Auxiliary Services | Enrollment Services | Academic Support Services | Student Affairs | Student Services
The University provides a variety of activities, programs, and services to support and complement the academic offerings and to expand the total growth of the student. The various components of the co-curricular program relate to the university’s mission and educational philosophy by contributing to the cultural, intellectual, physical, emotional, and social development of students. The student development philosophy underlying these activities and services focuses on the personal growth and education of the student and is based on the premise that all students have the right to develop to their full potential.
AUXILIARY SERVICES
Auxiliary Services offers a variety of services to students which contribute to an overall positive experience on campus. These include the following:
| SERVICE, LOCATION AND HOURS | LOCATION AND HOURS |
| Nicholls State University Bookstore services are provided by Barnes and Noble College Booksellers. The bookstore provides digital, rental, new and used textbooks. The Colonel Book Bundle is our new all-encompassing, affordable textbook rental program that will provide undergraduate students with all required textbooks, lab manuals, access codes and electronic book versions before the first day of class! The average student is estimated to save $150-$200 on textbooks for a semester. All undergraduate students will be automatically enrolled. To learn more about the Colonel Book Bundle visit www.nicholls.edu/book-bundle. For more information on the bookstore and to shop for insignia apparel please visit us online at https://nich.bncollege.com/
Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nichollsbookstore To purchase items to promote your organization/club visit us at https://shop.ccbrands.com |
OFFICE: Bollinger Student Union-Room 8 PHONE: 985-448-4540 HOURS: 7:30 am-4:30 pm M-Th; 7:30 am – 4 pm Friday SUMMER/BREAK HOURS: 9:00 am-4:00 pm M-F |
| Reservations Office coordinates the use of campus facilities for campus departments, registered student groups, and off-campus groups. | OFFICE: Bollinger Student Union – Room 5 PHONE: 985-448-4519 HOURS: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm |
| Colonel Card is issued to all students, faculty, and staff during their association with or attendance at the university. The Colonel Card provides access to designated events, facilities, and services. | OFFICE: Bollinger Student Union, Room 6 PHONE: 985-448-4498 HOURS: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm |
| Dining Services are located in Vernon F. Galliano Hall Cafeteria and in the food court of Donald G. Bollinger Memorial Student Union. A wide range of services is offered to the campus community. | OFFICE: Vernon F. Galliano Cafeteria, Room 23 PHONE: 985-449-7050 HOURS: 8:00 am 4:30 pm |
| Post Office serves as a contract station for the United States Postal Service. It provides faculty, staff, and students with post office boxes and services. | OFFICE: Bollinger Student Union Room 7 PHONE: 985-448-4539 HOURS: Mailbox access: 24 hours a day, 7 days per week Window service: 8:15 am – 4:15 pm M-F |
| Student Union provides an environment of recreation, relaxation, social interaction, exploration of personal interests, leadership opportunities, exchange of thought and learning, and offers many valuable and enriching services to the university and to the community. | OFFICE: Auxiliary Services Office, Bollinger Student Union, Room 6 PHONE: 985-448-4535 HOURS: 7:00 am – 9:00 pm M-Th 7:00 am – 5:00 pm Friday 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm Sunday Summer/Break Hours: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm M-F |
ENROLLMENT SERVICES
Enrollment Services provides high-quality support services to students and to the academic units that carry out the university’s instruction and service programs.
| SERVICE, LOCATION AND HOURS | LOCATION AND HOURS |
| Admissions is responsible for conducting the university’s student recruitment and admissions programs. This office processes applications for admission or re-admission to the university. | OFFICE: Candies Hall PHONE: 985-448-4507 HOURS: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm |
| Financial Aid handles grants, loans, student employment, and scholarships. Detailed information can be found in the Catalog or by visiting the office for personal assistance. Financial Aid Counselors are available. | OFFICE: 418 Candies Hall PHONE: 985-448-4048 HOURS: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm |
| International Student Admissions is responsible for recruiting international students and processing applications in accordance with university policy and federal guidelines. | OFFICE: 346 Candies Hall PHONE: 985-449-7038 HOURS: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm |
| Orientation is designed to acquaint first-time entering freshmen and transferring freshmen with the university campus, academic programs, and support services. New students receive academic advising and register for classes during orientation. | OFFICE: 125 Elkins Hall PHONE: 985-448-4155 HOURS: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm |
| Scholarships administers the university’s scholarship programs, both privately and publicly funded. | OFFICE: 410 Candies Hall PHONE: 985-448-4411 HOURS: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm |
| Student Employment manages on-campus employment for about 700 students in various capacities. | OFFICE: 408 Candies Hall PHONE: 985-448-4043 HOURS: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm |
STUDENT AFFAIRS
Student Affairs provides students with the opportunity for involvement and personal enrichment and wellness services and educational programs that assist students in achieving their personal, academic, and professional goals. Student Affairs includes the following:
| SERVICE, LOCATION AND HOURS | LOCATION AND HOURS |
| Case Management supports students and families through challenging and complex situations, connecting students with resources and fostering self-advocacy through individualized planning. Case Management provides holistic support, assistance, and follow-ups to meet the unique needs of each student and their circumstances. | OFFICE: 254 Elkins Hall PHONE: 985-493-2529 HOURS: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm https://www.nicholls.edu/case-management/ |
