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On Sept. 12, 2022, Northwestern State University of Louisiana’s Counseling Services hosted a candlelight vigil in light of Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month, opening the space to talk about experiences related to suicide.
NSU Counseling Services and SGA encourages students to participate in Suicide Prevention Awareness events
September 23, 2022
The night started with an introduction performance then throughout the night the performers showed their talent, creativity and ended on a “fork ‘em demons to the crowd to end their first performances of the year.
CAPA welcomes ‘New Faces’ in annual performance
September 15, 2022
The Capital Outlay Project is an essential part of ensuring the success of repairs on campus, which includes fixing the potholes.
Potholes repairs underway on NSU’s Natchitoches campus roads
September 14, 2022
On Sept. 9, 2022 Northwestern State University of Louisiana held the Investiture of the Twentieth President, Marcus D. Jones.
Investiture ceremony held for 20th president of NSU Marcus D. Jones
September 12, 2022
The new facility to replace Kyser Hall will be named the Robert Alost Academic Building, in honor of Northwestern State University’s 16th president.
NSU announces new expansion and replacement plans for on-campus buildings
September 9, 2022
For the Fall 2022 semester, Northwestern State University welcomed a total of 135 students from other nations.
NSU welcomes new students from around the world
September 21, 2022
“Cult of Two” is Faudet’s fifth book, which was released in November of 2019. It is a collection of chilling poetry that haunts Faudet’s mind, as he warns readers that they too may be possessed by the words which are “dripping with magic and mischief.”
Art piece of the month: Michael Faudet’s “Cult of Two”
September 21, 2022
A pair of Doc Martens.
How punk history has influenced fashion today
September 19, 2022
Nick Taylor is working with The Current Sauce news editor, Nina Ovalle, on a story recapping President Jones investiture.
Latinx Success: Nick Taylor’s path to journalism
September 16, 2022
Thursday, Sep. 15, however, is a far larger event open to everyone, with a $5 entry charge. This event starts at 1 p.m. at the Seven Oaks Stage and if it rains, it will be moved to the A.A. Fredericks Auditorium.
National Pan-Hellenic Council to host ‘Step and Stroll’ mixer for NPHC week
September 15, 2022
Northwestern State University of Louisiana’s football squad is gearing up for their season opener against No. 2 ranked Montana on Sept. 3.
Demons OC Blair eager for challenges ahead of No. 2 Montana
September 2, 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
“Every day at a different time, everyone is notified simultaneously to capture and share a Photo in two minutes,” says the BeReal website.
BeReal wants you to BE REAL
September 23, 2022
The dorms we do have are nice, and affordable for most, but there’s one issue: Emotional support animals. The dorms we do have are not necessarily made to support ESAs should a student need to house one.
Service animals need better accommodation at NSU
September 13, 2022
When should it be okay to smoke in public?
Vaping in public
September 7, 2022
The city of Natchitoches is the true experience of being at Northwestern State University. The town is special in its own ways, ways only we students will ever really get to see.
What does it mean to move off campus?
September 2, 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
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Nick Taylor is working with The Current Sauce news editor, Nina Ovalle, on a story recapping President Jones investiture.

Latinx Success: Nick Taylor’s path to journalism

September 16, 2022
Staying organized at the beginning of the semester is vital for academic success, but organizational methods are unique for each person. Some students at Northwestern State University of Louisiana prefer to work ahead.

Students’ advice on how to stay organized

August 31, 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
College has the answers to the many questions you have in mind. The students and faculty of NSU welcome those burning questions.

College 101: advice for future freshmen

April 26, 2022
The nsumemes_ instagram account is a student-run account that posts relatable posts about what it is like being a student at Northwestern State University of Louisiana.

The nsumemes_ Instagram account is creating a culture in NSU

April 25, 2022
The Legacy Garden is a community and learning garden that provides physical and financial access to its neighbors.

