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MONDAY, AUGUST 24, 2015 VOLUME 101: ISSUE 1 Union undergoing Slain officer remembered by Meet your student media Lady Demons defeat LSUA renovation. alma mater. leaders. 4-1. page 3 page 6 page 10 page 11 L.A. ‘ROXX’ Freshman Class Demon Days began shortly after the campus move-in. Events included a concert by ‘80s tribute band L.A. ROXX, Freshman Convocation and the President’s Picnic. Photos by Alec Horton and NSU Photolab monday 8.24.2015 SGA celebrates freshmen Justin Vance attempt to bring a prominent A&E Editor speaker to NSU every year. Currently, this year’s speaker is undecided, but whoever it is will Northwestern welcomes arrive late October as a “Hallow- a new class of freshmen, een Speaker.” SGA hopes to bring and several organizations a person with the same level are spending countless hours of enthusiasm as last spring’s preparing to receive them. The speaker, Charlaine Harris, author Student Government Association, of the True Blood series. She at- SGA, is no exception. As officers tracted both the interests of NSU and senators gathered on Aug. students and the Natchitoches 22 for their annual retreat, each community. officer was trained on how to The last and biggest event of receive and best connect with the the fall semester is the Late Night incoming students. Breakfast, held during finals The SGA acts as the bridge week. This event is designed as between faculty and students, a well-deserved break between with student concerns as its main long study sessions. Students are priority. Every year, events are welcome to bring their books and carefully planned by the SGA to their friends to Iberville, where help students become comfort- they will be treated to breakfast able with their representatives food served by SGA members. and form bonds with faculty The students of the SGA make members who are willing to listen themselves accessible to the and offer assistance. Students parked across from the NSU Police Station in a lot designated for commuter parking. student body during office hours The upcoming Fall Term Photo by Essie Hullaby and while participating in events will kick-off with a chance for across campus. By implementing freshmen to get to know their No residents allowed social media like the student representatives. As part of the concerns Facebook page and an traditional Welcome Week, on open-door policy, students are Sept. 22, SGA will host Donuts encouraged to make their con- Essie Hullaby out why the ticket was issued. student hasn’t been given a ticket with the Dean. This event allows cerns known. News Editor “The police officers told me that before and then suddenly has students to treat themselves to Students of the SGA are all over whenever we get a parking tag, one, it’s because someone called free donuts and orange juice on campus, which means there are One morning last spring, we are taking full responsibility and complained. their way to classes while having constant opportunities to get to and confirming that we are aware Residents are allowed to voice time to speak to the dean of computer information know your student representa- of where we can and cannot park a complaint when non-residents students, Frances Conine. This systems major Brandon tives throughout the semester. on campus,” Timmon said. “Each park in their parking spots. event not only provides an excuse Timmon went to his car and Whether it is on the way to class, student is given a handbook with Students can speak with manage- to distribute free donuts, but also found a parking ticket. He looked in the SGA office or on the first a map that tells who can park ment of the property and then a carefree environment where around at the other vehicles, and floor of the student union, all can where.” But he said he never speak with university police. students can chat with the dean they all had tickets. received one. Tickets can be appealed. There about anything from real con- pass by and say “hello” or collect “I was appalled, and I was Parking maps are no longer is a 96-hour time limit from the cerns to casual conversation. a free scantron on Tuesdays and confused because I had been provided in the student hand- time the ticket is issued to go to Following the reinstitution Wednesdays from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. parking there for so long, longer than I had ever lived in Columns,” book, but NSU officers said that the police station and fill out an of the speaker series, SGA will by presenting their student IDs. one can be found online. When appeal form. The form is then he said. “As long as I have been “parking map” was searched by sent to the traffic committee a student at NSU, I had been the police on the website, howev- which is made up of faculty, staff parking there.” er, there was no result. and students. Timmon couldn’t think of “Residents don’t really have The university police will what he did wrong. The senior many options on where to park. answer any questions the parked in the lot in front of the They’ll just have to park at their committee may have, but they Health and Human Performance residence,” Patrick Presott, a are actually unable to vote on building just as he normally did dispatcher for NSU police, said. whether or not the ticket is when there was no parking left in When a student signs for a park- appealed in the end. University Columns. ing pass, he or she is confirming The parking lot where Timmon “There was no room for me to knowledge on where to park. parked is commuter parking, park in Columns as a resident,” he “It’s kind of how you get your and residents cannot park there said. There were non-residents driving license at the DMV office; during operating hours. After 3 parked in the parking lot, and the it’s stating that you understand p.m., all commuter parking be- parking at the end of the street what the laws are pertaining to comes open zoning. This means seemed unsafe to use late at the road ways and knowing how that residents can park in these night, he said. To satisfy his confusion, he to drive,” Prescott said. lots after 3 p.m., but they must NSU football fans will be able to enjoy a new tailgating area Police don’t issue tickets until move their cars by 7 a.m. when went to the Northwestern State this football season. Check out this story exclusively on www. someone brings a problem to the lot becomes commuter park- University Police Station to find currentsaucenews.com. Photo by Tyra Morrison their attention. Prescott said if a ing again. page 2 monday 8.24.2015 During phase two of the renovations, The Alley will be updated to allow for New paint, seating arrangements and a clean ceiling contribute to the open air student use. Photo by Emilee Self feel of the Friedman Student Union. Photo by Emilee Self Phase one: Flip this union Damian Glover undergo this year. Besides new paint on the wall conducive to the changing times. Gruesbeck also encourages all PR/Online Editor “Right now we are focusing on and new doors in the hallway, the The art department will also be students and community mem- phase one, which is the areas art department is currently up- responsible for creating two new bers interested in dedicating time President Henderson came to where we receive most of the dating the Long Purple Line. The pieces of artwork that will seek towards creating the mosaic to Northwestern State Uni- traffic,” Pasch said about the pictures of distinguished alumni to capture the true essence of contact her at 357.5476 or stop versity with many goals in process. “Phase two will focus on will be given new frames, and Louisiana culture. by Room 219B of the Creative mind. Around two weeks ago, the fixing problems within The Alley better lighting will be added to Leslie Gruesbeck, a faculty and Performing Arts building. Friedman Student Union projects and making it a working environ- emphasize a contemporary look. member within the art depart- Other ongoing projects include commenced to renovate integral ment again, as well as fixing the The future of the Long Pur- ment, emphasized that the new end tables for the lobby, new parts of the building. catwalk that leads to the union. It ple Line is to one day become project will be finished by the first Alan Pasch, executive director will now be a ramp which will be- digitalized for easy access for week of December. outdoor speakers broadcasting of student union life, is very come more handicap accessible interested individuals. This will “Focusing on the wild life and the school’s radio station, KNWD, excited about the future of the to those entering from the front free up space for more honorees plants will serve as the theme for and new Northwestern State union and the changes that it will of the building.” as well as create an area that is the mosaic,” Gruesbeck said. outdoor flags. New department brings new beginnings Emily Carter Creative and Performing Arts. offer electronic media and social Thiels said. The Department of English, Associate Editor The idea behind moving this media in addition to existing Jay Conova, a junior concentrat- Foreign Language and Cultural new department to CAPA is to concentrations. ing in performance and directing Studies is focused on rebuilding allow students to in theatre, is itself with more faculty as well as Starting during the Fall 2015 collaborate with excited about making improvements to existing semester, Northwestern “Over the next few years, I hope to see growth students who the change. programs. The focus of this will State University will see in the areas of media at NSU, whether that be are studying the Conova be on technical writing, literature changes within several academic way the industry through a new video producton program, mo- thinks that and the folklore program. programs. These changes will works. It will help collaboration Other academic changes com- take effect in the Department bile and web productuon classes or classes “create the con- will help ing to campus in the upcoming of Language and Communica- that focus on social media and marketing.” cept of a creative broaden semester include reducing the tion; the Department of Biology, team,” Dr. Greg -Daniel Thiels, Student Media Coordinator learning number of concentrations in the Microbiology and Veterinary Handel, director horizons and Department of Biology, Microbi- Technology; and the Department of CAPA, said. help utilize ology and Veterinary Technology. of Physical Sciences. “Students will be able to de- Daniel Thiels, student media aspects of NSU that people aren’t The goal is to allow more focus The Department of Language velop a degree plan that aligns coordinator, thinks the change is fully aware of. in the department to prepare and Communication is being with their interests,” Handel said. necessary for the university. He “This addition to CAPA is for students for graduate school and divided into the Department “Instead of a cookie-cutter ap- thinks it will help NSU “to stay the best and will help prepare the workforce upon graduation of New Media, Journalism and proach, each student can have an relevant in the world of commu- people for the daunting task of from NSU. Communication Arts and the individualized program that offers nications and new media.” the real world and learning how The Department of Physical Department of English, Foreign a unique experience and adds to “There is so much potential, to market oneself,” Conova said. Sciences is considering adding a Languages and Cultural Studies. their marketability.” and I believe Northwestern is “I look forward to the day that I program in forensic science and The Department of New Media, New degree tracks are being de- in the perfect situation to make work alongside these students a graduate degree