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September E-Edition Vol. 126, No. 1
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March 31, 2023
Working it at the WRAC
February 24, 2023
Student Mental Health Podcast
February 22, 2023
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November 17, 2022
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September 18, 2025
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News
FAUNA announces construction of new facility.
FAUNA announces the construction of a new animal adoption facility
Heidi Gauthier, The Current Sauce News Editor • September 29, 2025

On Sept. 4, Friends All United for Natchitoches Animals (FAUNA) announced the construction of their new animal adoption and welfare facility...

Due to federal funding cuts, the Ben D. Johnson Educational Center closure will take affect this month.
Ben D. Johnson Educational Center to close due to funding cuts
Heidi Gauthier, The Current Sauce News Editor • September 22, 2025
NSU allied health students practice checking pulses on a training dummy to prepare for real-life scenarios.
NSU launches master’s in allied health, welcoming first cohort this fall
Heidi Gauthier, The Current Sauce News Editor • September 18, 2025
Local businesses show their support for NSU by displaying "Proud to be Purple" signs.
NSU launches Proud to be Purple movement with local business support
Heidi Gauthier, The Current Sauce News Editor • September 4, 2025
Currently under construction, Alost Hall is one of the newest additions to campus.
Innovating NSU: Fall 2025 will see new look at Natchitoches campus
Heidi Gauthier, Current Sauce Reporter • May 16, 2025
A.A. Fredericks, where numerous freshmen connection performances used to take place, is currently being renovated.
Freshman Connection relocates due to construction
Victoria Rodrigue, Current Sauce News Editor • May 12, 2025
Northwestern State University of Louisiana has named Mary Edith Stacy as the new dean of the Graduate School.
New dean to preside over NSU’s graduate school
Heidi Gauthier, Current Sauce Reporter • April 30, 2025
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Arts & Living
Laughing Sam's Discs highlights local talent at Natchitoches Original Music Showcase.
Natchitoches Original Music Showcase turns quiet patch into stage for local sound
Kayden Snell, The Current Sauce Reporter • October 2, 2025

The night turned a quiet patch of grass across from Laughing Sam's Discs into a cozy stage for local talent and a welcoming spot for music lovers. The...

Musica Variada is the first of four in a recital series featuring composers from underrepresented communities.
Musica Variada Recital showcases Latin American culture in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month
October 1, 2025
Following the event, each attendee shared their experience after reading and following a domestic violence scenario from a first-person point of view.
In Her Shoes raises awareness for domestic and dating violence through an educational simulation
September 30, 2025
NSU alumnus, Long Purple Line inductee and politician Joe Reece Salter passes away at 82.
From Florien to the State Capitol: Remembering NSU alumnus Joe Reece Salter
September 26, 2025
Viewpoints
Students wonder when Natchitoches will bring in new fashion, food and entertainment stores.
What do students wish to see in Natchitoches?
Phillip Voorhees, The Current Sauce Viewpoints Editor • October 3, 2025

Students at Northwestern State University of Louisiana come from a variety of diverse areas. Although Natchitoches offers many unique things...

Changing majors may feel daunting, maybe even embarrassing, but your professors and department heads will guide you in the right direction if you choose to.
Should you change your major?
September 26, 2025
Reflecting on my time with The Current Sauce has allowed me to address areas of improvement as a publication and a person.
Letter from the Editor: Looking ahead, reflecting back
September 25, 2025
NSU students are able to earn achievements for attending events and view upcoming activities through the new Suitable app.
A closer look at the Suitable app
September 22, 2025
Sports
From Sept. 11 to 14, the Lady Demons tennis team shows promise at the Eagle Invite hosted by the University of North Texas in Denton.
Lady Demons tennis team shows promise in first match of the season
Chase McLaurin, The Current Sauce Reporter • October 1, 2025

Northwestern State University of Louisiana’s Lady Demons tennis team competed in their first match-up of the season from Sept. 11 through Sept....

Northwestern State University of Louisiana Lady Demons soccer defeated Prairie View A&M University on Senior Night.
Lady Demons soccer team secures senior night win against Prairie View A&M University
September 26, 2025
The esports venue is one of several spots on-campus receiving a makeover. It’s relocating to the WRAC.
NSU esports relocates to the WRAC to attract prospective gamers
September 24, 2025
Northwestern State University of Louisiana Lady Demons volleyball lost 0-3 to the University of Louisiana at Monroe Warhawks on Tuesday in their home-opener.
Lady Demons volleyball defeated by the University of Louisiana at Monroe Warhawks in home-opener
September 10, 2025
Multimedia
Order of Omega hosted These Hands Don’t Haze at the Student Union Plaza to raise awareness against hazing during hazing prevention month. Students were asked to write their name and organizations on a hand, then sign the pledge to help end hazing.
These Hands Don’t Haze
Katie Grace Rion, The Current Sauce Photographer • September 26, 2025

Students lit up the dance floor at the Silent Disco hosted by KNWD and the NAACP on September 24, 2025.
Silent Disco
Zoey Fitts, The Current Sauce Photographer • September 25, 2025

On September 12, 2025, cross country hosted the Northwestern State University Pre-SLC Meet.
NSU Pre-SLC Cross-Country Meet
Madelyn Murphy, The Current Sauce Photgrapher • September 25, 2025

Welcome to Burning Conversations! In this episode, Podcast Anchor, Anastasia Douglas, sits down with SGA President Madysen Morgan, to discuss campus organizations, college life, and how to balance it all!
Burning Conversations Season 4 Episode 1 – Leading Campus Life
Anastasia Douglas, The Current Sauce Podcast Anchor • September 22, 2025