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William Drake Owens,
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Dear FellowAlumni and Friends: LeahPilcherJackson. 1994
We have a veryexciting school yearahead aswecelebrate Conlribulors
NSU's 125th anniversary. Wewant to thank those ofyou who have DougDaI\reidlaWnde.st1986
fold us what NSU means to you and encourage more ofyou to Amy Werner
send in your memones We will post them on ourwebsite and may publish yours in the I'hnlography
next issue oftheAlumni Columns. Ciary llardamon
We are sending this issue to you a little earlysoyou can make planstojoin usfor
Homecoming on October 24th We have many special events planned around BethMcDPeshiefr>sno/In.aMyaonunt. 1975
Homecoming to commemorate this anniversary. You will find a full schedule ofevents in NSU PressPublu.ilu.iisOfl'ice
this issue.
Finally, we had a wonderful time seeing so manyofyou at the Fais Do-Do in June!
Notonly did it serve as the official kickoffto our 125thAnniversary year, butwealso
announced the public phaseofourcapital campaign, "Excellence: Yesterday, Todayand
Tomorrow" Collectively, we can make a big difference in the future ofouralma materand CN\t>tmrmlihswsrisntiiiTntinStCjititlil'ej^U'nsivofertshietyS*i>.-u*lhaecrcnre,d\i.'t4e.«d*ocib.iylionthoef
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a big difference in the lives ofstudents.
See you at Homecoming!
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YESTERDAY, TODAY TOMORROW
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Northwestern State University initiates
"Excellence: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow"
Capital Campaign
In the fall of2007, Northwestern State
University celebrated the success ofits
first ever Capital Fundraising Campaign
entitled: "For a BrighterTomorrow,"
exceeding the $18.84 million goal by
raising over $32.7 million! Funds raised
during this campaign established endowed
chairs, professorships, program Capital Campaign Chairman
enhancement funds and scholarships that John Manno urged alumni and
have enhanced the overall quality ofthe friends to pledge as little as
institution. $12.50 per month to the
"Funding is critical not only to Excellence Fund.
attracting and retaining bright students
who face rising costs in higher education
but also in attracting excellent faculty and silent phase ofthe campaign and stated
assisting dedicated educators with costs that "if3,400 ofour alumni contributed
associated with research and professional over $4.5 million during the silent phase of
development," explained Director of the campaign, imagine the possibilities if
Alumni & Development Drake Owens. Northwestern received financial support
In order to keep NSU moving forward. from all ofits 80,000 alumni. We plan to
Northwestern has launched a new capital reach out to as many alumni as possible
campaign, "Excellence: Yesterday, Today asking for their support, but we hope that
and Tomorrow," with the goal ofsecuring each alumnus will evaluate what they can
$25 million over the next three years. do individually and support their alma
During this summers 125th anniversary mater during this important time."
Fais Do-Do Celebration, the public phase "Every dollar counts," Manno said.
was announced to nearly 400 attendees. "No contribution is too small. Our most
Campaign Chair John Manno told the immediate need is unrestricted scholarship
audience that an astounding $9.5 million dollars."
dollars had been raised during the silent To meet this need and provide a
phase ofthe campaign. These funds were convenient and affordable way to
generated through privately funded grants contribute to the campaign, NSU has
secured by NSU s faculty and staff, established the "Excellence Fund"which
mineral royalties from land gifted to NSU asks every alumnus ofNorthwestern to
and contributions from more than 3,400 become a member ofthe "Excellence
alumni and supporters. Their contributions Team"by donating $12.50 or more per
accounted for more than 50 percent ofthe month for the length ofthe campaign.
funds raised in the silent phase! "Ifevery alumnus could contribute at
PBVJIf^'lHRiHIHI During his kick ofTspeech, Manno this level or greater we would raise over
[l^^2|i^^^^^^^m gave a special thanks to those who have $36 million, exceeding our campaign goal
shown their support to NSU during the and setting a fundraising record for
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Capital campaign continued
Northwestern" scholarships, professorships, chairs and
Manno said, program enhancement funds, many of
showing his which are eligible for matches from the
optimism by closing Board ofRegents support fund, adding to
his speech with up to 40 percent ofthe contribution.
reiterating the goal "We arc also available to assist
ofraising a someone interested in leaving part of
commemorative their estate to NSU,"Owens said. "Our
SI2.5 million by the statfis always willing to help you decide
end ofthe 125th on the way,to gi\e that best fits your
anniversary year. lifestyle."
