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According to the Trevor Project, an LGBTQ+ affirming organization, having trusted and accepting adults and peers in school profoundly enhances LGBTQ+ survival, psychological well-being, and academic success.
Louisiana bill raises concern with LGBTQ+ community
May 25, 2022
Northwestern State University of Louisianas current students discuss whether NSU offers enough support for its first-year students.
Does NSU do enough for its first year students?
April 27, 2022
Northwestern State University of Louisiana students Landon Stephens, Maddy Hensley and Jaz Rasouliyan picked up trash on campus during the university’s annual V.L. Roy Day of Service.
PLP to help clean up Natchitoches for Earth Day
April 18, 2022
According to Vanner Erikson, the bikeshare and pedestrian master plan co-chair, the plan to implement a bikeshare system for the city of Natchitoches and the students at Northwestern State University of Louisiana will resume soon.
Natchitoches to resume bikeshare plan
April 14, 2022
Students of Northwestern State University of Louisiana protest against a pro-life exhibition on Kyser Brickway.
NSU students counterprotest #They’reHumanToo traveling exhibition
April 4, 2022
When entering Edgar Cano’s studio you can see his passion. Every detail that he has put onto his paintings surprises you as the closer you look the more you encounter something that could never be seen at a distance.
Edgar Cano: the artist impacting Natchitoches
April 29, 2022
When entering Edgar Cano’s studio you can see his passion. Every detail that he has put onto his paintings surprises you as the closer you look the more you encounter something that could never be seen at a distance.
Edgar Cano: el artista que impacta a Natchitoches
April 29, 2022
A breezy Northwestern State University T-Shirt finished off with a pair of shorts is the way to stay comfortable during Freshman Connection.
Ways to stay cool and cute during Freshman Connection
April 29, 2022
Though it made a very low amount in box office, the movie CODA had relatively positive reviews from the general public on its representation of people who have deaf hearing. It received numerous accolades.
“Coda” brings representation to the deaf community
April 29, 2022
Northwestern State University of Louisianas freshman connectors are seen as not only the representatives of NSU but the face of it.
What it takes to be a freshman connector
April 28, 2022
NSU recorded their first Southland Conference series sweep of the season at home against Texas A&M Corpus Christi back in early April.
SLC woes call for Demons to ‘stay consistent’
April 27, 2022
Northwestern State University of Louisiana Athletics provides an exclusive experience to the Natchitoches community.
Inside NSU Athletics: the heart of NSU
April 21, 2022
It can be as simple as throwing away potato chip bags or empty popcorn boxes, but cleaning up after each other can help Turpin and Northwestern State University of Louisiana as a whole become more Earth-friendly.
Turpin suffers from litter
April 13, 2022
Cal Carvers transfer from Wichita State University to Northwestern State University of Louisiana in July 2019 landed him across the country.
Student-athlete spotlight: Cal Carver to new normals
April 5, 2022
Students involved in Northwestern State of University of Louisiana athletics are taught how to use a camera to film games and use computer programs to keep record of stats in games.
Behind the scenes in athletics
March 31, 2022
Student media has been imperative to my journey at NSU and it has helped guide me in more than just my professional pursuits.
Letter from the editor: thank you student media
April 29, 2022
Thinking that marijuana has been legalized when it is only been decriminalized is a harmful misconception that could get you in lots of trouble.
Decriminalization versus legalization of marijuana
April 29, 2022
I have so many ideas of what I want to do with this paper that I hold so close to my heart, and I am incredibly thankful to have the opportunity to put them into action, but I know I will need help along the way.
Letter from the incoming editor
April 26, 2022
You will occasionally see me on Turpin Stadium’s football field during halftime as a part of The Demon Heat Colorguard. You will also see me attending functions my friends are members of to support them. There are so many opportunities to be active and involved on campus. Take advantage of what the college experience gives us.
Why you need to get involved on campus
April 25, 2022
Keeping an eye on coffee’s originally sourced locations helps consumers stay informed on ethical and environmental issues around its making.
Coffee production is destroying the world
April 20, 2022

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Letter from the editor: student media, please never lose your wonder

Letter from the editor: student media, please never lose your wonder

April 29, 2021

Trinity Velazquez  Editor in chief  I am not prepared to write this letter. Not only is this my last letter from the editor, it’s my last article I will write for The Current...

Student Spotlight: Bayli Quick, an overcomer

Student Spotlight: Bayli Quick, an overcomer

March 11, 2021

Trinity Velazquez  Editor in Chief  Bayli Quick is soft spoken as she sits on the couch in The Current Sauce office. She has just gotten off from working in the Narcotics...

Confidence couture

Confidence couture

January 28, 2021

Mary Gaffney  Fashion Columnist   Demons, with 2020 behind us I am ready to start the new year with a bang and keep the high energy going. Whether you are in...

A letter from the editor: my white boyfriend and the Black Lives Matter movement

A letter from the editor: my white boyfriend and the Black Lives Matter movement

October 29, 2020

Trinity Velazquez Editor in Chief My boyfriend, Cody, is white. There is no way to ease into that, so I won’t try. He’s a six foot something white guy who loves anything related to basketball,...

Letter from the editor: I am not this paper’s saving grace because I’m a black female

Letter from the editor: I am not this paper’s saving grace because I’m a black female

September 18, 2020

Trinity Velazquez Editor in Chief I’m the first black female EIC of this paper, and I feel that history has its eyes on me. The Current Sauce having a black editor in chief could not...

SGA opens up voting for homecoming nominations

SGA opens up voting for homecoming nominations

September 10, 2020

Trinity Velazquez Editor in Chief On Sep. 8, 2020 Student Government Association voted that all homecoming nominations will open Thursday, Sep. 9, at 5 p.m. and will close Sunday, Sep. 20, at 11:59...

NSU fall sports postponed until 2021

NSU fall sports postponed until 2021

August 13, 2020

Trinity Velazquez Editor in Chief Northwestern State University has decided to postpone all fall sports, including football, volleyball, soccer and cross country until the spring of 2021 due to the coronavirus.  “You...

Letter from the editor: is silence not an act of violence too?

Letter from the editor: is silence not an act of violence too?

May 29, 2020

I have debated over posting my opinion on this issue because as a student media leader my job is to remain unbiased, so my organization sends the message that it serves all students. Regardless of race,...

NSU graduate says virtual commencement “high sigh of relief”

NSU graduate says virtual commencement “high sigh of relief”

May 11, 2020

Trinity Velazquez Editor in Chief Northwestern State University hosted virtual commencements for the Spring 2020 graduates on Friday, May 8. Four videos, one for each academic college, were posted on...

Alumni Spotlight: Denise Lewis Patrick

Alumni Spotlight: Denise Lewis Patrick

February 13, 2020

Growing up in the 1960s, Denise Patrick knew she wanted a career in writing.The Natchitoches native graduated from Northwestern State University in 1977 with a bachelor’s degree in communications....

There is no such thing as the average black girl

There is no such thing as the average black girl

February 5, 2020

Trinity Velazquez Copy Editor Walking out of Starbucks about a week ago, I passed three black women. I made eye contact with one and smiled but she didn’t acknowledge my existence. I thought to myself,...

Scholarship to honor Carley McCord: NSU alumna remembered as supportive, inspiring

Scholarship to honor Carley McCord: NSU alumna remembered as supportive, inspiring

January 29, 2020

Trinity Velazquez Copy Editor The family of Carley McCord, the Northwestern State University alumna who died recently, is working with NSU officials to create a scholarship in her honor. A 2011 NSU graduate,...

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