Legacy Garden: where everyone belongs

April 20, 2022
During the Spring 2021 semester, Northwestern State University of Louisiana students from the Dear School of Creative and Performing Arts gathered inside A.A. A.A. Frederick’s auditorium to voice their concerns about the department.

CAPA makes changes one year after student protest

April 7, 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
“No matter what life throws at you, you can swing harder,” Kaylynn Semien said.

Fearless Women: Kaylynn Semien’s journey on finding herself

March 31, 2022
From Shreveport, Louisiana, Allison Darty is a senior communication major at Northwestern State University of Louisiana who loves to be a business entrepreneur.

Fearless Women: Allison Darty’s presence in NSU

March 29, 2022
Twelfth Nights cast continue to stay in character as the lights of A.A. Fredericks Auditorium turn back on.

NSU’s “Twelfth Night” is sure to make you laugh

March 18, 2022
Melody Gilbert is an independent filmmaker and a professor in the Department of New Media, Journalism and Communication Arts.

Fearless Women: Melody Gilbert

March 16, 2022
As the lights are dimmed inside of Varnado Hall’s ballroom, audience members relax into their seats and prepare for the conversations this documentary screening will spark.

Documentary screenings dig into heavy topics

March 11, 2022
Langston Hughes was a Harlem Renaissance poet that sought to highlight the lives of African Americans.

Langston Hughes’ words strive to inspire

March 9, 2022
Through her involvement on campus and her teaching style, Emily Zering is one of many powerful women actively shaping Northwestern State University of Louisiana.

Fearless Women: Emily Zering’s fearless mindset

March 8, 2022
“The Sounds of Colombia” featured undergraduate students playing traditional Colombian music along with international undergraduate dancers dancing along to the pieces.

Cultural mini lessons bring a window of diversity to NSU

March 1, 2022
Northwestern State University of Louisiana welcomed Emmy award-winning filmmaker Angela Tucker. Tuker directed “Asexual” and produced “Belly of the Beast.

Emmy award-winning filmaker opens conversations

February 10, 2022

Doris Roque-Robinson: a champion for education

February 1, 2022
The Things I Could Never Tell Steven is a story unlike any other in the realistic fiction genre.

“The Things I Could Never Tell Steven” promises a unqiue audience experience

January 28, 2022
Monique Ardoin (left) and Jordan Richardson (right) welcome you to the The Health Services Clinic.

NSU’s Health Services provide relief for students

January 26, 2022
Northwestern State University of Louisiana and the Natchitoches community will hold a service day to honor Martin Luther King Jr. on Jan. 15.

NSU students will honor MLK in a day of service

January 14, 2022
The rowing team is a fall and spring organization that constantly recruits new members.

For its members, NSU’s Rowing Team is like home

December 1, 2021
The adversities and routine that some students may have to adapt are centered at the lack of parking space for students.

Sudents continue to struggle with parking at NSU

November 29, 2021
Growing up in Honduras, Christmas was celebrated the night before. It was filled with neighbors and family members and popular music blaring throughout the whole house.

How Christmas has changed and has changed me

November 18, 2021
Be the author of your own life, and write about what makes you feel the way that you do. Put yourself first, because you are the only one that knows what you deserve.

Writing for yourself

November 11, 2021
Samantha Martinez on the left, Wendy Martinez-Ortega in the middle and Jalynn LuBom on the right are ready to support Demon football.

Students react to first football game win of the season

October 26, 2021
Lyndsay Brown smiles through the semester.

Students reflect on being halfway through the semester

October 22, 2021
Members of Delta Sigma Theta prepare to create their 2021 homecoming banner.

NSU’s homecoming events will rock you

October 18, 2021
“The legislature allocated for faculty members only, but within the funds given to NSU, administrators were able to award a three percent raise to the staff using the operating budget of the university,” Jones said.

[Photo] NSU awards raise to faculty and staff

September 23, 2021
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