Nicholls News
Nicholls Only Louisiana University Ranked for Students on Autism Spectrum
Great Value Colleges has named Nicholls State University one of the top programs for students on the autism spectrum. Nicholls is the only Louisiana university on […]
Nicholls men’s basketball earns fifth-straight SLC win
The Nicholls State University men’s basketball team earned its fifth-straight Southland Conference (SLC) victory yesterday evening, defeating the Houston Baptist University 92-83 at Sharp Gym. Leading […]
Nicholls Online Sociology Program Named Top 7 in Nation
Learn.org ranked Nicholls State University No. 7 nationwide for its online sociology program. Nicholls is the only Louisiana university on the list. The online resource ranked […]
Nicholls Art Gallery to Open 2021 With Mechanical Ceramics Exhibition
Artist Kenneth Baskin will explore harmony in machines in an exhibit at the Art Gallery at Nicholls State University. The gallery will showcase “Mechanical Machinations” from Jan. 19 […]
Nicholls men’s basketball team secures 76-66 victory against Northwestern State
The Nicholls State University men’s basketball team won their third consecutive Southland Conference (SLC) game yesterday evening, defeating Northwestern State 76-66 at Prather Coliseum in Natchitoches. […]
Nicholls women’s basketball defeats rival Northwestern State 68-38
The Nicholls State University women’s basketball team defeated rival Northwestern State 68-38 last night in Stopher Gymnasium. The 38 points allowed tied for the fifth-fewest in […]
Nicholls women’s basketball to host rival Northwestern State
The Nicholls State University women’s basketball team is set to host rival Northwestern State at 6 p.m. on Wednesday in Stopher Gymnasium. The Colonels have won […]
Danos Family Foundation Supports Renovation of Talbot Hall, Theater Signage
The Danos Family Foundation will help Nicholls State University renovate Talbot Hall and provide signage for the Mary and Al Danos Theater. As part of the […]
Colonel Baseball Season Tickets now Available
Season tickets are now available via Nicholls Tickets Central for the upcoming Nicholls State University baseball season. The Colonels are currently set to host 33 games, […]
Nicholls women’s basketball wins Southland Conference opener
The Nicholls State University women’s basketball team won its Southland Conference opener, defeating Sam Houston State 89-82 on Saturday. Sam Houston, who trailed for most of […]
Nicholls sophomore scores career-high in loss to Alabama A&M
Nicholls State University sophomore Chelsea Cain scored a career-high 26 points in the women’s basketball team’s 67-61 loss to Alabama A&M Wednesday afternoon. The Colonels trailed […]
Nicholls men’s basketball falls to LSU 86-80
The Colonels gave a valiant effort Saturday afternoon in Baton Rouge but lost to the LSU Tigers 86-80. Nicholls hung around throughout the contest and came […]
Nicholls to take on LSU in men’s basketball
The Nicholls State University men’s basketball program (2-3) will take on LSU (4-1) this afternoon in Baton Rouge. This is the Colonels’ first game in two […]
Nicholls Athletics introduces Locker Naming Project
With the Boucvalt Family Athletic Complex set to open in the near future, Nicholls State University athletics has announced a Locker Naming Project which will give […]
Drive-Through Christmas Display part of First Annual Nicholls WinterFest
Throughout the month of December, Nicholls State University is offering a free drive-through holiday light and decoration display on campus as part of its inaugural WinterFest. […]
Eight players from Louisiana join Nicholls Football in early signing period
On Wednesday, for the first National Signing Day of the Class of 2021, head coach Tim Rebowe announced eight new Colonels — and they are all […]
Brocato Family First to Donate to new Nicholls Athletics Campaign
Sal and Lisa Brocato are the first to donate to the new Nicholls Athletics campaign to name spaces within the Boucvalt Family Athletic Complex. As a […]
Nicholls Partners with Michigan State University on Garfish Research
The National Science Foundation has awarded a trio of researchers, including two Nicholls State University professors, $1.6 million to study how the spotted gar can improve […]
Nicholls Awarded DRA Grant, Will Create Cybersecurity Training Program
The Delta Regional Authority (DRA) has awarded Nicholls State University $150,000 to establish a cybersecurity and cyber-defense training program. Using on-campus knowledge, local nonprofits and economic […]
Nicholls College of Business Administration Bachelor’s Ranked in Top 35
Nicholls State University made CollegeRank.net’s top 35 for best bachelor’s in business administration. The College of Business Administration was No. 13 and was one of two […]
Nicholls names student affairs veteran vice president
Nicholls State University is naming Dr. Michele Caruso vice president for student affairs, pending approval by the University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors. Dr. Caruso […]
Nicholls women’s basketball wins home opener
The Nicholls State University women’s basketball team (1-1) breezed through an 81-53 win over the Lady Rams Wednesday night in Stopher Gymnasium for their home opener. […]Nicholls Veterans to hold virtual Veterans Day ceremony
Nicholls State University Veterans will hold a virtual Veterans Day ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 11 at 1 p.m. A panel consisting of Gilberto Burbante, Brenner Ledet, […]Nicholls to combine both sessions of Commencement Ceremony due to rain
Nicholls State University will combine both planned sessions of the 106th Commencement Ceremony into one on Saturday, Nov. 7th to avoid possible rain. Graduates from the […]Law Enforcement Veteran, Nicholls Alum to Speak at Nicholls Commencements
Nicholls State University alumni and law enforcement veteran Maj. Renee Brinkley (BGS ‘03) will be the keynote speaker at the 106th and 107th commencement ceremonies held […]