President Webb "Contributing to To make it easy for alumni to help
welcomed guests the Fxcellence Fund commemorate the year by donating to the
to the summer is one ofmany ways Campaign, the alumni website,
Pais Do-Do. to support the www.northwestemalumni.com, accepts
campaign,"Owens online donations. These secure
said. Support can be as simple as transactions come directly to the NSU
purchasing a 125th anniversary coffee Foundation, and donors receive the added
table book or commemorative brick in benefit ofa tax deduction on their 2009
theAlumni Plaza orjoining theAlumni taxes.
Association, Athletic Association or "We think our alumni will want to
Presidents Council which provide help mark this very special year in NSU's
unrestricted support to the university, he history,"said Owens. "By contributing
said. Contributions can be made by to the 'Excellence: Yesterday, Today &
ill
adding to one ofthe more than 400 Tomorrow' Capital Campaign we can all
existing scholarships, professorships and make a difference to preserve the quality Guests at the summer
Pais Do-Do enjoyed delicious
program endowments. Naming ofoureducation at our institution and
regional cuisine, dancing and
opportunities are available to those uphold the traditions that we all hold so joie de vivre.
interested in establishinii endowed dear."
NSU
125 picture book takes readers down memory lane
The 200 page coffee table book that teachers, coaches, administrators and
commemorates Northwestern State friends"who are a part ofthe
University's 125th anniversary is now unixersity's heritage.
available to the public. The NSU Office The introduction also notes. "In this
ofAlumni and Development is accepting keepsake publication are reminders of
new orders for the limited edition book. hundreds ofpeople, places and e\ents
The publication features hundreds of that siiould stir memories oftheir alma
color and black and white photographs mater for Northwestern alumni across
from the university archi\es and a .^0 the world and reinforce their bonds to
page text highlighting memorable this historic old school."
people, events and achievements in tlic Editors of "NSU 125" were, from left, l-.ditors ofthe book are
school's rich history. There is also a Tom Whitehead, Jerry Pierce, Don Northwestern Vice-President for
chronology in the book ofsignificant i-xternal .AfTairs .lerry Pierce; Associate
Sepulvado and Steve Horton.
occasions and milestones at the ProNost and Dean ofthe Graduate
university since it was established in School Dr Ste\e Horton; Director of
IXX4. Northwestern was established in NSU Press and Informational Ser\ices
Entitled "Northwestern at 125: 1884 as the State Normal School, and Don SepuKado and retired Professor
Commemorative Fdition. IX84-20()y," the first class was enrolled in 1885. The I'merilus of.lournalism Tom Whitehead.
the book incliKles sections on academics, book was puhlislieti b\ the NSU Press to Pierce wrole the M) page text for the
student life, athletics and campus sites initiate the year-long annnersary publication in addition to the
and scenes. The publication's photos celebration. inlroduclion on the bookjacket, wording
ami manuscript locus on many ofthe Inlroduclory remarks on llie co\er for diMsion pages and much ofthe
unique traditions, customs and rituals ofthe publication state that the book was chronologN section on major e\ents in
thai lia\e been such an impoitani pari of published "as a tribute to the 75.()()() NSU history. SepuKado was the graphic
the uni\ersilv over the decades. alumni ofNormal and Norllnvestern and designer and coordinated selection and
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2009 "125th Anniversary" Homecoming Schedule
Reunions, commemorations and new traditions are on tapfor this year's celebration
October 22-24 Saturday, October 24 Homecoming Parade
Alumni ArtShow Homecoming 5k Fun Run f3o:r00bopt.hm.th-eCNaormtphuwse/stTeorwnnaAnndnuNaaltcHhoitmoecchoemsingParade
OrvilleHancheyGallerywill hosttheFourthAnnual 7:00a.m.-Wellness,Reaeation&ActivitiesCenter(WRAC) communities. BeginsatPratherColiseumandendson
AofluMmrn.iFAlretmiEnxhgibAirtdieonn,Tthhiosmyaesa,rNdeSdUicAaltuemdntuos,thepamsetnnory A5lklfaulnumrnuin&thsruopupgohrttehresNoSfUNSCUamaprues.inv$i1te0detnotraysfpeeecial pNaSrUadPeraacttaipcperoFixe.ld4:w3i0thpa.mP.epRallyheldfollowingthe
DirectoroftheWatsonLibrary, anddedicatedartlover includest-shirtandprizesforwinners.
