THIBODAUX, La. – The Nicholls Foundation received $10,000 to endow the Synergy Bank Service Endowed Scholarship in Business.
“We are honored to support this scholarship, knowing it will create lasting opportunities for students at Nicholls State University for years to come,” Synergy President and CEO Jerry Ledet, Jr. said. “By investing in education and students, we can help build a stronger, more vibrant community together.”
Recipients must be enrolled full-time in the Al Danos College of Business and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA. The recipient must demonstrate a financial need and can be in any business major. Students may be of any classification ranging from a freshman to a graduate student and from one of the following parishes:
- Lafourche
- Terrebonne
- St. Mary
- Pointe Coupee
- West Feliciana
- East Baton Rouge
- West Baton Rouge
- Livingston
Synergy Bank has a history and reputation of giving back to the community through service and would like the recipient to mirror that philosophy in volunteerism at their high school, college or community. One scholarship will be awarded per year in the amount of $500, with $250 dispersed in the fall and spring semesters. The award may be increased as the endowment grows.
The Nicholls Foundation, an independent 501(c)3 corporation, exists to support the mission of Nicholls State University by seeking gifts and grants and by managing those funds and other assets to support Nicholls through endowed chairs, professorships, scholarships and other enhancement efforts. To learn more about donating to Nicholls, visit nichollsfoundation.org.
Al Danos College of Business
The AACSB-accredited Al Danos College of Business at Nicholls State University is dedicated to preparing students for success in the business world through rigorous academic programs, hands-on experiences and a commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. The College offers degrees in accounting, finance, computer information systems, management, marketing and business administration, with a fully-online business administration option and four pathways to earn an MBA. AACSB is the gold standard in quality accreditation for Colleges of Businesses, and less than 5% of colleges worldwide hold this accreditation. The Al Danos College of Business is celebrating over 40 years of AACSB Accreditation. To learn more, visit www.nicholls.edu/business/.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, February 26, 2025
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