program in Journalism and Communication veloped for the bachelor’s degree those shifts to keep up with because of everything I can learn professional sciences based on Arts will exist under the School of in communication. The focus is to today’s job market demands,” from them.” demands in the industry. page 3 monday 8.24.2015 ‘Tis the season to recruit Greek women Cooking with Vic Emily Fontenot out the ingredients and started Editor-in-Chief making “the sauce.” We whisked together melt- I’m a sandwich person, always ed butter, poppy seeds, sugar have been. Chicken salad, BLT, and grey poupon mustard in a turkey and tuna – melted and saucepan until the butter melted. topped with fresh avocado and I know it sounds weird, but some- tomato – these are the things I how all these odd flavors came always crave. together beautifully. I love scouring the fridge to see Once it looked pourable, we what combinations I can make. spooned the sauce onto the Honey mustard or jalapeno stuffed croissants. We let them mayo? Havarti or Gouda? Okay, sit for 15 minutes so that it could I’m a bit of a sandwich snob. sink into the bread. We slipped Gamma Chi recruitment counselors show their love for the College Panhellenic Council—the What can I say? I guess it’s a them in the oven and waited coordinating body for its three sororities on the Natchitoches campus. Image from Nicole Klibert creative outlet. for another 15 minutes until it Savanah Meredith help build the Greek culture that recruitment with an “open mind.” But a couple of years ago, I crisped perfectly. When the pop- Staff Writer is already on our campus,” Alex A certain house may seem like came across a sandwich that py seeds got black and the crust André said. the one, but, after going through shook my confidence. It made got brown, we got ready. Another day draws closer Several people on campus are the recruitment process, young all previous sandwiches look We poured a few cups of soup the fall sorority recruit- here to help ease women into the women may realize different ones like Lunchables. All these years and grabbed a couple sliders. My ment. Every year, thou- Greek community. truly fit them. I had been thinking inside the brother fixed seconds and pos- sands of Greek women across This year, there are 14 Gamma With hundreds of women wear- box. Where I had asked what to sibly thirds. I wouldn’t know be- the nation prepare to get new Chis—women who come togeth- ing pink, purple and red Greek put between the bread, some cause by that time I was happily additions to their chapters. er, separate from their respective letters, sophomore Samantha pioneering thinker out there had stuffed and dozing off. Mom said Northwestern’s campus has Greek organizations—to guide Carrier thinks girls should remem- asked the question, “What can I he requested this meal a month three for the incoming girls to prospective members through ber the purpose behind joining a put on top?” before coming home. choose from: Phi Mu Fraternity, the recruitment process and give Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority The “slider” was thus born. At Although in this case the sliders Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority and an unbiased glimpse into the least that’s what my grandmother served as a rich, hearty comfort Alpha Omicron Pi Fraternity. Greek world. called it. The name stuck and so dish, at other times I’ve add- Recruitment this semester is has the tradition. For comfort ed fresh avocado, tomato and Alpha Omicron Pi Fraternity from Friday, Sept. 4, to Sunday, food or to celebrate a homecom- sprouts for a lighter take—anoth- Sept. 6. ing, nothing hits the spot like a er delicious combination. After registering online, girls will tray of warm sliders and a pot of The point is, sandwiches should meet together on Sept. 2 for the chicken gnocchi soup. never be put in a box. In fact, that convocation to get an overview of This weekend, we picked up my rule applies to all manner of food what sorority recruitment week- younger brother from the airport preparation. In college, we can’t end is all about. after his summer in Guatemala. always make the perfect meal. Senior Alex André, a member of Mom and I spent the morning We don’t always have the right Phi Mu Fraternity, described “re- Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority stuffing croissants with black for- cheese or oil or meat to stick to est ham and pepper jack cheese. the recipe. Phi Mu Fraternity sisters contribute their sup- Once we got back from the Be creative. Think outside the port to the basketball team airport, we pulled the sandwiches box. Try this sandwich or make Alpha Omicron Pi Fraternity by sitting in the Greek sec- out of the fridge and turned on your own. In fact, don’t follow members show Cajun pride tion. Image from Nicole Klibert the oven. The soup was heating my recipe exactly. Make your by the Cane River in Natchi- up and we were trying not to fill own additions and changes. Who Greek organization: serving both toches. Image from Nicole Klibert up on chips and dip. We took knows what you’ll come up with? the community and philanthropy. Freshman Amanda Simmons “Sorority life is so much more Sliders Ingredients thinks that recruitment is one of than looking cute in letter shirts the most nerve-racking but also and going to different events,” - 20 croissants exciting experiences you can pos- Carrier said. - Black forest ham sibly go through in college. “As a sorority woman, it is - Pepper jack cheese “My overall idea of recruitment easier to get involved on campus - 1/2 cup margarine is that it sounds a lot like speed and to make an impact in your - 2 tablespoons poppy Members of Phi Mu Fraternity dating,” Simmons said. community.” seed “throwing what they know,” “You meet tons of wonderful The Sigma Sigma Sigma Soror- - 2 tablespoons sugar their official symbol, the qua- people in a short amount of time, ity member also said that going - 2 tablespoons grey trefoil. Image from Nicole Klibert and in the end you get to make Greek was one of the best deci- poupon mustard a decision as to which group of sions she has ever made. Instructions cruitment” as just a fancy word women you’d best see yourself For more information about for a time set aside for girls to get becoming a part of.” Greek life and the recruitment Heat the oven to 400 degrees. Stuff the croissants with to know one another. Junior Caitlyn Garland said, process, visit greeks.nsula.edu or black forest ham and pepper jack cheese. Mix the but- “I think of recruitment as the “Don’t be nervous. We are way call 357-5439. ter, poppy seeds, sugar and mustard in a saucepan until first step in a quest—a time to get more nervous than you.” The Office of Fraternity and melted. Pour over the sandwiches. Let sit for 15 minutes. to know more people and open The Alpha Omicron Pi Frater- Sorority Life is located on the first Bake for 15 minutes. Let sit to cool. Enjoy your sliders. our houses to girls who want to nity member said to approach floor of the student union. page 4 monday 8.24.2015 NSU alumnus remembered after honorable death Emily Carter On Aug. 10, Johnny’s Pizza He was fun and sweet and kind Associate Editor started the trend. Restaurants in of shy. I have so many memories Shreveport, Bossier and Haugh- with him. He was a person who ton donated 15 percent of all would put you in your place, but What’s the connection sales from 5-8 p.m. also make you feel good at the between hunting, fish- The following day, Boneheads in same time.” ing and football? Shreveport donated 10 percent of On Aug. 16, some people even These are the hobbies of fallen all profits after 4 p.m. left their lights on for Officer Police Officer Thomas LaValley. The organizer of these chari- LaValley and a major event called LaValley, 29, lost his life on Aug. The Odyssey: An epic of college media table events, Caroline Deniakos, the “Officer Thomas LaValley 5, after responding to a domestic claimed that it was a small ges- Benefit Fishing Tournament” was Megan Boyanton more progressive and, hopefully, disturbance call. ture for a good friend. established in his honor. Life Editor raise our standards.” Grover Cannon has been “There’s no reason not to do Entry forms are available at charged with first degree murder The university’s official student this,” Deniakos said. Bacon’s Tackle, Northwood Tackle Amongst the noticeable newspaper functions with the in the shooting of LaValley. “Thomas was a friend of mine. and Academy in Shreveport and LaValley served with the changes at the university, a traditional sections of Life, News I met him when I interned at Bass Pro in Bossier. Shreveport Police Department for newer form of student me- and others. Channel 3, and just like the rest All future charitable events can around four years. dia, branching from the classics While it prints once a week, The of Shreveport I’m outraged and be found on the Facebook page, Prior to joining the department, of radio and newspaper, emerged Current Sauce has started ad- sad and mad all at the same time. “In Memory of Thomas LaValley,” LaValley attended Northwestern over the summer. vancing onto the online frontier State University and worked for The student-based newspa- with its website. KTBS Channel 3 in Shreveport as per The Odyssey has found a The Odyssey permits its writers a videographer for the team for home within Northwestern with more flexible topics and more than three years. State University, which will join formats, allowing “listicles” and Following his death, KTBS a population of more than 450 open letters. News wrote a piece to honor communities, including Louisiana “The best articles come from their former employee, entitled, State University, partaking in the writing about things you feel “Remembering our friend, SPD online trend. very passionate about. Passion Officer Thomas LaValley.” After hearing about it through promotes creativity,” writer and “The death of Shreveport Police friends, sophomore Taylor junior Loren Ryland said. Officer Thomas LaValley, 29, is Holloway introduced the oppor- NSU contributors have taken still sinking in for many in the tunity in July to the student body, advantage of that fact, composing ArkLaTex, including those of us at spreading the word to build a varying pieces, such as Savanah KTBS 3,” the article reads. team of writers and editors. Meredith’s “Are We Living In A “Many today are remembering “It made me want to bring it to Parallel Universe?” how special Thomas LaValley was, NSU because we are such a small The Odyssey’s home page and the lives he touched.” school, but we have so much boasts more than 3,500 writers The communities sorrow for heart and spirit,” Holloway said. around the world, while function- the fallen officer manifested itself A graduate of Northwestern State, Thomas LaValley worked as “I felt like we could give a lot to ing strictly as an Internet source. the website and to The Odyssey The website states, “Odyssey into various restaurant-sponsored a college TV anchor on NSU 22 News. He went on to work for in general.” is a social content platform that fundraisers to support the family. three years at KTBS News. Submitted by Tom Whitehead Holloway functions as the edi- crowdsources ideas from millen- tor-in-chief of the Northwestern nial thought leaders in their local State division, while senior An- communities. It surfaces a rich thony Cannata and junior Marissa and otherwise untapped diversity McMickens serve respectively as of stories and viewpoints to share the social media coordinator and with an audience hungry for a contributing editor. variety of perspectives.” While the news source received Originally founded at Indiana a primarily positive reaction, University, current CEO of the backlash has been