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Shreveport Campus
NURSING
(318) 677-3100 or 1(800) 454-9567
1800 Line Avenue
Shreveport, Louisiana 71101
Undergraduate Nursing 318.677.3015
Graduate Nursing 318.677.3131
nursing@nsula.edu
Natchitoches Campus
NURSING
(318) 357-6877 or 1 (800) 730-8973
Fournet Hall, College of Nursing, NSU
Natchitoches, Louisiana 71497
nursing@nsula.edu
CENLA Campus
NURSING
(318) 484-2184 Ext. 109
1410 Neel Kearby Blvd
Alexandria, Louisiana 71303
nursing@nsula.edu
Rapides Medical Center Extension of CENLA Campus
NSU College of Nursing & School of Allied Health
(318) 449-7991
Medical Arts Building 2nd Floor
211 Fourth Street
Alexandria, Louisiana 71301
nursing@nsula.edu
Leesville Campus
NURSING
(337) 392-3100
3329 University Parkway
Leesville, Louisiana 71446
nursing@nsula.edu
School of Allied Health
1800 Line Ave
Shreveport, LA 71101
Dr. Joel Hicks
318-677-3072
hicksj@nsula.edu
In the mid 1940’s the visionary nursing community in Shreveport recognized the need for a collegiate-based nursing program. Following the recommendations of a national consultant, five hospitals agreed to phase out their diploma programs opening the door for Northwestern State University to create a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program.
During the early years of the NSU College of Nursing, students were given two options. They could exit the program at the end of three years of study with a diploma, or complete a fourth year and earn a baccalaureate degree. The diploma option was phased out in the late 1950’s.
Dedicated to fulfilling a statewide need for academic opportunities in nursing, NSU established major clinical nursing campus sites in Alexandria-Pineville, Baton Rouge, Monroe and Shreveport. Beginning in the late 1950’s, Northwestern also offered registered nurses the chance to earn a baccalaureate degree through a special program (RN to BSN).
Following many successful years of offering nursing courses over a large geographic area, the College of Nursing consolidated its clinical campuses to Shreveport in 1970. Two years later the College of Nursing initiated two new programs, the Associate Degree and the Master’s of Science in Nursing.
In 1968, the Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology (BSRT) program was implemented in the Department of Life Sciences. This program was placed in the College of Nursing in 1994. The Radiologic Sciences program is offered on both the Shreveport Campus and the Alexandria Rapides Hospital Campus. Radiologic Technology was changed to the Radiologic Sciences program Degree Program in 2008. The Radiologic Sciences program is now housed under the New College of Nursing and School of Allied Health.
The School of Allied Health (SAH) also has the Master of Science in Radiologic Sciences (MSRS) which started in 2009. This is the only MSRS program in Louisiana and one of only a handful in the nation. Additionally, the SAH houses the Bachelor of Applied Science in Allied Health (BASAH) that started in 2012. The BASAH program was the first applied science degree in Louisiana.
The RN to BSN and master’s programs continue course offerings in the Alexandria area. In fall 1999, RN to BSN course offerings were initiated via the Internet for those diploma and associate degree graduates who are interested in seeking a baccalaureate degree.
Beta Chi, the first chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International in Louisiana, was chartered in 1976 at Northwestern State University.
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Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!
Chelsey Lynn Ingo
Chelsey was born and raised in Grant, Louisiana where she graduated from Grant High School in 2007.
She has obtained a Diploma in Practical Nursing from CLTCC in Winnfield, Louisiana and she is currently practicing as an LPN. This summer, Chelsey is graduating with her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing at Northwestern State University.
She is currently working as an LPN on Labor & Delivery at Christus St. Francis Cabrini Hospital and has accepted a RN position there as well. Chelsey plans to pursue a Master of Science degree in Nursing with a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner concentration in the future.
Message for Chelsey’s family & friends: Thank you to all of my family & friends for the support throughout this journey that I will always remember. I could not have made it this far without each and every one of you especially without GOD along with my three blessings by my side.
CONGRATULATIONS Chelsey!!!
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Shelby Sowers
Shelby was born and raised in Shreveport, Louisiana where she graduated from Northwood High School in 2016. She completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing this summer at Northwestern State University.
After graduation, Shelby plans to work as an Emergency Room nurse at Ochsner-LSU Health.
Message to family & friends: I would like to thank my family, friends, and instructors for supporting and believing in me as I went through this journey of nursing school. They were always understanding of the hardships that nursing school includes and they always encouraged me to be my best.
