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News at Nicholls

The Office of University Relations prepares and distributes press releases that communicate high-priority messages to media outlets. Our goal is to enhance the visibility and image of Nicholls State University in support of the mission and vision of the university, as outlined in the 2006-2010 strategic plan.

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Nearly half a million in grants awarded to Nicholls faculty

May 8th, 2008
Nearly half a million in grants awarded to Nicholls faculty

THIBODAUX - The University of Louisiana System Board of Regents has awarded $457,524 in contracts for funded projects to faculty at Nicholls State University. (more…)

Nicholls athletes top Southland Conference’s academic progress rates

May 6th, 2008

THIBODAUX - Student athletes at Nicholls State University are distinguishing themselves in the classroom, according to information released today by the National Collegiate Athletic Association on the academic progress rates of nearly 6,272 Division I teams. (more…)

***MEDIA ADVISORY***Gun-related press conference called by Nicholls president

April 28th, 2008

THIBODAUX - All area media are invited to attend a Nicholls State University press conference at 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 29, in the President’s Conference Room of Picciola Hall on the Nicholls campus. (more…)

***MEDIA ADVISORY***Nicholls event to focus on child abuse prevention

April 18th, 2008

THIBODAUX - In commemoration of Child Abuse Prevention Month, 158 pinwheels will be planted in the field adjacent to Ellender Memorial Library at Nicholls State University on Monday, April 21. (more…)

Nicholls taps Johnson as new dean of student life

April 18th, 2008
Nicholls taps Johnson as new dean of student life

THIBODAUX - Dr. Rushton Johnson Jr. of Jackson, Miss., has been named dean of student life and assistant to the vice president of student affairs at Nicholls State University effective July 1, pending approval by the Board of Supervisors of the University of Louisiana System. (more…)

Naquin chosen to spearhead Nicholls marketing strategies

April 17th, 2008
Naquin chosen to spearhead Nicholls marketing strategies

THIBODAUX - Marketing veteran and Nicholls State University alumnus Christy Naquin has been named marketing director of auxiliary services. (more…)

Nicholls Academic Council honors White

April 16th, 2008
Nicholls Academic Council honors White

THIBODAUX - Gerard White, assistant professor of athletic training science and head of the Department of Allied Health Sciences at Nicholls State University, is the Nicholls Academic Council’s April honoree for outstanding service and significant contributions to teaching. (more…)

Nicholls’ Doucet and Ricard to help choose ULS president

April 16th, 2008
Nicholls’ Doucet and Ricard to help choose ULS president

THIBODAUX - A faculty member and student from Nicholls State University will help select the next president of the University of Louisiana System - Nicholls’ governing body. (more…)

Nicholls athletics recertified

April 15th, 2008

THIBODAUX - The National Collegiate Athletic Association has recertified the athletics program at Nicholls State University. (more…)

Nicholls packs summertime with community classes, camps

April 15th, 2008

THIBODAUX - The Office of Continuing Education at Nicholls State University has announced its 2008 summer schedule for youth and adult non-credit classes. Thousands are expected to participate. (more…)