felt within newspaper Evan Burns was the university’s student media recently featured on the 2015 department, which includes The Forbes “30 under 30” list. Current Sauce, KNWD 91.7 FM, Since its recent establishment, Argus and Potpourri. The Odyssey at Northwestern “I definitely don’t think we’ll State has earned a social media ever absorb it as student media following through Facebook, because it’s open to anyone and Twitter and Instagram. everyone,” Student Media Coor- Loren Ryland commented on dinator Daniel Thiels said. the publication’s reception, say- “The Odyssey is an entirely ing, “I do wish that more students separate entity that we don’t own read our articles. We work hard . . . that would be like us trying on them and are proud when to have control over people’s people give us good feedback.” Tumblr blogs—It creates a certain Hopefully, the student body will amount of competition for The be able to watch The Odyssey Current Sauce, but, at the same grow alongside NSU media in time, it will force us to become ambitious harmony. page 5 NSU welcomes new Demons to the family President Henderson “We don’t want you to survive. We want you to thrive.” welcomes Class of 2019 Ashley Wolf piece of advice for freshman -Dr. James Henderson, NSU President Staff Writer students: Attending class. “For six weeks, don’t miss a class.” Henderson said. He not Northwestern State Universi- only gave students advice, but he ty’s Class of 2019 attended explained the NSU faculty’s desire the New Student Convo- for the students to get the most cation and President’s Picnic, of their college experience. Sunday Aug. 23. “We don’t want you to survive,” Around 700 freshmen filled A.A. he said. “We want you to thrive.” Fredericks Auditorium, eagerly For the first time in Demon waiting to be officially deemed history, following the convoca- NSU Demons. Before the con- tion, the huge hoard of freshman vocation began, the auditorium walked over to the iconic NSU col- Oinldto D deomrmonss o tne-acmam topguest. h e r t o h e l p n e wPh sottuo dbey nAtlse cm Hoovreto n wsTihceieoamlrfins e fieibcdr-u ts mhatz zkeociironmn lpgglee a.w ngrOeteit nn theeht xs casp httte ouawr ttdsiaeehesnnar o ctra eenFns eatd. hc o eef- uIattnhhtm oepPn uarinsags cthtfh oo,y ermDe rtar ih.Cnr seHog, l ePstisnhtreuedeudse pimerdisnce.o tnnTnsith c t’wi sosw a Psyanieecstean eh rid,ce .l d Freshman Joey Caroll, a theater what NSU stands for. and vocal performance major, “NSU is the oldest standing uni- described his experience leaving versity in the state of Louisiana,” home for the first time as a “step Dr. Henderson said. He explained out of his comfort zone.” that the three columns stand for Around 1,350 students moved “I am used to a small town the tradition, heritage and per- where everybody knows each manence of NSU. in this year! other,” Caroll said. “I have to With the columns standing tall, meet new people.” NSU students mingled and en- The faculty encouraged stu- joyed free food while a live band dents to cherish their time at NSU played upbeat music. and have fun, but to work even Freshman Maisley Rabalais Students have a smooth move-in day harder. Keynote Speaker for the explained that she was ready to event and professor of theatre start a new chapter in her life. “I and dance, Pia Wyatt, admon- want college to be a lot different Alliyah Perry Alfred said. Johnson, was impressed ished the new students to give than high school,” she said. Opinions Editor Tri Sigma sisters Sarah by the help everyone was 100 percent with their college On Monday, Aug. 24, the Class Heard and Tess Dowdel ar- giving during her move in. professors. of 2019 will try to find their rived around 7 a.m. and, by “I made it to my dorm Gray skies and the “We are here to guide you and classes, and even if they find it the end of the day, agreed and didn’t have to move possibility of rain mold you,” she said. “Look them hard to meet new people and get the day was a success. a single thing,” Johnson didn’t put a damper in the eye and be someone.” oriented at first, they will know Sarah Heard, a sopho- exclaimed. “The move-in on the efforts or mood of NSU President Dr. Jim Hen- one thing: College will certainly more nursing major, was crew was the best.” this year’s move-in day. derson gave his most important be different from high school. a part of the move-in day Johnson graduated from Helping hands came from crew that was recruited to Zwolle High School and the Demon sports teams, help direct traffic and get moved to Natchitoches resident assistants and all the students settled in. to really experience the on-campus organizations “We mainly worked with college lifestyle. to make the transition as logistics and trying to keep smooth as possible. “I really liked the look and traffic moving and a nice At check-in, resident warm apartment feel that flow to everyone showing assistants handled paper- the rooms of University up,” Heard said. “Today has work, handed out keys Place had,” she said. Some been a good day overall, a and explained the dorm of the things she brought little hectic when people upgrades. 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Natchitoches; Freshman Sarah performance. “I like making the that’s why you LaJaunie enjoyed As the audience’s incoming students feel people look so good,” hearing a music genre energy rose, so did the at home,” Freshmen hollered Kriss D. Deville, on campus that she energy of the band. Connector and Demon lead singer of 80s thought she only “I want you to show Days volunteer Myranda tribute band L.A. ROXX, listened to. “Tonight me why Demons Oegraw said. “I want from on stage the night has such a great are the best on this them to realize that we of move-in day. energy,” LaJaunie said. planet,” Deville roared, are as fun as the new At the “Rock of Ages “It’s great to hear this as students moved freshmen.” Tour” concert held music in a public place in closer to the stage The students on Aug 22, students with everyone actually holding up their fork-em responsible for the new and returning cheering it on.” hands. “I want you to Demon Days events were reminded why Many students danced be so loud that you let “are spending their time they chose to come to and sang along to the the rest of the city know for everyone to have a Northwestern State. songs performed by L.A. what they’re missing great time,” Director of Students, parents, ROXX. “I’m a little deaf out on.” FYE Reatha Cox said. local business owners in one ear,” Freshman Deville revealed to Cox offered a word of and staff members all Shelby Ridel admitted. the audience he was advice to all students attended the concert on “It’s a lot of fun.” a Natchitoches native looking to enjoy their Iberville Green. The band’s covers himself, which brought time at NSU. “We just love NSU” included songs like on even more cheering. “College is not alumna Cherie Stein- “Animal,” “Livin’ On KNWD, the Student just four years in gold said. “I come out A Prayer,” “Here I Go Activities Board, and the a classroom,”she to as many events as Again” and “The Final First Year Experience said. “It is important possible.” Steingold Countdown.” The team came together that everyone finds described the band as musicians dressed up to organize the “Rock something to dig “spunky” and authentic. in full ‘80s garb with of Ages Tour” event. into. Invest in the She noted her surprise printed leggings, boots This concert kicked opportunities you have ‘80s cover band L.A. ROXX welcomes students that the students knew and bandannas. Most off NSU’s Demon Days here and be proud to go back to school. Photo submitted by Alec Horton the songs of the ‘80s. noticeably, all band 2015, a series of events to NSU.” Playing a note and breaking a sweat : Band members participate in preseason camp Kimberly Mosier One of the 111 all the new faces and themselves, so that the At this stage of the social media and to have Staff Writer freshman who joined making new friends is director can focus on game, though, Stafford a successful injury-free the band this year, still his favorite part. making them great. said he is excited to see season. piccolo player Hope “Band camp is an “If you enforce self- the band at their first Northwestern students At ypical day of Spaw, described her opportunity to make discipline, the director after-school rehearsal can expect a lot of new band camp starts first college band camp a lot of new and will not have to enforce and their first scheduled things from the band at 7 a.m. and experience as a “blast” meaningful friendships discipline,” Stafford said. game next month. this year: new uniform ends at 8 p.m. with so far. that will help uplift He also quoted junior Director of Bands hats, new stand tunes morning practice for “Everyone is so our members in their Michaela Blackshear Jeffery Mathews said and two new shows. marching fundamentals, welcoming and I love upcoming years,” saying that in band that the purpose of One new show will mid-day practice for how everyone is so Neely said. “there is no try, only do band camp is to learn include tracks from learning and memorizing diverse, yet it’s like one Head Drum Major or do not.” how to play the music, popular radio stars like music, and evening huge family,” she said. Jimmy Stafford said Stafford thinks how to march and how Bruno mars, Taylor Swift practice for marching “It’s a lot of hard work, he hopes to continue the band is off to a to coalesce as a group and Lorde, while the and playing. but it will most definitely leading the band as an wonderful start, but and work together. second show—called Before going home for pay off in the end.” “emblem” for the school claims that to continue His goals for the “Blood Sweat and a well-deserved rest, Assistant Drum Major spirit at Northwestern. thriving throughout the band this year are to Tears”—will feature members stay until late Eric Neeley believes As one of the leaders season each individual continue growing and popular music from The at night playing games “having fun” is an in the band, he member will have to developing a national ‘70s era. The band will and getting to know important purpose of encourages each student participate and perform presence, to develop play at the first home each other. the camp, but seeing to take responsibility for whole-heartedly. a larger presence on game Sept. 3 at 6 p.m. page 8 monday 8.24.2015 For when it rains: Wicked Wordplay Advice for bad days Emily Fontenot and took a ride. I rolled and expectations will Editor-in-Chief down my windows to start to feel less import- feel the breeze. ant, and the excitement Deciding to take a of life will dull a little. College will change scenic drive out to the In those times, find a you. These are Alligator Farm down the way to affirm your life. the best years of highway, I turned the Friends who care, Cane your life.” I heard this radio on just in time for Brake Café, music on the time and time again as the start of “Roxanne” River Bank, a late night a freshman, and at first by The Police and blared movie, a drive down a it felt like those perfect the volume, surprised a back road, your favorite days would never end. little by hearing a voice antique shop — whatev- I still remember the for the first time that er it is — do it. day they did. Away from day. It started to rain just If you like film, join the my family, I started as the sun peeked out film society. If you enjoy having to adapt to the from the clouds. sports, join intramurals. external changes in The weather and the If you like the water, join my life. These changes smoothie and the genius Crew. With the variety were sometimes hard of The Police stirred me of people and options to process. It took a lot from my zombie-like here in Natchitoches, of introspection, but state. I