whowasinstrumentalintherecentrestorationofa Pep Rally
ConradAlbrizzopaintingthatispartofthepermanent College of Education Reunion 4:30p.m.-NSU PracticeField/TailgatingArea
collectionofNSU. TheAlbnzzoworkplusother Join NSU PresidentRandyWebb, CoachBradleyDale
importantworksowned bytheUniversitywillbeon 10:00a.m.-NatchitochesEventCenter PevetoandallofourHomecomingHonoreesforspecial
display. Admissionisfreetothepublic Formore AllgraduatesoftheCollegeofEducationareinvitedtoa peprallyandrecognitionceremonypackedwith
information, pleasecall LeslieGruesbeckat(318)352- reunionthatwillhonortheinducteesoftheCollege's entertainmentfromourNSU spiritgroups.
5476oremailatgruesbeckKSnsuia.edu. cHaolnltaocftDtihsetiCnogluliesgheedofEdEudcuactaotriso.naFtor(3m1o8)re35i7n-f6or2m8a8t.ion, Tailgating Activities
Friday, October 23 BlackAlumni Alliance (BAA) Meeting 4:00-6:30p.m.-Tailgating FieldadjacenttoTurpin
Stadium. Variousgroups, includingGreek
Alumni Association Board Meeting 10:00a.m.-NatchitochesEventsCenter Organizations, N-Club, ROTC, CollegeofEducationand
10:00a.m.attheRed RiverWaterwayCommission AllNSUalumniinterestedinbecomingmembersofthe manymore!
organizationareinvitedtojointheorganizationforits
BuildingontheHighway 1 Bypassdirectlyacrossthe inauguralmeeting. Formoreinformationvisit Alumni Tailgating
streetfromtheMariner'sRestaurant, Annual Boardof www.nsureunion.comorcontactNicoleGrayat(972) 4:00-6:30p.m.-TailgatingField
Directorsmeetingopentothepublic. 897-5357, TheNSUAlumniAssociationand StudentAlumni
Homecoming GolfTournament College ofBusiness Brunch Association (SAA)willbehostingaspecial barbeque
1:00p.m.- NSU RecreationComplex 10:00a.m.-NatchitochesRoom,RussellHall dSiAnnAerm.ePmlbaetersswialrlebienvsiotleddftoorc$o5.meAllbyNSthUeAtlenutmnaindangdrab
Choolmeegolpfarctoicuirpsaetefoirn$th5e0apnenruapllagyoelrf(sicnrcalumdbelsegoonlftchaert18- AflrlieCnodlslheigpesobfefBourseintheessgaamluem.niFaorremionrveiteidnftoormraetnieonw,ocladll tsoomviestithiwnitghtfoneeantdsbeyfoourehtahveeng'atmsee.enItinwilalwbheilaegarnedatbtuiilmde
andlunchbyCoach GeneKnecht). Teetimeisat 1:00 theCollegeofBusinessat(318)357-5161 relationshipsamongfellowalumni.
