Working together with NSU faculty and our partners to improve our regional community, economy, and workforce.

Corporate and Community Engagement

Economic Development

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Partner with NSU

A Path to Innovation & Growth

We understand that every organization has unique goals and challenges. Whether you are seeking to enhance your workforce, solve critical research and development problems, or become part of a dynamic innovation ecosystem, NSU offers customized partnership opportunities to help your company achieve its objectives.

Let’s Build the Future, Together

At NSU, we believe that the most impactful outcomes come from the collaboration between industry and academia. By partnering with us, you are not only advancing your company’s growth but also helping shape the future of education and innovation. Each industry partnership with NSU is tailored to provide significant value. We offer annual partner plans designed around your company’s needs, allowing for flexibility and effective engagement.

Benefits

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Visibility on Campus and Beyond

Gain exposure not only on campus but also through our network of students, faculty, and administrators, increasing your visibility among the next generation of innovators.

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Collaborative Opportunities for Industry Solutions

Working with NSU opens doors to research collaborations with faculty and students eager to tackle real-world problems.

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Access to Promising Talent

Through internships, co-op programs, and recruitment events, NSU provides avenues for you to discover top-tier talent early in their careers.

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Donation and Sponsorship Opportunities

Support the NSU Foundation through scholarships and endowments which directly benefit students and faculty.

Meet the Team

Laurie Morrow
Executive Director

Gwen Fontenot
Director of Corporate & Community Engagement
fontenotg@nsula.edu
318-357-4271

Danielle Cobb
Associate Director of Corporate & Community Engagement
cobbd@nsula.edu
318-357-5513

Jill Leo
Associate Director of Innovation
leoj@nsula.edu 
318-357-4069

NSU News and Events

NSU WRAC will close

Northwestern State University’s NSU’s Wellness, Recreation and Activities Center will abide by Gov. John Bel Edwards’ public health directive intended to curtail the spread of COVID-19 and will close at the end of business hours March 16. The WRAC will remain closed through April 13 when the governor will reevaluate the state public health situation at which time the measures could be extended.

NSU provides information about coronavirus

Northwestern State University is partnering with local, state and federal public health departments to keep the campus community informed about the coronavirus and the measures individuals should take to stay healthy.

Cancellations and Postponements

Northwestern State University has cancelled or postponed several large events in the wake Gov. John Bel Edwards’ March 13 proclamation to halt gatherings of more than 250 people until April 13.

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