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The Natchitoches Christmas Tree stands tall and undecorated as its community prepares to bring magic they've prepared for this year's Christmas celebration.

[Photo] What goes in to planning the Natchitoches Christmas Festival?

December 1, 2022

The Natchitoches Christmas Tree stands tall and undecorated...

There are such large numbers of fentanyl circling around the U.S. at an alarming rate and it only takes a small amount to cause harm.

[Photo] Fentanyl Awareness: keeping yourself safe

November 11, 2022

There are such large numbers of fentanyl circling around...

The portrait of Isabella at the Sylvan Friedman Student Union created by Camilo Mantilla, a graduate student from Cienfuegos, Cuba.

[Photo] The story of Isabella

November 1, 2022

The portrait of Isabella at the Sylvan Friedman Student...

Who would have ever thought that a note to the editor-in-chief of The Current Sauce back in 1993 from the president of the university, regarding a poem published by Argus, would still be relevant today?

[Photo] An Argus scandal between The Current Sauce and then President Alost in 1993 was a censorship issue

October 25, 2022

Who would have ever thought that a note to the editor-in-chief...

Does anyone remember when they were too old to trick or treat? Maybe when you were a preteen or teenager. But should there be a set age when someone is too old or should there even be such a notion as being too old to partake in this event? When does one become the stranger giving out candy to other strangers' children?

[Photo] Will you be asking for candy, or giving it out this Halloween?

October 19, 2022

Does anyone remember when they were too old to trick...

For the fall 2022 semester, enrollment was recorded at 9,389 students, creating a 12.5% decrease from 10,735 students in 2021.

[Photo] NSU experiences fall enrollment decline

October 11, 2022

For the fall 2022 semester, enrollment was recorded...

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.

[Photo] Students’ advice on how to stay organized

August 31, 2022

Staying organized at the beginning of the semester...

Northwestern State University of Louisiana’s on-campus gym, the Wellness Recreational Activity Center has received complaints from students about the clothing policy.

[Photo] Clothing Policy at the WRAC challenged by Students

March 28, 2022

Northwestern State University of Louisiana’s on-campus...

Christie Price, Title IX Coordinator at Northwestern State University of Louisiana, noted Title IX obligations affect anything from recruiting, athletics, admissions, counseling and financial assistance.

[Photo] What you need to know about Title XI

March 10, 2022

Christie Price, Title IX Coordinator at Northwestern...

John S. Kyser Hall, the largest building on Northwestern State University of Louisiana campus, is experiencing issues with one of their elevators. With the building having four floors, it poses a concern for students with physical disabilities.

[Photo] Elevator issues are a recurring issue at NSU: is it time for new buildings?:

March 2, 2022

John S. Kyser Hall, the largest building on Northwestern...

Northwestern State University graduate student, Edgar Cano says his inspiration for the mural was drawn from the history, environment and community of Natchitoches.

[Photo] Volunteers gather to participate in the Natchitoches first community mural

February 22, 2022

Northwestern State University graduate student, Edgar...

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