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Today you’ll officially start your Northwestern State experience with your Freshman Connectors and classmates in your N-Side View small group. Each session of Freshman Connection is specifically tailored to help you make connections with other new students and learn about the University and its resources. Your small group will move to different locations across campus throughout the day, so be prepared to do some walking. Stay with your N-Side View group – each has a slightly different rotation. Your Connectors know the best routes and will get you where you need to go.

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11 Academic Success College of Education & Human Development...... 357-6288 School of Allied Health...... 677-3072 College of Nursing & School of Allied Health...... 357-6877 School of Biology & Physical Sciences...... 357-5323 12 Course Placement College of Nursing & School of Allied Health (Shreveport)...... 677-3100 School of Business...... 357-5161 13 Special Course Registration Counseling & Career Center...... 357-5621 School of Creative & Performing Arts...... 357-4522 15 Learning for Life (QEP) Dean of Students...... 357-5286 Student Accounting...... 357-5447 16 Daily Schedule Planner Dept. of Criminal Justice, History & Social Sciences...... 357-6967 Student Activities & Organizations...... 357-6511 17 Scheduling Worksheet Dept. of Engineering Technology...... 357-6751 Student Employment...... 357-6276 005 Infirmary/Health Services and 054 Williamson Hall On-Campus Student Housing Dept. of English, Foreign Languages & Cultural Studies...... 357-6272 Student Government Association...... 357-4501 University Police 055 Long Student Services Center A University Columns 18 Family Educational Rights and 008 National Center for Preservation Technology 058 Caddo Hall B University Place I Privacy Act (FERPA) Dept. of Health & Human Performance...... 357-5126 Student Helpdesk...... 357-6696 and Training 067 Prather Coliseum C University Place II 19 Northwestern Fee Sheet Dept. of Mathematics ...... 357-4308 Student Support Services...... 357-5901 010 Warren Easton Hall 071 Roy Hall D Varnado Hall 011 Alumni Center 074 Iberville Cafeteria 20 Financial Aid Dept. of New Media, Journalism & Communication Arts...... 357-5360 Student Technology...... 357-6482 015 Russell Hall 077 Friedman Student Union Building On-Campus Student Organization Buildings Dept. of Military Science...... 357-5176 Student Union Office...... 357-6511 017 Caspari Hall 079 Culinary Arts Annex 22 Student Technology E Baptist Collegiate Ministry (BCM) Dept. of Psychology...... 357-6594 Testing Center...... 357-5246 018 Harry “Rags” Turpin Stadium 081 John S. Kyser Hall F Kappa Sigma House 23 First Year Advice 019 Trisler Power Plant 086 Post Office Dept. of Social Work...... 357-5493 The Student Experience...... 357-5285 G Phi Mu House 025 A.A. Fredericks Fine Arts Center 088 Teacher Education Center 24 Purple Alert H Sigma Sigma Sigma House Dept. of Teaching, Leadership & Counseling...... 357-6273 Title IX...... 357-5570 025A Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA) Annex 089 Health and Human Performance Building I Theta Chi House 25 Mail & Social Media Electronic & Continuing Education...... 357-6355 University Bookstore...... 357-4473 026 Wellness, Recreation and Activity Center 090 Bienvenu Hall J Tau Kappa Epsilon House (WRAC) 091 Arnold J. Kilpatrick President’s Residence 26 Residence Life Financial Aid...... 357-5961 University Columns Apartments...... 214-5414 K Alpha Omicron Pi House 028 Nesom Natatorium 092 Eugene P. Watson Memorial Library Financial Aid (Toll-Free)...... 800-823-3008 University Police...... 357-5431 030 South Hall 106 Recreation Complex Pavilion 28 Dining at Northwestern First Year Experience & Leadership Development...... 357-5559 University Recruiting...... 357-4503 031 James A. Noe Military Science Building 108 Walter Ledet Track Complex This public document was published at a total cost of $2,990. 30 ROTC 042 Morrison Hall (Scholars’ College) 111 Jack Fisher Tennis Complex 1,200 copies of this public document were published in this first printing at a cost Fraternity & Sorority Life...... 357-5439 University Recruiting (Toll-Free)...... 800-327-1903 31 Reserving Books Online 043 Fournet Hall 114 Athletic Fieldhouse of $2,990. The total cost of all printings of this document, including reprints is Health Services...... 357-5351 Watson Library...... 357-4403 044 Family and Consumer Science Building 115 Brown-Stroud Baseball Field $2,990. This document was published by Northwestern State University Office of First Year Experience & Leadership Development to provide information to 32 Traditions Hospitality Management & Tourism...... 357-5587 Wellness, Recreation & Activity Center...... 357-5269 046 Warehouse 120 Collins Pavilion incoming freshmen. This material was printed in accordance with standards 050 Print Shop 130 Equine Center for printing by state agencies established pursuant to R.S. 43.31. Printing of 34 First Week Activities 051 Prudhomme Hall 140 Lady Demon Softball Field this material was purchased in accordance with the provisions of Title 43 of the 37 Demon Days Welcome 052 Dodd Hall 145 Lady Demon Soccer Complex Louisiana Revised Statutes. 053 St. Denis Hall Welcome

Dear Members of the Class of 2021: Welcome to Northwestern State University and Freshman Connection. Thank you for choosing to be part of the Northwestern family. You are now part of a rich tradition that goes back more than 130 years and includes alumni throughout the United States and around the world. Taking the time out of a busy summer to attend Freshman Connection was a good decision. During this program, you will learn about the outstanding academic programs at Northwestern and meet some of our exceptional faculty. Freshman Connection also gives you a chance to meet people who will become lifelong friends, get introduced to campus life and find out about some of the opportunities outside the classroom that add to the college experience. Your college years can be one of the most exciting times of your life, so make the most of it.

Dr. Chris Maggio @Dr_Maggio President

Dear NSU Demons: As your Freshman Connectors, we have the pleasure of being the first of your fellow students to introduce you to college life. With the help of the entire University, we have carefully planned the programs and activities so you will understand, appreciate and begin to engage in the Northwestern State experience inside and outside the classroom. The faculty, staff, student leaders, and Connectors you meet in the next few days are here to assist you with your transition to Northwestern State; take advantage of them. We’ll do our part to ensure that you make successful connections on campus, but it’s up to you to build your own unique future at Northwestern State. We were new students ourselves just a few short years ago, and we know that the transition to college can be both exciting and intimidating. That’s where we come in. Let us help you explore all that Northwestern State has to offer. We’re prepared to answer your questions, before you ask them. We want you to leave campus informed, comfortable in your new environment, and excited about returning in the fall. The 2017 Freshman Connection Team ______Connect with us on Social Media! NSULA_FYE NSULA_FYE Meet the Connectors

My Freshman Connectors, ______& ______

Zack Breaux Rowdy Burleson Cece Clemons Korey Cleveland Cut Off, LA Mansfield, LA Houston, TX Pineville, LA

KayCee Collinsworth Kennedy Cullen Jacob Ellis Ashley Fortenberry Saline, LA Brusly, LA Athens, LA Natchitoches, LA

Caroline Fudge Abby Hinds Morgan Horn Luke Lucky St. Francisville, LA Many, LA Hemphill, TX Natchitoches, LA

2 Program Coordinators

Kenedy Lampert Abbey Martin Leighann Westfall Kid Konnection Parent Connection Freshman Connection

Mallory McConathy Hayden Pilcher Sierra Richard Hannah Robertson Stonewall, LA Shreveport, LA Bossier City, LA Haughton, LA

Dakota Schudalla Samantha Sims Shelby Sullivan Madysen Watts Bossier City, LA Newnan, GA Sulphur, LA Saline, LA

How is studying for college classes different from high school classes? In high school, studying is more about memorization and learning information for an exam. In college, however, studying is more about learning and retaining the information. It is really about learning and absorbing the knowledge so you can really excel in your academic career.

Aaron Murray, Sophomore Ryan Wright Coushatta, LA Natchitoches, LA

Freshman 3 Student Schedule – Two Day Program DAY 1

7:00-8:30 AM Check-In A.A. Fredericks Courtyard Welcome to Freshman Connection! This is your opportunity to become familiar with the people, services and resources that will be important to you from your first semester until you graduate. information about the requirements 8:30-9:30 PM 9:00-9:45 AM specific to your department, assist Demon Daze Welcome Assembly with course placement and selection, Wellness, Recreation and Activities A.A. Fredericks Auditorium and help you map out a plan towards Center Your official welcome to Northwestern a four-year graduation goal. Advising Fully emerge in the thrills and spirit State University. sessions may be conducted in a one- of NSU. Enjoy the ultimate and on-one or small group setting. engaging experience while meeting 9:45 AM the Class of 2021! Meet Your N-Side View Group 3:00-4:30 PM A.A. Fredericks Courtyard Purple Palooza Organization Browse 9:30-10:00 PM A.A. Fredericks Courtyard Miss NSU Lady of the Bracelet 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Let us show you the various ways Interest Meeting N-Side View Group Meetings to get involved on campus- from Student Union Lobby Assigned Locations student organizations to club sports Join Miss Northwestern Lady of the Meet your Freshman Connectors – we have something for everyone. Bracelet and the Student Activities and future classmates in this small Board to learn more about this 60 group session. Discussions will 4:30–5:30 PM year tradition at NSU and find out focus on the college transition, To Be A Demon how you can compete in the Miss personal responsibility and success Magale Recital Hall America Scholarship Organization tips for students. New students will During this interactive session, Preliminary. learn about academic procedures, the NSU Connectors will share scheduling classes, and the registration information on what it means To 9:30-10:30 PM process. Be A Demon at Northwestern State I Need a Little More Help with My University. Topics covered include Schedule 12:00-1:15 PM the Student Code of Conduct, NSU University Place Clubhouse Lunch with Your N-Side View Group policies on alcohol, Title IX, and the This is the place to be if you have Iberville Dining Hall importance of making appropriate last minute questions about your choices and reducing harmful schedule. 1:15-1:45 PM outcomes. This session is REQUIRED Academic Assembly for all new students! 9:30-10:30 PM Magale Recital Hall Grillin’ on the Green An overview of the academic process 6:00 PM Iberville Green and departure for College Academic Meet Your N-Side View Group Join the Connectors and Demon Meetings. Iberville Green Volunteers for late night snacks, music and fun. 1:45-3:45 PM 6:00-6:45 PM College Academic Meetings The Freshman Follies 1:00 AM Assigned Locations Iberville Green Residence Halls Close This is your first opportunity to meet with the academic leadership and 7:00-8:00 PM faculty members from your college. Dinner with Your N-Side View Group Your Academic Advisor will provide Iberville Dining Hall