| Colonel C.A.R.E. (Coordinate, Assess, Respond, Educate) The CARE Team identifies students, faculty, and staff whose behavioral patterns have raised concern about their well-being; centralizes communication to gain a more complete understanding of the whole individual; and develops a collaborative outreach plan with campus and community resources to address identified risks. | |
| Campus Recreation operates the Harold J. Callais Recreation Center, coordinates intramurals, provides facilities and equipment for recreational activities and coordinates fitness and wellness programs for the university community. | OFFICE: Harold J. Callais Recreation Center PHONE: 985-493-2746 HOURS: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (Office hours); refer to website for facility hours https://www.nicholls.edu/recreation |
| Career Services provides professional coaching, resume writing assistance, interview skill development, job search assistance, online career exploration materials and programs, career days, and seminars. | OFFICE: Student Engagement Suite, Bollinger Student Union PHONE: 985-448-4509 HOURS: Monday – Thursday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm https://www.nicholls.edu/career/ |
| Greek Life coordinates the university’s recruitment, leadership development, community service and social activities of sororities and fraternities. | OFFICE: Student Engagement Suite, Bollinger Student Union, Suite 13 PHONE: 985-448-4527 HOURS: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm |
| Student Conduct and Compliance administers the student disciplinary process as outlined in the Student Policy and Procedure Manual which defines student rights and responsibilities. | OFFICE: 255 Eklins Hall PHONE: 985-448-4525 HOURS: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm |
| Residential Living administers all operational functions associated with campus housing (residence halls, apartments, and family housing) and builds community by coordinating residentially based student programming and development through educational and social activities. The office coordinates applications and deposits, contracts, assignments, billing, maintenance, and facility management. The office oversees the Residence Hall Association, a student programming and hall council group. | OFFICE: John A. Brady Residential Complex Clubhouse PHONE: 985-448-4479 HOURS: 8:00 am 4:30 pm |
| Student Access Center –Disability Services (SAC) Offers any qualifying Nicholls State University student with a disability comprehensive support services, including classroom accommodations. The SAC assists with physical accessibility issues, referrals, and housing/dining accommodations for many conditions such as physical, visual, or hearing disabilities and medical or psychiatric disorders. All services are at no cost to the student. More information on the accommodations process and SAC resources is available online at www.nicholls.edu/student-access-center/. | OFFICE: 137 Peltier Hall PHONE: 985-448-4430 HOURS: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm https://www.nicholls.edu/student-access-center/ |
| Student Wellness Team (SWT) is a student organization that provides education and prevention programs as well as printed wellness information. |
OFFICE: Harold J. Callais Recreation Center PHONE: 985-493-2744 HOURS: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm https://www.nicholls.edu/recreation/student-wellness-team/ |
| Student Government represents and advocates the student body’s needs and development on campus. | OFFICE: Bollinger Student Union, Room 14 PHONE: 985-448-4557 HOURS: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm |
| Student Organizations provide opportunities for student involvement in groups that promote areas of interest, leadership development, community service and academic achievement. | OFFICE: Student Engagement Suite, Bollinger Student Union, Suite 13 PHONE: 985-448-4523 HOURS: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm |
| Student Programming Association coordinates entertainment and activities to enhance the social and educational atmosphere of the campus. | OFFICE: Advisor’s Office Student Engagement Suite, Bollinger Student Union Suite 13 PHONE: 985-448-4523 HOURS: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm |
| University Counseling Center provides personal and career counseling, psycho-educational programs, consultation, and crisis intervention. | OFFICE: 224 Elkins Hall PHONE: 448-4080 for information and appointments. For after hour emergencies call University Police at 448-4911. HOURS: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday https://www.nicholls.edu/counseling/ |
| University Health Services provides basic, acute health care, health education and promotion programs and services, and disease prevention. | OFFICE: Ayo Hall PHONE: 985-493-2600 HOURS: 7:30 am – 4:00 pm https://www.nicholls.edu/health/ |
PARKING AND POLICE SERVICES
| SERVICE, LOCATION AND HOURS | LOCATION AND HOURS |
| University Police Department is dedicated to providing a safe, secure, and crime-free environment for the entire Nicholls community. University Police provide 24-hour services. They are also first responders in emergency situations and are trained to use Automatic External Defibrillator equipment. | OFFICE: University Police Building PHONE: 985-448-4746 HOURS: Open 24 hours a day |
| Parking Services issues decals to all students, faculty, and staff, and administers parking enforcement regulations. The office provides a parking/traffic handbook which outlines all parking/traffic rules and regulations to those who obtain parking decals. | OFFICE: Calecas Hall PHONE: 985-448-4526 HOURS: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm |
Support for Distinctive Student Populations
The needs of diverse student populations are met additionally through programs that address specific components of the student population. These include the following:
Honors Students
The Honors Program is designed with highly motivated student in mind. Its mission is to create enhanced educational experiences for a community of intellectually curious and academically talented students through challenging and creative opportunities that foster a life-long love of learning. Through innovative instruction, honors students receive a distinctly personal education that significantly involves them in the learning process.
