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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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NSU to host student body elections

NSU to host student body elections

March 12, 2021

Christian Bell  Reporter  Northwestern State University’s Student Government Association will be hosting student body election filings beginning on March...

Iberville stage to be named after first seven Black students

Iberville stage to be named after first seven Black students

January 21, 2021

Timothy Holdiness  News Editor  The stage on Iberville Green is set to be named Oaks Stage in honor of the first seven Black students to attend Northwestern State University.  "We...

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...

New bill puts pressure on accountability for professors

New bill puts pressure on accountability for professors

April 21, 2020

Sadie LeComte Digital Editor Northwestern State University’s Student Government Association passed a resolution at Monday’s meeting that “implores professors to adhere...

NSU to receive funding from latest stimulus package

NSU to receive funding from latest stimulus package

April 15, 2020

Sadie LeComte Digital Editor The university will get $5,647,034 in aid from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, President Chris Maggio said at the Student Government Association meeting...

Late student honored at SGA meeting

Late student honored at SGA meeting

March 11, 2020

Sadie LeComte Digital Editor The Student Government Association asks all members of the Northwestern State University community to remember the life of James Evans, an NSU student who died on Feb....

Mayoral candidate addresses SGA

Mayoral candidate addresses SGA

March 4, 2020

Keator Poleman Digital Editor Ahead of the April 4 elections, Natchitoches mayoral candidate Ronnie Williams Jr., Democrat, visited the Student Government Association Monday to answer questions...

University in talks over program to provide students with affordable course materials

University in talks over program to provide students with affordable course materials

February 19, 2020

Keator PolemanDigital Editor Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Greg Handel and Assistant to the Provost for Academic Support and Auxiliary Services Jennifer Kelly discussed proposals...

Black History Month event speaker-less as month nears end

Black History Month event speaker-less as month nears end

February 13, 2020

Keator PolemanDigital Editor The Student Government Association will not have a Black History Month speaker for this year’s event, Academic Affairs Commissioner Tja'h Edwards said at Monday’s meeting....

Officials: Dorm security upgrades coming

Officials: Dorm security upgrades coming

February 5, 2020

Keator Poleman Digital Editor Dozens of cameras are to be installed at the University Place I and II dormitories, Student Government Association members learned at their meeting Monday night. Stephanie...

SGA, administration in talks over fee hike

SGA, administration in talks over fee hike

January 29, 2020

Keator Poleman Digital Editor At Monday’s Student Government Association meeting, SGA President Jacob Ellis shared Dean of Students Francis Conine's response to the SGA cabinet's concerns about the...

SGA votes on ORF funding bill

SGA votes on ORF funding bill

April 23, 2019

ORF is a program designed to help Registered Student Organizations with funding. SGA President Jacob Ellis said ORF ran out of money around January of this year. SGA voted on a bill last night that would...

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