4 May 25-26, June 1-2, & June 22-23 Sessions

8:00-8:45 AM 9:00-10:00 AM DAY 2 Life Outside the Classroom General Assembly Sessions Magale Recital Hall 7:00-7:45 AM Students will receive their Residence Hall Check-Out Band Student Meeting registration lab assignments University Place Clubhouse CAPA, Room 122 (Band Room) following the assembly. Check-out of your room by returning This meeting is for students who your key to the University Place plan to participate in marching band 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Clubhouse. There is a $50 fee for lost while enrolled at NSU regardless of Class Registration keys or for keys not returned by 8:00 academic major. The band directors Assigned Locations AM. It is suggested that you place will answer all of your questions and Computer-based registration will your belongings in your vehicle provide helpful information about take place in computer labs across prior to the General Assembly. being a member of The Spirit of campus. For individuals without a vehicle, Northwestern Marching Band! please check your luggage at the 10:30 AM-12:00 PM clubhouse and return immediately I Need a Little More Help with My Check-Out and Last Minute following registration to collect your Schedule Questions belongings. CAPA, Room 105 Orville Hanchey Gallery This is the place to be if you have Once you have completed the 7:00-7:45 AM last minute questions about your registration process, you must Breakfast schedule. check-out with the orientation staff. Iberville Dining Hall NSU ID’s will be distributed at this Living on Campus location. CAPA, Room 206 This meeting, led by the residence 10:30 AM-12:00 PM life staff, will provide an overview of Locations and Lingo 101 community standards and residential Orville Hanchey Gallery resources, and is an excellent Still confused about how to get opportunity to learn everything you around campus? Join the Freshman need to know about moving-in, what Connectors and the Demon to bring, and living on campus. Volunteers for an informal and fun session as they guide you around Student-Athlete Meeting campus using shortcuts while CAPA, Room 103 bringing you up to speed on Demon This meeting is for students who lingo. You’ll also pick up some NSU have been actively recruited by the swag along the way! Tours depart NSU Athletic Department. If you are every 30 minutes. a student-athlete, you must attend this meeting with Athletic Academic Services staff and bring a copy of Demon Family your completed advising worksheet. Becoming a part of the NSU Demon family is one of the best decisions you How to Survive and Excel in Your will ever make. When making the decision First Semester about college it was very important for me Magale Recital Hall to feel comfortable at the university I chose to The decisions that you make and attend. The NSU family is made up of faculty, staff, students, alumni, and a community the actions you take during the who love NSU. Become a part of this rich first semester of college will have tradition and don’t just take – give back! a major impact on the rest of your Wear your purple with pride, embrace college experience. We’ve been the opportunities available to you, and there…and done that! Let us share Fork ‘Em Demons! some of the critical resources that helped us. Tre Nelson, Senior, Baton Rouge, LA

Freshman 5 Student Schedule – July 11 Session 7:00 – 8:30 AM Check-In A.A. Fredericks Courtyard Welcome to Freshman Connection! This is your opportunity to become familiar with the people, services, and resources that will be important to you from your first semester until you graduate.

9:00 – 9:45 AM Welcome Assembly A.A. Fredericks Auditorium Your official welcome to Northwestern State University! course placement and selection, and Living on Campus 9:45 AM help you map out a plan towards a four- CAPA, Room 206 Meet Your N-Side View Group year graduation goal. Advising sessions A.A. Fredericks Courtyard This meeting, led by the residence may be conducted in a one-on-one or life staff, will provide an overview of small group setting. 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM community standards and residential N-Side View Group Meetings Computer-based registration will take resources, and is an excellent Assigned Locations place in the computer labs across opportunity to learn everything you Meet your Freshman Connectors and campus. need to know about moving-in, what future classmates in this small group to bring, and living on campus. session. Discussions will focus on the 3:45 – 4:30 PM college transition, personal responsibility, Life Outside the Classroom Sessions Student-Athlete Meeting and success tips for new students. New CAPA, Room 103 students will learn about academic Band Student Meeting This meeting is for students who have procedures, scheduling classes, and the CAPA, Room 122 (Band Room) been actively recruited by the NSU registration process. This meeting is for students who plan Athletic Department. If you are a to participate in marching band while student-athlete, you must attend this 12:00 – 1:30 PM enrolled at NSU regardless of academic meeting with the Athletic Academic Lunch with Your N-Side View Group major. The band directors will answer Services staff and bring a copy of your Iberville Dining Hall all of your questions and provide helpful completed schedule. information about being a member of Purple Palooza the Spirit of Northwestern Marching 3:00 – 4:30 PM Student Union Ballroom Band. Check-Out and Last Minute Questions Let us show you the various ways to Orville Hanchey Gallery get involved on campus – from student Ensuring Success with Disability Once you have completed the organizations to club sports – we have Services registration process you must check-out something for everyone. CAPA, Room 105 with the orientation staff. NSU ID’s will be The Office of Disability Services facilitates distributed at this location. 1:30 - 2:00 PM equal access to programs and activities, Academic Assembly promotes independence and inclusion 3:00 – 4:30 PM Magale Recital Hall of all students, and pursues innovative Locations and Lingo 101 An overview of the academic process solutions in providing services for Orville Hanchey Gallery and departure for College Academic students with disabilities. Join us for this Still confused about how to get around Meetings. session and find out about the services. campus? Join the Freshman Connectors and the Demon Volunteers for an 2:00 – 4:00 PM I’m First: Encouraging First-Generation informal and fun session as they guide College Meetings and Class College Student Success you around campus using shortcuts Registration Magale Recital Hall while bringing you up to speed on Assigned Locations For some students, going to college Demon lingo. You’ll also pick up some This is your first opportunity to meet is an expected path. For others, it’s NSU swag along the way! Tours depart with the academic leadership and unchartered territory. Not sure where every 30 minutes. faculty members from your college. to start or how to support your student? Your Academic Advisor will provide Let us help! Join the Student Support information about the requirements Services staff and learn more about the specific to your department, assist with comprehensive services available to first generation students.

6 Tips for College Success

You start college with a clean academic slate, along with a lot of independence. The decisions that you make and the actions you take during your first semester of college will have a major impact on the rest of your college experience.

Go to All Orientations. The faster you learn your Keep track of your money. Whether you are way around campus, the more at ease you’ll feel. financing your education with student loans, As a new student, you will participate in numerous scholarships, or your own money, you need to orientation programs. Freshman Connection, be aware of financial deadlines, payments, and Scholars’ College, Student-Athlete, the Spirit of academic progress requirements. Although all Northwestern Marching Band, and most clubs and financial aid programs vary, including grants, organizations sponsor orientation programs for loans and most scholarships, they all require that new students. So roll your eyes if you must, but go! students make academic progress and maintain a minimum grade point average. Pay attention to Go to class and participate. It’s one of the most the details and don’t lose the opportunity. important things that you can do as a student. Your professors notice whether or not you are there. Get involved on campus. Some of the most Attending class allows you the time to learn and successful students on campus are also those clarify information, take notes, network with other students who are most involved. Although your students and get to know your professor. primary focus should be academics, getting involved in clubs, organizations, fraternities Get Organized. Use a planner to help you stay or sororities, spirit groups, athletics and other organized and plan ahead for papers, projects, programs help you maintain balance and gain test dates, studying and activities. Without some perspective on who you are. There are a lot of free organization, it is easy to procrastinate. activities on campus - take advantage of them. Spend as much time as you can on campus so you Maintain balance. Be prepared to feel can experience the campus community. overwhelmed, at least in the beginning. Maintaining balance between academics, social The Freshman Fifteen really does exist. So does activities, relationships and healthy habits will help the Freshman Twenty. Incorporate wellness into you achieve success as a student. your daily schedule. Check out the programs and services available at the WRAC, the Recreation Study, Study, Study. Find the ideal place to study. Complex and the walking trails on campus. Make It may be your residence hall room, at Watson healthy choices when it comes to your personal Library, or in an academic lab, but find a place that well-being. works best for you – avoiding as many distractions as possible. Ask for help before it’s too late. Everyone at NSU wants you to succeed! Don’t wait until it’s Don’t take policy or curriculum advice from too late to ask for help in a class, dealing with other students. Know how to utilize campus homesickness, making new friends or other first- resources, like your academic advisor, and stay year transition experiences. Talk to your professors, informed about academic policies, financial aid and academic advisor, campus counselors, UNIV 1000 scholarship requirements and important deadlines. instructor, or club advisors. They can help!