p.m.andlunchwillbeservedat12:00p.m. ROTC Open House
Reservationscanbemadebycalling DrakeOwensat Pregame Reception for Homecoming
[phone]oremailatowensd(5)nsula.edu. A1l0l:R00OTa.Cm.a-luJmnaimeasreA.invNioteedMtiolisttaorypSbcyitehnecehoBsupiitladliintgy C5:o0u0rpt.m. (approx.)-Stroud RoomintheAthletic
NSU Foundation Board Meeting roomattheJamesA. NoeMilitarySciencebuilding Fieldhouse
1:30p.m.attheRed RiverWatenA/ayCommission between 10:00a.m. and 12:00p.m. Formore Formoreinformation,pleasecallYonna Paschat(318)
sBturieledtinfgroomntthheeMHairgihnewra'ys1ReBsytpauarsasntd.irAecntnluyaalcrBoosasrdthoef i5n1f5o7rmoartiboyn,empalielasaetcponncteacc(ta)Cnhsriusltai.eedPuri.ceat(318)357- 3B5y7i-n5v4it3a8tioorneomnaliyl paschy(a)nsula.edu.
Directorsmeetingopentothepublic. University Bookstore Open
10:00a.m. -2:00p.m.-StudentUnion Pregame Activities
NSU Presidents Residence Open House GobythebookstoreandbuyallofyourNSU 6:30p.m.-TurpinStadium
4:00p.m.-6:00p.m. memorabilia! Enjoythepre-gameshowbytheSpiritofNorthwestern
StopbythenewlyrenovatedArnoldKilpatrick Marching Bandandothergamedayactivities.
PRraensdiadlelnWtsebRbe,sitdoeurnctehetohboemegraenedteednjboyyDrr.efarnedshMmresn.ts. 9N:-00Cla.umb.-HaMlalgaolfeRFecaitmael HaIlnlduction Ceremony Homecoming Gamevs. Texas State
Formoreinformation, pleasecallGilGilsonat(318) 7:00p.m.-Turpin Stadium
Long Purple Line Reunion 677-3141 oremailatGilson(5)nsula.edu. Halftime Ceremonies
6:00p.m.-8:00p.m.-OrvilleHancheyGallery 125th Anniversary Homecoming 8:30p.m. (approx.)-TurpinStadium
AatlhlereLAcolenupgtminPoinurCipenlnettheeLriirnaehtoI(nn3od1r8u.)ctF3eo5er7s-ma4or4er1e4i.nivnBiftyeodrImntavotiitoatniocnonotnalyc.t AL1l1lu:an3l0cuamh.nmei.oa-nnd2:s0u0pppo.rmt.e-rsNoaftcNhSitUocahreesiEnvvietnetdstoCejonitnerus A9Bl:lA0A0Alpu.mHmn.oimNaaretecchionivtmiotciehdnetsgoEavAecfnottmseplrCiemPnetanertratryybuffetfeaturing
GreekAlumni Reunion foraspecial 125thAnniversaryHomecoming Luncheon. entertainmentfromQ1065'sD.J. Incredible. Formore
7:00-9:00p.m.-StudentUnion Ballroom Social hourfrom 11:30to 12:30followed byasurfand informationvisitwvw.nsureunion.comorcontactNicole
JointheOfficeofFraternityandSororityLifein tcuarnflbuencphuracnhdasUenidvebrysictoyntaadcdtriensgs.thTeicNkSetUsAalruem$n2i0Caenntder Grayat(972)897-5357.
celebrating80yearsofGreekLifeatNorthwestern at(318)357-4414. PleaseRSVPbyOctober19th.
State.AllGreekAlumniareinvitedtoattenda
welcomingreceptiontoreconnectwitholdfriendsas
wellasachancetoseehowGreekLifehasgrownover Please check with your organization
theyears. FormoreinformationcontactNatalie to verify times and locations or go online to
Laurence, DirectorofFraternityandSororityLife,at www.northwestemalumni.com/homecoming2009
[phone]oremailatlaurencen(5)nsula.edu
for the most up-to-date schedule.