couldn’t peg the there’s definitely some- eventually I found a way feeling at first, but then thing up your alley and to deal with it. it sunk in. All alone with people there to join you. That day, I was feeling no one else to make Find things that make really low. It was one of me feel, something as you comfortable with those spurts of sadness simple as music and the yourself. that comes around open road made me feel College is bittersweet. every blue moon, the alive. For me it’s often been kind that happens Just like the blend of sweet, don’t get me when there’s nothing to sunshine and rain, the wrong. But I have some warrant emotions for blend of sadness and joy bitter memories. Like the day, no rollercoaster was real and raw. I put “rain comin’ down on to ride. my arm out the window a sunny day,” it can be I sulked and sat and to catch the pellets of a beautiful experience shut the curtains. I was rain. even when it’s rough. alone in my apartment. Some days in the twi- So when the rain When I couldn’t stand light zone of college, the comes, turn up the mu- the silence or the com- routine will get mun- sic, find your niche and puter any longer, I put dane. The days will start affirm your life, because on my only clean T-shirt to blur. All your goals it’s definitely worth it. Answers for this puzzle can be found at www.currentsaucenews.com. page 9 monday 8.24.2015 Plans for the academic new year: Letters from student media leaders Hi guys. My name of storytelling hasn’t more interactive. I’m is Emily Fontenot, changed much; it’s still honored to represent and I’m the new all about the angle and the university as a Northwestern editor-in-chief of The the honesty. The meth- media leader, and I look Current Sauce. I’m a od of communication, forward to the trial and State was once senior in the Louisiana however, has drastically error of this year. Scholars’ College, and a changed, and the news- Enjoy the stories in this ‘Normal’ perennial dabbler. I love paper has an obligation edition, and keep your film and art, sports and to keep up. This year eyes on the racks. I’m Kimberly Mosier travel. But more than we’ll be updating our also hoping to get you Copy Editor anything I love story- website and social me- guys to tell the stories telling, and that’s what I dia accounts regularly to plan to do this year. keep students up-to- for a change, so don’t From the school’s es- hesitate to send in your My goal is to make date, and we’re hoping tablishment in 1884 this paper the best it to take advantage of the opinions. I look forward in the old Bullard can be at telling stories. many gifted techies here to hearing from you all Mansion to after it be- The bread and butter by making our website this next year. came a four-year college for teachers in 1921, My name is Jessie currently going through. make sure the yearbook the school was known Gabor, and I plan to highlight the staff and I are covering as “Normal School” or I’m the 2015- remodels, the new de- the growth on cam- “Normal State College.” 2016 editor-in-chief of partments and the new pus to the best of our The school adopted the Potpourri, NSU’s organizations, but most abilities. the “Northwestern” yearbook. As the school of all the students. If you have any ideas, name in 1944, and the year begins, I’d like to This year’s theme for please do not hesitate school officially became say how excited I am to the book is “Moving to email me at jessie- known as Northwestern be able to help preserve Forward.” The book will [email protected]. We State University on June NSU’s history. For over feature modern designs are always looking to 18, 1970, by a legislative 100 years, NSU has had and stories highlighting improve. signing from Gov. John J. the privilege of produc- the changes being made Don’t forget to get McKeithen. ing some award-winning on campus and in our your yearbook picture Before the school yearbooks. community over the taken on Aug. 24, 25 and was named “North- One of my goals for this next year. 26 in the student union western,” there was a yearbook is to highlight As NSU continues to from 8 a.m.- 3 p.m. each fire where the original the changes that NSU is leap forward, I’d like to day! Fork em’ Demons! school stood. Everything burned down except for three white columns. Hey Demons! My become a student disc participate in various Those columns, now name is Katelon jockey (DJ). giveaways throughout refurbished, still stand Ramos. I am a Daily newscasts will the semester. Who senior communications begin on Monday, Aug. knows? There may be a on what the university major with a passion for 31, and will be held chance to win a pair of calls “Normal Hill,” and student media, which is Monday-Thursday from Voodoo Fest tickets this they remain a distinctive why I am super excited 4:30-5 p.m. semester! symbol of the school to to serve as your 2015- Students can look I am so thrilled to be a this day, representing 2016 general manager forward to several part of such an awe- tradition, heritage and at KNWD 97.1 FM cam- music-filled events on some organization at permanence. pus radio station. campus, in collaboration an even more awesome The gate to “North- The music and pro- with many different university. If you ever western State College” gramming departments campus organizations. have suggestions, com- can also be found on are working hard to Some events include ments, questions or con- campus near the Alumni make sure that the the KNWD Concert for cerns, please feel free Building outside of the station is playing what a Cause on Sept. 18, to stop by my office in the students want to Attack of the Jack-O- Room 109 of Kyser Hall. main entrance. There is hear. If you’re looking to Lanterns on Oct. 14 Make sure to tune in to a bench under the gate have a hand in what is and Caddo Fest on Nov. hear what’s happening for students to sit, touch played on KNWD, fill out 20. The students will on KNWD. and witness a piece of the survey or apply to also have a chance to Thanks and Fork ‘Em! history. page 10 monday 8.24.2015 Two minutes in, Lady Demons dominate opener Benjamin Wellman Caserma opened the scoring curling the ball to the lower Sports Writer as early as the second minute. left corner and past the LSUA A good sequence by the Lady goalkeeper to send the Lady After winning three of Demons led to a lob cross Demons into halftime with a their final four games by midfielder Shelby Drope, 4-0 lead. last season, the Lady and Caserma was there for Despite a dominant first half, Demon soccer team picked up the looping finish to give the the Lady Demons could not hold right where they left off as they Lady Demons a lead they on to the shutout in the second. dominated the visiting LSUA never relinquished. In the 64th minute, LSUA attacker Generals, defeating them 4-1 to Eleven minutes later, Linae Harada was able to get the get off to a winning start for the sophomore attacker Cache ball past sophomore goalkeeper 2015 season. Haley doubled the Lady Demons Alex Latham to break the shutout The Lady Demon side that advantage. A shot by senior for the home side. showed up tonight was a good attacker Cassandra Briscoe Fourth-year head coach George mix of veterans and newcomers, was parried away by the LSUA van Linder was pleased with his and the chemistry between goalkeeper, and Haley was right team’s performance, and he’s players showed in the victory. there to tap home the rebound. looking forward to the 5-game Among the newcomers were Phillip’s debut goal came in a road swing the Lady Demons will freshmen forwards Brittany very similar fashion to Haley’s. be faced with next, beginning Caserma and Kayleigh Phillips, Last season’s leading scorer, with a trip to Texas A&M. both of whom scored in their sophomore Esdeina Gonzalez, “Every time you play those kind debuts, with Phillips also getting collected a pass down the side of teams, you better be stronger an assist. and drilled in a shot, which the defensively, and you’ve got to get “As a freshman, everyone comes LSUA goalkeeper parried away used to the speed and be able to in not knowing what to expect,” again, but she couldn’t stop play fast,” Van Linder said. “They Phillips said. “We had preseason, the rebound shot, this time are certainly going to test us in and it was pretty long, and you from Phillips. those areas.” just strive to even step on the The Lady Demons capped The Lady Demons will play five field as a freshman. But coming their scoring in the 36th minute. games on the road over a span of Lady Demon soccer team lightly practices in and our team being successful Phillips passed the ball off to two weeks before returning home among themselves before home opener and getting a goal and an assist junior midfielder Camilla Ardilla, on Sept. 8, when they welcome against LSU-A. Photo by Hannah Richardson was honestly a true blessing.” and Ardilla made no mistake, the Alcorn Lady Braves. Volleyball team eagerly awaits season Brian Cook Composed of seven returning letter wearers and Sports Editor six freshmen, the Lady Demons officially started practicing two weeks ago as they quickly got use to With two amazing seasons behind them, the Coach Kiracofe’s new themes. Lady Demon Volleyball team, alongside “We were eager to get back,” said senior outside their new head coach Sean Kiracofe, hitter Caiti O’Connell. “I was eager to see, with the is looking to make another run deeper into the new coaching staff, all the stuff we’re going to run, NCAA Tournament. all the new defense. I was just eager to learn all that. NSU is set to finish fifth by Southland coaches We got a lot of game-type stuff in, which was good. and sixth by the conference’s sports information We were able to see how what we worked on before directors in the Southland Conference Preseason worked in the newer system.” Polls. The Lady Demons landed three players – With confidence, the Lady Demons were excited Glynna Johnson, Bailey Martin and Caiti O’Connell about getting back on the court and ready to get – to the preseason All-Southland Conference another shot at the NCAA Tournament after falling second team. one game short to a bid last November. “I’m very proud of Glynna Johnson, Bailey Martin “I’m probably more excited about this season than any season before,” senior middle blocker and Caiti O’Connell,” first-year head coach Sean Glynna Johnson said. “We’re all ready for the season Kiracofe said. “I believe that they are very deserving to get started. I’m pretty confident about this of this preseason recognition. They have proven season because of the people I worked with in the that they belong in this company with last season’s offseason, getting faster with Coach Coachman and accomplishments and the significant role they the coaches coming in like Sean working with the each played in winning Northwestern State’s first middle blockers.” volleyball championship. We are lucky to have these Their season begins Aug. 28, when NSU faces Second team, All-Southland Conference Libero three veterans to mentor our newcomers to make Tennessee State in the first day of the Magnolia Bailey Martin practices her serve during sure our program continues to grow and improve.” Invitational at Ole Miss. preseason workouts. Photo by Kevin Shannahon page 11