Freshman 7 Academic Colleges

COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES Department of New Media, Journalism & Communication Arts School of Biology & Physical Sciences Communication Applied Microbiology (with concentrations in) Strategic Communication Environmental & Applied Microbiology Broadcast and Digital Media Production Medical & Health Profession Multimedia Journalism

Applied Science (with concentrations in) Department of Criminal Justice, History, & Social Culinary Science Sciences Environmental Science Human Resource Management Criminal Justice Industrial Technology-Manufacturing Management Pre-law & Paralegal studies Unified Safety Management Unified Public Safety Administration Biology (with concentrations in) Emergency Management Administration Biomedical Science (includes) Fire & Emergency Medical Services Administration Pre-Cardiopulmonary Science Law Enforcement Administration Pre-Medicine Public Facilities Management Pre-Dentistry History Pre-Occupational Therapy Pre-Optometry Department of English, Foreign Languages & Pre-Pharmacy Cultural Studies Pre-Physical Therapy English Pre-Physician Assistant Literature Clinical Lab Science Professional Writing Forensic Science Folklife-Southern Culture Natural Science Film Studies Veterinary Technology (includes) Pre-Veterinary Medicine Department of Mathematics Physical Sciences Mathematics Veterinary Technology (Associate Degree) Actuarial Mathematics Healthcare Informatics

Dear School of Creative & Performing Arts Interdisciplinary Programs Department of Fine and Graphic Arts Studio Art General Studies Graphic Communication Arts & Communication Computer & Natural Sciences Department of Music Social Sciences Performance Sacred Music General Studies (Associate Degree) Music Business Liberal Arts Department of Theatre/Dance Entertainment Technology Dance Performance Ethnoarchaeology Design/Technology Geography Musical Theatre Performance International Relations Performance/Directing Social Issues

8 COLLEGE OF BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY Psychology Prevention Specialist School of Business Substance Abuse Accounting Industrial Organizational Behavior

Business Administration Department of Social Work Business Analytics Finance Social Work International Business Management Department of Teaching, Leadership & Counseling Marketing Early Childhood Education – Grades PK -3 Computer Information Systems Elementary Education – Grades 1 -5 Applications Development Child & Family Studies Networking and Systems Management Web Development Secondary Education – Grades 6 – 12 Core Programming Biology Education Business Education Hospitality Management & Tourism English Education Culinary Arts Mathematics Education Hospitality Services Social Studies Education Travel & Tourism Health & Physical Education Department of Engineering Technology Music Education – Instrumental (Grades K – 12) Engineering Technology (Associate Degree) Music Education – Vocal (Grades K – 12) Advanced Manufacturing Music Education – Vocal/Inst. (grades K – 12) Electronics Industrial COLLEGE OF NURSING Electronics Engineering Technology & SCHOOL OF ALLIED HEALTH Biomedical Electronics College of Nursing Industrial Engineering Technology Nursing (Associate Degree) Pre-professional Program Nursing Pre-Engineering School of Allied Health GALLASPY FAMILY COLLEGE OF Radiologic Sciences EDUCATION & HUMAN DEVELOPMENT Allied Health Department of Health & Human Performance Health & Exercise Science Louisiana Scholars’ College Health Science (Selective admission honors college) Health & Physical Education – Grades K-12 Concentrations (Scholars’ College) Fine & Performing Arts Military Science Foreign Languages Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) Humanities & Social Thought Scientific Inquiry Department of Psychology Joint Majors with NSU Addiction Studies Students may pursue a variety of traditional majors Prevention Specialist by undertaking specified advanced work in academic Substance Abuse departments outside the Scholars’ College. See the Industrial Organizational Behavior General Catalog for a complete listing.

Freshman 9 The University Core 2017-18

Northwestern has a broadly based core curriculum Baccalaureate Degrees that is central to the University’s mission and consistent with the Louisiana Board of Regents’ requirements The University core requires that each baccalaureate for general education. The core encompasses the curriculum includes the following: knowledge and abilities that Northwestern believes 1. English (6 hours): English 1010, English are essential to college graduates. Its requirements are 1020. designed to improve students’ writing and speaking, to develop an appreciation and knowledge of the arts 2. Mathematics (6 hours): (taken in pairs and humanities, to equip students with mathematical indicated and in sequence): Mathematics skills at the level of college algebra and above, and 1020 and 1060; 1020 and 1090; 1020 and to strengthen students’ understanding of biological, 2010; 1100 (6 hours); 1810 (6 hours); or 2100 physical, social and behavioral sciences. and 2110 (10 hours).

The goal of the core curriculum is that undergraduate 3. Natural Sciences (9 hours): program completers, depending on the respective ØØ Physical: 3 or 6 hours selected from degree level, shall obtain appropriate competencies, as Science 1010, 2010; Chemistry 1030- follows: 1031, 1040-1041,1070; Physics 2030- 2031, and 2510-2511. ØØ To communicate effectively in oral and written ØØ Biological: 3 or 6 hours selected from English Science 1020, 2020; Biology 1010-1011, ØØ To read with comprehension 2060-2061, 2220- 2221, and 2230-2231. 4. Humanities (9 hours): ØØ To reason abstractly and think critically ØØ Literature: 3 hours - English 2070 (English ØØ To use numerical data and statistics majors only), 2110 (all others).

ØØ To apply the scientific method ØØ History: 3 hours selected from History 1010, 1020, 2010, and 2020. ØØ To acquire skills needed to learn independently ØØ Communication: 3 hours ØØ To know the nature of cultural diversity (Communication 1010). ØØ To know the nature and value of the visual and 5. Fine Arts (3 hours): Fine Arts 1040. performing arts 6. Social/Behavioral Sciences (6 hours); (3 ØØ To explain the American political and hours must be at the 2000 level): economic system ØØ Social Science: 3 hours selected from ØØ To increase students’ knowledge of Anthropology 1510, Economics 2000, international education through the study of Political Science 2010, Geography 1010, the arts and culture of other countries and Philosophy 1010. ØØ Behavioral Science: 3 hours selected To accomplish this goal, students at Northwestern from Educational Psychology 2020, State University are required to take courses as defined Psychology 1010, 2050; and Sociology below for baccalaureate and associate degrees. 1010. Together, these courses provide the breadth of their educational programs while the major requirements listed in subsequent sections of this catalog provide NOTE: CORE requirements for Associate Degrees the depth of education. may vary slightly. Refer to the University Catalog for specific courses.

10 Academic Success

Academic Success is important at Northwestern State. While academic success is ultimately the responsibility of the student, our faculty and staff are here to assist you in fulfilling your academic potential. There are numerous academic programs and services to enhance student learning, academic success, and personal growth. In addition to student technology labs, each college has its own labs and support programs.

Academic Advising Academic advising is mandatory for all freshmen, and advisors are assigned through each College. Starting with your Freshman Connection experience and continuing through graduation, you will work with an academic advisor to learn about career options, set academic goals, and develop a plan for the future. It’s important to get to know your academic advisor early and take an active role in the advising relationship.

Academic Advising Services provides quality academic advising to all exploratory (undecided) students and pre- clinical nursing students. Additionally, the professional advisors serve as secondary advisors to all students. nsula.edu/academic-advising-services/

Student Support Services (SSS) is a selective- admissions TRiO program dedicated to bridging the connection between high school and college. A wide range of services, including free tutoring, academic advising, and study skills training, is provided for low income, first- generation and disabled students. Enrollment is limited and students must be registered for the program. studentsupportservices.nsula.edu

Academic Success Center provides free tutoring, both online and face-to-face on the Natchitoches campus. Quality one-on-one and group tutoring services are provided for over 75 classes. Schedule your appointment today. nsula.edu/academic-success-center/

Counseling and Career Services provides confidential mental health and career counseling as well as career development services, and outreach. If you are questioning your major or career direction, our career counselor can assist you through individualized career guidance and career interest assessments. ccs.nsula.edu

Math Lab offers computer-based math resources and one-on-one assistance for students.

