Students in Dr. Charles Pellegrin’s class at Northwestern State University capped off a study of American History 1912-1929 with a Gatsby party. From left are Pellegrin, Faith Sims, Vincent Sweedman, Jaylee Smith, Payton Netherland, Kennedy Parks, Emily Turner and Dr. James MacDonald. The party included costumes, 1920s music, snacks and a preview of a book talk that will take place at Watson Library at 3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22 titled “Killing the Kingfish: The Huey Long Assassination” with author Jack B. McGuire. Admission is free and open to the public.