Nicholls News
Nicholls to implement phased reopening
Nicholls State University plans to implement a phased reopening beginning with business operations on Tuesday, Sept. 14. Students may return to residence halls beginning on Saturday, […]
Nicholls State University Foundation establishes relief fund
In a press release today, the Nicholls State University Foundation announced teh creation of an emergency fund to assist students. They are currently seeking donations, perhaps […]
‘I told my students…I’m coming back’: An Immunocompromised Nicholls Professor’s Determination to Return to Campus amid a Pandemic
Nicki Boudreaux is a Mass Communication Professor at Nicholls State University. She thrives when she’s working with students and being involved on campus. “I’m a people […]
COVID-19 Vaccination Required for Nicholls Students following FDA’s Approval of Pfizer
Dr. Jay Clune, Nicholls State University President, announced that with the FDA’s approval of the Pfizer vaccine, COVID-19 vaccination is now on the schedule of required […]
ISTE Awards Nicholls Professor for Excellence in Teacher Education
The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) has recognized Nicholls State University’s Dr. Cynthia Vavasseur for her achievements in educational technology. The nonprofit honored the […]
Nicholls encourages students to get vaccinated for a #ShotatNormal, offers chance to win prizes
Nicholls State University Shot at Normal campaign begins on August 20 and gives students the chance to win big prizes for getting the COVID-19 vaccine. Beginning […]
NOAA, Sea Grant Select Nicholls Alum for Prestigious D.C. Fellowship
Nicholls State Alum Spring Gaines (BS ‘08) is one of 74 finalists for the 2022 Sea Grant John A. Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship program. Gaines will […]National Guard Offering Free COVID Vaccines Daily at Nicholls
Nicholls State University, the Louisiana Department of Health and the Louisiana National Guard are offering free vaccines on campus for the Bayou Region. Officers of the […]
United Way for South Louisiana Officially Kicks off Annual Campaign at Nicholls
United Way for South Louisiana officially kicked off their annual campaign on August 12 on the Nicholls State University campus with an intimate proclamation celebration. Dr. […]
Office of Community Development Awards Nicholls $3.5 Million to Create Bayou Region Incubator
The Office of Community Development has announced a $3.5 million grant to establish a Bayou Region Incubator at Nicholls State University. The incubator will allow access […]
Nicholls Mass Communication Department Head to Serve on AEJMC Committee
Nicholls Mass Communication department head Dr. James Stewart will serve on the executive committee of the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (AEJMC). The […]Nicholls postpones Colonel Caravan, Colonel Fan Day & HUDDLE UP! 5k Run/Walk
Nicholls State University has announced the postponement of 2021 Colonel Caravan, Colonel Fan Day and the 4th Annual HUDDLE UP! on the 50 – 5K Run/Walk […]
Nicholls 2021 indoor volleyball schedule announced
The Nicholls State University women’s volleyball program finalized its fall 2021 schedule Thursday afternoon. The Colonels kick off the campaign with the program’s signature home tournament […]
Billings welcomed as assistant coach for Nicholls Track and Field, Cross Country teams
Tuesday afternoon, Nicholls State University head track & field/cross country coach Stefanie Slekis announced Austin Billings as the new assistant coach for the program pending approval […]Nicholls to require masks indoors beginning Monday
Nicholls State University will require masks indoors beginning Monday, and urge anyone who can receive the vaccine to do so now. Nicholls released the following statement […]
Nicholls to Use NCAA Grant to Help Establish Academic Center for Student-Athletes
The NCAA will give Nicholls State University $100,000 to augment student-athlete academic advancement as part of its Accelerating Academic Success Program. As part of the […]Nicholls Track & Field announces 2021 signing class
Nicholls State University Track & Field recently announced a nine-member 2021 signing class for the upcoming year of competition, signing four on the men’s team and […]
Nicholls Awarded Nearly $500,000 for Coastal Research
Nicholls State University will receive $495,368 from the Restore Act Center of Excellence for Louisiana to help coastal scientists better understand coastal ridges. Researchers will use the […]
Nicholls Nursing Program Named One of the Best Values
According to rankings published by the Nursing Degree Search, Nicholls State University’s Nursing program is one of the best values in the country. Nicholls placed […]
Eleven Colonels named to Preseason All-Southland Team
The Nicholls State University football team had 11 student-athletes named to the 2021 Preseason All-Southland Team. The league office announced its preseason honorees Thursday morning. The […]
Nicholls names new head baseball coach
Nicholls State University has found a new head baseball coach. Mike Silva, a former Louisiana Tech associate head coach, will lead the Colonels, Director of Athletics […]
Nicholls Biology Student Brings Home Two Research Awards
Nicholls State University Biology Grad Student Austin Ortman won two research awards at the Louisiana Chapter of the American Fisheries Society annual meeting. Ortman received first place for his research […]
Nicholls Names Softball Head Coach
Nicholls State University has named Justin Lewis as head softball coach, Director of Athletics Jonathan Terrell announced Thursday. “Following a national search, I strongly believe Coach […]
Nicholls junior baseball player named to second-team All-Louisiana
The Louisiana Sports Writers Association (LSWA) recently announced the 2020-21 Baseball All-Louisiana teams. The organization named Nicholls State University junior Joe Taylor to the second team. […]
“Diversity in Small Business & Access to Capital Workshop” Aims to Provide Tools to Local Small Businesses
The Houma-Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce, Nicholls State University, and Regions Bank are sponsoring the “Diversity in Small Business & Access to Capital Workshop.” The event is […]