Office of Disability Support (ODS) coordinates services and accommodations for students with disabilities and also serves as an information center concerning disability-related issues. The ODS is committed to providing equal educational opportunities to students by minimizing the impact of functional limitations upon their academic and non-academic lives through providing reasonable accommodations to ODS registered students. studentaffairs.nsula.edu/disability-support/

Freshman 11 ACT/SAT Test Scores & Course Placement Course Placement All first-year and transfer applicants with fewer than three credits in English composition and three credits in college mathematics beyond the remedial level must submit scores from the ACT Assessment or SAT. ACT and SAT scores help determine placement in freshman-level courses and are considered in determining advanced placement. ACT Score Old SAT Score New SAT Score Accuplacer Score Placement English 16 - 17 Verbal 410-440 Writing & Language 23-24 Sentence Skills 65-85 ENGL 1010 and ENGL 1011 English 18 - 27 Verbal 450-620 Writing & Language 25-33 Sentence Skills 86+ ENGL 1010 English 28 - 31 Verbal 630-710 Writing & Language 34-36 N/A Credit given for ENGL 1010 English 32+ Verbal 720+ Writing & Language 37+ N/A Credit given for ENGL 1010 & 1020

Math 15 - 17 Math 350-430 Math 390-460 Elementary Algebra 48-54 NSMA 001 Math 18 Math 440-450 Math 470-490 Elementary Algebra 55-64 Math 1020 and Math 1021 Math 19 - 26 Math 460-600 Math 500-510 OR 25-25.5 Elementary Algebra 65+ Math 1020/1810/1100 (Check Major) Math 27 - 29 Math 610-660 Math 630-680 OR 31.5-33.5 N/A Credit given for MATH 1020 Math 30+ Math 670+ Math 690+ OR 34.5+ N/A CREDIT given for Math 1020 & 1090

Test Scores Course Section CRN Days Time ACT: English 16 -17 ENGL 1010 05I 12604 Online Online SAT: Writing & Language 23-24 ENGL 1010 05N 11893 TR 12:30 -1:45 PM Accuplacer: Sentence Skills 65-85 Students must enroll in both ENGL 1010 and ENGL 1010 07N 10402 MW 12:30 -1:45 PM ENGL 1011 ENGL 1010 20N 12230 TR 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM ENGL 1010 22N 12698 MW 2:00 - 3:15 PM ENGL 1011 01I 12508 Online Online NOTE: Students should enroll in one of these specific sections.

ACT: Math 15-17 MATH 0009 96Z 12636 MTWRF 8:00-8:50 AM SAT: Math 390-460 MATH 0009 97Z 12637 MTWRF 11:00-11:50 AM Accuplacer: Elementary Algebra 48-54 Students must enroll in this course MATH 0009 98Z 12638 MTWR 2:00 -3:05 PM MATH 0009 99Z 12639 MTWR 3:30-4:35 PM ACT: Math 18 MATH 1021 01I 11601 Online Online SAT: Math 470-490 MATH 1021 01N 12455 MW 12:00 - 12:50 PM Accuplacer: Elementary Algebra 55-64 Students must enroll in both MATH 1020 and MATH 1021 02N 12456 MW 1:00 - 1:50 PM Math 1021 OR MATH 1035 and 1036 MATH 1021 03N 12457 MW 2:00 - 2:50 PM MATH 1021 04N 12458 MW 3:00 - 3:50 PM MATH 1021 05N 12459 TR 4:00 - 4:50 PM MATH 1021 06N 12460 TR 3:00 - 3:50 PM MATH 1021 07N 12461 TR 2:00 - 2:50 PM MATH 1036 01I 12176 Online Online MATH 1036 01N 12462 TR 1:00 - 1:50 PM MATH 1036 02N 12463 MW 4:00 - 4:50 PM NOTE: Specific sections of MATH 1020 or 1035 are NOT required.

12 Special Course Registration

The following courses are identified for students who have auditioned and been selected to participate in a Northwestern State University scholarship performance program. These courses are not open to all students--registration is limited to selected participants. A registration permit must be added by the program director in order for students to complete registration for these courses. COURSE No. SECTION CRN COURSE NAME DAYS TIMES MARCHING BAND - WIND MUS 1310 01N 10738 Marching Band MW 3:30 - 5:20 PM (Must be registered in BOTH of the following) MUS 1300 45N 10734 Pep Band/Band Camp MW 8:00 - 11:00 PM MUS 1310 01N 10738 Marching Band MW 3:30 - 5:20 PM MARCHING BAND PERCUSSION/ DRUM LINE MUS 1300 45N 10734 Pep Band/Band Camp Credit MW 8:00 - 11:00 PM (must register for 1310, 45N 12436 Battery Percussion TR 5:15 - 6:30 PM 1300, and 1400 (45N or MUS 1400 Front Ensemble/Cymbals/Drum 46N) for total of THREE 46N 10754 TR 5:15 - 6:30 PM Majors MUS 1310 01N 10738 Marching Band MW 3:30 - 5:20 PM COLOR GUARD (must register for ALL MUS 1300 45N 10734 Pep Band/Band Camp Credit MW 8:00 - 11:00 PM THREE) MUS 1300 01N 10732 Pep Band/Color Guard TR 3:30 - 4:45 PM MUS 1310 01N 10738 Marching Band MW 3:30 - 5:20 PM DANCELINE (must register for ALL MUS 1300 48N 10737 Pep Band/Band Camp Credit MW 8:00 - 11:00 PM THREE) DAN 1180 01N 10269 Dance Line MW 4:00 - 6:00 PM MUS 1300 46N 10735 Pep Band MW 8:00 - 11:00 PM CHEERLEADERS DAN 1170 45N 10267 Varsity Dance MW 5:00 - 7:00 PM

POM-PON LINE DAN 1170 46N 10268 Varsity Dance TR 5:00 - 7:00 PM (must register for BOTH) MUS 1300 47N 10736 Pep Band M 8:00 - 11:00 PM MUS 1320 01N 10740 Men’s Chorus TR 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM MUS 1330 01N 10741 Chamber Choir M-R 2:00 - 3:15 PM CHOIR (Must be registered in ONE MUS 1380 01N 10750 Women’s Chorus TR 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM of the following) MUS 1430 02N 11938 Concert Choir MWF 2:00-3:15 PM AUDITIONS will be held for mixed choirs in August. Registration for specific courses will take place at that time. ORCHESTRA MUS 1340 01N 10742 Orchestra MW 3:30 -4:45 PM (Must be registered in BOTH) MUS 1340 02N 10743 Orchestra: Strings and Winds TR 3:30 - 5:30 PM PRESIDENT’S LEADERSHIP Peer Counseling and Leadership SAHE 1020 01N 11721 TR 11:00 -11:50 AM PROGRAM (PLP) Development AMBASSADORS UNIV 1000 25N 11524 Recruiting Ambassadors MW 2:00-2:50 PM Introduction to the Army and MSCI 1010 01N 10695 R 1:00 - 1:50 PM Critical Thinking Intro to the Army and Critical ROTC MSCI 1011 01N 10697 R 3:30 - 5:20 PM Thinking Lab Intermediate Military Physical MSCI 2030 01N 10701 MTR 6:00 - 6:50 AM Fitness Freshman 13 Course Registration Notes

University Studies 1000 Academic Advising Services facilitates UNIV 1000, a required course designed to ease students’ transition. New students will be exposed to a wealth of information, including: academic requirements, career development, University policy and procedures, engagement in student life, campus activities and organizations, financial aid regulations, NSU history and traditions, etc.

Athletics Practice Schedules

SPORT DAYS TIMES BASEBALL T – F 3:00 PM FOOTBALL (FALL) T – F 2:00 – 6:00 PM FOOTBALL (SPRING) T/R/S 2:00 – 6:00 PM MWF 6:00 – 10:00 AM MEN’S BASKETBALL TR 6:00 – 9:30 AM T – R 3:00 – 5:30 PM SOCCER T No 8:00 AM class SOFTBALL M – F 3:00 – 5:30 PM TENNIS M – F 2:15 PM TRACK M – F 2:00 – 5:00 PM CROSS COUNTRY (FALL) M – F No 8:00 AM class WOMEN’S BASKETBALL M – F 12:30 – 3:30 PM VOLLEYBALL M – F 3:00 – 6:00 PM

*Please note that these are projected practice times, but it is understood that not all courses will work around these times. The athletic academic staff will work out any conflicts and appreciates your assistance in scheduling around these times when possible. Thank You!

Why is it important to see your academic advisor every semester? It is vital that you meet and connect with your academic advisor every semester – from orientation to graduation. Your academic advisor is an important part of your academic journey and you should embrace the relationship. There is no one better to collaborate with to develop your plan for success.

Alison Garcia, Sophomore, Negreet, LA

14 Learning for Life: Experience Your Future Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP)

LEARNING FOR LIFE: Experience Your Future is more than a slogan. It represents NSU’s commitment to expanding and enhancing hands-on experiences for all students.

All academic programs are currently involved in a process to: • Bridge gaps between classroom theory and application • Prompt students to reflect on their learning • Expand teaching and learning practices • Allow the University to serve better its students and stakeholders • Improve student readiness for a chosen career or advanced study By the spring of 2020, all academic programs will have completed this exciting process to help NSU graduates prepare for their future careers. For more information, feel free to discuss with your academic advisor.

At Northwestern State University, we are helping YOU, “Experience Your Future!”

“My internship with the Academy of Country Music was the dream job for “This opportunity really gave me a taste of how the real world me. While in California working for the Academy, I put knowledge and works. Coming to work every day for 13 weeks, seeing first-hand skills that I have learned during my undergraduate career at NSU from blue collar healthcare providers working and applying knowledge to both the HMT department and the Scholars’ College. I now know from the save people’s lives. This is something the classroom can’t teach. My experiences I have had that I am a marketable candidate in the business internship gave me an opportunity to truly see how the health care world and can take on whatever comes my way!” field works and I will always be thankful for this experience!”