CONGRATULATIONS Shelby!!!
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Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!
Sacha Vinesh Patel
Sacha was born in Birmingham, England, and raised in Waco, TX where she graduated from Midway High School, Class of 2005.
She has obtained an Associate of General Studies degree from McLennan Community College and a LPN Certification in December 2009. Sacha has also completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing at Northwestern State University this summer. She plans to continue her position with Willis- Knighton Health System after graduation.
Sacha’s message: I want to thank my family for the endless support during my learning. I greatly appreciate all the physical, emotional, and mental support given to me during this time it has been an intense ride. I could not have done it without them all cheering me on through the blood, sweat, and many tears. Most of all I want to thank my husband for his patience, support, and guidance.
CONGRATULATIONS Sacha!!!
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Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!
Dawnya Lopez
Dawnya was born in Lancaster, California and raised in Bossier City, Louisiana. She graduated from Parkway High School with the Class of 2016.
She has obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing at Northwestern State University this summer.
After graduation Dawnya will be working in the NICU at WK-South. She plans to go back to school and obtain her MSN degree, and then DNP degree to become a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner.
Dawnya would like to thank her family (especially her mom and dad) for the support and encouragement to keep going and trust in herself when she didn’t think she could. The sacrifices they have made to make sure she gets to clinical/school or wherever when they had other things as well. She would like to thank the friends she has made during this time in her life that have helped her grow into the person she is becoming.
CONGRATULATIONS Dawnya!!
Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!
Avery Tharp
Avery was born and raised in Alexandria, LA where she graduated from Holy Savior Menard Central High School, Class of 2015.
Avery has obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing at Northwestern State University this summer. Since finishing school, she has moved to Dallas, TX with the goal of finding a job in dermatology or plastic surgery. She plans to pursue her Master of Science degree in Nursing with a Family Nurse Practitioner concentration in the future.
Avery’s message to family and friends: Thank you to my family and friends for everything y’all have done for me during nursing school. A HUGE thank you to my mom, dad, and sisters. I could not have done this without y’all. Thank you for constantly supporting me and for always pushing me to do my best. Thank you to my grandmother for constantly sending prayers my way and for always checking on me after every test. Lastly, I would like to thank the lifelong friends I have made during school.
CONGRATULATIONS Avery!!!
THATS MY GIRL!! I’m so proud of you!
Congratulations.
Avery Tharp
Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!
Kaitlynn Ann Burke
Kaitlynn was born and raised in Hessmer, LA where she graduated from Avoyelles Public Charter High School, Class of 2015. She has completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing this summer and will soon be completing a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology at Northwestern State University.
Kaitlynn has accepted a position in the Family Centered Maternity Care Unit at Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital. She also plans to pursue a Master of Science degree in Nursing with a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner concentration at ULL in the future.
Message for family & friends: I never would have made it this far without the love and support of my family, friends, GOD, and my angels above! I love you all so much and thank you so much for all your support.
Way To Go, Kaitlynn!!
Congratulations 🎈🎊🎉 So proud of you, neighbor!
Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!
Chloe Solomon
Chloe was born and raised in Alexandria, LA where she graduated from Pineville High School, Class of 2016. She has now obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing with the summer Class of 2020 at Northwestern State University. Chloe will be starting her nursing career in Labor & Delivery at St. Francis Cabrini Hospital after graduation.
To her family and friends: I could not have made it without the love and support of my family and friends. I can’t thank my Mom and Dad enough. They never let a day go past without me knowing how proud they are of me. A HUGE thank you to my mother, you constantly reminded me of my worth and never let me fall short. Shout out to my baby brother for always pointing out the positives in a negative situation, even when I didn’t want to hear it. Thank you to my grandmother for being a great role model, listening to my endless stories, and of course for all of your advice! Lastly, I’d like to thank the lifelong friends I’ve made in this program.
CONGRATULATIONS Chloe!!!
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Congratulations Chloe Solomon Love you and Coby
Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!
Laura Pritchard
Laura was born and raised in Shreveport, LA where she graduated from Caddo Parish Magnet High School, Class of 2016. She has now completed her Bachelor of Science degree at Northwestern State University in Nursing with the summer Class of 2020.
After graduation, Laura plans to obtain a job working in an intensive care unit. She would also like to pursue a Master of Science degree in Nursing in the future with an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner concentration.