Nicholls Sales Program Among the Best in North America
For the second year in a row, a national sales publication has placed Nicholls State University among the best schools in the country. The 2021 Sales Education Foundation Annual […]
Nicholls Chemistry Majors Present Research Findings at National Conference
Nicholls State University chemistry majors, Autumn Adras and Aaron Naquin presented research at a national conference in April. Because of COVID-19 restrictions, the annual American Chemical […]
Manning Passing Academy Returns to Nicholls this July
Next month over 1,000 aspiring high school quarterbacks and receivers will descend upon the Nicholls State University campus for the return of the Manning Passing Academy. This will be […]
Brown Foundation Grant Allows Nicholls to Provide STEM Assessment Training to Local Teachers
Three Nicholls State University professors will provide professional development to local K-12 STEM teachers, thanks to a new $19,900 grant from the Brown Foundation. The funding […]
Two Nicholls football players named Phil Steele All-America
Two Nicholls State University football offensive players were named to the 2020-21 Phil Steele FCS All-America teams. P.J. Burkhalter, an offensive lineman, made the second team, […]
Nicholls Offers New Online Formats for MBA Program Giving Professionals More Flexibility
The Nicholls State University College of Business Administration has announced an addition of online and hybrid Master of Business Administration pathways. The new online degree will […]
“Cyber 101” Free Courses Tackle Cybersecurity Issues
The Institute for Industry-Education Collaboration and Nicholls State University present “Cyber 101” courses to tackle the issue of cybersecurity. There will be three free two-hour courses […]
Rouses Markets Establishes Endowed Culinary Scholarships at Nicholls
The Chef John Folse Culinary Institute at Nicholls State University and Rouses Markets are proud to announce two endowed scholarships to support the future of culinary professionals. Each of the scholarships is […]
4th Annual Colonel 5k announces event, opens registration
The Nicholls Track & Field/Cross Country program announced the 4th Annual Colonel 5k will be an in-person event held on Saturday, June 26th at 7 a.m. […]
Nicholls Announces New Alumni Board and Officers
The Nicholls State University Alumni Federation announced the 2021-2022 Alumni Federation Board of Directors and officers. New board members are Michael J. Beck Jr. (AS ‘10, […]
Nicholls baseball coach resigns
Nicholls State University head baseball coach Seth Thibodeaux has resigned. “I have witnessed firsthand the dedication Seth Thibodeaux has to this program and this university and […]
The Chef John Folse Culinary Institute to rename student lounge in honor of Morgan City Restaurateurs
The Chef John Folse Culinary Institute will rename the student lounge to the Gregory and Brenda Hamer Family/Taco Bell Student Lounge and Research Center in honor […]
Thibodaux Regional CEO Greg Stock Awarded Honorary Doctorate From Nicholls State University
Thibodaux Regional Health System Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Greg Stock received an Honorary Doctor of Commerce from Nicholls State University during its May 15 commencement ceremony. […]
Nicholls Welcomes Living Learning Communities to Campus
Nicholls State University will offer its students the opportunity to enrich their academic and social perspectives with the addition of new residential options that bring together […]
Intelligent.com Ranks Nicholls Health Sciences Degree in Top 50 Online List
Nicholls State University made an online resource’s best online bachelor’s in health sciences. Intelligent.com ranked Nicholls No. 44 nationally and listed the pre-professional focus as a […]
Nicholls Biology Student Receives Prestigious National Scholarship
Ethan Naquin is the first Barry Goldwater Scholar in Nicholls State University history. The Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation Board of Trustees awards scholarships every year to […]
Nicholls Hires Student Affairs Veteran as Dean of Students
Nicholls State University is hiring a student affairs veteran as its next Dean of Students. Dr. Janice Lyn will bring three decades of higher education experience […]
Study.com Gives High Praise to Nicholls Online Sociology Degree
Study.com has named Nicholls State University’s online sociology degree program as one of the best in the country. Nicholls program placed No. 18 on the national […]
Nicholls Names Dean of the Liberal Arts
Nicholls State University is pleased to announce veteran educator Jean Donegan (BA ‘73) as the dean of the College of Liberal Arts. Donegan has over 25 […]
Nicholls Honors Alumni, Community with 2021 Awards for Excellence
The Nicholls Alumni Federation honored the achievements of Nicholls alumni and the community during the annual Awards for Excellence ceremony held on March 28. “These men […]
10 Colonels named to All-Southland Team
Ten Nicholls State University football players were named to this year’s All-Southland team, with six on the first team, two on the second and two on […]
Alpha Psi Lambda National, Inc. Announces Nicholls State University Expansion
Alpha Psi Lambda National, Inc. announced its newest entity, the Nicholls State University Affiliate Chapter, founded in Thibodaux, on April 16, 2021. The Affiliate Chapter is […]
Nicholls Online English Degree named Top 15 Nationally
College Cliffs named Nicholls State University’s online English degree as one of the 15 best undergraduate English and writing programs in the country. The website released the list of 15 […]
Nicholls Barn Lives on as Table in New Coffee Shop
Nicholls State University students will continue to enjoy a piece of university history thanks to local artist Will Branch. Branch was among the team to help […]Nicholls Biology Students Take Home Awards from Louisiana Academy of Sciences Meeting
The Louisiana Academy of Sciences recognized multiple Nicholls State University students and faculty during their 95th annual meeting. The conference was held virtually for the first […]