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MONDAY, AUGUST 24, 2015 VOLUME 101: ISSUE 1 Union undergoing Slain officer remembered by Meet your student media Lady Demons defeat LSUA renovation. alma mater. leaders. 4-1. page 3 page 6 page 10 page 11 L.A. ‘ROXX’ Freshman Class Demon Days began shortly after the campus move-in. Events included a concert by ‘80s tribute band L.A. ROXX, Freshman Convocation and the President’s Picnic. Photos by Alec Horton and NSU Photolab monday 8.24.2015 SGA celebrates freshmen Justin Vance attempt to bring a prominent A&E Editor speaker to NSU every year. Currently, this year’s speaker is undecided, but whoever it is will Northwestern welcomes arrive late October as a “Hallow- a new class of freshmen, een Speaker.” SGA hopes to bring and several organizations a person with the same level are spending countless hours of enthusiasm as last spring’s preparing to receive them. The speaker, Charlaine Harris, author Student Government Association, of the True Blood series. She at- SGA, is no exception. As officers tracted both the interests of NSU and senators gathered on Aug. students and the Natchitoches 22 for their annual retreat, each community. officer was trained on how to The last and biggest event of receive and best connect with the the fall semester is the Late Night incoming students. Breakfast, held during finals The SGA acts as the bridge week. This event is designed as between faculty and students, a well-deserved break between with student concerns as its main long study sessions. Students are priority. Every year, events are welcome to bring their books and carefully planned by the SGA to their friends to Iberville, where help students become comfort- they will be treated to breakfast able with their representatives food served by SGA members. and form bonds with faculty The students of the SGA make members who are willing to listen themselves accessible to the and offer assistance. Students parked across from the NSU Police Station in a lot designated for commuter parking. student body during office hours The upcoming Fall Term Photo by Essie Hullaby and while participating in events will kick-off with a chance for across campus. By implementing freshmen to get to know their No residents allowed social media like the student representatives. As part of the concerns Facebook page and an traditional Welcome Week, on open-door policy, students are Sept. 22, SGA will host Donuts encouraged to make their con- Essie Hullaby out why the ticket was issued. student hasn’t been given a ticket with the Dean. This event allows cerns known. News Editor “The police officers told me that before and then suddenly has students to treat themselves to Students of the SGA are all over whenever we get a parking tag, one, it’s because someone called free donuts and orange juice on campus, which means there are One morning last spring, we are taking full responsibility and complained. their way to classes while having constant opportunities to get to and confirming that we are aware Residents are allowed to voice time to speak to the dean of computer information know your student representa- of where we can and cannot park a complaint when non-residents students, Frances Conine. This systems major Brandon tives throughout the semester. on campus,” Timmon said. “Each park in their parking spots. event not only provides an excuse Timmon went to his car and Whether it is on the way to class, student is given a handbook with Students can speak with manage- to distribute free donuts, but also found a parking ticket. He looked in the SGA office or on the first a map that tells who can park ment of the property and then a carefree environment where around at the other vehicles, and floor of the student union, all can where.” But he said he never speak with university police. students can chat with the dean they all had tickets. received one. Tickets can be appealed. There about anything from real con- pass by and say “hello” or collect “I was appalled, and I was Parking maps are no longer is a 96-hour time limit from the cerns to casual conversation. a free scantron on Tuesdays and confused because I had been provided in the student hand- time the ticket is issued to go to Following the reinstitution Wednesdays from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. parking there for so long, longer than I had ever lived in Columns,” book, but NSU officers said that the police station and fill out an of the speaker series, SGA will by presenting their student IDs. one can be found online. When appeal form. The form is then he said. “As long as I have been “parking map” was searched by sent to the traffic committee a student at NSU, I had been the police on the website, howev- which is made up of faculty, staff parking there.” er, there was no result. and students. Timmon couldn’t think of “Residents don’t really have The university police will what he did wrong. The senior many options on where to park. answer any questions the parked in the lot in front of the They’ll just have to park at their committee may have, but they Health and Human Performance residence,” Patrick Presott, a are actually unable to vote on building just as he normally did dispatcher for NSU police, said. whether or not the ticket is when there was no parking left in When a student signs for a park- appealed in the end. University Columns. ing pass, he or she is confirming The parking lot where Timmon “There was no room for me to knowledge on where to park. parked is commuter parking, park in Columns as a resident,” he “It’s kind of how you get your and residents cannot park there said. There were non-residents driving license at the DMV office; during operating hours. After 3 parked in the parking lot, and the it’s stating that you understand p.m., all commuter parking be- parking at the end of the street what the laws are pertaining to comes open zoning. This means seemed unsafe to use late at the road ways and knowing how that residents can park in these night, he said. To satisfy his confusion, he to drive,” Prescott said. lots after 3 p.m., but they must NSU football fans will be able to enjoy a new tailgating area Police don’t issue tickets until move their cars by 7 a.m. when went to the Northwestern State this football season. Check out this story exclusively on www. someone brings a problem to the lot becomes commuter park- University Police Station to find currentsaucenews.com. Photo by Tyra Morrison their attention. Prescott said if a ing again. page 2 monday 8.24.2015 During phase two of the renovations, The Alley will be updated to allow for New paint, seating arrangements and a clean ceiling contribute to the open air student use. Photo by Emilee Self feel of the Friedman Student Union. Photo by Emilee Self Phase one: Flip this union Damian Glover undergo this year. Besides new paint on the wall conducive to the changing times. Gruesbeck also encourages all PR/Online Editor “Right now we are focusing on and new doors in the hallway, the The art department will also be students and community mem- phase one, which is the areas art department is currently up- responsible for creating two new bers interested in dedicating time President Henderson came to where we receive most of the dating the Long Purple Line. The pieces of artwork that will seek towards creating the mosaic to Northwestern State Uni- traffic,” Pasch said about the pictures of distinguished alumni to capture the true essence of contact her at 357.5476 or stop versity with many goals in process. “Phase two will focus on will be given new frames, and Louisiana culture. by Room 219B of the Creative mind. Around two weeks ago, the fixing problems within The Alley better lighting will be added to Leslie Gruesbeck, a faculty and Performing Arts building. Friedman Student Union projects and making it a working environ- emphasize a contemporary look. member within the art depart- Other ongoing projects include commenced to renovate integral ment again, as well as fixing the The future of the Long Pur- ment, emphasized that the new end tables for the lobby, new parts of the building. catwalk that leads to the union. It ple Line is to one day become project will be finished by the first Alan Pasch, executive director will now be a ramp which will be- digitalized for easy access for week of December. outdoor speakers broadcasting of student union life, is very come more handicap accessible interested individuals. This will “Focusing on the wild life and the school’s radio station, KNWD, excited about the future of the to those entering from the front free up space for more honorees plants will serve as the theme for and new Northwestern State union and the changes that it will of the building.” as well as create an area that is the mosaic,” Gruesbeck said. outdoor flags. New department brings new beginnings Emily Carter Creative and Performing Arts. offer electronic media and social Thiels said. The Department of English, Associate Editor The idea behind moving this media in addition to existing Jay Conova, a junior concentrat- Foreign Language and Cultural new department to CAPA is to concentrations. ing in performance and directing Studies is focused on rebuilding allow students to in theatre, is itself with more faculty as well as Starting during the Fall 2015 collaborate with excited about making improvements to existing semester, Northwestern “Over the next few years, I hope to see growth students who the change. programs. The focus of this will State University will see in the areas of media at NSU, whether that be are studying the Conova be on technical writing, literature changes within several academic way the industry through a new video producton program, mo- thinks that and the folklore program. programs. These changes will works. It will help collaboration Other academic changes com- take effect in the Department bile and web productuon classes or classes “create the con- will help ing to campus in the upcoming of Language and Communica- that focus on social media and marketing.” cept of a creative broaden semester include reducing the tion; the Department of Biology, team,” Dr. Greg -Daniel Thiels, Student Media Coordinator learning number of concentrations in the Microbiology and Veterinary Handel, director horizons and Department of Biology, Microbi- Technology; and the Department of CAPA, said. help utilize ology and Veterinary Technology. of Physical Sciences. “Students will be able to de- Daniel Thiels, student media aspects of NSU that people aren’t The goal is to allow more focus The Department of Language velop a degree plan that aligns coordinator, thinks the change is fully aware of. in the department to prepare and Communication is being with their interests,” Handel said. necessary for the university. He “This addition to CAPA is for students for graduate school and divided into the Department “Instead of a cookie-cutter ap- thinks it will help NSU “to stay the best and will help prepare the workforce upon graduation of New Media, Journalism and proach, each student can have an relevant in the world of commu- people for the daunting task of from NSU. Communication Arts and the individualized program that offers nications and new media.” the real world and learning how The Department of Physical Department of English, Foreign a unique experience and adds to “There is so much potential, to market oneself,” Conova said. Sciences is considering adding a Languages and Cultural Studies. their marketability.” and I believe Northwestern is “I look forward to the day that I program in forensic science and The Department of New Media, New degree tracks are being de- in the perfect situation to make work alongside these students a graduate degree program in Journalism and Communication veloped for the bachelor’s degree those shifts to keep up with because of everything I can learn professional sciences based on Arts will exist under the School of in communication. The focus is to today’s job market demands,” from them.” demands in the industry. page 3 monday 8.24.2015 ‘Tis the season to recruit Greek women Cooking with Vic Emily Fontenot out the ingredients and started Editor-in-Chief making “the sauce.” We whisked together melt- I’m a sandwich person, always ed butter, poppy