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Nicholls enrollment stats point to continued growth

Thursday, February 11th, 2010

THIBODAUX – Nicholls State University’s total enrollment has increased steadily over the past four years – an encouraging sign, administrators say, especially given the institution’s record number of graduates this past fall. (more…)

Executive business program at Nicholls expands as demand grows

Wednesday, February 10th, 2010

THIBODAUX – The Executive Master of Business Administration program at Nicholls State University is making a significant impact on the south Louisiana business community. Increasing popularity has resulted in capacity classes for the first time, and area businesses that referred employees to the program in the past are now referring more. (more…)

Nicholls invites adults to enroll in non-credit courses

Wednesday, February 10th, 2010

THIBODAUX – The Office of Continuing Education at Nicholls State University will offer a variety of non-credit courses during spring 2010. Featured areas of instruction include computers; finance; test preparation and certification programs; and special interest courses. (more…)

2nd annual Swamp Stomp festival to feature regional bands, promote Cajun culture

Tuesday, February 9th, 2010

THIBODAUX – The entire region is invited to the second annual Louisiana Swamp Stomp Festival – a musical celebration of south Louisiana culture slated for Friday, March 12, through Sunday, March 14, at Nicholls State University. (more…)

Breaux receives Dunbar Award

Monday, February 8th, 2010

THIBODAUX – Patricia Breaux, procurement manager 1 at Nicholls State University, was recognized at the 51st annual Dunbar Awards luncheon on Friday, Jan. 29, at the Doubletree Hotel in New Orleans. An 18-year employee of Nicholls, Breaux was designated an Honorable Mention awardee. (more…)

Retirement resources directory available at Nicholls

Thursday, February 4th, 2010

THIBODAUX – Find information and referrals on community services; social services; health care providers; financial assistance; disability services; volunteer opportunities; church listings and more in the 2010 edition of the Retirement Directory of Community Resources – a 91-page desk reference provided by the Golden Learning Opportunities program at Nicholls State University. (more…)

Scholars’ banquets attract more than 240 to Nicholls

Thursday, February 4th, 2010

More than 240 high school seniors attended one of three scholars’ banquets last week in the Cotillion Ballroom of the Bollinger Memorial Student Union at Nicholls State University. (more…)

Nicholls celebrates Black History Month

Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010

THIBODAUX – Nicholls State University will observe Black History Month with a variety of programs and services, all designed to celebrate the African American experience: (more…)

Nicholls submits federal plan

Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010

Louisiana state Rep. Karen St. Germaine of District 60 joined a contingent of Nicholls State University faculty and staff members in Washington, D.C., recently to deliver the university’s strategic plan for possible federal funding to U.S. Sen. David Vitter, U.S. Sen. Mary Landrieu, U.S. Rep. Charlie Melancon and U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander. (more…)

Nicholls to celebrate Boy Scouts centennial

Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010

THIBODAUX – Nicholls State University will observe the 100th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America on Monday, Feb. 8, with a multi-part ceremony. The public is invited to attend. (more…)