N125 book continued
placement ofphotographs, and Horton book. This is a book not ofwords and from the NSU Office ofAlumni and
and Whitehead directed research, pictures but ofhope, reflection, progress Development by phone at
planning and editing ofthe publication. and pride. It's all here. All the reader [phone] or go to
NSU alumnus Raymond Strother, a has to do is sit quietly and go through www.northwesternalumni.com/book.
nationally renowned political analyst and the pages while history reveals itself."
author, said, "Bands should play at the Books are $50 each, plus shipping
publication ofthis commemorative and processing, and may be ordered
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Ceremonial Mace and Chain debut at Spring 2009 commencement
On till' occasion ofthe 125th anniversary ofiXorthwestern, The President's Chain holds the seal ofthe university cast
two new symbols ofsolemnity anil dignity have been added in bronze. Around the black satin ribbon holding the seal are
to the usualacademic re}>aHa usedduring commencement, 17 engraved platelets ofbronze, each bearing the name ofa
the President's Chain andthe Mace. former president ofNorthwestern and the years he served.
Chains ofsimilar design have been worn for centuries during
ceremonies at universities. This chain is unique in recognizing
the leaders who have served Northwestern while most others
are original works ofart.
The Presidents Chain was presented to Dr. Randall Webb
by the Honor Society ofPhi Kappa Phi to commemorate the
uni\ersitys commitment to academic excellence for the past
25 years.
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The Mace is a wooden staffdesigned and manufactured
by Natchitoches craftsman George Oli\ier ofOlivier's Fine
Cypress Furniture. Crowning the top is a four-faceted block
that bears casts ofthe four seals ofthe University's histor\-. the
State Normal School. Louisiana State Normal College.
Northwestern State College and Northwestern State Uni\ersit>'
ofLouisiana.
The Mace originated as a weapon in the Middle .Ages,
used as a hand arm for archers and other unmounted warriors.
Sergeants at arms, who were guards ofkings and other high
officials, also carried maces. Gradually the mace gained a
ceremonial character and became a symbol to denote authority.
Faculty Senate President Dr. Darrell Fry bore the Mace The Mace Bearer is the president ofthe university's
as President Dr. Randall J. Webb wore the President's Faculty Senate. The ceremonial mace symbolizes the dignity
Chain during May commencement. and authoritv ofthe uni\ersitv.
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Potpourri 100 yearbook event draws former editors, contributors
Former editors of Potpourri were recognized during the Potpourri @ 100 celebration in May. Editors and the years
they served were, front row from left, Frank Hudson. Jr.. 1960; Dorothy Wallen Eielson. 1961; Dr. Steve Norton. 1987.
1988,Tina Dutile Drye, 1989, 1990; JaniceWilliams, 1984; Betty JoTilleux, 1957; Mane Tilleux Davis, 1952; Chnstine
Harper Bloxom, 2004; Jimmy Brown, 2006, and Bethany Frank, 2009. 2010 On the second row are Paula Crover
Schneyer, 1997, and Van Rodney Reed, 1991. On the back row are Kevin Brough, 1998; Heath Crawford, 1999; Jim
McKellar. 1982; Patsy L. Black, 1977; Dr. Lawrence Houston Davis, 1953, and Ronald Martin, 1951.
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The Natchitoches Coffee Club has been meeting nearly 20years to discuss current issues, solve problems, telljokes and
support each other. On the front row from left are Truman Maynard, Dan Simmons, Peyton Cunningham, John Ropp,
Gene Knecht, WilderLindsey, Johnnie Emmons and Sam Coker. Onthe back rowareTom Burns, Dan Dyess, Fred Clark,
Dick Stalling, Jim Bruning, Walter Ledet, Sonny Fuller, Norman Hicks, Norm Fletcher and Alton Townsend.