seeds, sugar have been. Chicken salad, BLT, and grey poupon mustard in a turkey and tuna – melted and saucepan until the butter melted. topped with fresh avocado and I know it sounds weird, but some- tomato – these are the things I how all these odd flavors came always crave. together beautifully. I love scouring the fridge to see Once it looked pourable, we what combinations I can make. spooned the sauce onto the Honey mustard or jalapeno stuffed croissants. We let them mayo? Havarti or Gouda? Okay, sit for 15 minutes so that it could I’m a bit of a sandwich snob. sink into the bread. We slipped Gamma Chi recruitment counselors show their love for the College Panhellenic Council—the What can I say? I guess it’s a them in the oven and waited coordinating body for its three sororities on the Natchitoches campus. Image from Nicole Klibert creative outlet. for another 15 minutes until it Savanah Meredith help build the Greek culture that recruitment with an “open mind.” But a couple of years ago, I crisped perfectly. When the pop- Staff Writer is already on our campus,” Alex A certain house may seem like came across a sandwich that py seeds got black and the crust André said. the one, but, after going through shook my confidence. It made got brown, we got ready. Another day draws closer Several people on campus are the recruitment process, young all previous sandwiches look We poured a few cups of soup the fall sorority recruit- here to help ease women into the women may realize different ones like Lunchables. All these years and grabbed a couple sliders. My ment. Every year, thou- Greek community. truly fit them. I had been thinking inside the brother fixed seconds and pos- sands of Greek women across This year, there are 14 Gamma With hundreds of women wear- box. Where I had asked what to sibly thirds. I wouldn’t know be- the nation prepare to get new Chis—women who come togeth- ing pink, purple and red Greek put between the bread, some cause by that time I was happily additions to their chapters. er, separate from their respective letters, sophomore Samantha pioneering thinker out there had stuffed and dozing off. Mom said Northwestern’s campus has Greek organizations—to guide Carrier thinks girls should remem- asked the question, “What can I he requested this meal a month three for the incoming girls to prospective members through ber the purpose behind joining a put on top?” before coming home. choose from: Phi Mu Fraternity, the recruitment process and give Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority The “slider” was thus born. At Although in this case the sliders Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority and an unbiased glimpse into the least that’s what my grandmother served as a rich, hearty comfort Alpha Omicron Pi Fraternity. Greek world. called it. The name stuck and so dish, at other times I’ve add- Recruitment this semester is has the tradition. For comfort ed fresh avocado, tomato and Alpha Omicron Pi Fraternity from Friday, Sept. 4, to Sunday, food or to celebrate a homecom- sprouts for a lighter take—anoth- Sept. 6. ing, nothing hits the spot like a er delicious combination. After registering online, girls will tray of warm sliders and a pot of The point is, sandwiches should meet together on Sept. 2 for the chicken gnocchi soup. never be put in a box. In fact, that convocation to get an overview of This weekend, we picked up my rule applies to all manner of food what sorority recruitment week- younger brother from the airport preparation. In college, we can’t end is all about. after his summer in Guatemala. always make the perfect meal. Senior Alex André, a member of Mom and I spent the morning We don’t always have the right Phi Mu Fraternity, described “re- Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority stuffing croissants with black for- cheese or oil or meat to stick to est ham and pepper jack cheese. the recipe. Phi Mu Fraternity sisters contribute their sup- Once we got back from the Be creative. Think outside the port to the basketball team airport, we pulled the sandwiches box. Try this sandwich or make Alpha Omicron Pi Fraternity by sitting in the Greek sec- out of the fridge and turned on your own. In fact, don’t follow members show Cajun pride tion. Image from Nicole Klibert the oven. The soup was heating my recipe exactly. Make your by the Cane River in Natchi- up and we were trying not to fill own additions and changes. Who Greek organization: serving both toches. Image from Nicole Klibert up on chips and dip. We took knows what you’ll come up with? the community and philanthropy. Freshman Amanda Simmons “Sorority life is so much more Sliders Ingredients thinks that recruitment is one of than looking cute in letter shirts the most nerve-racking but also and going to different events,” - 20 croissants exciting experiences you can pos- Carrier said. - Black forest ham sibly go through in college. “As a sorority woman, it is - Pepper jack cheese “My overall idea of recruitment easier to get involved on campus - 1/2 cup margarine is that it sounds a lot like speed and to make an impact in your - 2 tablespoons poppy Members of Phi Mu Fraternity dating,” Simmons said. community.” seed “throwing what they know,” “You meet tons of wonderful The Sigma Sigma Sigma Soror- - 2 tablespoons sugar their official symbol, the qua- people in a short amount of time, ity member also said that going - 2 tablespoons grey trefoil. Image from Nicole Klibert and in the end you get to make Greek was one of the best deci- poupon mustard a decision as to which group of sions she has ever made. Instructions cruitment” as just a fancy word women you’d best see yourself For more information about for a time set aside for girls to get becoming a part of.” Greek life and the recruitment Heat the oven to 400 degrees. Stuff the croissants with to know one another. Junior Caitlyn Garland said, process, visit greeks.nsula.edu or black forest ham and pepper jack cheese. Mix the but- “I think of recruitment as the “Don’t be nervous. We are way call 357-5439. ter, poppy seeds, sugar and mustard in a saucepan until first step in a quest—a time to get more nervous than you.” The Office of Fraternity and melted. Pour over the sandwiches. Let sit for 15 minutes. to know more people and open The Alpha Omicron Pi Frater- Sorority Life is located on the first Bake for 15 minutes. Let sit to cool. Enjoy your sliders. our houses to girls who want to nity member said to approach floor of the student union. page 4 monday 8.24.2015 NSU alumnus remembered after honorable death Emily Carter On Aug. 10, Johnny’s Pizza He was fun and sweet and kind Associate Editor started the trend. Restaurants in of shy. I have so many memories Shreveport, Bossier and Haugh- with him. He was a person who ton donated 15 percent of all would put you in your place, but What’s the connection sales from 5-8 p.m. also make you feel good at the between hunting, fish- The following day, Boneheads in same time.” ing and football? Shreveport donated 10 percent of On Aug. 16, some people even These are the hobbies of fallen all profits after 4 p.m. left their lights on for Officer Police Officer Thomas LaValley. The organizer of these chari- LaValley and a major event called LaValley, 29, lost his life on Aug. The Odyssey: An epic of college media table events, Caroline Deniakos, the “Officer Thomas LaValley 5, after responding to a domestic claimed that it was a small ges- Benefit Fishing Tournament” was Megan Boyanton more progressive and, hopefully, disturbance call. ture for a good friend. established in his honor. Life Editor raise our standards.” Grover Cannon has been “There’s no reason not to do Entry forms are available at charged with first degree murder The university’s official student this,” Deniakos said. Bacon’s Tackle, Northwood Tackle Amongst the noticeable newspaper functions with the in the shooting of LaValley. “Thomas was a friend of mine. and Academy in Shreveport and LaValley served with the changes at the university, a traditional sections of Life, News I met him when I interned at Bass Pro in Bossier. Shreveport Police Department for newer form of student me- and others. Channel 3, and just like the rest All future charitable events can around four years. dia, branching from the classics While it prints once a week, The of Shreveport I’m outraged and be found on the Facebook page, Prior to joining the department, of radio and newspaper, emerged Current Sauce has started ad- sad and mad all at the same time. “In Memory of Thomas LaValley,” LaValley attended Northwestern over the summer. vancing onto the online frontier State University and worked for The student-based newspa- with its website. KTBS Channel 3 in Shreveport as per The Odyssey has found a The Odyssey permits its writers a videographer for the team for home within Northwestern with more flexible topics and more than three years. State University, which will join formats, allowing “listicles” and Following his death, KTBS a population of more than 450 open letters. News wrote a piece to honor communities, including Louisiana “The best articles come from their former employee, entitled, State University, partaking in the writing about things you feel “Remembering our friend, SPD online trend. very passionate about. Passion Officer Thomas LaValley.” After hearing about it through promotes creativity,” writer and “The death of Shreveport Police friends, sophomore Taylor junior Loren Ryland said. Officer Thomas LaValley, 29, is Holloway introduced the oppor- NSU contributors have taken still sinking in for many in the tunity in July to the student body, advantage of that fact, composing ArkLaTex, including those of us at spreading the word to build a varying pieces, such as Savanah KTBS 3,” the article reads. team of writers and editors. Meredith’s “Are We Living In A “Many today are remembering “It made me want to bring it to Parallel Universe?” how special Thomas LaValley was, NSU because we are such a small The Odyssey’s home page and the lives he touched.” school, but we have so much boasts more than 3,500 writers The communities sorrow for heart and spirit,” Holloway said. around the world, while function- the fallen officer manifested itself A graduate of Northwestern State, Thomas LaValley worked as “I felt like we could give a lot to ing strictly as an Internet source. the website and to The Odyssey The website states, “Odyssey into various restaurant-sponsored a college TV anchor on NSU 22 News. He went on to work for in general.” is a social content platform that fundraisers to support the family. three years at KTBS News. Submitted by Tom Whitehead Holloway functions as the edi- crowdsources ideas from millen- tor-in-chief of the Northwestern nial thought leaders in their local State division, while senior An- communities. It surfaces a rich thony Cannata and junior Marissa and otherwise untapped diversity McMickens serve respectively as of stories and viewpoints to share the social media coordinator and with an audience hungry for a contributing editor. variety of perspectives.” While the news source received Originally founded at Indiana a primarily positive reaction, University, current CEO of the backlash has been felt within newspaper Evan Burns was the university’s student media recently featured on the 2015 department, which includes The Forbes “30 under 30” list. Current Sauce, KNWD 91.7 FM, Since its recent establishment, Argus and Potpourri. The Odyssey at Northwestern “I definitely don’t think we’ll State has earned a social media ever absorb it as student media following through Facebook, because it’s open to anyone and Twitter and Instagram. everyone,” Student Media Coor- Loren Ryland commented on dinator Daniel Thiels said. the