Welcome!
On behalf of the Hospitality Management and Tourism division of Northwestern State University, we are pleased to provide you with more information about our degree programs. Whether you are just beginning your college career or continuing your education, we greatly look forward to helping you achieve your personal and professional goals.
Our knowledgeable and experienced faculty and staff are willing to assist you with any questions you may have regarding admissions, scheduling, and transferring. We are also enthusiastic about discussing your career options as they relate to our degree program. After all, we are “dedicated to one goal. YOURS!”
Again, welcome to Northwestern State University, Fork ‘Em Demons!
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The Cadbury World chocolatiers created a two-and-a-half foot tall Easter egg! 🐣
Weren't able to snag a site at our Easter event this weekend? Can't wait for your turn to ride down Twin Falls? Then come stay with us April 26 - 28!
Spring has sprung at Gator Grounds and our outdoor park is now open on weekends throughout the season! Come relax with us and enjoy:
🐊 Outdoor Water Park
🐊 Indoor Water Park
🐊 Sand Volleyball Pit
🐊 Outdoor Movie Theater
🐊 Basketball Court
🐊 Stocked Fishing Ponds
🐊 Zip Line Challenge Course
🐊 Playground
🐊 Bar (21 & Over)
🐊 Golf Course
🐊 And More!
Book your stay with us by visiting our reservations map at www.gatorgrounds.org and selecting 'Reservations' from the top menu! You can also contact our reservations staff directly at (318) 295-4030!
One of the best ways to spring your career forward is to network and make connections with your peers. If you haven’t already, sign up to AHLEF Connect and meet fellow #AHLEFscholarship alumni: ahlefconnect.com
Mrs. Linda Curtis-Sparks, Director of the Sabine Parish Tourist Commission was officially inducted into the Sabine Parish Hall of Fame last night in a beautiful and touching ceremony surrounded by her friends, family, and peers. We want to say a big thank you and express our gratitude and appreciation for her direction and leadership in our organization. We also want to congratulate the other honorees of the night as well, Ted “Bussy” Mims, Connor Arthur, Sister Martinette Rivers, William Maxie, John P. Godfrey, Ruby Medlock, and Malcolm Williams.
Had a great time at the Flavor of Louisiana fundraiser and seafood extravaganza hosted by the Northwestern State University Alumni Association and Foundation! What a great event with the aim of helping Northwestern State University students. WOW! What an honor to receive this Honorary Degree from NSU. I couldn't be more proud! Hope everyone enjoyed the #LouisianaSeafood provided by the Louisiana Seafood Promotion and Marketing Board! #FOL2019 #OnlyLouisiana #FeedYourSoul #LouisianaLtGov
Congratulations to our own Anne Cummins for her scholarship and hard work!We are so proud of our 24 LRAEF Scholars! Thanks for coming out to Serving the Future tonight! Another big thanks to our 2019 LRAEF Annual Partners: Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers, Acme Oyster House - French Quarter, Auto-Chloe System, the Louisiana Restaurant Association, Louisiana Hospitality Foundation, Performance Food Group, Emeril Lagasse Foundation, Baton Rouge Epicurean Society, PJ's Coffee, B & G Enterprises, Tabasco, Fore Kids Foundation and Sysco! See y’all tomorrow for Day 2 of the Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers Louisiana ProStart Invitational! #LPSI2019
One of our many games at our booth! Culinary students at #lpsi2019 are having fun and winning prizes at the @nsulahmt booth!
Anyone need a summer job?
Bethany Camp And Conference Center (formerly Camp Bethany) needs 12 summer staffers. I’m looking for driven, passionate, servant minded 17 & older young men & women. Applications are open NOW!
Bethanyc3.com/summer-staff
This Mardi Gras dinner is going to be one you don’t want to miss!
Get tickets here: g.co/kgs/6XLpWY
Or call Landon Amberg at 318-357-5072!
We look forward to serving you!
This #BlackHistoryMonth, we can’t forget to honor Leah Chase and all she’s done for our state! Dooky Chase's Restauranthas been a fixture of New Orleans’ historical and culinary scenes for more than 70 years, and owner Leah Chase is still serving up her legendary gumbo at age 96.