Leighann Westfall Cole Laird Houston, TX Shreveport, LA Louisiana Scholars’ College & Hospitality, Management and Tourism Major Health & Exercise Science Major Internship – Academy of Country Music, Encino, California Internship - Natchitoches Regional Medical Center

Find out more about Learning for Life at: https://www.nsula.edu/learningforlife/

Freshman 15 Fall 2017 Daily Schedule Planner

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16 Scheduling Worksheet

SCHEDULING WORKSHEET Name: Student ID: Major: Academic College: Academic Dean: Academic Department: Academic Department Head: My Academic Advisor My Academic Advisor in the fall: at Freshman Connection: My Athletic Academic Advisor:

REGISTRATION NOTES

Course Credits I have already earned

COURSE COURSE NUMBER SECTION CRN DAYS TIMES NAME

Special Program Courses (band, choir, leadership, etc.) and required courses for participation (see page 13 for the complete list of programs): UNIV 1000 Core Courses (English, Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Humanities, Fine Arts, Social/ Behavioral Sciences)

Courses Recommended by my Academic Advisor

Alternate Courses

DAY TIME Athletic Practice Schedules (see page 14 for the complete list of programs):

Students — It is your responsibility to register only for the courses approved by your Academic Advisor.

Freshman 17 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords students certain rights with respect to their education records. They are:

ØØ The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days of the day the University receives a request for access. Students should submit to the registrar written requests that identify the record(s) they wish to inspect. The registrar will make arrangements for access and notify the student of the time and place where the records may be inspected. If the records are not maintained in the University Registrar’s Office, the registrar will advise the student of the correct official to whom the request should be addressed. ØØ The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the student believes are inaccurate or misleading. Students may ask the University to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate or misleading. They should write the University official responsible for the record, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate or misleading. If the University decides not to amend the record as requested by the student, the University will notify the student of the decision and advise the student of his or her right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the student when notified of the right to a hearing. ØØ The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. One exception which permits disclosure without consent is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. Northwestern State University defines School Officials as “those who have a legitimate educational interest. School officials are those employees of the University (trustee, officer, agent, auditor, students serving on university committees, staff members of the Boards of Regents and Supervisors, contractors, volunteers, and other non-employees performing institutional services and functions) who act in the student’s educational interest within the limitations of their need to know.” A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility. Upon the student’s request, the University discloses educational records to officials of another school (registrar to registrar) to which a student seeks or intends to enroll. ØØ The right to file a complaint with the U. S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by a state university to comply with the requirements of FERPA.

FERPA Contact Information: Family Policy Compliance Office U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20202-4605

Thoughts on Procrastination Do not procrastinate when completing important tasks. Planning ahead will make your time at NSU much easier and make you more successful. Whether it’s seeing your academic advisor, turning in an assignment, or an activity for a club or organization – make a plan and stick to it! Emily Miller, Sophomore Stonewall, LA

18 2017-2018 Fees Full-Time Natchitoches Campus The following figures are projected fees based on 12 credit hours and are per semester. Northwestern State University produces monthly electronic bill statements. Students can view/download their bills and make payments online 24/7 by logging into their myNSU account.

FEE TYPE: IN-STATE OUT-OF-STATE Tuition $2,590 $2,590 Registration Fees $1,190 $1,190 Student Association $273 $273 Health Services $96 $96 Out-of-State 0 $5,394 Sub-Total of Enrollment Fees $4,149 $9,543 HOUSING – University Place Private Room Per Semester $3,499 $3,499 Shared Room Per Semester $2,662 $2,662 HOUSING – University Columns 4 Bedroom $2,838 $2,838 2 Bedroom $3,738 $3,738 MEAL PLANS Board Plan or Declining Balance (Freshmen Living On-Campus) $1,740 - $1,865 $1,740 - $1,865 (Sophmore and above Living on Campus Depending on Residence Hall ) $700 - $1,865 $700 - $1,865 Commuter Plan (Not living on Campus) $195 - $1,865 $195 - $1,865 Sub-Total of Housing and Meal Cost $195 - $5,603 $195 - $5,603

BOOKS $500 - $900 $500 - $900 OTHER FEES Parking Permit $45 $45 Post Office Box Rent $23 $23 TOTAL PER SEMESTER $4,844 - $10,720 $10,238 - $16,114

u All students taking Internet courses will be assessed a $50/course Electronic Learning Fee u For Louisiana Residents TOPS OPPORTUNITY paid $2,590 per semester in 2016-17 subject to state funding. u For Financial Aid recipients, the following amounts could be awarded per semester based on eligibility: l Federal Pell Grant - $0 - $2,960 l Stafford Student Loans - $200 - $2,750 l Parent Plus Loans - $200 - $xxx u Non-Louisiana residents with a minimum 21 ACT composite or 990 SAT with at least a 2.25 GPA can be considered as in-state students. In-state performance status is also available for students who audition and meet Creative and Performing Arts standards.

FIGURES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Updated as of 4/25/2017 Freshman 19 Financial Aid

Are You Making the Connection... Between Your Grades and Your Financial Assistance?

Did you know that all students are required to make academic progress to continue to receive all types of financial assistance?

The Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships would like to make sure that you are making the grades necessary to continue to receive your financial assistance. There are different requirements for all types of assistance as outlined below.

Scholarships: All scholarships, including institutional and State awards, have different academic requirements. In all cases, students must maintain: ØØ full time enrollment (at least 12 hours), and ØØ a minimum cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA)*. *Note – Many scholarships have different GPA requirements, so check your award letter to verify the GPA needed to maintain eligibility.

Financial Aid: All federal aid, including all grants and loans, require that students meet the minimum academic progress requirements to receive aid. Meeting academic progress is defined as: ØØ passing 67% of all hours attempted, and ØØ earning a cumulative GPA of at least a 2.0 for undergraduate students, 3.0 for graduate students, and ØØ not being over attempted hours (150% of the published degree program).

Making the connection between good grades and keeping your financial assistance is one of the most important things you can do here at Northwestern State. If you have questions regarding our academic progress standards, or any other financial assistance information, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are happy to assist you with any information that you might need.

Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships Phone – 318-357-5961/ 800-823-3008 Website – financialaid.nsula.edu Email – [email protected]

How should I budget my expenses? There will ALWAYS be things that you WANT to spend money on in college. You just have to prioritize what’s really important to you. Make a budget, educate yourself on financial aid and scholarship requirements and deadlines, and be the first in line at events with free food and NSU swag! You can’t go wrong with that plan.

Ty Wright, Junior, DeRidder, LA

20 Financial Aid Facts

Top 10 Need to Know Facts about Financial Aid The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be completed for each award year to determine your eligibility for Federal Student Aid. To prevent delays in processing your FAFSA it is very important that you create only one (1) FAFSA for each award year using your legal name that matches your Social Security card 1. and answer all the questions truthfully and to the best of your knowledge. The priority deadline every school year is May 1. FASFA applications can be randomly selected by the Federal Processor for the verification process. All documentation must be received by the Financial Aid Office before the verification process can begin. Once your file becomes ready to be verified, it can take up to 45 days to complete the process. During 2. this time, additional paperwork may be requested in order to complete the verification. You can see what documentation is required and the status of your verification on your MyNSU Web page. Your MyNSU Web page and student e-mail are two very important tools regarding the awarding, cancellation, adjustments, etc. of your financial aid during the award year. Students are encouraged to check both NSU Connect and their e-mail on a daily basis to ensure the most accurate and up-to-date status of their 3. aid and awards.

The Financial Aid Web site ( http://financialaid.nsula.edu/ ) is another great tool to stay informed. Financial Aid News and Updates will be posted on the Financial Aid homepage to keep students up-to-date with deadlines, regulations and other information that could impact your aid. You can also find verification forms, 4. loan information and links to other helpful Web sites.

The Book Voucher is NOT additional money awarded to students. This simply allows students to add the charges to their semester balance. Only students with a Financial Aid/Scholarship credit will be issued a book 5. voucher.

In order to receive Federal Financial Aid, a student must make and maintain Satisfactory Academic 6. Progress (SAP). If you are a transferring student from another university, please make sure all official transcripts are submitted to the Admissions Office. Failure to list any school attended and/or submit an official transcript to 7. Admissions will delay the processing of your Financial Aid.

Federal Financial aid will not pay for a repeated class taken more than two times when a grade of D or 8. higher has been earned. It will only pay for a repeated class if the student failed to earn a passing grade. The federal government has limited the amount of PELL Grant that students can receive during their student lifetime. A student is only eligible to receive PELL for 12 semesters or 600% of lifetime eligibility. Once a 9. student reaches the PELL limit, that student will no longer be eligible to receive the Federal PELL Grant.

Our office is always here to help! If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to 10. e-mail, call or stop by our office to find out more information about your awards and future aid.

Freshman 21 Technology on Campus

Information Technology Services provides the access and tools you need to stay connected at NSU. From WIFI to Microsoft Office - we’ve got you covered.