Message to family and friends: First, I would like to thank my Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ for allowing me to have such amazing opportunities and continually guiding me along this journey. I would like to thank my parents and grandmothers for the endless encouragement, guidance, and prayers. I would also like to thank and congratulate all of the amazing friends I have made along the way. I could not have done it without each of you.
CONGRATULATIONS Laura!!!
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Laura Pritchard.. I am so proud of you! You will forever be the boujee to my bad.
Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!
Laurann Graham
Laurann Graham was born and raised in Marshall, Texas.
She obtained an associates in science from Panola Community College. She is currently completing her Bachelor of Science degree at Northwestern State University in Nursing.
She plans to pursue a Master of Science in Nursing degree from Northwestern in the future.
Message for family & friends: Thank you to my family and friends for pushing me to complete my calling. Thank you to my boy B for being my sanity. And most of all thank you to my mother for being my biggest fan. I would also like to say thank you to Mrs.Rennie, Ms. Debbie (my lab angel), Mrs. Downey, Mrs. Walker, Dr. Johnson, Mrs. Pullig, Mr. Rod Williams, and Mrs. Akins for all of the amazing work they poured into creating the person I am today. And a SPECIAL thank you to the two ladies who were my angels on earth, Mrs.Vaughn and Ms. Hill- I’m not sure I would of made it without them. I’m proud to say I’m a Vaughn protégé!
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Kierra Terrene Cooks
Kierra Terrene Cooks was born and raised in Hammond, LA where he/she graduated from Independence High School Class of 2012.
Kierra plans to pursue a Master of Science in Nursing degree at Northwestern State University in the future with a Family Nurse Practitioner concentration.
Message for family & friends: I want to thank God for continuing to bless and guide me on this journey. Thank you to my husband, Victor Cooks II, for your continued support, love, and encouragement over the years. You are my rock, I love you! Thank you to my kids Victoria and Victor III (Tre), I am blessed to be a mother to two beautiful souls. Thank you to my family (my dad Chris, my mom Shan, grandmothers JoAnn and Irene, and aunt Karesa) for always lifting me up when I was low and giving me the push I needed to continue on this path. Thank you to my in-laws (my parents-in-law, Victor and Ellen Cooks, and my sister-in-law Erica Hart) for helping out in any way they could with the kiddos, allowing me to focus on my studies and giving me peace of mind and for your continued support and encouragement. Thanks to my friends for the support and help over these past years, we did it! Lastly, thank you to the faculty and staff at NSU. I never felt like I was alone and I'm grateful to have had such caring instructors during one of the most stressful times of my life.
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Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!
Mallory Halford
Mallory Halford was born and raised in Alexandria, LA where he/she graduated from Alexandria Senior High School, Class of 2013.
Mallory has obtained her Bachelor in Science of Radiologic Technology. She is now graduating with degrees in Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.
Mallory will be starting her nursing career in the ICU/CCU at St. Francis Cabrini Hospital
Future goals are uncertain at the moment, but a master’s degree is for sure in my future, just in what is a mystery at the moment.
Message for family & friends:I could not have made it the past seven years without the support of my family. Thank you dad for being there for me way more than you know. Thank you mom and sister for being there for me emotionally and with any advice that can be given. Lastly, thank you to my fiancé, Dustin. Thank you for those long nights of helping me studying, picking me up when I felt as though I had nothing left to give. Without y'all, I wouldn't be where I am today. NOW LETS GET ME MARRIED!!
CONGRATULATIONS, MALLORY!!! 🎉🎉🎉
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Yay!!! Mallory Ann Halford!!! Congratulations!!
Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!
Hannah Alysse Lee
Hannah Alysse Lee was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She was raised in Shreveport, Louisiana where she graduated from C.E. Byrd High School class of 2016.
Hannah is completing her Bachelor of Science degree at Northwestern State University in Nursing.
Hannah plans to work as a pediatric nurse at Oschner St. Mary.
Message for family & friend: I would like to thank my family, friends, and teachers for supporting and encouraging me throughout my journey in nursing school. I would especially like to thank my parents for teaching me to never give up on my goals and constantly reminding me of Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
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Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!
Madison Cain
Madison Cain was born in Natchitoches, LA, but was raised in Homer, LA where she graduated from Claiborne Academy, Class of 2016.
She has obtained a Bachelor of Science degree at Northwestern State University in Nursing.
Madison has accepted a job at Ochsner's in Shreveport on the Psychiatric Unit.
Madison's future educational goals are to pursue a Master of Science in Nursing degree with a Psychiatric-Mental Health Concentration.