Coffee group's daily gatherings keep members young at heart
Sports, politics, current Aftermeeting at an area include SheriffVictorJones, supporting each otherthrough
events and tali tales are up for hotel restaurant formany ClerkofCourt Louie Bernard crises relatedto health or
discussion every morning for years, the group recently orNSU coaches. The group family. Many who gatherwith
the Natchitoches Coffee Club, relocated to Merci Beaucoup visits the Natchitoches Parish the group have some affiliation
an informal group ofabout 30 by welcoming proprietor Detention Centertwice ayear with Northwestern, but that is
mostly retired gentlemen who Johnny Wayne Cox to the and every fall is invitedby not a requirement with retirees
gatherweek mornings to swap group. Beginning around 8 NSU President Dr. and Mrs. from backgrounds in business,
whoppers, weigh in on the a.m., they enjoycoffee, Randall J. Webb to breakfast at the military, law and
news ofthe day and discuss conversation and ajoke ortwo theArnold R. Kilpatrick education. Ledet said the
whatever is on theirminds, be forhalfan hourorso, flipping President's Home. The late Dn average numberto attend on
it health, horse racing, local quarters to determine who Kilpatrickwas a memberof any given day is about 10, but
history or legislative issues. pays the tab. the group. Valentine's Day is Wednesdays draw a bigger
"When you retire, you "The day starts on a Ladies' Day when members crowd. Anyone interested in
betterhave something to do, positive notebecausethe treattheirwivesto lunch, fiiendship and conversation is
something to look forwardto group is so positive,"said Sam welcoming widows of welcome.
every day. This is it,"said Coker. 80, a retired educator deceased members tojoin Sonny Fuller, 76, looks
WalterLedet, 90, who started spinningyams with the Coffee them. forwardeach dayto good
the group 19 years ago after Club for 15 years. Good humorand friends, good laughterand
retiring from a long careeras a "We have biscuits with friendship are a large partof good coffee. "We also enjoy
coach and administratorat sausage orbacon almost every the camaraderie withinthe helping when and where
NSU. "Its the best way to Wednesday and a speaker," Coffee Club, as well as sharing needed at NSU,"he said.
start the day." Ledet said. Guests might past experiences and
Judy Stewart Scholarship will benefit math education major
A family with ties to Winn Parish has established a group during her college days," said Bart Stewart Sr., of
scholarship at Northwestern State University to recognize Broussard.
a mother's commitment to education. The Judy Stewart Judy Stewart graduated from NSU in 1976 with a
Scholarship will be presented to an NSU student who degree in math education.
graduated from a Winn Parish high school and is seeking "She commuted from Winnfield to Natchitoches
a degree in mathematics education. The scholarship was every day for several years, had two babies along the way
established through the NSU Foundation by Judy and has taught for almost 29 years in the Louisiana public
Stewart's husband, Bart Stewart Sr., and their children. school system," Mr. Stewart said. During her career, Mrs.
Candy Begnaud, Bart Stewart Jr. and JeffStewart. Stewart taught in JeffDavis, Winn, Catahoula,
The scholarship recipient must be a sophomore or Evangeline, St. Martin, Lafayette and Livingston parishes.
higher and maintain a 3.0 or better grade point average. Mr. Stewart and his brother. Bill Stewart, previously
"We would like the recipient to be active in their established a scholarship at NSU to honor their mother,
church, as my wife first realized she would like to teach Billie Nell Barton Stewart.
middle school while teaching Sunday school to this age
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Alumni Gatherings
Golden Jubilee/50-Plus Events
Joining the festivities for the Golden Jubilee were, from left Sam DeKeyzer (1950), Dot DeKeyzer (1951). Ted
Duggan (1957), Dave Moody (1959), Bonnie Corley (1960) and Ken Corley (1958), left photo; fvlichael Murphy
(1959), Darlene Hicks (1958), John Hicks (1959) and Pat Robertson Murphy (1960), center photo; and Gene
Haynes (1959), Jean Downing (1954) and Lady Jane Patton (1959) right photo.
Billy John Burns (1953, 1958) of Bossier Tom (1947) and
City presented a copy of his book "One Juanita (1945)
Last Stroll Down Memory Lane: An Bambrick, who
Autobiography of Billy John Burns" to had just
NSU President Dr. Randall J. Webb celebrated their
during the 50-year luncheon in May. The 66th wedding
memoir shares Burns' memories from his anniversary May
early years, including a lengthy passage 8. were present 3
on his experiences at Northwestern. The for the 50-year
book is available through Amazon.com. K reception.
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Guests at the 50-Plus Luncheon were Beverly Horton Weaver (1959) and Philip Weaver, left photo; Danny
Higdon (1959) and Jerry Roy (1959), center photo, and Mary Dunckelman Rabb (1959), Truman (1959) and
Martha Maynard, Ethelyn Scroggins Millar (1959), and John Millar, right photo.