Check out Leah’s interview with NBC's Rehema Ellis and hear her story of perseverance and dedication to overcoming segregation during the Civil Rights Movement that made Dooky Chase’s what it is today! www.nbcnews.com/nightly-films
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We would like to congratulate our very own Director of the Sabine Parish Tourist Commission, Linda Curtis-Sparks on being named the 22nd member of the Sabine Hall of Fame. She will be inducted in banquet ceremonies on Tuesday, March 26, at Siloam Baptist Church. Known as a community leader, she is a 1966 graduate of Many High School where she was a member of the band, a majorette and Miss MHS. In addition, she was crowned Miss Sabine Parish. Ms. Curtis-Sparks was raised in First Baptist Church of Many and is one of four children born to Geraldine and Douglas W. Curtis, Sr. She earned a degree in Speech/Hearing Pathology and Public Speaking at Northwestern State University, plus 30 hours credit. She taught school at Florien before opening Merle Norman Cosmetics and House of Gifts. She served on the Town of Many City Council from 1989-2002. She also served as Executive Director of the Sabine River Authority, State of Louisiana. Now Director of the Sabine Parish Tourist Commission, she is devoted to Toledo Bend Lake and is coordinating a three-year celebration of “No Man’s Land.” Upon induction, she will join her brother, John W. Curtis, who was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2016, thus becoming the first brother and sister to be honored in the Hall.
We want to share your photos! 📸 Submit your Disney College Program memories, and we just might! di.sn/6189Ep17l
What are your plans for Thursday, February 28? Join us for dinner at 6:00! Get tickets on our Facebook page or call Landon Amberg at 318-357-5072 or email him at ambergl@nsula.edu
Calling all LSU-S, Centenary, Southern, Northwestern and BPCC students!! Don't forget about a great opportunity to win up to $5000 in scholarships by participating in the Project Yellow Light distracted driving PSA contest! Billboard contest deadline is March 1st and the radio/TV contest deadline is April 1st. #CreateAnAd #WinAScholarship #SaveALife #StopTheTexts #ProjectYellowLight #DZD #TravelSafely
#FindYourPark We are hiring students interns through the National Council for Preservation Education. Apply by March 15 at www.preservenet.cornell.edu/employ/ncpe.php
Come work with us! #ExploreCaneRiver
We would like to congratulate our very own Director of the Sabine Parish Tourist Commission, Linda Curtis-Sparks on being named the 22nd member of the Sabine Hall of Fame. She will be inducted in banquet ceremonies on Tuesday, March 26, at Siloam Baptist Church. Known as a community leader, she is a 1966 graduate of Many High School where she was a member of the band, a majorette and Miss MHS. In addition, she was crowned Miss Sabine Parish. Ms. Curtis-Sparks was raised in First Baptist Church of Many and is one of four children born to Geraldine and Douglas W. Curtis, Sr. She earned a degree in Speech/Hearing Pathology and Public Speaking at Northwestern State University, plus 30 hours credit. She taught school at Florien before opening Merle Norman Cosmetics and House of Gifts. She served on the Town of Many City Council from 1989-2002. She also served as Executive Director of the Sabine River Authority, State of Louisiana. Now Director of the Sabine Parish Tourist Commission, she is devoted to Toledo Bend Lake and is coordinating a three-year celebration of “No Man’s Land.” Upon induction, she will join her brother, John W. Curtis, who was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2016, thus becoming the first brother and sister to be honored in the Hall.
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Here are some scholarships that are due in March!
(Links are included in each scholarship's caption)
Unless specified in the eligibility section, these scholarships are open to students in other states.
Columns Cafe will debut Nov. 13
Columns Cafe will debut Nov. 13 Cafe will feature seasonal, locally-sourced cuisine. By Leah Jackson 11/05/2018 NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Hospitality Management and Tourism program will debut the Columns Café Tuesday, Nov. 13. The [...]
Chef Leah Chase will speak & cook at NSU
Chef Leah Chase will speak & cook at NSU Seating is limited; tickets are required By Leah Jackson 09/12/2017 NATCHITOCHES – The Queen of Creole Cuisine is coming to Natchitoches. Leah Chase, New Orleans chef, [...]
HMT has new agreement with Seychelles academy
NSU continues international outreach By Leah Jackson 07/24/2017 NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University is continuing to develop more agreements with international institutions that promote exchange opportunities, language immersion programs and experiential learning for students and [...]