Nicholls AD asks ticket holders to consider donating refunds to athletic fund as COVID-19 causes financial stress on programs
Dear Nicholls Nation, Despite the devastating impact of the COVID-19 virus on collegiate communities around the United States, the Nicholls State University Athletics Department and our […]
Nicholls ranked top 20 in U.S. for LPN to BSN program
Nicholls State University earned top 20 status for its Licensed Practical Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. RNtoBSNProgram.com ranked Nicholls No. 20 in a […]
“The Art of the Lockdown”: Nicholls presents new art gallery of pandemic projects
More than 20 Nicholls Art students are showing off the work they did at home during the pandemic in an exhibit now on display. “The […]
Nicholls will play football in Spring 2021; Southland Conference releases schedule
The Southland Conference announced plans Tuesday to resume football championship competition in the spring semester, an unprecedented move in the 58-year history of the league, following […]Nicholls announces members of Task Force for Streets and Buildings Renaming Initiative
Nicholls State University began taking the steps over the summer to rename certain streets and two buildings on their campus. Today, they have announced the creation […]
Shaver Family Donates to Shaver Gym Renovations
The family of Richard Shaver has donated $15,000 to renovate the building bearing his name. John Shaver, Richard’s nephew; his wife, Palma (BA, ‘80; MEd, […]
Nicholls named Top Public Regional University in Louisiana for Third Straight Year by U.S. News & World Report
U.S. News & World Report has named Nicholls State University as the top public regional university in Louisiana for the third year in a row. U.S. […]Nicholls moves classes online to Virtual Campus through Wednesday
From Nicholls State University Jerad David, Director of University Communications: Due to the threat of inclement weather from Tropical Storm Sally, we are moving classes online […]
What does the Quarantine process look like for a Nicholls student living on-campus?
“We must stay vigilant in our efforts to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus. Staying socially safe doesn’t just protect you. It protects other students, faculty […]
Nicholls reports second COVID-19 cluster, stemming from Labor Day gathering
In an email sent to students, faculty and staff this evening, Nicholls State University President Jay Clune shared another group of students has been quarantined after […]
Free COVID-19 testing provided at Nicholls this week
The Louisiana National Guard is providing free COVID-19 tests in front of Bollinger Memorial Student Union this week for anyone who wishes to be tested. Testing […]
Nicholls Basketball Alum Leaves Legacy Gift for Men’s, Women’s Programs
The Nicholls State University Foundation is proud to announce the establishment of the Harlan and Nancy Oelklaus Men’s and Women’s Basketball Endowment. The Oekllaus’ legacy gift […]Nicholls Fall Enrollment the Highest Since 2011
Record retention rates and an increase in online students have pushed Nicholls State University’s Fall enrollment to its highest total in almost a decade. Nicholls enrolled […]
Louisiana National Guard to Provide Free, Public COVID-19 Testing at Nicholls
The Louisiana National Guard will provide free COVID-19 tests at Nicholls State University beginning Friday, Sep. 4. Tests will be open to the public and administered […]
Nicholls Receives Grant for Pantry Programs
The Bayou Community Foundation has awarded an $8,000 grant to Nicholls State University to benefit its food insecurity programs. The money will help support Mom’s Pantry, […]
Nicholls Athletics hosting Hurricane Laura supply drive
From Nicholls State University Athletics: Nicholls Athletics will be hosting a Hurricane Laura supply drive in an effort to help the McNeese faculty, staff, students and […]Nicholls reports possible Covid-19 cluster among students
In Nicholls State University’s commitment to be transparent in reporting COVID-19 data, the university is reporting a possible cluster in our campus community. We were recently […]
60 Seconds with the Colonels – “Prep Day” for the Chef John Folse Culinary Institute students
“It is prep day for the students in Bistro Ruth! Check out the third episode of our web series that takes you behind the scenes of […]
Looking ahead: Nicholls soccer program to focus on team chemistry in coming months
With the Southland Conference’s decision to postpone fall semester sports this year in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, teams at Nicholls State University are remaining […]
Looking ahead: Nicholls cross country program ready to run this spring
With the Southland Conference’s decision to postpone fall semester sports this year in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, teams at Nicholls State University are remaining […]Nicholls Cancels Classes and Closes Campus For the Next Week
Nicholls State University is canceling classes for the entire week due to the approach of potential Hurricanes Laura and Marco, and closing the university for faculty […]
Looking ahead: Nicholls volleyball team ready to ‘fight’ when season resumes
With the Southland Conference’s decision to postpone fall semester sports this year in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, teams at Nicholls State University are remaining […]60 Seconds with the Colonels – Welcome Back from Nicholls and the City of Thibodaux
A message from Thibodaux Regional:
Nicholls announces $1.2 million gift from local businessman, philanthropist Arlen “Benny” Cenac, Jr.
Nicholls State University is excited to announce a $1.2 million gift from local businessman and philanthropist Arlen “Benny” Cenac, Jr. Of that, $500,000 will be used […]60 Seconds with the Colonels – The Pride of Nicholls performs “Do Whatcha Wanna”
A message from Thibodaux Regional:
