NSU Office of Alumni and Development

The Annual NSU Social Work Department Tailgate Party
2024-10-26 10:30 - 13:30 (America/Chicago) | Demon Alley Tailgating Field
Alumni, current students, and future students are invited to join the NSU Department of Social Work Faculty in celebrating Homecoming at the annual Northwestern State University Department of Social Work Tailgate Party. Hosted by the NSU Department of Social Work, NSU Title IV-E Child Welfare Scholars Program, and The NSU Social Work Club. Come out and show your school spirit, have some food, and learn about the updates in our department, the Title IV-E Scholars Program, and the Social Work Club! Saturday, October 26, 2024, at 10:30AM to 1:30PM at Donald’s Demon Alley near the Collins Family Pavilion. Those attending are encouraged to RVSP using the following link: https://forms.office.com/r/e2qX1CHQED

Lamar at NSU Homecoming Game Alumni Tailgate
2024-10-26 10:30 - 13:30 | NSU Collins Pavilion, 210 S Jefferson St, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
You’re invited to join the NSU Alumni Association prior to the game at the Collins Family Pavilion. Tailgating begins at 10:30am. Food tickets can be purchased at the tailgate. Pricing and details are below:
Non-Alumni Association members
$15.00
*Includes 1 trip to buffet + 2 drinks
Alumni Association members
$10.00
*Includes 1 trip to buffet + 2 drinks
Lifetime Alumni Association members
Eat free!
*Includes 1 trip to buffet + 2 drinks
Children 12 and under
$7.00
*Includes 1 trip to buffet + 2 soft-drinks
2 drink tickets
$5

Hall of Distinguished Educators Reception & Induction 2024
2024-10-26 10:30 - 12:30 | Teacher Education Center, 100 Tarlton Drive, Natchitoches, LA, 71497, United States
Northwestern State University’s Gallaspy College of Education and Human Development announces individuals who will inducted into the Hall of Distinguished Educators during Homecoming festivities.
Honorees are Andrea Martin, William “Bill” Morrison and Julio Torro. Jonathan Parish will be honored as Outstanding Young Professional.
A reception for the honorees will begin at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 in the Commons Area at the Teacher Education Center, 150 Tarleton Drive. The induction ceremony will start at 11 a.m. Friends, colleagues and alumni are invited to attend.

Title IV-E Child Welfare Appreciation Rally
2024-10-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Kyser Hall Room 345B, 165 Sam Sibley Dr, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
Title IV-E Child Welfare Appreciation Rally Flyer: Former and Current Title IV-E Child Welfare Scholars, DCFS Field Supervisors, and students interested in becoming a Title IV-E Scholar are invited to rally in the Child Welfare Room located in Room 345B of Kyser Hall on October 26, 2024 from 10AM until 11 AM. NSU Title IV-E would like to honor the important work done by child Welfare Workers, our Alumni, and Field
Supervisors that support our students. All participants are encouraged to come dressed in your Homecoming Attire and join us directly afterward at the NSU Department of Social Work Tailgate Party. Coffee and light refreshments will be provided at the Rally. Those coming to the Rally are encouraged to RSVP to help us prepare.
RSVP: https://forms.office.com/r/gJJaRMsBjq

The N-Club Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony 2024
2024-10-26 08:30 | A.A. Fredericks Fine Arts Auditorium, 150 Central Ave, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
Venue changed to A.A. Fredericks Fine Arts Auditorium
The Hall will welcome 16 total inductees – two of whom could not make their initial ceremony – into its Class of 2024 during its 8:30 a.m. Oct. 26 induction ceremony ahead of the Homecoming football game against Lamar.

NSU Homecoming Parade and Pep Rally
2024-10-25 17:30 | Natchitoches River Front, 626 Front St, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
Homecoming parade begins on NSU campus and ends at the Fleur de Lis stage on the downtown riverbank where the Homecoming Honor Court will be introduced and spirit groups will perform.

