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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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The house lights dim and the stage lights come up, and suddenly, you realize that this isn’t really Hamilton.”

Texas church under fire for “Hamilton” re-write

September 8, 2022
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Doctor Who: a timeless classic

September 6, 2022
The film takes a deep dive into how modern day dating apps can take a twisted turn from finding potential love to horror.

“Fresh” examines human connection

April 8, 2022
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“Turning Red” is an unflinching look at tweenhood

March 31, 2022
Who knew that four working-class lads from Liverpool would change the landscape of popular culture and the music business?

“The Beatles: Get Back” examines the end of a legacy

February 24, 2022
President of Northwestern State University of Louisiana Marcus Jones announced on Feb. 15 that the mask mandate on campus would be lifted.

Students react to lifting of mask mandate

February 18, 2022
The movie Encanto invites its viewers to express themselves around those they consider family.

“Encanto” lives up to the hype

January 21, 2022
The musical Firebringer appears to be one of innovation and positivity. It brings the audience along for a journey through the eyes of an open-minded main character.

STO’s “Firebringer” brings the heat

January 19, 2022
This new generation of the Home Alone attempts a more modern twist on physical comedy.

Is Disney’s take on “Home Alone” worthwhile?

December 5, 2021
Alice in Borderland is a series about a set of violent games the characters must win to survive using a deck of cards that depict each of their aptitudes.

“Alice in Borderland” is filled with the unexpected

December 2, 2021
As the semester comes to an end and with final exams on the horizon, it’s important to take care of yourself during this stressful time.

How to engage in end of semester self-care

December 2, 2021
George Bailey is a pillar of his community: the idyllic town of Bedford Falls. He seems to live the perfect life with his wife Mary (played by Donna Reed) and his children. However, the audience soon learns that the Bailey family’s life is not picture perfect.

“It’s a Wonderful Life” has a lesson to teach viewers

November 30, 2021
What was supposed to be a weekend of good music and fun soon turned deadly when Travis Scott took the stage on Nov. 5, 2021.

What happened at AstroWorld?: students weigh in

November 29, 2021
One of the factors in the musical’s success was having the first non-binary supporting character in a Broadway musical. However, the producers did not handle representing the character of Jo with the due care that they deserved.

“Jagged Little Pill” fails to provide the representation it promises

November 3, 2021
Even just a small act of genuine kindness can invite any person to trust someone.

“Raya and the Last Dragon:” a princess who doesn’t need saving

October 14, 2021
Reservation Dogs does a good job of representing Indigenous Peoples cultures and traditions.

“Reservation Dogs” works to properly represent indigenous people

October 5, 2021
This is where junior college programs, popularly known as JuCo ball, come into play. The Netflix series “Last Chance U” profiles several junior college football programs, namely East Mississippi Community College in Scooba, Mississippi.

“Last Chance U:” a heartworming redemption story

September 21, 2021
The Pogues (ne’er-do-well surfer kids) and the Kooks (trust fund babies) are not necessarily one-dimensional characters, which is a breath of fresh air in teen dramas such as this one.

Outer Banks brings depth to the teen drama genre

September 14, 2021
The Wicked Wisdom influences are apparent throughout the album, but they are especially apparent in “Don’t Save Me.”

Willow Smith recreates her legacy with newest album

September 7, 2021
Her appearance in “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” and her musical influences speaks to the wider appeal of the 2000s aesthetic.

“SOUR” Review: God! it’s brutal out here

August 30, 2021
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