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The McNeese State University W.A. and Dorothy Hanna Department of Performing Arts will host a free vocal recital featuring McNeese alumnus Fred C. VanNess Jr. at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16, in Tritico Theatre. VanNess, a tenor noted for his domineering voice, is a native of Kinder. He received his Bachelor of Music degree in…
Read MoreCops and Jocks has donated $18,000 to the McNeese State University Foundation – $15,000 for the Don Dixon and Alan Heisser Academic Scholarship #6 and $3,000 for women’s golf – from its recent golf tournament held at L’Auberge Casino Resort. On hand for the presentation are from left: Richard H. Reid, vice president for university…
Read MoreThe McNeese State University W.A. and Dorothy Hanna Department of Performing Arts will present a Season Celebration Concert at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 15, in Burton Coliseum. Featured on the program will be the Pride of McNeese Marching Band, percussion ensembles and the Jazz Band. This free concert will be conducted by Dr. Jay N.…
Read MoreThe South Louisiana Intercollegiate Nursing Research Day will be held from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 14, in the SEED Center at McNeese State University. This event is hosted by the Kappa Psi chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International in partnership with McNeese’s College of Nursing and Health Professions. Nursing education, primary care and…
Read MoreDrs. Dorothy and Kenneth Robbins will present a lecture titled “Christmas Stories From Louisiana” at 3 p.m. Monday, Nov. 13, in the McNeese SEED Center as part of the 2017 Fall Sage Series at McNeese State University. Their lecture is based on their edited book of holiday stories with the same name that features a…
Read MoreBill and Sue Shearman have donated a Baldwin Baby Grand piano to the McNeese State University W.A. and Dorothy Hanna Department of Performing Arts through the McNeese Foundation. On hand for the presentation are, seated, Dr. Lina Morita, associate professor of music/piano, and standing from left, Layton Bergstedt, vocal and piano performance junior, Julianne Marler, piano…
Read MoreThe McNeese State University W.A. and Dorothy Hanna Department of Performing Arts will present the McNeese Choirs and Ensembles in a free concert at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 10, in Tritico Theatre located in the Shearman Fine Arts Annex. Choirs and ensembles are under the direction of Dr. Darryl Jones, director of choral activities. McNeese…
Read MoreA seminar titled “Starting and Financing Your Business Idea: Using Sasol’s Small Business Resource Guide” will be offered from 3-5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 9, on the second floor of the SEED Center at McNeese State University. The seminar is presented by the Louisiana Small Business Development Center at McNeese. Cost is $10. To register or…
Read MoreThe Ducks Unlimited chapter at McNeese State University will be hosting its second annual Sportman’s Night Out from 6-9 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 8, in the Chalkley Room at Burton Coliseum. This event will feature raffles and dinner. Tickets are $25 for McNeese students and $40 for general admission. For more information, contact Seth Cox at…
Read MoreThe McNeese State University Alumni Association will present its 2017 Distinguished Alumnus of the Year awards during halftime ceremonies at the Cowboys vs. the Southeastern Lions football game Saturday, Nov. 4. The three McNeese alumni who have been named recipients are: Butch Alsandor, an award-winning sportscaster who has covered sports in Houston, Texas, for more…
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