Reunions, Commemorations and New Traditions




October 22-24

Alumni Art show
The Orville Hanchey Gallery will host the Fourth Annual Alumni Art Exhibition, this year dedicated to the memory of Mr. Fleming Arden Thomas, NSU Alumnus, past Director of the Watson Library and dedicated art lover.  Thomas was instrumental in the recent restoration of a Conrad Abrizzo painting that is part of the permanent collection of NSU.  The Abrizzo work plus other important works owned by the University will be on display.  Admission is free to the public.  For more information, please call Leslie Gruesbeck at (318) 352-5476 or email at gruesbeckl@nsula.edu.

Friday, October 23

Alumni Association Board Meeting
10:00 a.m. - Red River Waterway Commission Building
The building is on the Highway 1 Bypass directly across the street from the Mariner's Restaurant.  The annual Board of Directors meeting is open to the public.

Homecoming Golf Tournament
1:00 p.m. - NSU Recreation Complex
Come participate in the annual golf scramble on the 18-hole golf course for $50 per player (includes golf cart and lunch by Coach Gene Knecht).  Tee time is at 1:00 p.m. and lunch will be served at 12:00 p.m.  Reservations can be made online, by calling Lyndsey Miller at (318) 357-4415 or by emailing her at millerl@nsula.edu.

NSU Foundation Board Meeting
1:30 p.m.- Red River Waterway Commission Building
The building is on the Highway 1 Bypass directly across the street from the Mariner's Restaurant.  The annual Board of Directors meeting is open to the public.

NSU President's Residence Open House
4:00 p.m.- 5:30 p.m.- Arnold J. Kilpatrick President's Residence
Stop by the newly renovated Arnold J. Kilpatrick President's Residence to be greeted by Dr. and Mrs. Randall Webb, tour the home and enjoy refreshments.

Long Purple Line Reunion
6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. - Orville Hanchey Gallery
All Long Purple Line inductees are invited to a reception in their honor.  For more information, contact Connie White at (318) 357-4270.  Cocktail Dress. By Invitation Only

Greek Alumni Reunion
7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. - Student Union Ballroom
Join the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life in celebrating 80 years of Greek Life at Northwestern State University.  All Greek alumni are invited to attend a welcoming reception to reconnect with old friends and see how Greek life has grown over the years.  For more information, contact Natalie Laurence, Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life, at (318) 357-5439 or laurencen@nsula.edu.



Saturday, October 24

Homecoming 5K Fun Run/Walk
8:00 a.m. - Wellness, Recreation & Activities Center (WRAC)
All alumni & supporters of NSU are invited to a special 5K Fun Run/Walk through the NSU campus. The $10 entry fee includes a t-shirt and prizes for the winners. Register online or by contacting Carmel Bourg at (318) 357-4360 or bourgca@nsula.edu.


College of Education Reunion
10:00 a.m. - Natchitoches Events Center
All graduates of the College of Education are invited to a reunion that will honor the inductees of the College's Hall of Distinguished Educators.  For more information, contact the College of Education at (318) 357-6288.

Black Alumni Alliance (BAA) Meeting
10:00 a.m.- Natchitoches Events Center
All NSU alumni interested in becoming members of the organization are invited to the inaugural meeting.  For more information, contact Nicole Gray at (972) 897-5357 or visit www.nsureunion.com.

College of Business Brunch
10:00 a.m. - Natchitoches Room, Russell Hall
All College of Business alumni are invited to renew old friendships before the Homecoming game.  For more information, contact the College of Business at (318) 357-5161.

ROTC Open House
10:00 a.m. - James A. Noe Military Science Building
All ROTC alumni are invited to stop by the hospitality room between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.  For more information, contact Christie Price at (318) 357-5157 or pricec@nsula.edu.

University Bookstore Open
12:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.- Student Union
Go by the bookstore and buy all of your NSU memorabilia!  All NSU polos will be 25% off!

N-Club Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
9:00 a.m. - Magale Recital Hall
For more information, please call Gil Gilson at (318) 677-3141 or email at Gilson@nsula.edu.

125th Anniversary Homecoming Luncheon
11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.- Natchitoches Events Center
All alumni and supporters are invited to join us for a special 125th Anniversary Homecoming luncheon.  Social hour from 11:30-12:30, followed by a surf and turf lunch and University address.  Tickets are $20 and can be purchased through Connie White at the Alumni center at (318) 357-4270 or whitec@nsula.edu. Business Casual Dress. Please RSVP by October 15th.

Homecoming Parade
3:00 p.m.
The annual Homecoming parade will begin on the NSU campus, travel through downtown Natchitoches via Front Street and end on the NSU Practice Field at the tailgating area. Come join us downtown for this special event!

Pep Rally
4:30 p.m. - NSU Practice Field/Tailgating Area
Join NSU President Randall J. Webb, Head Football Coach Bradley Dale Peveto and all of our Homecoming honorees for a special pep rally and recognition ceremony packed with entertainment from the NSU spirit groups.

Tailgating Activities
4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. - Tailgating Field
Various groups, including Greek Organizations, N-Club, ROTC, the Colleges of Education and Nursing and many more! 

Alumni Tailgating
4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. - Tailgating Field
The NSU Alumni Association and the Student Alumni Association (SAA) will be hosting a special cajun dinner for $5 per plate.  All NSU Alumni and SAA members are invited to come by the tent and grab something to eat before the game.  It will be a great time to visit with friends you haven't seen in a while and build relationships with fellow alumni.

Pregame Reception for Homecoming Court
5:00 p.m. (approx.) - Stroud Room in the Athletic Fieldhouse
For more information, please call Yonna Pasch at (318) 357-5438 or email at paschy@nsula.edu. By invitation only

Pregame Activities
6:30 p.m. - Turpin Stadium
Enjoy the pre-game show by the Spirit of Northwestern Marching Band and other game day activities.

Homecoming Game vs. Texas State
7:00 p.m. - Turpin Stadium
To purchase tickets for the game, contact Adam Johnson at (318) 357-4268 or johnsona@nsula.edu.

Halftime Ceremonies
8:30 p.m. (approx.) at Turpin Stadium

BAA Homecoming After Party
9:00 p.m.- Natchitoches Events Center
All alumni are invited to a buffet featuring entertainment from Q106.5's DJ Incredible.  For more information, visit www.nsureunion.com or contact Nicole Gray at (972) 897-5357.

Sunday, Oct. 25

Phi Mu Open House
11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
The Kappa Iota Chapter of Phi Mu welcomes you to tour the chapter's new house.  Enjoy a light brunch before the dedication ceremony at 12:30 p.m.  For more information, email Heidi Brown at heidi_a_brown@yahoo.com.

Northwestern State University Office of Alumni and Development

535 University Parkway | Natchitoches, LA 71497

Phone (318) 357-4414 or Toll Free (888) 799-6486