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Tips for attending the Natchitoches Christmas Festival

November 24, 2023

As the famous Christmas song says, “It’s the most...

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Louisiana Scholars’ College looks to connect during the Homecoming weekend

November 3, 2023

The Louisiana Scholars’ College was founded in 1987...

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“Roma” brings new light in film industry for Hispanics

October 11, 2023

Telling Hispanic stories and providing accurate representation...

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Creole Heritage Center showcases “Elemental Threads”

October 4, 2023

Northwestern State University of Louisiana’s Creole...

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NSU’s Department of Music showcased their faculty

September 20, 2023

The Northwestern State University of Louisiana Department...

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Cane River Theatre Company sets the stage for community theatre in Natchitoches

September 6, 2023

Northwestern State University of Louisiana has been...

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TikTok and Snapchat AI’s : Is science fiction becoming a reality?

May 2, 2023

It might be insane to think that 20 years ago, artificial...

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“Pirates of Penzance” was a swashbuckling good time!

April 24, 2023

When most people think of pirates, they think of Patchy...

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University Programming Council encourages students to have a safe spring break

April 3, 2023

Northwestern State University’s University Programming...

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Natchitoches and NSU celebrate Ramadan

March 30, 2023

On March 22, 2023, Muslims around the world began their...

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Kate Bush paved the way for female creatives

March 27, 2023

In the past few months, you’ve probably heard a little...

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“Steel Magnolias” tells an iconic local story with heart, humor and some trademark Southern sass

March 23, 2023

When the average person thinks of Natchitoches, three...

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“This Is Why” reflects a more mature sound for Paramore

February 27, 2023

If you had an emo phase in middle school (even if you...

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NSU hosts Inclusive Coaching Seminar Series: Spirituality and Religion

February 18, 2023

Northwestern State University of Louisiana’s Center...

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Does Tim Burton’s “Wednesday” hold its own in the Addams Family legacy?

February 9, 2023

If you’re someone who looks on the spookier side...

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Does Kaleidoscope redefine the “heist film” genre?

February 2, 2023

Statistically speaking, there are at least 40,000 different...

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Local businesses offer discounts during the holidays

December 6, 2022

With the festive season coming up, students may be...

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STO members shine in fall STOcase: “Songs of the Rainbow”

December 4, 2022

The Northwestern State University of Louisiana Student...

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The Peanuts express an attitude of gratitude in “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving”

November 27, 2022

The Peanuts gang have long been a fixture in American...

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“The Government Inspector” brings a tale of deceit, corruption and mistaken identities to the stage

November 17, 2022

How do you bring a classic like Nikolai Gogol’s play,...

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Modern in Motion never ceases to amaze

October 21, 2022

Northwestern State University of Louisiana’s Dance...

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Demons Come out at Night pep rally headlined by 3OH!3

September 26, 2022

The “Demons Come Out at Night” pep rally was held...

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Texas church under fire for “Hamilton” re-write

September 8, 2022

Close your eyes and imagine this: your friend buys...

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Doctor Who: a timeless classic

September 6, 2022

Next year will mark 60 years since “Doctor Who”...

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“Fresh” examines human connection

April 8, 2022

The modern dating scene can be full of horrors. With...

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“Turning Red” is an unflinching look at tweenhood

March 31, 2022

The 2000s was a rather interesting time in the world’s...

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

February 24, 2022

Who knew that four working-class lads from Liverpool...

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Students react to lifting of mask mandate

February 18, 2022

President of Northwestern State University of Louisiana...

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“Encanto” lives up to the hype

January 21, 2022

The Madrigal family may not talk about Bruno, but everyone...

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STO’s “Firebringer” brings the heat

January 19, 2022

The Northwestern State University of Louisiana Student...

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

December 5, 2021

The “Home Alone” series of films is one of the...

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“Alice in Borderland” is filled with the unexpected

December 2, 2021

It’s a rather familiar story: a young girl falls...

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How to engage in end of semester self-care

December 2, 2021

It’s that time of year again! Finals week is quickly...

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

November 30, 2021

“Every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings.” Does...

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What happened at AstroWorld?: students weigh in

November 29, 2021

Travis Scott is known the world over for his rap anthems,...

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

November 3, 2021

“Jagged Little Pill,” Diablo Cody’s, best known...

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

October 14, 2021

A magical dragon, a warrior princess and the fate of...

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“Reservation Dogs” works to properly represent indigenous people

October 5, 2021

For decades, the media has struggled with the best...

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“Last Chance U:” a heartworming redemption story

September 21, 2021

Every student athlete dreams of the day that they will...

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Outer Banks brings depth to the teen drama genre

September 14, 2021

With its focus on youth culture and solid storylines,...

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Willow Smith recreates her legacy with newest album

September 7, 2021

Willow Smith has struck gold yet again with “Lately...

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

Olivia Rodrigo returns listeners to the 2000s

August 30, 2021

For the longest time, teenage angst has made an excellent...

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