publication’s reception, say- “The Odyssey is an entirely ing, “I do wish that more students separate entity that we don’t own read our articles. We work hard . . . that would be like us trying on them and are proud when to have control over people’s people give us good feedback.” Tumblr blogs—It creates a certain Hopefully, the student body will amount of competition for The be able to watch The Odyssey Current Sauce, but, at the same grow alongside NSU media in time, it will force us to become ambitious harmony. page 5 NSU welcomes new Demons to the family President Henderson “We don’t want you to survive. We want you to thrive.” welcomes Class of 2019 Ashley Wolf piece of advice for freshman -Dr. James Henderson, NSU President Staff Writer students: Attending class. “For six weeks, don’t miss a class.” Henderson said. He not Northwestern State Universi- only gave students advice, but he ty’s Class of 2019 attended explained the NSU faculty’s desire the New Student Convo- for the students to get the most cation and President’s Picnic, of their college experience. Sunday Aug. 23. “We don’t want you to survive,” Around 700 freshmen filled A.A. he said. “We want you to thrive.” Fredericks Auditorium, eagerly For the first time in Demon waiting to be officially deemed history, following the convoca- NSU Demons. Before the con- tion, the huge hoard of freshman vocation began, the auditorium walked over to the iconic NSU col- Oinldto D deomrmonss o tne-acmam topguest. h e r t o h e l p n e wPh sottuo dbey nAtlse cm Hoovreto n wsTihceieoamlrfins e fieibcdr-u ts mhatz zkeociironmn lpgglee a.w ngrOeteit nn theeht xs casp httte ouawr ttdsiaeehesnnar o ctra eenFns eatd. hc o eef- uIattnhhtm oepPn uarinsags cthtfh oo,y ermDe rtar ih.Cnr seHog, l ePstisnhtreuedeudse pimerdisnce.o tnnTnsith c t’wi sosw a Psyanieecstean eh rid,ce .l d Freshman Joey Caroll, a theater what NSU stands for. and vocal performance major, “NSU is the oldest standing uni- described his experience leaving versity in the state of Louisiana,” home for the first time as a “step Dr. Henderson said. He explained out of his comfort zone.” that the three columns stand for Around 1,350 students moved “I am used to a small town the tradition, heritage and per- where everybody knows each manence of NSU. in this year! other,” Caroll said. “I have to With the columns standing tall, meet new people.” NSU students mingled and en- The faculty encouraged stu- joyed free food while a live band dents to cherish their time at NSU played upbeat music. and have fun, but to work even Freshman Maisley Rabalais Students have a smooth move-in day harder. Keynote Speaker for the explained that she was ready to event and professor of theatre start a new chapter in her life. “I and dance, Pia Wyatt, admon- want college to be a lot different Alliyah Perry Alfred said. Johnson, was impressed ished the new students to give than high school,” she said. Opinions Editor Tri Sigma sisters Sarah by the help everyone was 100 percent with their college On Monday, Aug. 24, the Class Heard and Tess Dowdel ar- giving during her move in. professors. of 2019 will try to find their rived around 7 a.m. and, by “I made it to my dorm Gray skies and the “We are here to guide you and classes, and even if they find it the end of the day, agreed and didn’t have to move possibility of rain mold you,” she said. “Look them hard to meet new people and get the day was a success. a single thing,” Johnson didn’t put a damper in the eye and be someone.” oriented at first, they will know Sarah Heard, a sopho- exclaimed. “The move-in on the efforts or mood of NSU President Dr. Jim Hen- one thing: College will certainly more nursing major, was crew was the best.” this year’s move-in day. derson gave his most important be different from high school. a part of the move-in day Johnson graduated from Helping hands came from crew that was recruited to Zwolle High School and the Demon sports teams, help direct traffic and get moved to Natchitoches resident assistants and all the students settled in. to really experience the on-campus organizations “We mainly worked with college lifestyle. to make the transition as logistics and trying to keep smooth as possible. “I really liked the look and traffic moving and a nice At check-in, resident warm apartment feel that flow to everyone showing assistants handled paper- the rooms of University up,” Heard said. “Today has work, handed out keys Place had,” she said. Some been a good day overall, a and explained the dorm of the things she brought little hectic when people upgrades. Sophomore showed up at the same to make her feel at home accounting major, Brionne time, but fun and very included a microwave, a Alfred, worked her first ma oa ssn“os Aspivisftrteteeae-p inrtna rtt ar dwteiahndoyii sn awa gysse,e peawaok rre.sse s tosirbifyd l eeto nfo tb re e rtD oe no“a jeMwollvyydyea e erabyln rlosemjoan.”iysed e a.mdre ob vtieiirnneggd i hnbe,u”ltp If ul fi nt zro ieiMn dmdggo deaovk oefa ir-annmi ngdw snisestoe eujmcukdes eedstn septitdhtiesie ercfs esabo.etenelg adil n-- StotPhunhed o NPetoorn erbtsmsyi deNaenlS njHUoti y’lPsl .hP oictonlaicb any questions or situations Freshman health and welcome and engaged in to come on move-in day,” exercise major, Marquesha the year to come. page 6 page 7 monday 8.24.2015 L.A.ROXX excites students for a new semester of Demon pride Meg Denny “A lot of these kids members completed occurring the first Staff Writer only know the music if their looks with long few weeks of school their parents played it hairdos drenched designed to welcome You come from for them.” in sweat from the students to campus. Natchitoches; Freshman Sarah performance. “I like making the that’s why you LaJaunie enjoyed As the audience’s incoming students feel people look so good,” hearing a music genre energy rose, so did the at home,” Freshmen hollered Kriss D. Deville, on campus that she energy of the band. Connector and Demon lead singer of 80s thought she only “I want you to show Days volunteer Myranda tribute band L.A. ROXX, listened to. “Tonight me why Demons Oegraw said. “I want from on stage the night has such a great are the best on this them to realize that we of move-in day. energy,” LaJaunie said. planet,” Deville roared, are as fun as the new At the “Rock of Ages “It’s great to hear this as students moved freshmen.” Tour” concert held music in a public place in closer to the stage The students on Aug 22, students with everyone actually holding up their fork-em responsible for the new and returning cheering it on.” hands. “I want you to Demon Days events were reminded why Many students danced be so loud that you let “are spending their time they chose to come to and sang along to the the rest of the city know for everyone to have a Northwestern State. songs performed by L.A. what they’re missing great time,” Director of Students, parents, ROXX. “I’m a little deaf out on.” FYE Reatha Cox said. local business owners in one ear,” Freshman Deville revealed to Cox offered a word of and staff members all Shelby Ridel admitted. the audience he was advice to all students attended the concert on “It’s a lot of fun.” a Natchitoches native looking to enjoy their Iberville Green. The band’s covers himself, which brought time at NSU. “We just love NSU” included songs like on even more cheering. “College is not alumna Cherie Stein- “Animal,” “Livin’ On KNWD, the Student just four years in gold said. “I come out A Prayer,” “Here I Go Activities Board, and the a classroom,”she to as many events as Again” and “The Final First Year Experience said. “It is important possible.” Steingold Countdown.” The team came together that everyone finds described the band as musicians dressed up to organize the “Rock something to dig “spunky” and authentic. in full ‘80s garb with of Ages Tour” event. into. Invest in the She noted her surprise printed leggings, boots This concert kicked opportunities you have ‘80s cover band L.A. ROXX welcomes students that the students knew and bandannas. Most off NSU’s Demon Days here and be proud to go back to school. Photo submitted by Alec Horton the songs of the ‘80s. noticeably, all band 2015, a series of events to NSU.” Playing a note and breaking a sweat : Band members participate in preseason camp Kimberly Mosier One of the 111 all the new faces and themselves, so that the At this stage of the social media and to have Staff Writer freshman who joined making new friends is director can focus on game, though, Stafford a successful injury-free the band this year, still his favorite part. making them great. said he is excited to see season. piccolo player Hope “Band camp is an “If you enforce self- the band at their first Northwestern students At ypical day of Spaw, described her opportunity to make discipline, the director after-school rehearsal can expect a lot of new band camp starts first college band camp a lot of new and will not have to enforce and their first scheduled things from the band at 7 a.m. and experience as a “blast” meaningful friendships discipline,” Stafford said. game next month. this year: new uniform ends at 8 p.m. with so far. that will help uplift He also quoted junior Director of Bands hats, new stand tunes morning practice for “Everyone is so our members in their Michaela Blackshear Jeffery Mathews said and two new shows. marching fundamentals, welcoming and I love upcoming years,” saying that in band that the purpose of One new show will mid-day practice for how everyone is so Neely said. “there is no try, only do band camp is to learn include tracks from learning and memorizing diverse, yet it’s like one Head Drum Major or do not.” how to play the music, popular radio stars like music, and evening huge family,” she said. Jimmy Stafford said Stafford thinks how to march and how Bruno mars, Taylor Swift practice for marching “It’s a lot of hard work, he hopes to continue the band is off to a to coalesce as a group and Lorde, while the and playing. but it will most definitely leading the band as an wonderful start, but and work together. second show—called Before going home for pay off in the end.” “emblem” for the school claims that to continue His goals for the “Blood Sweat and a well-deserved rest, Assistant Drum Major spirit at Northwestern. thriving throughout the band this year are to Tears”—will feature members stay until late Eric Neeley believes As one of the leaders season each individual continue growing and popular music from The at night playing games “having fun” is an in the band, he member will have to developing a national ‘70s era. The band will and getting to know important purpose of encourages each student participate and perform presence, to develop play at the first home each other. the camp, but seeing to take responsibility for whole-heartedly. a larger presence on game Sept. 3 at 6 p.m. page 8 monday 8.24.2015 For when it rains: Wicked Wordplay Advice for bad days Emily Fontenot and took a ride. I rolled and expectations will Editor-in-Chief down my windows to start to feel less import- feel the breeze. ant, and the excitement Deciding to take a of life will dull a little. College will change scenic drive out to the In those times, find a you. These are Alligator Farm down the way to affirm your life. the best years of highway, I turned the Friends who care, Cane your life.” I heard this radio on just in time for Brake Café, music on the time and time again as the start of “Roxanne” River Bank, a late night a freshman, and at first by The Police and blared movie, a drive down a it felt like those perfect the volume, surprised a back road, your favorite days would never end. little by hearing a voice antique shop — whatev- I still remember the for the first time that er it is — do it. day they did. Away from day. It