Stay Connected with myNSU Connecting to myNSU myNSU is your one stop gateway to online campus Students connecting for the first time will use the services including: following format: • Administrative Services - provides access to First initial + up to 13 characters of last name + last registration, grades, financial aid, student billing 6 digits of your Campus Wide ID (CWID) and more. Initial Password will be Demons + 6 digit date of birth • Coursework - access to all of your online courses mdyr—(Upper case D) as well as supplemental resources for many traditional courses. Example: username: vdemon123456 • Degreeworks - track your progress toward your password: Demons123456 ulimate goal—Graduation! Degreeworks monitors your progress in real-time. Need HELP • Microsoft Office 365 - access your NSU email as Contact Student Online Support (SOS) at 357-6696 well as the traditional office applications from the for assistance with myNSU, email, online courses, and cloud or download for installation on up to five wireless. SOS also assists with resetting passwords. computers or mobile devices. Please stop by our office located in Watson Library, • OrgSync - connect with campus organizations and room 113. We can also be reached through email at clubs. Get information on upcoming events and [email protected]. meet new friends on Northwestern’s own social network. Download the mobile app from the App Store or Google Play. Computer Lab Locations There are a total of 68 computer labs across 4 campuses NSU Mobile is available for both IOS and Android (Natchitoches, Shreveport, Leesville, and Alexandria). devices. Download now for on-the-go access to your Each lab provides basic software: Microsoft Office, course schedule, grades, transcript, hold information, Respondus Lockdown Browser, and SPSS. Individual campus news, Demon athletics, and more. Search for department labs include software specific to academic NSU Mobile in the App Store or in Google Play. majors. A list of lab locations and times can be viewed at: https://www.nsula.edu/its/computer-labs/ WIFI Our university community also offers classrooms with Use your myNSU username and password technology for teaching and student enrichment. to connect to the campus WIFI network. Extensive coverage is available throughout most campus locations including classroom spaces, the Need special hardware... cafeteria, and even the WRAC. we’ve got you covered. Getting started is easy. Choose the ‘STUDENT’ network Watson Library, Room 113 from the list of available wireless services, enter your Student Checkout: laptops, cameras, and projectors username and password, and you’re ready to go. If you Binding, FAXing, copying, and laminating services need assistance, the Student Helpdesk is ready to help. ______

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22 Advice for the New Student’s First Year

It’s natural to feel a little nervous about going to college. Here are some tips from Northwestern State students who, like you, have experienced the exhilarating and anxiety of the first year. Before I came to college, I wish I had known . . .

• how fast money can go. • that I should keep an planner. • what my strengths and weaknesses • how different my life would be • that I should call home more often. were. without parental rules or regulations. • that other new students would have • how important it is to stay on top of • that my student ID picture would be the same fears I did. your GPA. worse than my driver’s license. • that I should trade cell numbers with • how to manage time and money. • that I would commit my campus- at least two people in each class. • not to procrastinate. wide ID to memory. • that I should eat properly and get • that I should talk with professors • that I shouldn’t be afraid to ask enough sleep. during their office hours. questions in large classes. • that home is a great place to visit. • that I should love my major, or major • that deadlines are no joke. • that much of my education would be in something I love. • that people are willing to help. obtained outside of class. • the importance of being open- • that I should get involved in a • that it’s possible to feel alone even minded. student organization. when surrounded by friends. • that my best friend is the worst • that I should locate my classes • that true friends are what make this roommate. before the first day of each semester. place worthwhile. • that I would be one of those people • that the most important thing I • that “suggested readings” are usually that my parents warned me about. should try to learn about in college is more than just “suggested”. • that you could be totally broke, but myself. • that things always pile up right still have enough to go to a bar! • that no matter what time I would before finals. • that Psychology is really Biology, schedule my first class, I’d sometimes • that what you get out of college is that Biology is really Chemistry, that sleep right through it. what you put into it. Chemistry is really Physics and that Physics is really Math. • that I would change so much and • that I should sit in the front of the barely realize it. classroom. • that I would go to a party the night before a final. • that you can think you’ve studied everything for a test and still not know everything.

Asking for Help Don’t be embarrassed to admit that you need a little help. From finding your way on campus, to understanding the academic requirements, we’ve all been there. Take the time during orientation and the first few weeks of class to find your way around campus, learn about the resources available, and ask questions. Ask lots of questions! Jinger Sepulvado, Sophomore Zwolle, LA

Freshman 23 Purple Alert

What happens when the PURPLE ALERT is activated? When activated, PURPLE ALERT sends a brief notice about the situation and instructions of what to do. The message is sent via various mechanisms, including cell phone text message, cell phone voice call, landline phone call, and PURPLE ALERT is a rapid notification system. At e-mail messages. its core, PURPLE ALERT is a multi-part communications process for disseminating alerts to NSU students, faculty and So what happens then? staff. Additional information will be made available to you via the University’s website, e-mail, phone, and campus radio and What is an Emergency? television resources, among other means. An emergency is a situation which poses an immediate risk to the health and safety of the campus community. How do I know I am receiving a PURPLE ALERT message? Why should I provide my emergency contact PURPLE ALERT will be mentioned in the text message, information? e-mail or voice call. Having information enables you to make choices regarding your personal safety. Providing your cell phone and other Where is the registration page? contact information ensures that those with the latest The registration page is located on the NSU home page, and information can contact you quickly and easily. other NSU websites. Look for the PURPLE ALERT logo. Click on the logo and follow the instructions. Will my emergency contact information be published? Can I change my phone numbers after I register? No, it is only to be used by NSU for notification of an Yes, you will be able to change phone numbers and other emergency. information. Click on the PURPLE ALERT logo and then click on “Update Existing Information”. You will be able to Why should I sign up? change information from that point on. About 90 percent of today’s college students have cellular phones and carry them wherever they go, as do many How do I delete my information from the Purple faculty and staff. We hope we’ll never have to use this Alert System? system, but in the event of an emergency, this may be the You can go into the PURPLE ALERT website and go to fastest way to get information to you. “Update Existing Contact Information” and delete all your phone numbers and information. This is the quickest route, Am I required to sign up? as you are deleted immediately. No. It is your option to sign-up. All Northwestern State University landline phones are automatically entered into Or you can send an e-mail to [email protected] and the system, and those landlines will receive voice alerts. request that you be removed from the database. If you choose the e-mail route, please include your full name, Who receives the emergency alert messages? “nsula” e-mail address and any phone numbers that were Northwestern State University students, faculty, and staff associated with your purple alert account. Also please that are registered in the PURPLE ALERT system will be sent include in your request why you would like to be removed, the alert. such as graduated, or not employed at NSU.

24 Getting Mail at Northwestern State

University Post Office

$ 23.00 per student per semester (Fall & Spring) $ 12.00 per student for the Summer session The University Post Office distributes mail to post office boxes Monday through Friday. Mail arrives daily at 8:00 AM and departs daily at 4:00 PM Monday through Thursday and departs at 12:00 PM on Friday. All residential students are required to rent a post office box. Post Office boxes are $23.00 per Fall and Spring semester and $12.00 in the Summer. The rent will be placed automatically on the student’s account and reflected on the student’s tuition bill. Student mail, including mail with premium services such as Delivery Confirmation, should be addressed to the student’s post office box.

USPS Mail and UPS packages should be addressed as follows: Name NSU Box _____ Natchitoches, LA 71497

Federal Express packages should be addressed as follows: Name 175 Sam Sibley Drive NSU Box _____ Natchitoches, LA 71457

Social Media

Freshmen can stay connected at Northwestern State by following the Facebook Four:

1 – Northwestern State’s main Facebook page: /NorthwesternState Get to know what is going on across campus and keep up with special announcements 2 – Follow your academic area. Most of NSU’s academic programs and colleges have their own Facebook pages – get to know the people in your area. 3 – Follow your student organizations. Greek life, student organizations and living areas all have Facebook pages and groups to keep you connected to campus. 4 – Northwestern State’s athletic department page: /NSUDemons. Stay on top of Demon and Lady Demon news and be ready to yell Fork ‘Em Demons

Plus, find Northwestern State online at these places also /nsula and /NorthwesternState

Keep in mind that the Student Conduct Policies in the student handbook apply to online life. The Northwestern State Student Code of Conduct can be found in the Student Handbook online at: nsula.edu/studenthandbook. Northwestern State guidelines for faculty and staff, and students can learn from them as well. You can find the faculty-staff guidelines online at: http://externalaffairs.nsula.edu/assets/Marketing/NSULAOfficialSocialMediaGuidelines.pdf

