Northwestern State University to Resume Normal Operations Wednesday

NATCHITOCHES – Following the recent winter weather event and after continued coordination with the National Weather Service and local officials, Northwestern State University will resume normal operations on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. Due to ongoing winter conditions, the NSU Shreveport Campus and NSU at Barksdale Air Force Base will remain closed.

The decision to reopen reflects improving conditions across the region and careful evaluation of travel and campus safety considerations. The safety of our students, faculty, staff, and visitors remains our highest priority, and the university will continue to monitor conditions as operations resume.

Safety Guidance

While conditions have improved, members of the university community are encouraged to continue exercising caution, particularly during morning travel. Students traveling from outside the area or longer distances should use discretion and allow additional time for travel. Students who are unable to return to campus or attend class are encouraged to contact their professors or academic advisors as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made.

Faculty and staff who are unable to safely travel are encouraged to work directly with their supervisors to discuss individual circumstances.

Be alert for any remaining icy patches on roads, sidewalks, and parking areas, dress appropriately for cold temperatures, and take reasonable steps to protect personal safety.

Campus Operations and Student Services

Academic and administrative operations will resume on Wednesday as the university returns to normal operations. Classes will be held as scheduled, and faculty and staff will return to their regular work schedules, with appropriate flexibility for travel-related concerns.

Dining services will also return to normal schedules. Students and members of the campus community are encouraged to continue monitoring official university communications and dining services channels for any service-specific updates as operations fully resume.

NSU Campus Dining (Facebook): https://www.facebook.com/nsucampusdining/

NSU Campus Dining (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/NSUCampusDining

The university will continue to provide updates should conditions change. Please monitor official Northwestern State University communication channels, including the university website and verified social media accounts, for the most current information.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NorthwesternState

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nsula