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Nicholls State University No. 1 Best Value College in Louisiana
THIBODAUX, La. – Nicholls State University ranks as the No. 1 Best Value College in Louisiana according to Niche.com’s 2026 College Rankings. The Best Value Colleges ranking is based on net price, alumni earnings, graduation rates and student debt using …
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Individual Tickets on Sale for Jazz Concert at Nicholls
THIBODAUX, La. – Individual tickets are on sale for the Deep Down South Mini Tour ...
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Nicholls Colonel Closet Receives Three Grants
THIBODAUX, La. – Nicholls State University’s Colonel Closet has received grants from three community supporters ...
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NICHOLLS NEWS
Morgan City Oilfield Rodeo Continues Support for Nicholls PETSM & Veterans
THIBODAUX, La. – The Morgan City Open Fishing Rodeo and Golf Scramble has donated $10,400 to Nicholls State University Department of Petroleum Engineering Technology and ...
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Colonel Athletic Association Announces Big 5 Family Plaza at Boucvalt Athletic Complex
THIBODAUX, La. – Nicholls State University recently announced the naming of the Big 5 Family Plaza at the Boucvalt Athletic Complex – a gameday gathering ...
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Nicholls’ Al Danos College of Business to Host Open House
THIBODAUX, La. – Nicholls State University’s Al Danos College of Business invites students, parents and community members to its annual Open House on Saturday, Nov. ...
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U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Rankings for Nicholls State University
THIBODAUX, La. – Nicholls State University ranks at No. 2 in Louisiana for Top Public Regional Universities in the South and Best Regional Universities for ...
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Nicholls to Boost Enrollment with “Career Ready Colonels” Plan
THIBODAUX, La. – This year, Nicholls is undergoing a 10-year reaffirmation process through its accrediting body. Part of this process involves the development of a ...
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Nicholls Third Annual Wine Tasting, Scholarship Fundraising Event
THIBODAUX, La. – Bon Vin: An A+ Wine Tasting is set to take place on Wednesday, Oct. 29 from 6 to 9 p.m. at The ...
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Nicholls Unveils Newly Renovated Spaces for Bridge to Independence Program
THIBODAUX, La. – Nicholls State University hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to unveil the renovated spaces for its Bridge to Independence program. This project was ...
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Nicholls Scholarship for Thibodaux High School Graduates
THIBODAUX, La. – The William and Brenda Bush Family Trust contributed $105,000 to create the Bush Family Endowed scholarship benefitting Nicholls students who are graduates ...
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Nicholls Geomatics Supported by Contractor’s Educational Trust Fund
THIBODAUX, La. – The Contractor’s Educational Trust Fund donated $50,000 to support scholarships and programming for students in the Wm. Clifford Smith School of Engineering’s ...
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Universities of Louisiana Maritime Academy Signs MOU with Propeller Club of Port of New Orleans
THIBODAUX, La. – The Universities of Louisiana Maritime Academy and the Propeller Club of Port of New Orleans signed a MOU at a reception that ...
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Nicholls to Honor Basketball Hall of Famer Larry Wilson with Plaque Presentation
THIBODAUX, La. – Nicholls State University invites the community to a plaque presentation ceremony honoring basketball legend Larry Wilson set to take place on Saturday, ...
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Nicholls Police Chief Alexander Barnes Elected to Serve on Board of Directors for Louisiana Association of Chiefs of Police
THIBODAUX, La. – Nicholls State University Police Chief Alexander Barnes was elected to serve on the Board of Directors for the Louisiana Association of Chiefs ...
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Nicholls Culinary Institute Hosted LSU Medical Students for Annual Culinary Medicine Program
THIBODAUX, La. – Nicholls State University and Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine partnered again to host the seventh annual ...
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Nicholls Society of Human Resource Management Wins Superior Merit Award
THIBODAUX, La. – Nicholls State University’s Society of Human Resource Management won the Superior Merit Award, the highest award that a student chapter can receive, ...
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Nicholls Dedicates Frankie Jones Kitchen in Arlen B. Cenac Greenhouse
THIBODAUX, La. – Nicholls State University celebrated the ribbon cutting and dedication of the Frankie Jones Kitchen, a new culinary space housed within the Arlen ...
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Nicholls Recreation Center to Host Annual Heroes 5K to Benefit First Responder
THIBODAUX, La. – The Nicholls Recreation Center invites the community to its annual Heroes 5K on Friday, July 4, 2025. The event supports a local ...
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Nicholls State University Named over 2,520 Students to Spring 2025 Honors Lists
THIBODAUX, La. – Nicholls named 2,520 students to honors lists for the spring 2025 semester. Undergraduate students enrolled full-time at Nicholls State University during the ...
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Al Danos College of Business at Nicholls State University Maintains 42 Years of International Accreditation
THIBODAUX, La. – The Al Danos College of Business at Nicholls State University has reaffirmed its accreditation with the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of ...
