Inferno Pitch teams advance to finals, one team wins $3,000 for entrepreneurial idea
Inferno Pitch teams advance to finals, one team wins $3,000 for entrepreneurial idea NATCHITOCHES - Six teams have been named finalist in the 2024 Inferno pitch, an entrepreneurial business competition hosted by Northwestern State University's College of Business and Technology. "This is the ultimate platform for student entrepreneurs to showcase their innovative ideas and compete for valuable prizes and industry recognition," said Dr. Weiwen Liao, associate professor of business. "After an intensive
Nominations for the Go Natchitoches Awards are Open!
Natchitoches, LA, November 12, 2024: The Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the official rebranding of the Annual Best of Natchitoches Awards to the Go Natchitoches Awards: A Showcase in Excellence. While the purpose of the event remains the same - to showcase businesses and organizations who go above and beyond to make Natchitoches a great place to live, work and play - the Go Natchitoches branding will bring a new energy to the annual awards. This rebranding is part of the
Cane River NHA launched Winter Accessory Drive for Blue Ridge NHA residents impacted by Hurricane
Cane River NHA launches Winter Accessory Drive for Blue Ridge NHA residents impacted by Hurricane Helene The Cane River National Heritage Area (CRNHA) is calling on the local community to participate in a winter accessory drive aimed at helping the residents of the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area (BRNHA) in North Carolina, who are facing a difficult winter in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. This devastating storm left many in need of basic essentials as they navigate the coming colder months. In a
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A Season of Fine ForGIVING at the Library
A Season of Fine ForGIVING at the Library Natchitoches, LA, November 01, 2024 - The Natchitoches Parish Library's (NPL) "Fine ForGIVING" program has returned and will again be offering several unique opportunities for patrons to give back to the community while simultaneously reducing fines on their accounts. Whether is be canned food, pet food, coats, toys, or gently used Halloween costumes, items can be donated at either library branch location to be distributed back into the community. And if you do
20 high school bands to take part in Classic on the Cane Marching Contest
October 29, 2024 Annual Classic on the Cane Marching Contest set for Saturday NATCHITOCHES – The Spirit of Northwestern Marching Band will host the 35th annual Classic on the Cane Marching Contest on Saturday, Nov. 2 at Turpin Stadium. The competition begins at 10 a.m. The Spirit of Northwestern Marching Band will perform at 4:30 p.m. The Awards Ceremony is at 4:45 p.m. Tickets are $10 for general admission and $8 for senior citizens, military, and children 8 and under. NSU Director of Bands Anthony Pursell
Acclaimed trombonist John Fedchock to perform with NSU Jazz Orchestra Nov. 4
October 29, 2024 NSU Jazz Orchestra to welcome trombonist John Fedchock for Nov. 4 concert NATCHITOCHES – The Northwestern State University Jazz Orchestra will present a concert on Monday, Nov. 4 at 7:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall. Admission is free and open to the public. A live stream of the concert will be available at nsula.edu/capa/capalivestream. Associate Professor of Music Galindo Rodriguez will conduct the orchestra. Trombonist John Fedchock will be the featured guest artist. Fedchock’s
Northwestern State alumna CPT Dominitra Charles honored during homecoming football game
October 26, 2024 By Sid HallMilitary Affairs Coordinator / ROTC Program Manager Northwestern State alumna CPT Dominitra Charles honored during homecoming football game NATCHITOCHES –In continuing its tradition of honoring those who serve in the nation’s Armed Forces, Northwestern State University recognized the military service of Captain Dominitra Charles during its homecoming game on October 26. Charles commissioned through NSU’s ROTC program in 2019 as a Medical Materials Officer in the Louisiana
''Twelve Angry Jurors'' to be performed at NSU Nov. 6-10
October 28, 2024 NSU Theatre and Dance to perform “Twelve Angry Jurors” NATCHITOCHES -- Northwestern State University Theatre and Dance will present the drama “Twelve Angry Jurors” on Nov. 6-10 in Theatre West. Performance times are Nov. 6-9 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 9-10 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for children and senior citizens. NSU, BPCC@NSU and Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts students are admitted free with a current student I.D. For tickets and more information, please
Investiture is ‘full circle moment’ for James Genovese, Northwestern State’s 21st president
October 25, 2024 Investiture is ‘full circle moment’ for James Genovese, Northwestern State’s 21st president Genovese Investiture - Speech: The formal investiture of James Genovese as Northwestern State University’s 21st president took place Friday. Genovese said the event is a symbolic moment for the university, marking a new chapter in the 140-year history of the school. Genovese Investiture – Regalia: NSU’s 21st President James Genovese was presented with academic regalia, a gift from the student
Bossier Parish Community College Expands Healthcare Programs in Natchitoches, Many
Expansion provides new career, education opportunities for rural communities Bossier Parish Community College (BPCC) has expanded its Nursing and Allied Health program offerings at the Natchitoches and Sabine Valley (Many) campuses. These new additions provide students in rural areas with greater access to high-demand careers in healthcare and administrative fields. The BPCC Natchitoches campus has launched several new healthcare-related programs, including EKG/Telemetry, Emergency Medical Technician,
