NSULA Computer Information Systems
Computer Information Systems at Northwestern State
The Computer Information Systems (CIS)
program at Northwestern State University is nationally
recognized for its excellence in systems analysis and
design, database design and development, Internet
web design and development, and object-oriented
programming. The CIS program has been recognized
as an Area of Excellence by the University of Louisiana
System since 1999 winning 10 national titles in s
12/23/2025
Congratulations to our students who were inducted into Beta Gamma Sigma earlier this semester! Thank you to Dr. Swanstrom for organizing this induction event!
12/23/2025
I am a little late on sharing, but thank you to the City of Natchitoches for attending this presentation. Additionally, thank you to NRMC and the Cybersecurity Education Management Council for partnering with us on this important initiative! Finally, thank you to Dr. Parker for mentoring the students who made the presentation!
11/11/2025
NSU Daemons Cracked the Code at International Programming Contest!
CSC and CIS combined forces to proudly represent NSU at the 2025 International Collegiate Programming Contest (ICPC) North America South Central Regional (including Louisiana, Texas, and Oklahoma) on November 8 at LSU.
Competing against more than 250 teams from the South Central, Mid-Atlantic, and Southeast Regions, the NSU Daemons impressed by solving three complex problems from a set of ten to earn 2nd place in Division II in Louisiana. In a standout achievement, the NSU Daemons were also the first to solve Problem F — one of the contest’s more challenging problems.
Congratulations to our talented programmers for showcasing NSU’s skill and spirit on the international stage!
NSU Daemons
Korbin Richard
Davyn Johnson
Madisyn Rippeon
Coach: Dr. Nicolas Richardson
NSU std;
Shannon Boone
Natalie Sutton
Masen Starks
Coach: Dr. Nicolas Richardson
Cyber Demons
Justin Dysarz
Matthew Carlin
Coach: Dr. Jason Powell
We are so excited to welcome a new dean in January - Dr. W. Scott Wysong IV! Please see https://www.nsula.edu/press-room/wysong-named-dean-of-the-northwestern-state-university-college-of-business-and-technology/. We are looking forward to what a new year brings!
09/19/2025
Mignona Cote continues to represent our NSU alumni well. Congratulations to Mignona on her selection to the 2025 CSO (Chief Security Officer) Hall of Fame. Another well-deserved honor! Please see https://nsudemonsunite.com/news/1305569 for more information.
NSU alumna Mignona Cote earns top professional honor, reflects on long career in information security Aug. 19, 2025 NATCHITOCHES – With more than three decades of experience in information security, risk management, compliance and auditing, Northwestern State University alumna Mignona Cote has been selected for the 2025 CSO (Chief Security Officer) Hall of Fame, an honor that spotlights security l...
NSU students! The Inferno Pitch Competition application deadline is Sunday, September 14th! Submit your idea (https://bit.ly/InfernoPitchFA25)and take your shot at winning up to $3,000! 🚀
The Inferno Pitch Competition at NSU offers cash prizes and invaluable mentorship. Only FIVE more days to apply! Head over to Moodle (https://bit.ly/InfernoPitchFA25)and submit your application TODAY!
🔥 The clock is ticking! NSU students, submit your application for The Inferno Pitch Competition by September 14 (https://bit.ly/InfernoPitchFA25)for a chance to pitch your idea to a panel of judges and win up to $3,000! 🕒
09/03/2025
🔥 Flashback to 2023’s Inferno Pitch Competition champion, Joshua Pierite, founder of Skye Technologies! 🚀 His innovative idea took the top spot, earning him $3,000 and the recognition of our expert panel of judges. Joshua’s journey proves that with the right vision and hard work, anything is possible! 💡 Do you have the next big idea? You could be this year’s winner! Apply for The Inferno Pitch Competition by September 14 (https://bit.ly/InfernoPitchFA25) and turn your dreams into reality. 🌟
🎥🔥 Ready to be inspired? Don't just take our word for it! Check out this video showcasing the excitement of our pitch competitions! 💡✨ From honing your skills and getting expert mentorship to competing for cash prizes, these competitions offer everything you need to bring your business ideas to life! 🚀 Whether you're ready to launch or just brainstorming, this is your chance!
08/27/2025
🔥 Pitch your idea. Build your skills. Win big, just like our 2024 winners! NSU students, don’t miss The Inferno Pitch Competition! Come to the INFO Session table at Russell Hall (9:15-11:15) and the Student Union (11:30-12:30) this Wednesday to meet the EAP team. Submit your application (https://bit.ly/InfernoPitchFA25) by September 14 for a chance to compete for cash prizes. 🚀
08/19/2025
I am excited to announce the opening of our annual business plan competition for NSU. Inferno Pitch 2025 opened on August 18th. This business plan competition offers NSU students invaluable mentoring and skill building with a chance to win money for their ideas. The winning team wins $3000. The deadline to apply is September 14th. For more information, please see the attached flyer.
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