Fall 2020
Every King Has A Story
In a Nicholls State University classroom, two dozen young Black men step in line with one another. They know each other, some are even friends.
November 14, 2020
Fall 2020
Fall 2020
Where we were, where we are, where we can be
Several months ago, I responded to a survey request from the Nicholls Alumni Federation. My response was about experiences I had as the first African-American athlete at Nicholls State University.
November 13, 2020
Fall 2020
Making An Impact
Hugh Caffrey believes a more educated Louisiana is a better Louisiana. That is why the president of Valentine Chemicals supports programs at Nicholls State University
November 13, 2020
Fall 2020
Synergy Bank Helps Bring Community Together
Every February, Black History Month programming brings people from all around the Bayou Region to campus. They come to listen to panels, participate in cultural
November 13, 2020
Fall 2020
Connecting Our Past
Nicholls Celebrates Firsts, General Scenes in Student Life In the fall of 1963, Nicholls State University integrated. In the more than 50 years since that
November 13, 2020
Fall 2020
Challenge Accepted
Kayla Freemon had never heard of Give-N-Day when she transferred to Nicholls State University in Fall 2018. Two years later and she has been the
November 13, 2020
Fall 2020
Community Leaders Honored at Annual Alumni Awards
Community Leaders Honored at Annual Alumni Awards
November 13, 2020
Fall 2020
For an Education
By Cain Madden To integrate Nicholls, many locals risked their careers and lives so Black students could be at a public university they had every
November 10, 2020
Fall 2020
Shining for Cells
When Ashantian Smith (BA ’20) packs for her family’s upcoming trip to Hawaii, she’ll pack cute outfits, shoes and jewelry to match. She’ll also pack
November 6, 2020
Fall 2020
Carl Johnson: Improbable Odds
Attention to detail can make the difference between a win and loss in the NFL. For some, it can determine whether you win the Super
November 6, 2020
Fall 2020
A Model Leader
Maida Jones’ (AS ’91) family told her when she was young to “always know who you are, and whose you are.” This was a reminder
November 6, 2020
Fall 2020
A Man Worth Following
Carlyn James will never forget that day. It was Aug. 31, 1991, and she was just seven years old. A glossy photograph retrieved from the
November 6, 2020
Fall 2020
My University, My Home
I love Nicholls State University. From the moment the soles of my shoes touched Nicholls’ soil, I knew this was some place special. I was
November 6, 2020
Fall 2020
Picking Up The Blitz
Coming off back-to-back Southland Conference titles, Coach Tim Rebowe has given Colonel fans nothing less than championship expectations. His success started in 2015 with his
November 5, 2020
Fall 2020
In The Paint
Nicholls State University junior basketball player Loan-Anh Johnson has found a unique way to occupy her free time when she is away from the basketball
November 5, 2020
Fall 2020
Bringing it Together
Being the first to break a barrier always means you shoulder a weight, Jonathan “J.T.” Terrell (BA ‘98) says. But at the same time he
November 5, 2020
Fall 2020
You Are Not Alone
Maya Angelou said, “You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.” Proper
November 4, 2020
Fall 2020
Carnival Crawfish Pasta
Carnival Crawfish Pasta by Chef Johnene Breaux Prep Time: 30 minutes | Cook Time: 45 minutes | Serves: 4-5 people Directions: Bring a medium size
November 4, 2020
Fall 2020
Drawn Together
Jessica Searcy-McCray, at 50 years of age, is old enough to be the mother to her classmates at Nicholls State University. In fact, she is
November 4, 2020
Fall 2020
Service Through Diversity
The Nicholls State University NAACP Chapter has made its mark through service linked to the organization’s mission of promoting unity, diversity and equality on campus
November 4, 2020