Students with Disabilities
The Student Access Center (formerly Disability Services) provides assistance to students with disabilities in their adjustment to college and serves as a liaison with faculty to accommodate students with disabilities.
International Students
International Student Services assists international students in the transition to university life upon their arrival and throughout their studies. The International Services Office coordinates immigration advising, orientation, welcome events, tax preparation assistance, advises the international student organization and maintains Federal compliance.
Student Athletes
The Office of Athletic Academic Advising supervises all aspects of academic compliance, including scheduling and registration, monitoring or progress toward degree, and eligibility. This office also administers the Athletic Life Skills Program which combines the efforts of the NSU Athletics and other services on campus to enhance the quality of the student-athlete experience. Use athletics as preparation for success in life, this program supports intellectual development, enhances interpersonal relationships, builds positive self-esteem, and promotes respect for diversity.
Students with Mental Health Needs
The University Counseling Center provides counseling for and assists students with mental health, psychiatric, and developmental issues through individual, couples, and group counseling as well as consultation and outreach. The Center maintains a staff of appropriately trained and licensed counselors.
ACADEMIC SUPPORT SERVICES
The university also offers a variety of academic support services which promote student learning and enhance the development of its students.
| ACADEMIC SUPPORT SERVICES, LOCATION AND HOURS | CONTACT INFORMATION |
| Academic Advising Center was created to provide academic advising and support to Nicholls State University students from the time of their admission until their acceptance into their majors. Faculty advisors meet regularly with students, assisting them in goal clarification, in selection of a major, and in educational planning and course selection. Advisors monitor student progress and refer students to other campus resources as necessary. Students may “drop in” for a quick answer or set up an appointment with a professional academic advisor. | OFFICE: 234 Elkins PHONE: 985-448-4117 HOURS: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. https://www.nicholls.edu/advising |
| Academic Testing Center offers ACT, ACCUPLACER (placement), correspondence, and web-based course testing. | OFFICE: 212 Elkins Hall PHONE: 985-493-2599 HOURS: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. https://www.nicholls.edu/testing/ |
| Continuing Education coordinates credit programs in addition to developing youth and adult non-credit programs which provide opportunities for intellectual and personal development. For off-campus groups and their programs, this office provides a one-stop service to coordinate food and housing services, schedule university facilities and equipment, and provide management, marketing, and fiscal monitoring. | OFFICE: 125 Elkins Hall PHONE: 985-448-4444 FAX: 985-448-4552 HOURS: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm https://www.nicholls.edu/continuing-ed |
| Ellender Memorial Library houses more than 443,600 books and bound periodicals, 2,000 journal titles, 350,000 catalogued federal and state documents, and provides access to 40,000 E-books and over 50 electronic reference sources. Reference librarians offer one-on-one help and provide mass instruction in library skills, an integral part of Interdisciplinary Studies classes in freshman studies, and they visit classes to explain topics of particular interest to students and instructors. | OFFICE: PHONE: 985-448-4646 Fax: 985-448-4925 HOURS: varies https://www.nicholls.edu/library/ |
| International Student Services assists international students in the transition to university life upon their arrival and throughout their studies. The International Services Office coordinates immigration advising, orientation, welcome events, tax preparation assistance, advises the international student organization and maintains Federal compliance. | OFFICE: Student Life/Bollinger Student Union, Room 13 PHONE: 985-449-7038 HOURS: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm |
| Louisiana Center for the Study of Dyslexia and Related Learning Disorders serves the community and NSU students who have been identified as having characteristics of dyslexia and/or a related disorder. College students in all majors are provided support services. Services include one-on-one tutoring, comprehensive assessments, classroom and testing accommodations. These services are provided for a fee. | OFFICE: 163 Peltier/FACS Building, Room 6 PHONE: 985-448-4214 HOURS: www.nicholls.edu/dyslexia |
| Tutorial Academic Enhancement Center is committed to assisting students in enhancing their learning potential and developing proficiency in their academic endeavors. The Center provides small group (3-4 people) tutorial assistance to students having difficulty with courses at the college level. The sessions with a tutor provide supplementary work in coordination with the classroom situation, not in place of it. Areas currently included are math, English, computer science, biology, chemistry, physics, and foreign language. Supplemental Instruction (SI) is provided for human anatomy lab and history. | OFFICE: 158A Shaver Gym PHONE: 985-448-4100 HOURS: 8:00 a.m. -7:30 p.m. M-Th https://www.nicholls.edu/tutoring |