NSU Long Purple Line Luncheon
2024-10-25 12:00 - 13:30 | The Natchitoches Events Center, 750 Second Street, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
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The 2024 inductees are the late Jack Brittain, Jr, Dr. Steve Horton, Doug Ireland, Dr. Chris Maggio, and Robert “Skeeter” Salim, all of Natchitoches, and Henry Burns of Haughton, LA. The inductees will be honored at a luncheon on October 25, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. at the Natchitoches Events Center. Doors open at 11:15am.

Investiture of James T. Genovese
2024-10-25 10:00 | A.A. Fredericks Fine Arts Auditorium, 150 Central Ave, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
Northwestern State University will hold formal investiture ceremonies for James T. Genovese, the university’s 21st president, beginning at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 25 in A.A. Fredericks Auditorium. NSU alumni, supporters and friends are invited to join students, faculty and staff in the celebration.
The investiture is one of many special events set to take place during NSU’s Homecoming weekend Oct. 25-26 as the university’s celebrates the 140th anniversary of its founding in 1884.
Following the Investiture, the campus and community will convene at a luncheon and induction program for six new members of the Long Purple Line. The lunch will be at the Natchitoches Events Center. Doors will open at 11:15 a.m. Tickets are available at www.nsulalongpurpleline.eventbrite.com.
The A.A. Frederick’s parking lot and the parking lot across the street near the Food Pantry will be reserved for Investiture guests the morning of the Investiture.

NSU BAA Events
2024-10-25 - 2024-10-27 | Natchitoches, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
Welcome Back Social Mixer
Oct 25 7:00 p.m., Onyx, 312 Texas Street
BAA/Omega Psi Phi Tailgate Party
Oct 26 11:00 a.m., NSU Practice Field
BAA Sunday Brunch
Oct 27 12:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m., Onyx, 312 Texas Street

NSU Kappa Alpha Get Together
2024-10-25 - 2024-10-26 | Natchitoches, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
Friday, October 25th
5:00 p.m. – Kappa Alpha Parade Watch at the KA House.
7:00 p.m. – Kappa Alpha Meet & Greet at Mama’s Blues Room.

Saturday, October 26th
9:00 a.m. – Kappa Alpha Chapter Brunch at the KA.
7:00 p.m. – Kappa Alpha Dinner at Flying Heart Brewing.

NSU Baseball Alumni Reunion
2024-10-25 - 2024-10-26 | Northwestern State University, 175 Sam Sibley Drive, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
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Golf, tailgate party, NSU Football game, N-Club HOF, tour of athletics facilities, meet the couches and players and more!
Oct 25th
1pm – Alumni Golf Scramble @ Natchitoches Hills Golf Course
8pm – Family Dinner Night @ Flying Heart Brewery
Oct 26th
10am – Tailgate @ Turpin
Post Game – Hangout at the Bistro w/ Family & Friends

NSU Football vs Texas A&M- Commerce
2024-10-12 14:00 | Turpin Stadium, 450 Caspari St, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
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Texas A&M-Commerce at NSU Alumni Tailgate
2024-10-12 11:00 - 13:30 | NSU Collins Pavilion, 210 S Jefferson St, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
You’re invited to join the NSU Alumni Association prior to the game at the Collins Family Pavilion. Tailgating begins at 11:00am. Food tickets can be purchased at the tailgate. Pricing and details are below:
Non-Alumni Association members
$15.00
*Includes 1 trip to buffet + 2 drinks
Alumni Association members
$10.00
*Includes 1 trip to buffet + 2 drinks
Lifetime Alumni Association members
Eat free!
*Includes 1 trip to buffet + 2 drinks
Children 12 and under
$7.00
*Includes 1 trip to buffet + 2 soft-drinks
2 drink tickets
$5

NSU Football vs SFA
2024-10-05 19:00 | Homer Bryce Stadium, Homer Bryce Stadium, Nacogdoches, TX, 75961, United States

NSU at SFA Alumni Tailgate
2024-10-05 15:30 | Barkeeps Eatery & Taps, 3308 North St, Nacogdoches, TX, 75965, United States
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Join us in Nacogdoches, Texas to cheer on our NSU Football team as we take on Stephen F. Austin, Saturday, October 5 at 7:00 p.m.
Pregame tailgating will take place at Barkeeps Eatery & Taps starting at 3:30. The address is 3308 North St, Nacogdoches, TX 75965.