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Nicholls State University Dedicates Arlen B. Cenac Greenhouse
THIBODAUX, La. – Nicholls State University celebrated the ribbon cutting of the newly renovated Arlen B. Cenac Greenhouse on campus recently, recognizing the generosity of ...
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Wings Unfolded: The Journey of Opera Performance at Nicholls State University
THIBODAUX, La. – Nicholls State University is set to host its annual opera production of Wings Unfolded: The Journey of Opera. Production times are Thursday, ...
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FACULTY NEWS
Nicholls Physics Professor Named LSTA Outstanding Educator
THIBODAUX, La. – Dr. Chad Young, professor of physics at Nicholls State University, was named the 2022 Winner of the Louisiana Science Teachers Association William ...
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Nicholls Biology Course Travels to Coast for Workshop
THIBODAUX, La. — Graduate students in Nicholls’ Environmental Law and Policy course traveled to Grand Isle, Port Fourchon, Golden Meadow and Lockport as part of ...
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Nicholls Dean Elected President of the Southern Business Administration Association
THIBODAUX, La. — Dr. Marilyn Macik-Frey, dean of the College of Business Administration and professor of management, was elected president of the Southern Business Administration ...
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Nicholls Assistant Professor of Art Published in Art & Antiques Magazine
THIBODAUX, La. – Dr. Ashley Busby, assistant professor of Art at Nicholls, published an article titled “Going Her Own Way” on the art of Dorothy ...
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Nicholls Dean Named to Board of Directors of the Environment & Health Council of Louisiana
THIBODAUX, La. — Alcee Fortier Professor and Nicholls Dean of Sciences and Technology Dr. John Doucet has been named to the Board of Directors of ...
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Nicholls Professors Speak on Student Success & Faculty Development
THIBODAUX, La. — Assistant Professor of Art History Dr. Ashley Busby and Professor of Art Trisha Rabalais provided a conference presentation entitled “Building a Community ...
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Nicholls Names Dr. Christopher Bonvillain as Director of University Graduate Studies
THIBODAUX, La. — Nicholls has named Dr. Christopher Bonvillain as Director of University Graduate Studies. “I look forward to the challenges and responsibilities of my ...
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Nicholls Biology Professor Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
THIBODAUX, La. — Alcee Fortier Distinguished Service Professor of Biological Sciences Dr. Raj Boopathy received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the International Bioprocessing Association for ...
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Nicholls Art Professor Presents at Renaissance Society of America Conference
THIBODAUX, La. — Nicholls Professor of Art Dr. Deborah Cibelli presented an art history paper at the Renaissance Society of America’s Virtual 2022 conference hosted ...
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Nicholls Names Dr. Raquel Engolio as Dean of the College of Nursing
THIBODAUX, La. — Nicholls has named Dr. Raquel Engolio as Dean of the College of Nursing. Engolio will assume the role from Dr. Sue Westbrook, ...
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Nicholls Assistant Professor of Art Delivers Presentation and Awarded for Virtual Reality Animation
THIBODAUX, La. — Nicholls Assistant Professor of Art Marjan Khatibi delivered a presentation at the SURFACE Educators Conference that was part of the larger AIGA ...
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Nicholls Names Dr. Melanie Boudreaux as MBA Director
THIBODAUX, La. — Dr. Melanie Boudreaux has been named the new Director of the Master of Business Administration program at Nicholls State University. Dr. Boudreaux, ...
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Management Professor Earns Two APS Research Awards
THIBODAUX, La. — A Nicholls State University management instructor received two research awards from the Association for Psychological Science. Harvey Peltier Endowed Professor Melanie Boudreaux ...
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Nicholls Librarian Tabbed as Featured Speaker for National Webinar Series
THIBODAUX, La. — A Nicholls State University librarian is a featured speaker during the ACRL-Choice webinar series next month. Brandy Burbante, head of technical services ...
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Nicholls Art Professor Has Works Selected to National Exhibit
THIBODAUX, La. — The University of Michigan has selected the works of a Nicholls State University art professor for a new show. The Matthaei Botanical ...
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Nicholls Education Professor Heads to National English Educator Conference
THIBODAUX, La. — A Nicholls professor will discuss the power of poetry during a national educators conference that began today. Dr. Anthony Kunkel will take ...
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Art Professor’s Work Exhibited in National Competition
THIBODAUX, La. — A Nicholls State University art professor’s work was selected for display at the 32nd annual Northern National Art Competition (NNAC). Associate Professor ...
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Biology Instructor to Visit Indonesia as World Class Professor
THIBODAUX, La. — A Nicholls biology professor has been selected to visit Indonesia in August as part of the World Class Professor program. Dr. Raj ...
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Nicholls Names Education Dean, Changes to Academic Structure
THIBODAUX, La. — Nicholls State University is excited to welcome Dr. Scot Rademaker as the dean of the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences. Dr. ...
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