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Squeaking shoes echo across the gym floor as students shuffle side to side, paddles gripped tightly, eyes locked on the plastic ball sailing over the net. A sharp pop follows each swing, mixed with laughter and friendly commentary between each round. For members at Northwestern State University of Louisiana’s pickleball club, the court is more...
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Julie H. measures a good day at Moonstone + Earth by one thing: whether a visitor leaves knowing more than when they walked in. Moonstone + Earth at 760 Front St is the latest addition to Natchitoches, having opened a little over two months ago. It offers something Natchitoches hasn’t had before: a variety of...
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When you walk across a college campus today, you will see a large variety in student clothing, from pajama pants to full suits. For years now, the expectation has been to wear whatever makes you comfortable, but when did this become common practice, and what do others at Northwestern State University of Louisiana think? ...
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A proposed restructuring of Northwestern State University of Louisiana’s student association fees could change how several student organizations receive funding, shifting money between existing programs, while adding dedicated fees for NSU-TV and choir and eliminating one for the NSU Crew, NSU’s rowing team. The proposal for the 2027-2028 academic year is in
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Registered Student Organizations (RSO) aren’t just achievements you can list on a resume; they create a social framework for students. In the real world, finding people with similar interests and goals can be difficult, but at Northwestern State University of Louisiana, RSOs can help bring people together. How do RSOs contribute to student culture, and...
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One day, Northwestern State University of Louisiana’s Athletic Director Kevin Bostian sparked a conversation with one of the Demon football players’ fathers about ways to bring in revenue for the athletic department. Now, a little over a year later, the athletic department will host its inaugural Top of the Boot music festival, a two-day event featuring Gram
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With spooky season upon us, jack-o’-lanterns glow, candy fills the air and haunting horror flicks are back. So much local history, many don’t know, ties Natchitoches to hair-raising tropes people love, from our local ghost to a cemetery with a tense past. Many of these myths and stories began as attempts to explain natural phenomena...
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Northwestern State University of Louisiana is developing a new policy to establish guidelines for how students and employees can use artificial intelligence (AI). NSU has a policy in Moodle for students’ use of AI in coursework, provided by professors, effective Aug. 11. The policy states that students cannot use generative AI to complete coursework...
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Editor’s Note: Back in the 1970s, The Current Sauce ran a recurring column called “Hot Sauce,” where any student could submit a question directly to NSU’s president, and he would them answer them in the following print edition. The Current Sauce staff decided to open submissions to Natchitoches community members. NSU’s President James Genovese decided...
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My job on Journey of Hope has taught me what inclusion actually costs. Journey of Hope is the flagship event of The Ability Experience, Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity’s national philanthropy, where two teams cycle across the country to raise money and awareness for individuals with disabilities. The ride covers nearly 4,000 miles from San Francisco,...
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Categories: MultimediaShowcase First Night Fest Darlisha Jefferson, The Current Sauce Photographer • August 18, 2026 Gallery • 17 Photos Darlisha Jefferson Students kicked off the fall semester at First Night Fest by connecting with campus organizations, playing games and enjoying food and live music from SM6. View Story Comments 0 Like This Story Share on F
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The University Programming Council and Collegiate Panhellenic Council hosted a “Bridgerton”-themed Galentine’s Day event on Feb. 11, with a pastel color theme and interactive activity stations for students. The event included jewelry making, candle making and finger foods, giving students many ways to participate throughout the evening, and offering a way to
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The Potpourri Professor of the Year for 2025-2026 is Dr. Kaleigh MacQueen. She has been an associate professor of veterinary technology for six years and was recently appointed the interim department head of veterinary technology. MacQueen graduated from Louisiana State University for veterinary school and worked at a private practice for three years before
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KNWD is Northwestern State University’s broadcasting radio station, run by students for the campus. The staff takes requests from students and runs constant music, news, sports and podcasts. Created in April 1974 and first airing in September 1975, KNWD has served the student body and Natchitoches community for over 50 years. Bringing every genre of...
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Graduation is the culmination of a student’s academic career at Northwestern State University. The Fall 2025 commencement ceremonies took place on Dec. 17 and 18, with 595 graduates walking the stage to receive 607 degrees. The ceremony also offered 290 summer 2025 graduates—earning 292 degrees—the chance to participate. Graduation honors the hard work and d
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Argus, first published in 1976, is Northwestern State University’s art and literary magazine. The Argus staff works throughout the year to publish their magazine while also producing monthly ‘zines. This year is the 50th anniversary of the magazine. Each year, the Argus editorial team selects a theme for its magazine’s content. This year, the theme...
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NSU’s Got Talent, hosted by KNWD, is a student-run talent show that allows Northwestern State University students the chance to show off their talents on a larger scale. This year’s event was held at A.A. Fredericks Fine Arts Center, which boasts a large stage where students performed, and was hosted by comedian Jay McKinney. The...
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