As I am nearing the end of my first week as president of Northwestern State University, I would like to welcome all faculty and staff back to campus as the fall semester is set to begin on Monday, August 19.

Already I have had the opportunity to meet many of you welcoming me back as part of the NSU family.  I am truly looking forward to serving alongside each of you as we embark on the journey to assist our students reach success during their time at the university.

I would like to take the opportunity to introduce you to the President’s Cabinet in place to support you and me as we serve this great institution.

• Dr. Drake Owens, Executive Vice President / Chief of Staff
• Dr. Greg Handel, Executive Vice President and Provost, Dean of the Graduate School
• Ms. Reatha Cox, Vice President for the Student Experience, Dean of Students
• Ms. Jennifer Kelly, Executive Director for University Affairs
• Ms. Veronica Biscoe, Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources
• Ms. Laurie Morrow, Executive Director of Economic Development / Advancement
• Mr. Rodney Wilson, Chief Financial Officer, Business Affairs
• Mr. Cole Gentry, Chief Marketing Officer
• Mr. Ron Williams, Chief Information Officer
• Mr. Kevin Bostian, Intercollegiate Athletics Athletic Director
• Mr. Doug Ireland, Special Assistant to the President

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I am excited to join you at the Faculty Institute and Faculty/Staff Luncheon on Monday, August 12 as we kick off the 140th Academic Year at Northwestern State University.
Fork ‘Em Demons,

President James T. “Jimmy” Genovese
Northwestern State University