The Creole French Connection: A Celebration of Our Shared Heritage
2024-09-25 19:30 | Magale Recital Hall, Creative and Performing Arts Annex, 143 Central Ave., Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
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The Creole Heritage Center at Northwestern State University is thrilled to bring back the New Orleans-based group Opera Créole for a concert of opera scenes, arias, and Créole folk songs that celebrate the Créole-French connection. The concert will be held in Magale Recital Hall on the campus of Northwestern State University.
Tickets are $20, but those under age 18 and NSU students (with current NSU ID) are free.
Contact the Creole Heritage Center at 318-357-6685 with any questions or to purchase tickets by cash, check, or money order.
To learn more about Opera Créole, visit their website https://www.operacreole.org/.
Additional support for the event comes from NSU’s Black Studies Minor, the Dear School of Creative & Performing Arts, and the School of Social Sciences & Applied Programs.
Proceeds from ticket sales will help the Center offset the cost of this event and support its future programs and resources. The cost of tickets is not tax deductible, but additional donations are tax deductible and help the Center continue public access to its resources, publish newsletters, mount future programs, and be present at community events to fulfill its mission to preserve, educate, and advocate the value and significance of the vibrant Louisiana Creole people and their culture. Visit http://www.nsula.edu/creole to learn more about the Creole Heritage Center or https://northwesternstatealumni.com/creole/ to donate.

NSU Football vs Weber State
2024-09-21 18:00 | Turpin Stadium, 450 Caspari St, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States

NSU Family Day 2024 - Hosted by First Year Experience
2024-09-21 14:00 - 18:00 | Northwestern State University, 175 Sam Sibley Drive, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
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Northwestern State University invites you to join us for Family Day!
Family Day is designed for the members of your family to visit your student’s home-away-from-home! Family Day will be held Saturday, September 21, 2024. Spend time on campus and in the Natchitoches community with your student. Game day activities, a family tailgate party, and Northwestern State football are highlights of the day.
A complete Family Day package includes a ticket to the Northwestern State vs Weber State game purchased individually. Children three years and older must have a ticket to attend the game. NSU students must have a ticket for the tailgate dinner. Close proximity game day parking will be $10 cash.
Lodging
For a complete listing of area hotels and bed and breakfast inns, please visit Natchitoches.com.
Several NSU student clubs and organizations will host family day programs during NSU Family Day. Double-check with your student for specific details on fraternity and sorority events, a visit to the residence hall, and other special programs.
Questions?
Please email the First Year Experience Team at fye@nsula.edu.

Weber State at NSU Alumni Tailgate
2024-09-21 14:00 - 17:30 | NSU Collins Pavilion, 210 S Jefferson St, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
You’re invited to join the NSU Alumni Association at the Collins Family Pavilion. Tailgating begins at 2:00pm. Food tickets can be purchased at the tailgate. Pricing and details are below:
Non-Alumni Association members
$15.00
*Includes 1 trip to buffet + 2 drinks
Alumni Association members
$10.00
*Includes 1 trip to buffet + 2 drinks
Lifetime Alumni Association members
Eat free!
*Includes 1 trip to buffet + 2 drinks
Children 12 and under
$7.00
*Includes 1 trip to buffet + 2 soft-drinks
2 drink tickets
$5

NSU Football vs Prairie View A&M
2024-09-07 18:00 | Turpin Stadium, 450 Caspari St, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States

Prairie View A&M at NSU Alumni Tailgate
2024-09-07 14:00 - 17:30 | NSU Collins Pavilion, 210 S Jefferson St, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
You’re invited to join the NSU Alumni Association at the Collins Family Pavilion. Tailgating begins at 2:00pm. Food tickets can be purchased at the tailgate. Pricing and details are below:
Non-Alumni Association members
$15.00
*Includes 1 trip to buffet plus 2 drinks
Alumni Association members
$10.00
*Includes 1 trip to buffet plus 2 drinks
Children 12 and under
$7.00
*Includes 1 trip to buffet plus 2 soft-drinks
2 drinks – $5