New Orleans
Joining the fun fora New Orleans reception were Craig (1993) andJosieTappel (1994) and Cindy & Gus Bazin
(1971), right photo; Dudley (1955) and Jean (1954) Downing, Jean Noble Warren (1955) and Wes Jackson
(1954), centerphoto, and Gus (1971) and Cindy Bazin and Monaand Russell (1940) Bond, rightphoto.
Washington, D.C.
Washington. DC, alumni who gathered for
a crawfish boil were, from left, Pirom
Surinal (1988). Gregg Jolley (1988), Allen
Haines (1988), Candace Basco Alamilla
(1990) and Eddie Alamilla (1988).
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Attending a gathering in Houston, Texas were Anne and Byrne (1948) Wilson, left
photo: Jill Parker Bankston (1997), Brett Harris (1991) and Debi Cost (1995), center
photos; and Tara Lewis (1999) and Francina Hoiiingsworth (1999).
Lafayette
An alumni gathering in Lafayettewas held at Blue Dog Cafe in June. Attending were BJ Duplantis (2002, 2005), Clint Loggins (1999)
and John Windham (2003), left photo: Lyn Hargrave (1966, 1968), Shirley Dickie (1968) and Shelley Dickie (1968) center photo, and
Robert (1950) and Dot (1951) DeKeyzer, and Ruth and Jeff (1951, 1958) Hennessy.
Shreveport
AttendingtheShreveportalumni gathering wereTrey Deeds, EvaSterling (2007) and Laci Stokes (2003), leftphoto: BrendaWoods (1998)
and DwightWoods (1998, 2002), centerphoto, andTom Carleton (1972), Margie Carleton and Dr, RandallWebb (1965), right photo.
Chris Roper GolfTournament
Top teams in the Chris Roper Golf
Tournament were Doyle Anderson,
Charlie Ingalls, Randy Robinson
and Danny Nolen, top left photo;
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Rachal, Mike Smith and Bruce
Primm, top right photo; Lawson
Keppinger, Matt Loudanseager,
Ashley Pettigrew, John Flynn and
David Flynn, lower lett, and Harrie
Garcie, Coke Guy, Super Joe
Beasley, Noble Chambers and Big
Cat Chambers, bottom right photo.
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Atlanta, Ga. Austin
Jennifer Anderson (1991), Lon
(1994, 1996) Trahan and Michael
Trahan joined other Louisiana
natives atthe Atlanta crawfish boil.
Alumni from NSU, LouisianaTech,
Centenary, UNO, ULM, McNeese
and Nichols enjoyed the event.
Dan f\/ledlin (1988) and his family,
Lisa, fvlatthew and Natalie, above,
attended the Austin crawfish boil, as
did Rhonda (1987) and David
John Espinosa (1996)
Cartwright, below.
attended the Atlanta
crawfish boil with his
family, John, Joshua and
Jasmine, Not shown is
Karina Espinosa. The
crawfish boil was held at
Duluth Festival Center in
Atlanta, Ga.
Dallas/Fort Worth
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Stacey Lourdain (1993), Cholonda Holmes (1993), Regina Sally Barden (1978), Roy Bridges. Judy Bridges (1971), Jim
Shaw (1993), Gail Prevot, Louis Prevot, Derrick Lang, Michelle Randolph (1966, 1971), Todd Simmons (1990). and Rona
Young (2000), Angela Minor, and Carlo Minor (1983) enjoyed Simmons were also present for the Dallas event.
a Cajun crawfish boil at the Dallas/FortWorth gathering.
Buddy Bonnette GolfTournament
Top teams in the Buddy Bonnette Golf Tournament were, from left, Andrei Vige, Blake Fowler, Jennifer (1991) and Keenan
Kelly (1990); John Nagle, Tammy Trichel, Francis Delony and Jack Brittain (1979), and Doug Ireland (1986), Bill Dickens.
Alex Cook and Bob Austin.
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