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Fred VanNess

McNeese Hosts Guest Recital

November 10, 2017

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…

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Richard Reid and Coach Mike Fluty of McNeese receives check from Alan Heisser of Cops and Jocks

McNeese Receives Donation from Cops and Jocks for Scholarships and Women’s Golf

November 9, 2017

Cops 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…

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Up above view of McNeese band members in an M shape on the football field.

McNeese Season Celebration Concert Set

November 9, 2017

The 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.…

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McNeese Hosts South Louisiana Nursing Research Day

November 9, 2017

The 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…

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McNeese Lecture Set

November 9, 2017

Drs. 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…

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Dr. Lina Morita, Layton Bergstedt, Julianne Marler, and Bill Sherman gather around a piano.

McNeese Receives Piano Donation

November 6, 2017

Bill 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…

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Tritico Theatre, McNeese State University

McNeese Choirs and Ensembles Concert Set

November 3, 2017

The 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…

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Front view of SEED Center

McNeese LSBDC hosts seminar

November 3, 2017

A 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…

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McNeese Ducks Unlimited Student Chapter Hosts Event

November 3, 2017

The 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…

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horse and rider statue in front of McNeese plaza.

2017 McNeese Distinguished Alumni Recipients

October 31, 2017

The 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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