started to rain just If you like film, join the my family, I started as the sun peeked out film society. If you enjoy having to adapt to the from the clouds. sports, join intramurals. external changes in The weather and the If you like the water, join my life. These changes smoothie and the genius Crew. With the variety were sometimes hard of The Police stirred me of people and options to process. It took a lot from my zombie-like here in Natchitoches, of introspection, but state. I couldn’t peg the there’s definitely some- eventually I found a way feeling at first, but then thing up your alley and to deal with it. it sunk in. All alone with people there to join you. That day, I was feeling no one else to make Find things that make really low. It was one of me feel, something as you comfortable with those spurts of sadness simple as music and the yourself. that comes around open road made me feel College is bittersweet. every blue moon, the alive. For me it’s often been kind that happens Just like the blend of sweet, don’t get me when there’s nothing to sunshine and rain, the wrong. But I have some warrant emotions for blend of sadness and joy bitter memories. Like the day, no rollercoaster was real and raw. I put “rain comin’ down on to ride. my arm out the window a sunny day,” it can be I sulked and sat and to catch the pellets of a beautiful experience shut the curtains. I was rain. even when it’s rough. alone in my apartment. Some days in the twi- So when the rain When I couldn’t stand light zone of college, the comes, turn up the mu- the silence or the com- routine will get mun- sic, find your niche and puter any longer, I put dane. The days will start affirm your life, because on my only clean T-shirt to blur. All your goals it’s definitely worth it. Answers for this puzzle can be found at www.currentsaucenews.com. page 9 monday 8.24.2015 Plans for the academic new year: Letters from student media leaders Hi guys. My name of storytelling hasn’t more interactive. I’m is Emily Fontenot, changed much; it’s still honored to represent and I’m the new all about the angle and the university as a Northwestern editor-in-chief of The the honesty. The meth- media leader, and I look Current Sauce. I’m a od of communication, forward to the trial and State was once senior in the Louisiana however, has drastically error of this year. Scholars’ College, and a changed, and the news- Enjoy the stories in this ‘Normal’ perennial dabbler. I love paper has an obligation edition, and keep your film and art, sports and to keep up. This year eyes on the racks. I’m Kimberly Mosier travel. But more than we’ll be updating our also hoping to get you Copy Editor anything I love story- website and social me- guys to tell the stories telling, and that’s what I dia accounts regularly to plan to do this year. keep students up-to- for a change, so don’t From the school’s es- hesitate to send in your My goal is to make date, and we’re hoping tablishment in 1884 this paper the best it to take advantage of the opinions. I look forward in the old Bullard can be at telling stories. many gifted techies here to hearing from you all Mansion to after it be- The bread and butter by making our website this next year. came a four-year college for teachers in 1921, My name is Jessie currently going through. make sure the yearbook the school was known Gabor, and I plan to highlight the staff and I are covering as “Normal School” or I’m the 2015- remodels, the new de- the growth on cam- “Normal State College.” 2016 editor-in-chief of partments and the new pus to the best of our The school adopted the Potpourri, NSU’s organizations, but most abilities. the “Northwestern” yearbook. As the school of all the students. If you have any ideas, name in 1944, and the year begins, I’d like to This year’s theme for please do not hesitate school officially became say how excited I am to the book is “Moving to email me at jessie- known as Northwestern be able to help preserve Forward.” The book will [email protected]. We State University on June NSU’s history. For over feature modern designs are always looking to 18, 1970, by a legislative 100 years, NSU has had and stories highlighting improve. signing from Gov. John J. the privilege of produc- the changes being made Don’t forget to get McKeithen. ing some award-winning on campus and in our your yearbook picture Before the school yearbooks. community over the taken on Aug. 24, 25 and was named “North- One of my goals for this next year. 26 in the student union western,” there was a yearbook is to highlight As NSU continues to from 8 a.m.- 3 p.m. each fire where the original the changes that NSU is leap forward, I’d like to day! Fork em’ Demons! school stood. Everything burned down except for three white columns. Hey Demons! My become a student disc participate in various Those columns, now name is Katelon jockey (DJ). giveaways throughout refurbished, still stand Ramos. I am a Daily newscasts will the semester. Who senior communications begin on Monday, Aug. knows? There may be a on what the university major with a passion for 31, and will be held chance to win a pair of calls “Normal Hill,” and student media, which is Monday-Thursday from Voodoo Fest tickets this they remain a distinctive why I am super excited 4:30-5 p.m. semester! symbol of the school to to serve as your 2015- Students can look I am so thrilled to be a this day, representing 2016 general manager forward to several part of such an awe- tradition, heritage and at KNWD 97.1 FM cam- music-filled events on some organization at permanence. pus radio station. campus, in collaboration an even more awesome The gate to “North- The music and pro- with many different university. If you ever western State College” gramming departments campus organizations. have suggestions, com- can also be found on are working hard to Some events include ments, questions or con- campus near the Alumni make sure that the the KNWD Concert for cerns, please feel free Building outside of the station is playing what a Cause on Sept. 18, to stop by my office in the students want to Attack of the Jack-O- Room 109 of Kyser Hall. main entrance. There is hear. If you’re looking to Lanterns on Oct. 14 Make sure to tune in to a bench under the gate have a hand in what is and Caddo Fest on Nov. hear what’s happening for students to sit, touch played on KNWD, fill out 20. The students will on KNWD. and witness a piece of the survey or apply to also have a chance to Thanks and Fork ‘Em! history. page 10 monday 8.24.2015 Two minutes in, Lady Demons dominate opener Benjamin Wellman Caserma opened the scoring curling the ball to the lower Sports Writer as early as the second minute. left corner and past the LSUA A good sequence by the Lady goalkeeper to send the Lady After winning three of Demons led to a lob cross Demons into halftime with a their final four games by midfielder Shelby Drope, 4-0 lead. last season, the Lady and Caserma was there for Despite a dominant first half, Demon soccer team picked up the looping finish to give the the Lady Demons could not hold right where they left off as they Lady Demons a lead they on to the shutout in the second. dominated the visiting LSUA never relinquished. In the 64th minute, LSUA attacker Generals, defeating them 4-1 to Eleven minutes later, Linae Harada was able to get the get off to a winning start for the sophomore attacker Cache ball past sophomore goalkeeper 2015 season. Haley doubled the Lady Demons Alex Latham to break the shutout The Lady Demon side that advantage. A shot by senior for the home side. showed up tonight was a good attacker Cassandra Briscoe Fourth-year head coach George mix of veterans and newcomers, was parried away by the LSUA van Linder was pleased with his and the chemistry between goalkeeper, and Haley was right team’s performance, and he’s players showed in the victory. there to tap home the rebound. looking forward to the 5-game Among the newcomers were Phillip’s debut goal came in a road swing the Lady Demons will freshmen forwards Brittany very similar fashion to Haley’s. be faced with next, beginning Caserma and Kayleigh Phillips, Last season’s leading scorer, with a trip to Texas A&M. both of whom scored in their sophomore Esdeina Gonzalez, “Every time you play those kind debuts, with Phillips also getting collected a pass down the side of teams, you better be stronger an assist. and drilled in a shot, which the defensively, and you’ve got to get “As a freshman, everyone comes LSUA goalkeeper parried away used to the speed and be able to in not knowing what to expect,” again, but she couldn’t stop play fast,” Van Linder said. “They Phillips said. “We had preseason, the rebound shot, this time are certainly going to test us in and it was pretty long, and you from Phillips. those areas.” just strive to even step on the The Lady Demons capped The Lady Demons will play five field as a freshman. But coming their scoring in the 36th minute. games on the road over a span of Lady Demon soccer team lightly practices in and our team being successful Phillips passed the ball off to two weeks before returning home among themselves before home opener and getting a goal and an assist junior midfielder Camilla Ardilla, on Sept. 8, when they welcome against LSU-A. Photo by Hannah Richardson was honestly a true blessing.” and Ardilla made no mistake, the Alcorn Lady Braves. Volleyball team eagerly awaits season Brian Cook Composed of seven returning letter wearers and Sports Editor six freshmen, the Lady Demons officially started practicing two weeks ago as they quickly got use to With two amazing seasons behind them, the Coach Kiracofe’s new themes. Lady Demon Volleyball team, alongside “We were eager to get back,” said senior outside their new head coach Sean Kiracofe, hitter Caiti O’Connell. “I was eager to see, with the is looking to make another run deeper into the new coaching staff, all the stuff we’re going to run, NCAA Tournament. all the new defense. I was just eager to learn all that. NSU is set to finish fifth by Southland coaches We got a lot of game-type stuff in, which was good. and sixth by the conference’s sports information We were able to see how what we worked on before directors in the Southland Conference Preseason worked in the newer system.” Polls. The Lady Demons landed three players – With confidence, the Lady Demons were excited Glynna Johnson, Bailey Martin and Caiti O’Connell about getting back on the court and ready to get – to the preseason All-Southland Conference another shot at the NCAA Tournament after falling second team. one game short to a bid last November. “I’m very proud of Glynna Johnson, Bailey Martin “I’m probably more excited about this season than any season before,” senior middle blocker and Caiti O’Connell,” first-year head coach Sean Glynna Johnson said. “We’re all ready for the season Kiracofe said. “I believe that they are very deserving to get started. I’m pretty confident about this of this preseason recognition. They have proven season because of the people I worked with in the that they belong in this company with last season’s offseason, getting faster with Coach Coachman and accomplishments and the significant role they the coaches coming in like Sean working with the each played in winning Northwestern State’s first middle blockers.” volleyball championship. We are lucky to have these Their season begins Aug. 28, when NSU faces Second team, All-Southland Conference Libero three veterans to mentor our newcomers to make Tennessee State in the first day of the Magnolia Bailey Martin practices her serve during sure our program continues to grow and improve.” Invitational at Ole Miss. preseason workouts. Photo by Kevin Shannahon page 11

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