Message for family & friend: Madison would like to thank her fiance, family, and friends for all of their love and support over the last few years.
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Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!
Chekayah Samuel
Chekayah was born and raised in Shreveport La, where she graduated from Southwood High School, Class of 2016.
She has is currently completing her Bachelor of Science degree at Northwestern State University in Nursing
Chekayah plans to work for Willis Knighton health care system.
Chekayah plans to pursue a Master of Science in Nursing degree in the future with a Women’s health concentration.
Message for family & friend: Chekayah would like to thank her family, friends and school faculty for the wonderful memories.
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Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!
Jennifer Martinez
Jennifer Martinez born in Houston, Texas and raised in Livingston, Texas. Graduated from Livingston High School, 2007.
She previously obtained an Associate of Science in Allied Health from Bossier Parish Community College in December 2017 and has currently completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Northwestern State University College of Nursing.
Jennifer has accepted a position as a Cardiac Critical Care nurse at Willis Knighton Medical Center in Shreveport, LA.
She plans to obtain her Critical Care Registered Nurse national certificate in the near future.
Message for family & friends: Jennifer would like to thank her amazing husband and father to their three children for supporting her in her journey to becoming an RN. Without you and your dedication to your family, this would not be possible. She would also like to thank her parents for raising her to persevere through difficult times and pushing her to continue her education. Lastly, to Kylee and Madalyn, thank you; from having a baby to hysterical moments in Starbucks and all the laughs in between, y’all are the best.
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Cara Lorensen
Cara Lorensen was born and raised in Norfolk, Virginia where she graduated from Granby High School, Class of 2008.
I am currently completing my Bachelor of Science degree at Northwestern State University in Nursing.
I plan to pursue my Master of Science in Nursing to obtain my Nurse Practitioner License.
Message for family & friends: I appreciate my husband, Brian, my son ,Malakai, my parents back home, and my friends here locally, Mallory and Emma, and especially my best friend, Nicole. They all have supported me at every turn and kept me going through every hardship. I could not imagine completing the BSN program without their support.
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Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!
Ashley Neshe’ Mitchell
Ashley was born and raised in Alexandria, Louisiana where she graduated from Alexandria Senior High School, Class of 2016.
Ashley is currently completing her Bachelor of Science degree at Northwestern State University in Nursing.
Ashley accepted a position at Willis Knighton South NICU.
Ashley plans to further her education an become a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner.
Message for family & friends: Thank you to all my family and friends for their prayers and words of encouragement for the past few years. Nursing school has been a long journey and I am so grateful to have such loving people in my life. I could have not done this without yall!
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Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!
Shane Kaiser
Shane was born and raised in Bossier City where he/she graduated from Parkway High School, Class of 2015.
Shane has obtained a degree in Bachelor of Science in Nursing in August of 2020.
Shane plans to work as a RN at the PICU at Ochsner-LSUH.
Shane plans on returning to school to pursue his CRNA.
Message for family & friends: Shane would like to thank his parents, grandparents, siblings, and friends for supporting him through his education.
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Jesikah Andrea Ford
Jesikah was born and raised in Lillie, La. where she graduated from Summerfield High School, Class of 2016.
She is currently completing her Bachelor of Science degree at Northwestern State University in Nursing.
After graduation, Jesikah plans to work as an orthopedic med-surg nurse at Willis Knighton Pierremont. Jesikah plans to work as a travel nurse and pursue a Master of Science in Nursing degree in the future with a Family Nurse Practitioner concentration later in life.
Message for family & friends: I would like to first thank God for placing me on this blessed journey, because without Him I would not be here today. I also would like to thank my family, with a special thanks to my parents, siblings, and loving aunt, Emma. I would like to thank the friends who have I met over my collegiate years, who turned into family. Lastly but not least, I want to thank my professors and other faculty/staff that helped me along the way. It is because I had such a great support system and the help of the Lord, I am closing this chapter, only to begin another great one entitled, "A Small Town Girl Making a Huge Difference in Big World." In closing, "I can do all things through Christ that strengthens me."
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Shae Cramer
Shae Cramer was born and raised in Sulphur, Louisiana where she graduated from Sulphur High School, Class of 2016.
She has obtained a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Message for family & friends: I want to thank my family and friends for being so patient, caring, and supportive of me over these past years. I appreciate every prayer said before exams and everything else y’all have done for me throughout this time. I love each of you greatly.
Congratulations to my sweet beautiful granddaughter! We are so proud of you!
Congratulations, Shae! So very proud of you and your hard work
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