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Graduation E-Edition Vol. 125, No. 14
Graduation E-Edition Vol. 125, No. 14
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E-Edition Vol. 125, No. 12 Women's History Month Edition
E-Edition Vol. 125, No. 12 Women’s History Month Edition
March 7, 2025
E-Edition Vol. 125, No. 11 Valentine's Day Edition
E-Edition Vol. 125, No. 11 Valentine’s Day Edition
February 25, 2025
E-Edition Vol. 125, No. 10 Black History Month Edition
E-Edition Vol. 125, No. 10 Black History Month Edition
February 7, 2025
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Women’s History Month Podcast
March 31, 2023
Working it at the WRAC
February 24, 2023
Student Mental Health Podcast
February 22, 2023
KNWD News Covers Wellness Fest
November 17, 2022
Laney Roos Interview
March 24, 2023
Maggie Darr Interview
March 24, 2023
Donald Pickett Interview
January 30, 2023
Smelser named NSU director of strength and conditioning
January 19, 2023
KNWD Sports Interview with Greedy Williams & Isaac Haney
November 11, 2022
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The Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts is a public residential high school on Northwestern State University of Louisiana's campus.
LSMSA settles sexual harassment lawsuit with former instructor
Lia Portillo Cantarero, Current Sauce Editor-in-Chief • April 16, 2025

A four-year legal battle between a former instructor and the Louisiana School for Math, Science and the Arts has ended with a $170,000 settlement...

One tradition that never fails during a graduation ceremony is group selfies.
NSU prepares for upcoming graduation ceremonies
Victoria Rodrigue, Current Sauce News Editor • April 8, 2025
Northwestern State University of Louisiana introduces new Artificial Intelligence innovations through world-renowned experts.
Business, medicine and leadership experts discuss AI’s impact
Kallie Bourgeois, Current Sauce Copy Editor • April 7, 2025
Executive director of University Affairs Jennifer Kelly encourages people to slow down at crosswalks whether on campus, across from campus or off campus.
Traffic increase amid campus construction and increased retention rates
Victoria Rodrigue, Current Sauce News Editor • April 1, 2025
In this exhibition, the artist presents a series of new works that explore the genre of landscape by combining impressionistic sensibilities with elements of mid-century color field painting.
Derek Sarvis graduate exhibition “Impressed.”
Derek Sarvis, Press Release • March 20, 2025
SGA President Madysen Morgan and Vice President Chris James are accompanied by some of the members of the newly elected senate.
Student body passes SGA Referendum and elected senators for next year
Victoria Rodrigue, Current Sauce News Editor • March 17, 2025
A $2 increase will be implemented starting at three credit hours to assist spirit groups, including Northwestern Cheerleading and the Purple Pizzazz Pom Line.
Student Fee Referendum to be voted on during the Spring Election
Heidi Gauthier, Current Sauce Reporter • March 10, 2025
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Every spring semester, the President's Leadership Program hosts their annual Special Olympics games.
Leading with purpose: A closer look at the President’s Leadership Program at NSU
Rebecca Smith, Current Sauce Reporter • April 23, 2025

At Northwestern State University of Louisiana, the President's Leadership Program (PLP) allows students to grow as leaders through academics,...

The Trevor Project aids LGBTQ+ youth with mental health resources and reduces stigma surrounding the community.
SGA and the Gail Metoyer Jones Center honors “Day of (NO) Silence” with The Trevor Project
April 23, 2025
During his time at NSU, Daviion Telsee found that storytelling was one of his true passions.
From student to storyteller, Daviion Telsee
April 17, 2025
The program "Gowns for Grads" was started by Jennifer Shaw, the research associate for the Title IV-E program.
Are you ready for graduation? Here’s a guide to make sure you are
April 14, 2025
Viewpoints
Josias Ramos, violin performance major, has been a student at NSU for five years and will be graduating in Spring 2025
Is the super senior stigma considerate of the college experience?
Nina Ovalle, Current Sauce Viewpoints Editor • April 18, 2025

A bachelor’s degree must be completed within four years. If you are to take a longer time to graduate, then clearly you are falling behind...

With these cases in mind, how does the student body of Northwestern State University of Louisiana feel about the casualties associated with hazing.
NSU greek life reacts to tragic hazing incident at Southern University and A&M College
April 4, 2025
Women juggle life as stay-at-home moms and business women, sacrificing their headspace and wellbeing for a better life for their families.
Balancing gender roles: How the role of women has changed through the years
March 31, 2025
Junior biology major Samari Finney has aspirations of becoming a general dentist and obtaining a certification in welding.
Are women in the workforce at an all-time high?
March 24, 2025
Sports
The Lady Demons fall to the University of Incarnate Word Cardinals 69-59 in the quarterfinals of the 2025 Southland Conference Basketball Championships.
NSU basketball teams show resilience in Southland Conference Championship tournament
Rebecca Smith, Current Sauce Reporter • April 22, 2025

The men’s and women’s basketball teams at Northwestern State University of Louisiana demonstrated determination and growth during their respective...

The Northwestern State Demons baseball team competed against UTRGV on April 6.
Demon baseball demonstrates grit in the midseason
April 15, 2025
Ashlyn Svoboda reminisces on her college volleyball experience while in Prather Coliseum.
How opportunities and challenges shaped student-athletes for their future
April 11, 2025
Northwestern State University of Louisiana's pool is set to open in June for students and the Natchitoches community.
NSU’s recreation complex pool to offer classes and job opportunities for students
April 3, 2025
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NSU Graduation
NSU Graduation
Stephani Bradley, Current Sauce Illustrator • April 14, 2025

Burning Conversations Season 3 Episode 5 – Meet the Director
Burning Conversations Season 3 Episode 5 – Meet the Director
Anastasia Douglas, Current Sauce Podcast Anchor • April 10, 2025

For the first time in seven years, the Eta Chi chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. hosted their highly anticipated new member presentation.
AKA New Members Presentation
Lalaina Wood, Current Sauce Photographer • April 9, 2025

To celebrate Women’s History Month, the Student Theatre Organization hosts a cabaret, an event where members are able perform a piece of their choice.
Student Theatre Organization Cabaret
Katie Grace Rion, Current Sauce Photographer • March 31, 2025