From the Nicholls State University Office of Media Relations: Nicholls State University and the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office recently celebrated the inaugural closing ceremony of a unique, transformative learning experience that puts university students in a new classroom setting with incarcerated

The Manning Passing Academy has been canceled.   In a letter posted on the camp's website Archie Manning writes, “In response to the COVID-19 crisis, current Louisiana policy states that no sleepover camps will be allowed until further notice. Additionally, all recreational

A walk-of hit by the Colonels to completed an epic comeback against Southeastern in the 2018 Southland Conference Baseball Tournament.

If social distancing restrictions continue to be lifted, Nicholls State University could potentially have its next athletics director by mid-to-late June.    In January, Nicholls announced that Athletics Director Matt Roan would be leaving his position after three years with the Colonels

The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Nicholls State University and Chevron partnered to create a virtual pitch competition to help with COVID-19 recovery in Lafourche, St. Mary, Assumption and Terrebonne parishes. As part of the competition, each small business

It’s no secret that the effects of COVID-19 have drastically changed the way spring and summer football look for teams across the country.   For Nicholls State University Head Coach Tim Rebowe and the Colonels, though, such setbacks haven’t stopped the back-to-back

Earlier this week, Nicholls State University head men's basketball coach Austin Claunch made the list for ESPN's 40 Under 40 for collegiate men's basketball coaches, which he ranked No, 24 in. To celebrate, watch these electrifying slams by the Colonels this

Nicholls State University invites you to join Gov. John Bel Edwards, Lafourche Parish President Archie Chaisson and a host of other state and local officials in congratulating the 106th graduating class during a virtual conferral ceremony on May 16.   The ceremony

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For the class of 2020 at Nicholls State University, there will be no packed gathering in Stopher Gymnasium, no conferring of diplomas and no chance to cross the graduation stage this spring in front of teary-eyed parents, professors and friends

Nicholls State University’s 2020 Give-N-Day fundraiser set several new benchmarks in the event's third year.   This year’s event raised $98,130 from 909 donors to 98 organizations. Donations came from 29 states, representing every region of the United States, including Alaska, California,

View a this special message to Nicholls State University students for this week's 60 Seconds with the Colonels, presented by Thibodaux Regional Health System:   A message from Thibodaux Regional:

Nicholls State University President Dr. Jay Clune sent an email to students, facility and staff last night outlining their phased plan to return to campus safely. He also set the date for virtual degree-conferral ceremonies.     His full letter can be read

The Small Business Development Center at Nicholls State University will host a Virtual Pitch Competition next month to help Bayou Region businesses recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. The SBDC has partnered with Chevron and the Nicholls College of Business Administration to

Nicholls State University head women's soccer coach Danny Free completed his 2020 recruiting class on Friday. Eighteen women will join the Colonels next fall. Three are from the Terrebonne/Lafourche area: Koryn Barrett, Houma Christian School; Gabrielle Champagne, Terrebonne High School;

After being eliminated by McNeese in the championship the previous two years, the Nicholls State University softball team was able to avenge the losses with a 10-4 victory last year at Lady Demon Diamond, which put the Colonels into the

In an email last night, Nicholls State University President Jay Clune announced the school's plan to start a return to campus beginning on May 4. "We have circled May 4 as the date to have extraordinary health and safety measures in

Nicholls State University’s Ameen Art Gallery is still showcasing the work of local artists. State restrictions have closed the physical gallery but curators are proud to present its first fully online exhibition, “Elements of the South.” Senior Haley-Lynn Linden's black and white

Use the code STAYHOME to apply for free here.    A message from Thibodaux Regional Health System:  

Louisiana House Rep. Reggie Bagala’s family has raised more than $10,000 to create a nursing scholarship at Nicholls State University. His son, Tristan Bagala, raised the money to provide a memorial scholarship for a Nicholls nursing student from Lafourche Parish or

The Nicholls State University Alumni Federation is pleased to announce the 2020-2021 Alumni Federation Board of Directors and officers. Sheri Haydel Eschete (BS ‘84) has been elected as president-elect, David Heltz (BS ‘84) as vice president, Kevin George (BGS ‘96, BS

Highlights of the Colonels beating North Dakota 24-6 in the FCS Playoffs.

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For this week's 60 Seconds with the Colonels, check out the cheerleaders' halftime performance during the men's basketball team's game against McNeese!  

On Saturday, February 29 the Nicholls State University women's basketball team showed up down the stretch with some scores in the final seconds of the game to beat University of New Orleans 70-68 in a thriller at Stopher Gym. The Colonels also clinched a

With the 13-game home opening stretch concluded, the Colonels turn their attention to the team's first league series of the season, taking a short trip east Friday, Mar. 6 through Sunday, Mar. 8 for a three-game set at New Orleans.   The

  On Wednesday, Feb. 19 the Colonels went on a 24-4 run to close out the game and defeat Northwestern State 73-69. The win guarantees Nicholls a Southland Conference Tournament spot.

The Colonels are gearing up to take on No. 11 LSU Tigers in a sold out game this evening.   First pitch is set for 6 p.m. at Ray E. Didier Field.   According to GeauxColonels.com, in last season's edition of the same contest,

This is opening week for the Nicholls baseball team's 2020 season. To celebrate, let's look back at a walk-of hit by the Colonels to complete an epic comeback against Southeastern in the 2018 Southland Conference Baseball Tournament.    

Congratulations to Omo Oboh, a sophomore at Nicholls State University, on being named the Southland Conference Women's Athlete of the Week. This award was a first for the program this season and for head coach Stefanie Slekis. "Omo is off to a

Nicholls State University football safety Khristian Mims and running back Dontrell Taylor were named to the 2019 Southland All-Academic Team.   Both seniors, Mims made his first appearance on the academic squad while Taylor received the honor for the third time.   Southland Conference All-Academic

It was a tough loss for Nicholls as they fell to Lamar University 84-78 at home on Wednesday, January 8.   Check out these exciting plays by Colonels during the game

Lindsey McKaskle, executive associate athletics director for internal affairs, has been named interim Director of Athletics at Nicholls State University. McKaskle replaces Matt Roan, who has been named the vice president and director of athletics at Eastern Kentucky University. Roan will

Matt Roan, Director of Athletics at Nicholls State University, has accepted a position as Vice President and Director of Athletics at Eastern Kentucky University. Roan will remain at Nicholls through January and begin his new position in early February. In an email

Nicholls Football released their 2020 schedule on Monday. Here’s what the Colonels have to look forward to: Sept. 5  Mississippi Valley State University Delta Devils John L. Guidry Stadium, Thibodaux, LA Sept. 12  at Northwestern State Demons Harry Turpin Stadium, Natchitoches, LA 7:00pm ET Sept. 19 Sam Houston State

Vandebilt Catholic High School graduate Nora Keehn is going out with a bang.In her final Gulf South Conference home start, Keehn, a University of West Alabama senior pitcher, struck out 11 batters in a win over Mississippi College. In the