Monthly Archives: July 2009
Nicholls submits balanced budget to Board of Supervisors
THIBODAUX – Nicholls State University submitted a balanced budget to the University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors today, accounting for last month’s elimination of 11 academic programs and concentrations as well as 76 faculty and staff positions – 27 of which were already vacant. By policy, 14 of these positions will remain in effect [...]
‘Col. Tillou’ returns to Nicholls
THIBODAUX — After five years with a faceless Colonel, Nicholls State University is introducing a new, updated Colonel mascot. In concert with the start of the Fall 2009 semester, new athletics logos featuring Col. Tillou will be unveiled at Thibodaux retailers as early as Saturday, Aug. 1.
Nicholls benefits from Microsoft alliance
THIBODAUX – A partnership between Nicholls State University and the Microsoft Corporation has resulted in new software, technical support and training materials for the College of Business Administration. The donations total more than $1.1 million in value, according to Microsoft.
Stadium lights at Nicholls to be ‘burned in’
THIBODAUX – As new lights are installed at Nicholls State University’s John L. Guidry Stadium, university administrators are informing area residents, university personnel and students that they should expect temporary inconveniences.
Nicholls to host football passing demo with Mannings
THIBODAUX – Members of the legendary Manning family will “Air it Out” Saturday, July 11, at Nicholls State University in a skills demonstration featuring Super Bowl MVPs Peyton and Eli Manning – as well as other NFL and college quarterbacks.
Swanner family continues support of Nicholls students
THIBODAUX – Qualified students at Nicholls State University stand to benefit again this year, thanks to the family of the late Norman Swanner – Thibodaux city councilman, businessman and Nicholls enthusiast.