Freshman 25 Residence Life

University Place University Columns ØØ Your Living Room will come furnished with a loveseat, ØØ Your Living Room will come furnished with a sofa, chair, coffee table, end table, and basic cable. You may chair, coffee table, end table, and basic cable. You may want to bring a television, lamps, pillows, curtains and want to bring a television, lamps, pillows, curtains and rods (only tension rods are allowed) and anything else rods (only tension rods are allowed) and anything else you need to make your new house a home. you need to make your new house a home. ØØ Your Kitchenette comes equipped with a dorm size ØØ Your Kitchen comes equipped with a full size refrig- refrigerator, microwave, sink and cabinets. You are erator, dishwasher, range, and disposal. You may want to allowed to bring a dorm size refrigerator for your bring a toaster oven, microwave, pots and pans, plates, bedroom if you would like. You may want to bring a bowls, cups, glasses, placemats, dishtowels, dish soap, toaster oven, plates, bowls, cups, glasses, dishtowels, trash can, sponges, etc. dish soap, trash can, sponges, etc. ØØ Your Bedroom will come with a desk, chair, nightstand, ØØ Your Bedroom will come with a desk, chair, nightstand, 3 drawer chest, and a twin bed (bed is 72” long). You a twin mattress with storage underneath (drawers) and need to bring sheets, pillow, comforter, alarm clock, fan, a closet. The bed is 80” long. You need to bring sheets, hangers, school supplies, stamps, envelopes and your pillow, comforter, alarm clock, fan, hangers, school clothes of course. supplies, stamps, envelopes and your clothes of course. ØØ Your Bathroom comes equipped with a tub/shower and shower curtain rod. You need to bring a shower cur- ØØ Your Bathroom comes equipped with a tub/shower tain, liner and shower curtain hooks. You need to bring (Phase II only has a shower) and shower curtain rod. You towels, rug, toilet paper and toiletry items, trash can, etc. need to bring a shower curtain, liner and shower curtain hooks. You need to bring towels, rug, toilet paper and ØØ Please DO NOT Bring: pets, firearms, drugs or illegal toiletry items, trash can, etc. substances, alcohol, barbeque grill, candles, flammable liquids, satellite television dish, open coil hot plates. We Ø Ø Please DO NOT Bring: pets, firearms, drugs or illegal conduct Health and Safety Inspections regularly and substances, alcohol, barbeque grill, candles, flammable there will be sanctions for having these items in your liquids, satellite television dish, open coil hot plates. We apartment. Such items will be confiscated and will not conduct Health and Safety Inspections regularly and be returned. there will be sanctions for having these items in your apartment. Such items will be confiscated and will not ØØ Mail boxes are not provided at University Columns. All be returned. residential students will be assigned a P.O. Box at the NSU Post Office located on campus. The rental fee will ØØ There are no mail boxes at University Place. All be placed on your student account. residential students will be assigned a P.O. Box at the NSU Post Office located on campus. The rental fee will ØØ Basic cable is provided in the living room at no ad- be placed on your student account. ditional cost. Internet ports (blue port) are available in each bedroom. Your computer will need to ØØ Basic cable is provided in the living room and be equipped with an Ethernet card, most computers bedrooms. come installed with a card. In addition you will need to purchase an Ethernet cord to connect your computer ØØ Internet: University Place has wifi access. A password to the Internet. You can purchase a cord at Wal-Mart, will be issued on move-in day. Radio Shack, Best Buy or any place that sells computer ØØ There is a Laundry Room located on each floor. It accessories. is open 24 hours a day. Machines accept quarters or ØØ There is a Laundry Room located in the Clubhouse. It credit/debit cards. It takes $1.25 to wash a load and is open 24 hours a day. Machines accept quarters or $1.25 to dry a load. credit/debit cards. It takes $1.25 to wash a load and $1.25 to dry a load.

26 Residence Hall Move-In August 19, 2017

The Residence Life Staff has put together a few Varnado Hall tips and reminders about move-in. We want to ØØ Your Bedroom will come with a desk, chair, and a twin make sure that your transition from home is stress bed (bed is 72” long). You need to bring sheets, pillow, free so please take a few minutes and review the comforter, alarm clock, fan, hangers, school supplies, information below. stamps, envelopes and your clothes of course. You are allowed to bring a dorm size refrigerator for your ØØ Your assigned move-in time will be emailed to bedroom. you around August 1st. Residence Hall Check-in for all residential communities will be held at ØØ Bathrooms are communal and located on each hall. Prather Coliseum. There is a vanity in your bedroom for your use. You will need to bring towels, toiletry items and we suggest ØØ There will be designated unloading zones, so bringing a pair of shower shoes. please unload your vehicle and move to the parking areas. Only one vehicle per resident ØØ A kitchen is located on the first floor and is for your use. will be allowed in the lot next to the residential It has a full size refrigerator, stove, sink and a microwave. buildings. All other vehicles will need to park in You will need to bring your own cooking utensils, pots, classroom building parking lots. Please watch pans, plates, glasses and silverware. for signs! ØØ Please DO NOT Bring: pets, firearms, drugs or illegal substances, alcohol, barbeque grill, candles, flammable ØØ PLEASE do not park on the grass. liquids, satellite television dish, open coil hot plates. We ØØ Bring a dolly for moving large boxes and conduct Health and Safety Inspections regularly and personal items. These are not provided by the there will be sanctions for having these items in your Residence Life Office. apartment. Such items will be confiscated and will not be returned. ØØ Northwestern State University faculty, staff ØØ There are no mail boxes at Varnado Hall. All residential and students, along with members from the students will be assigned a P.O. Box at the NSU Post Natchitoches community, will be on hand to Office located on campus. The rental fee will be placed assist you with move-in. on your student account. ØØ There will be many activities scheduled during ØØ 24-hour computer lab Demon Days Welcome Weeks. The activities are designed especially for you so get out and get ØØ Recording studio space involved. You’ll develop new friendships that ØØ Wifi throughout the facility will last a lifetime!

ØØ 24-hour studio space ØØ Remember, we have residential staff available ØØ There is a Laundry Room located on the first floor. It 24 hours a day. Should you have questions or is open 24 hours a day. Machines accept quarters or need assistance while living with us, please give credit/debit cards. It cost $1.25 to wash and $1.25 to dry us a call. a load. Guest Policy Guests are only permitted to stay a maximum of 48 consecutive hours. The Office of Residence Life and your roommate(s) must approve all guests. You are responsible for your guests’ compliance with all Community Policies and Regulations. If you wish to have an overnight guest, you must complete the required form in the Office of Residence Life. Any guests staying after 11PM is considered an overnight guest.

Freshman 27 Dining at Northwestern State

28 Meal Plans

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Freshman 31 Northwestern State Traditions

1884 You’ll see this a lot. It’s the year the University was founded.

New Student Convocation New Student Convocation is the official welcome to the Demon Family and serves as an introduction to Northwestern State University! First year students receive an entering year pin and will take part in all of the NSU traditions.

Alma Mater Demon Fight Song Oh, Alma Mater here today, Go ye Demons, take the field. We for thy lasting blessings pray, Northwestern Demons never yield. We know not where our paths may go, So, fight Demons win tonight, victory is on our side! But, thou’ll uphold us still we know, Go! Fight! Win! Unchanging thou, ‘mid changes vast, Purple and white shall ever reign, filling the air with battle strain. Unswerved from ideals of the past, So, Demons forever stand and fight for dear old Demonland. Steadfast and true, Our watchword e’re shall be – To thee, our Alma Mater, Loyalty!

Vic the Demon On November 8, 1922, by proclamation of President V. L. Roy and Coach H. Lee Prather, all athletic teams became known as the Demons. The name was decided upon by a contest open to all students with a grand prize of $10. A committee was appointed by the President to narrow down the names submitted by the student body. The final selection was decided by a vote of the students. The two most popular choices were Braves and Demons. Among other names submitted by the students were Sharks, Daredevils, Musketeers, Pelicans, Prather’s Ground Hogs, Bloodhounds, Cyclops and Serpents. The official winners were Aileen Ritter and Truett Scarborough. On September 22, 1984 The Demon received his official name by means of another contest. Sponsored by the Athletic Department, the contest was open to faculty, staff, and students. The objective...to find a name for the Demon. Over 300 entries were submitted to the committee. The grand prize was an all expense paid weekend at the Louisiana State Fair Classic. Ray Carney, an alum of the University, was the official winner with “Vic”, which is short for “Victory”.

Chief Caddo In March of 1962, the Lumberjacks of Stephen F. Austin College of Nacogdoches, Texas presented Northwestern State University with a black gum tree trunk from the SFA campus from which a statue was to be carved. The black gum tree weighed over a ton and was thirty inches in diameter. An Indian statue, Chief Caddo, was chosen because of the historic founding of Natchitoches, Louisiana and Nacogdoches, Texas by Indian tribes. Natchitoches means chinquapin eaters and Nacogdoches means persimmon eaters. It was carved by Harold Greene in Logansport and required over 200 hours of labor. The name “Chief Caddo” was selected in honor of the ancient federation of Caddo Indian tribes, which once inhabited the northern Louisiana area. The final painting of the statue was done at Northwestern. The finished product stands 8 feet tall and weighs about 400 pounds. The first game for Chief Caddo was September 15, 1962. Northwestern State won 23-6. Tradition has it that the winner of the annual Northwestern State and SFA football game keeps Chief Caddo on their respective campus.

Purple Pridays Be a part of Purple Pridays! Wear purple EVERY Friday! Show your Demon Pride! Wear PURPLE, Get LOUD!

32 The Legend of Isabella Isabella was a young French maiden, renowned for her beauty, who once lived in the original Bullard mansion after the Bullards were gone. The young lady had many suitors but preferred the company of a young man from the East, sent to Louisiana on business. They fell in love and were to be married. Shortly before the wedding date arrived the young man was killed in a duel. Legend has it that the duel concerned a dispute over another woman. Isabella, overcome by grief, became a nun and the French maiden’s beauty wasted away through constant mourning of her intended. Everyone believed she had gone mad from grief and mourning. One stormy night she ended her mourning by plunging a dagger into her heart. Soon after, she was found dead in her room, with a bloody handprint on the wall. Her spirit roamed Bullard mansion until it was torn down. Since then, she has roamed various buildings on campus. She lived in East Hall until it was torn down in 1932. This was evidenced by the eyewitness accounts of girls who lived in East. From East Hall, Isabella’s spirit moved to the Music Hall and resided there until 1946, then this building was also torn down. Just before the Music Hall was dismantled, a group of young men, dressed in sheets, coaxed Isabella from the doomed building. From there she wandered aimlessly around campus from building to building (including East Varnado) for almost three years, until, becoming weary, she chose Caldwell Hall as her new residence. Speculation has it that Caldwell was chosen because of its close proximity to the original Bullard dwelling. According to newspaper articles the official date of the move was January 15, 1949. Reportedly a letter from the ghost was found on the steps of Caldwell, along with a few drops of blood. Isabella’s present residence is the Old Women’s Gym located on College Avenue beside Varnado Hall. When Caldwell Hall burned in October 1982, a group of 750 students gathered and performed a ceremony on Halloween night that aided Isabella in her transition to her present location.

