in either forensic laboratory science or forensic investigation degree programs.

“This MOU between […]

NSU volunteer earns Super Bowl Teammate MVP recognition

March 17, 2025

NATCHITOCHES – A simple act of kindness earned Justin Lee of Natchitoches a special recognition following his experience as an NFL Teammate volunteer at Super Bowl LIX. Lee was named a Teammate MVP by MOONSHOT, the provider of customer service training for the NFL. He is one of only […]

Department of Biology and Microbiology to sponsor Venomous Handling course in May

NATCHITOCHES – The Department of Biology and Microbiology at Northwestern State University will sponsor a certification course in Level 1 Venomous Handling for the general public on May 24-25 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in Room 122 of Bienvenu Hall. The course will be taught by the Rattlesnake Conservancy, a non-profit organization […]

Campus events and activities for March 16-22

NATCHITOCHES – Here is a look at the week of March 16-22 at Northwestern State University.

March 16 – NSU Theatre and Dance presents “Roosevelvis,” Theatre West, 2 p.m.

March 18- Special Olympics Red River Games, Walter P. Ledet Track and Field Complex, 9 a.m.-noon

March 18 — Reception honoring Dr. […]

NSU Research Council issues call for papers for 38th annual Research Day

March 14, 2025

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Research Council will host the 38^th annual Research Day Thursday, April 3. Faculty, staff, graduate students and undergraduate students are invited to submit proposals to present their scholarly or creative projects. This face-to-face conference on the Natchitoches campus will include synchronous oral presentations (15 minutes + 5 […]

Public invited to pioneering forum on AI and leadership Wednesday at Northwestern

March 13, 2025

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University (NSU) is set to host a thought-provoking forum that will explore the practical applications of artificial intelligence in leadership and industry. Featuring distinguished experts Dr. Julian Bailes, Dr. Neilank Jha and Monty Chicola, Leadership in the Age of AI will take place on Wednesday, […]

McDermott, Allen honored with title of professor emeritus

NATCHITOCHES – The Department of Music at Northwestern State University has bestowed the title of professor emeritus on retired faculty members Dr. Dennette McDermott and Dr. Burt Allen. McDermott and Allen will be honored at a reception on March 18 at 6 p.m. in the Orville Hanchey Art Gallery and recognized at the Natchitoches-Northwestern […]

Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra to feature concerto winners March 18

NATCHITOCHES – The Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra will perform on Tuesday, March 18 at 7:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall. Tickets are $16.50 if purchased online at https://nnssla.org/ticket-sales or $15 at the door. The concert will feature winners of the annual NSU Concerto Competition. A livestream of the concert will be available […]

Call for papers for Louisiana Studies Conference open through June 1

March 11, 2025

17^th annual event will focus on ‘Louisiana Dramas’

By Dr. Shane Rasmussen, Director of the Louisiana Folk Life Center

NATCHITOCHES – The 17^th annual Louisiana Studies Conference will be held Sept. 13 at Northwestern State University. The conference committee is now accepting presentation proposals for the upcoming […]

Tri Sigmas, Pi Kapps earn Morgan Extra Mile, First Generation Scholarships

March 11, 2025

NATCHITOCHES –Northwestern State University alumni and long-time supporters David and Sherry Morgan recognized outstanding scholars from the Alpha Zeta chapter of Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority and the Beta Omicron chapter of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity during a scholarship awards program March 10.

Extra Mile Scholars are students who […]

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