School of Education

NSU Doctor of Education candidate’s award-winning research focuses on community college administration

November 15, 2024

NATCHITOCHES – A doctoral candidate in Northwestern State University’s Adult Learning and Development program was recognized as one of eight Research-In-Progress award winners at the Mid-South Educational Research Association (MSERA).

Craig Leager of Monroe, Iowa, is pursuing research titled “The Community College Presidency and Why Qualified Candidates Are Saying ‘No Thanks.’”

“This is a rigorous […]

Friends invited to join induction for Hall of Distinguished Educators

October 2, 2024

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Gallaspy College of Education and Human Development will honor four alumni with induction into the Hall of Distinguished Educations Saturday, Oct. 26.

This year’s Distinguished Educators are Andrea Lisenbea Martin, William “Bill” Morrison and Julio Toro.  Jonathan Parish will be honored as Outstanding […]

NSU cuts ribbon on Center for Excellence in Teaching

Natchitoches – Northwestern State University’s School of Education hosted a ribbon-cutting for the new Center for Excellence in Teaching, which will serve aspiring teachers through mentoring, coaching, workshops, service projects and well-being awareness. The CET is located in Room 113 C of the Teacher Education Center.  Joining the ribbon-cutting were, from left, Dr. […]

Center for Excellence in Teaching ribbon cutting set for Sept. 18

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s School of Education will hold a ribbon cutting to open the School’s Center for Excellence in Teaching.  The ribbon cutting will take place at noon Wednesday, Sept. 18 at the Teacher Education Center Room 113C. The Teacher Education Center is located at 150 Tarleton Drive on the NSU […]

Music Ed grad pushed through adversity towards degree, earned Perseverance Award

NATCHITOCHES – A positive attitude and a dose of determination helped Jose Del Rio of Boutte complete his academic journey at Northwestern State University.  Del Rio is earning a bachelor’s degree in music education (vocal) K-12, following a semester of challenges that included car trouble, flu, weather disruptions and other frustrations.  NSU’s School of Education […]

Graduating educators recognized with Gold Apple Pins

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Gallaspy College of Education and Human Development hosted a Gold Apple pinning ceremony for senior students who will graduate this semester with Bachelor’s Degrees in Education and begin their career as educators.  On the front row from left are Jenna Pottmeyer of Dry Creek, Sarah Edelen of Stonewall, Erin Smith […]

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