Lady of the Bracelet In the early 1920’s, the Potpourri, Northwestern State’s yearbook, sponsored the first beauty pageant held on the university campus. The contestants were selected from photographs submitted to well-known producers, such as Billy Rose, for judgment, and were chosen for their charm and beauty. In 1958, Miss Kahne Dipola was crowned the first Miss Lady of the Bracelet and she received a gold bracelet to wear when she represented the university in public. Over the years, the bracelet has been passed down to each holder of the prestigious title. Through the efforts of Mr. Robert W. Wilson, Sr., the Student Union Governing Board purchased the first franchise from the Miss Louisiana Pageant in 1971, enabling Northwestern’s Lady of the Bracelet to enter the state contest.

About That ROCK! The Rock, an imposing chunk of limestone, was brought to campus in the summer of 2006 by members of the university staff. Standing in solitary prominence between the Student Union and the Creative and Performing Arts Center. The Rock serves as a student bulletin board. The layers of paint accumulate as the message on The Rock continuously changes to announce student events and activities.

The Inferno The Northwestern State University Office of the First Year Experience invites you to join the Class of 2020, the Spirit of Northwestern Marching band, the Purple Pizzazz Pom Pon Line, and the NSU Cheerleaders as we create the tunnel for the Demon Football Team.

Color Chaos 300 gallons of paint and 900 of your closest friends make for an epic paint war to celebrate the first day of classes.

Purple & White Northwestern’s official colors are purple and white. In the 1890s the colors were decided upon by two campus organizations, Seekers After Knowledge Literary Society and the Eclectic Literary Society. S.A.K. colors were purple and gold and E.L.S. colors were blue and white. The two organizations combined their colors and decided on purple and white as the Northwestern State University official school colors. Freshman 33 Your First Week at NSU

New Student Convocation

Welcome to the Northwestern State University community! One of the most important events you will attend during Demon Days Welcome is New Student Convocation. Convocation is the official beginning of a new student’s academic career at Northwestern State. Convocation will be held Sunday, August 20, 2017 at 5:00 PM, in the A.A. Fredericks Auditorium.

Where the Fork is My Class? It’s the first day of class and we know you will have lots of questions...lots and lots of questions. Let the Demon Volunteers help you. Look for the “Where the Fork is My Class” hospitality tents located around campus and you will find answers! Demon Days Welcome

Class of 2021 Photo

Immediately following the New Student Convocation ceremony, we invite you to join us for the official photo of the Northwestern State University Class of 2021. The photo will be taken in the A.A. Fredericks Auditorium.

New Student Picnic

Following the Convocation ceremony and Class Photo, the University will host the Class of 2021 at a celebration picnic.

34 AUGUST 2017

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

13 145 156 16 17 189 19 ROTC Orientation ROTC Orientation 8 ROTC Orientation Residence Hall Move In Taking Care of Business 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Coyote on Campus Demon Days Welcome Welcome Back Bash Johnny Earthquake and the Moondogs August 19 - September 30 7 – 9:30 p.m.

20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Books and Brunch First Day of Classes Where the Fork is My Putt for Parking Moodle & Technology Purple Priday No Time for a Siesta, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Sophomore Breakfast Class? 11 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Workshops [1 of 7] Service Kickoff We’re Having a Fiesta Destination Demons: Club 7 - 11:00 a.m. Moodle & Technology 11 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. 1 - 4:00 p.m. 6 - 8:00 p.m. Find My Classes 7:00 a.m. Information Station Workshops ROTC Activation 2:00 p.m. Where the Fork is My 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 11 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Ceremony New Student Class? Free Day of Golf at the Chillin’ & Grillin’ with 3:30 p.m. Convocation 7 - 11:00 a.m. Recreation Complex the Greeks Get Loud @ the Library 5:00 p.m. Information Station Greek 1010 5 - 7:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. President’s Picnic for 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Informational Miss LOB Interest Bowties & Blazers the Class of 2021 Meet Your Senator Day 6 - 8:00 p.m. Meeting Fraternity Meet & Greet 6:00 p.m. 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Movie Night at Parkway 6:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Color Chaos Cinema Glow in the Dark 6:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. Zumba 7:00 p.m.

27 28 29 30 31 Panhellenic Lawn Party Battle Bash Luau Party Campus Blood Drive Current Sauce 1st Issue Trio SSS Newcomer’s at the President’s House featuring J8ke & Spray Fraternity Bid Day Release Party Welcome 3- 5:00 p.m. Can Art 5:30 p.m. 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. Late Night Lagniappe Midnight Cereal Bar 12:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m. A Transfer’s Perspective Residential Community Meetings | TBA Transferring to a new university can be pretty scary, especially since everyone else seems to be established. However, NSU made it so easy to connect – with my major, with faculty, and with students. I am so grateful for the many opportunities Fraternity Open Houses available to me at Northwestern State. It’s easy to be a part of August 24 - 28 something so special. Reagan Escude, Sophomore, Look for the complete Demon Days Welcome Schedule in August Shreveport, LA

Freshman 35 Demon Days Welcome How can I First Year Involvement Challenge meet other students? Northwestern State is a friendly place in general, Meet more than 75 student so it’s easy to meet people. Participate in the Demon Days Welcome events, do something that challenges leaders on campus as you, or join an organization that takes you out of your they take you through a comfort zone, and you will meet the most interesting people. Take advantage of every opportunity to meet simulation of your first year new people and don’t be afraid to introduce yourself to at Northwestern State. The other students. Your academics are important, but so is your social life. Find the balance between the two. Cherish FYI Challenge is designed to the friendships and the memories because your college help new students become days will pass quickly. acquainted with the choices Lexi Lane Humphries, Junior, Olla, LA they will have to make, the challenges they will face and overcome, the resources available to students and the responsibilities of being a college student. You won’t want to miss the FYI Challenge. See you Tuesday, September 12th!

Family Day 2017 Make plans now to join us Saturday, [1 of 7] GIVING BACK. What Can You Do? September 30, for It’s up to you to personalize your college experience. NSU Family Day. Whether at home or at college, there’s always Spend the day in something we can do to help others. historic downtown [1 of 7] is a simple concept. And it’s one that can make Natchitoches dining a HUGE difference in our college. You just pick one and shopping. The day of the seven and do something for someone else! NSU Demons will Begin your community service experience with your take on the Lions of classmates and join us for the [1 of 7] Service Kickoff Southeastern Louisiana event Friday, August 25. University following the annual family day tailgate party.

Alpha Lambda Delta

Alpha Lambda Delta is an honor society for students who achieve Welcome to the Inferno! at least a 3.5 GPA during their first semester at Northwestern Be a part of the action with the Class of 2021… State. Alpha Lambda Delta’s Saturday, September 16. Before the first home game mission is to encourage superior of the season new students will take Turpin Stadium academic achievement, to promote by storm, forming the extension to the players’ tunnel intelligent living and a continued as the Demon football team takes the field. All new high standard of learning, and to assist students in students, including the Spirit of Northwestern Band recognizing and developing meaningful goals for their and spirit group members, and all student-athletes are unique roles in society. encouraged to participate. Reserve your place in The Inferno by completing the registration form for your free Inferno t-shirt.

36 SEPTEMBER 2017

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1 2 Purple Priday Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment NSU Demons @ LA Tech Road Trip & September 7-10 Tailgate Party

3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Let’s Get Frank Student Support T-Shirt Swap Purple Priday Labor Day NSU Demons @ 6:00 p.m. Services Game Night 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Grambling Holiday 5 – 7:00 p.m. NSU Rowing Road Trip & Tailgate Informational Meeting The Experience Party 7:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m.

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 KNWD Music Mondays The First Year Demons Come Out at Purple Priday RSO Workshop 6-7:30 p.m. Involvement Challenge Night Pep Rally 8:00 p.m. RSO Workshop Student Tailgate & 6:00 p.m. Purple Palooza 3:00 p.m. The Inferno

NSU vs Lamar National Pan Hellenic Council | September 10-16 6:00 p.m.

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 KNWD Music Mondays The Demon Dash Myths & Legends Tour, Purple Priday 60th Miss Lady of the 6-7:30 p.m. 5:00 p.m. The Columns at Normal Bracelet Pageant, A.A. Fredericks Auditorium, T-Shirt Swap Hill 3:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Teal or No Deal Pack the Pantry BINGO The Tallest Teal Wins Teal Out Cookout Purple Priday NSU Family Day 6:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. the Bill 5:00 p.m. Natchitoches Antique Car Show KNWD Music Mondays 5:00 p.m. 6-7:30 p.m. NSU vs Southeastern 6:00 p.m.

Demons Turn Teal | September 25-30

Freshman 37 38 Freshman 39 40 Freshman 41 42 Freshman 43 44 Freshman 45 Welcome to NSU!

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ØØ Review your notes right after class; study as soon as possible after class.

ØØ Stay well-rested – study when you’re alert, not when you’re tired.

ØØ Study at a regular time, in a regular place.

ØØ Keep unwanted distractions to a minimum by letting your friends know your study time.

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