BPCC Announces Scholarship Recipients within Division of Science, Technology and Mathematics
Bossier City, LA – Bossier Parish Community College (BPCC) is excited to announce the recipients of scholarships funded by Expand Energy’s donation to the BPCC Foundation. This year, 14 students pursuing degrees in Industrial Engineering Technology, Advanced Welding, and Oil & Gas Technology have benefitted from Expand Energy’s generous contribution. “Expand Energy's long-standing commitment to BPCC and our students plays a pivotal role in shaping the future workforce of Northwest Louisiana, and we are
Mendieta wins NSU Inferno Pitch with plan for cutting-edge preventive health platform
Mendieta wins NSU Inferno Pitch with plan for cutting-edge preventative health platform NATCHITOCHES - Valeria Mendieta Montoya of Pereia, Columbia, is this year's first place winner in the Inferno Pitch, an entrepreneurial business competition hosted by Northwestern State University's College of Business and Technology. Mentoya's start-up, "MendiHealth", is a preventative health platform that uses early detection Artificial Intelligence to help manage non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Mendieta wins
Students highlight software and hardware skills at NSU Robotics Competition
Students highlight software and hardware skills at NSU Robotics Competition NATCHITOCHES - A team from Caddo Middle Magnet School in Shreveport won first place at Northwestern State University's Fall 2024 Robotics Competition and Structures Showcase (RC&S3) November 18. Second place went to Donnie Bickham Middle School in Shreveport and third to a team from the Louisiana School for Math, Science and the Arts. More than 60 students from five schools participated. Robots were judged on speed, strength,
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
ASH media classes learn about broadcasting opportunities at NSU
ASH media classes learn about broadcasting opportunities at NSUNSU Journalism and Media Day is Nov. 8 NATCHITOCHES - About 50 students at Alexandria Senior High School joined David Antilley, director of Northwestern State University TV and ESPN+ student coordinator, as he spoke to two full class sections about the NSU's Department of New Media, Journalism, and Communication Arts and the ESPN+ production. Antilley demonstrated the workings of equipment that is used in and out of the ESPN+ trailer and
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
Just in time for Rad Tech Week, NSU Scholars’ professor Nicole Lobdell announces new book, “X-ray”
October 28, 2024 Just in time for Rad Tech Week, NSU Scholars’ professor Nicole Lobdell announces new book, “X-ray” NATCHITOCHES – Nicole Lobdell’s interests in literature, science and medicine all come together in a new book, “X-ray” published by Bloomsbury. Lobdell is an assistant professor of English in the Louisiana Scholars’ College at Northwestern State University. The book is part of Bloomsbury’s Object Lessons Series, a series of books about the hidden lives of ordinary things. Information is
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
Pianist Manuel Matarrita to present a recital on Saturday
October 28, 2024 Pianist Manuel Matarrita to present concert on Nov. 2 NATCHITOCHES -- Pianist Manuel Matarrita will present a recital on Saturday, Nov. 2 at 5:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall. The concert is part of the Louisiana Piano Series International. Tickets are $15. Northwestern State University, BPCC@NSU and Louisiana School for Math, Science and the Arts students are admitted free with a current student I.D. A livestream will be available at capa.nsula.edu/livestream. Northwestern State Assistant
Northwestern State honors veteran educators, young professional at Hall of Distinguished Educators i
October 26, 2024 Northwestern State honors veteran educators, and young professionals at the Hall of Distinguished Educators induction NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Gallaspy College of Education and Human Development honored three alumni with induction into the Hall of Distinguished Educators and recognized a young alumnus as an outstanding young professional. The celebration took place Oct. 26 in conjunction with Homecoming festivities. From left are Dr. Neeru Deep, interim dean of
''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
Celebrate the invention of the Rubik’s Cube at Math 4 Fun Nov. 9
Celebrate the invention of the Rubik's Cube at Math 4 Fun Nov. 9 NATCHITOCHES - There are over 43 quadrillion arrangements - and only one solution to one of the most popular puzzles ever invented. Math teachers of all levels are invited to join a celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Rubik's Cube, the iconic 3D combination puzzle invented by Hungarian sculptor and professor of architecture Ernő Rubik in 1974. Math 4 Fun will take place from 10 a.m. - noon Saturday, Nov. 9 at the Louisiana School for
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,