9th Annual Johnny Antoon Memorial Scholarship Golf Tournament
2024-06-01 07:30 - 16:00 | Northwestern Hills, 6604 LA-1 Bypass, , LA, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
Event Flyer
The 9th Annual Johnny Antoon Memorial Scholarship Golf Tournament will be taking place June 1st, 2024.
Registration
Registration is now open.
You must call to register your team. Must pay minimum of $100 to register team.
To register, call Cristy Bernard at (318) 332-4161
Schedule
Friday, May 31

7:00pm Pre-Party at NSU Collins Pavilion Cash Bar

Saturday, June 1

7:30am Golf Tournament 1st Flight Check-in – Teams 1-20 (Northwestern Hills)
8:00am Shot Gun Start – Teams 1-20
11:30am Lunch begins
12:30pm 2nd Flight Check-in – Teams 21 & Up
1:00pm Shot Gun Start – Teams 21 & Up

Tournament Directors
Merle Antoon – (318) 471-0679
Donna McDonald – (318) 332-8037

NSU 50+ Luncheon 2024
2024-05-10 11:30 - 13:00 | Northwestern State University, 175 Sam Sibley Drive, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
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Join us for a luncheon honoring members of the 50+ alumni club from Louisiana Normal College and Northwestern State University. Plan to visit with fellow classmates, current university faculty, staff and administrators while at the luncheon.

2024 Golden Jubilee
2024-05-09 08:00 - 20:00 | Northwestern State University, 175 Sam Sibley Drive, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
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Join us on May 9-10, 2024, for our Golden Jubilee! This year’s event celebrates the NSU class of 1974.
Tickets are $80.00 per graduate and $65.00 per addition guest(s).
The event details are:
Thursday, May 9, 2024
8:00 a.m.-8:45 a.m.-– Check In (President’s Room of the Sylvan Friedman Student Union)
8:45 a.m.- 9:15 a.m.- – Get dressed in cap and gown
9:15 a.m.-9:30 a.m.- – Transportation to Prather Coliseum for 10:00 a.m. Commencement Ceremony
10:00 a.m-11:30 a.m.– Recognition of the Class of 1974 at Commencement
12:00 p.m.– Class of 1974 Golden Jubilee Commencement Ceremony in Prather Coliseum
12:45 p.m.-1:00 p.m.– Transportation to NSU Student Union for luncheon honoring Class of 1974
1:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m.- – Luncheon honoring the Class of 1974 in Lucile Hendrick’s Room
2:00 p.m.- 3:30 p.m.–Campus tour with NSU recruiter and mix & mingle with classmates
3:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.- Break (on your own)
6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.- Reception honoring the Class of 1974- Orville Hanchey Gallery at NSU
Friday, May 10, 2024
11:30 a.m.- 50+ luncheon in the Sylvan Friedman Student Union Ballroom
1:00 p.m.- Dismissal

42nd Annual Chris Roper Memorial Golf Tournament
2024-04-27 08:00 | Northwestern Hills, 6604 LA-1 Bypass, , LA, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
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The Chris Roper Memorial Golf Tournament is held in memory of Chris Roper, who was killed in a traffic accident over the Christmas holidays in 1982. Chris, a native of Camden, Arkansas, was a senior at Northwestern State and the top golfer on the 1981 Demon Squad. He was a member of the Trans-American All-Conference team, placing ninth in the league tournament.
Proceeds from the tournament are used to fund two scholarships at Northwestern State. This scholarship is given in the memory of Chris Roper. These scholarships are given to two deserving students who are Health and Human Performance majors at Northwestern. Over the years this event has generated enough money to support two scholarships that provide $1,500 per semester for the recipients.
Friday, April 26
Cocktail Kick-off Party – 5:30-7:30pm
Antoon’s Liquor Store Patio
Natchitoches, LA
Saturday, April 27
Check-in – 8:00am
Tee Off – 8:30am
Lunch will be provided following the awards
Robert W. Wilson Recreation Complex
Northwestern State University
Natchitoches, LA
Entry Fee:
$75.00 per player (includes cost of the cart, lunch, beverages, and green fees)
Mulligan’s will be sold.
Send Entry form and fee to:
Jill Bankston or Cristy Bernard
NSU Foundation
Natchitoches, LA 71497
Make checks payable to:
NSU Foundation: Memo Chris Roper
For more information contact:
Cristy Bernard
bernardc@nsula.edu
318-357-4292

Alumni After Hours 2024: Baton Rouge, LA
2024-04-19 18:00 - 20:00 | City Pork, 18143 Perkins Rd E, Baton Rouge, LA, 70810, United States
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Join us on Friday, April 19th from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. at City Pork for our NSU Alumni After Hours event in Baton Rouge, LA!
This evening event connects the alumni in the Baton Rouge, LA area and gives them a chance to catch up with old classmates, make new friends, and learn about the recent activities taking place at NSU! Representatives from the NSU Alumni Association, NSU Foundation, NSU Athletics, and the Office of the President will be present to discuss all things NSU!

Alumni After Hours 2024: New Orleans, LA
2024-04-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Bobby Hebert’s Cajun Cannon, 4104 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA, 70002, United States
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Join us on Thursday, April 18 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Bobby Hebert’s for our NSU Alumni After Hours event in Metairie, LA!
This evening event connects the alumni in the Metairie, LA area and gives them a chance to catch up with old classmates, make new friends, and learn about the recent activities taking place at NSU! Representatives from the NSU Alumni Association, NSU Foundation, NSU Athletics, and the Office of the President will be present to discuss all things NSU!
The menu includes your choice of the following:

Seafood gumbo or caesar salad
Crawfish Fettuccine, Blackened Chicken Pasta, Redfish Cajun Cannon, or Crabcake Platter
Bread pudding or Chocolate Kahlua Mousse
2 complimentary beverages

Alumni After Hours 2024: Lafayette, LA
2024-04-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Gator Cove, 2601 SE Evangeline Thruway, Lafayette, 70508, United States
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Join us on Friday, April 12th from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Gator Cove for our NSU Alumni After Hours event in Lafayette, LA!
This evening event connects the alumni in the Lafayette, LA area and gives them a chance to catch up with old classmates, make new friends, and learn about the recent activities taking place at NSU! Representatives from the NSU Alumni Association, NSU Foundation, NSU Athletics, and the Office of the President will be present to discuss all things NSU!

Alumni After Hours 2024: Alexandria, LA
2024-04-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Tunk’s Cypress Inn, 9507 LA-28, Boyce, LA, 71409, United States
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Join us on Thursday, April 11th from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Tunk’s Cypress Inn for our NSU Alumni After Hours event in Alexandria, LA!
This evening event connects the alumni in the Shreveport, LA area and gives them a chance to catch up with old classmates, make new friends, and learn about the recent activities taking place at NSU! Representatives from the NSU Alumni Association, NSU Foundation, NSU Athletics, and the Office of the President will be present to discuss all things NSU!
The menu will include:

Gumbo
Fried Fish
Fried Shrimp
Shrimp Fettuccine
Seasoned Green Beans
Roast Beef
2 complimentary beverages

Alumni After Hours 2024: Dallas, TX
2024-04-05 18:00 - 20:00 | The home of Lynn and Lori Kees, 529 Halifax Ln, Coppell, TX, 75019
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Join us on Friday, April 5th from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. at the home of Lynn and Lori Kees for our NSU Alumni After Hours event in Dallas, TX!
This evening event connects the alumni in the Dallas, TX area and gives them a chance to catch up with old classmates, make new friends, and learn about the recent activities taking place at NSU! Representatives from the NSU Alumni Association, NSU Foundation, and NSU Athletics will be present to discuss all things NSU!
The menu is as follows:

Low-country shrimp boil with corn, potatoes, sausage, and mushrooms
Fried fish with french fries, jalapeno hush puppies, and cole slaw
Chicken and sausage jambalaya
2 complimentary beverages
