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Senate discusses fee, crosswalks

Ashley Falterman
March 16, 2016

A possible capital outlet fee for students and the status of the improvements for the crosswalks in front...

Students to perform Shakespearean play

Ashley Falterman
March 16, 2016

Confused lovers, overdramatic actors and mythical fairies will grace the stage of Talbot Auditorium this...

SGA president, vice president announced

Ashley Falterman
March 16, 2016

Olinda Ricard, culinary arts and business management senior from Baton Rouge, and Ron Sapia, government...

Nicholls sells alcohol in Guidry Stadium

Ashley Falterman
October 19, 2011

Colonel football fans now have the opportunity to purchase alcohol inside of John L. Guidry Stadium...

Members of the Nicholls Nation, a new student organization dedicated to promoting school spirit, meet with founder Andrew Kearney on Feb. 21 in the Office of Development in Candies Hall.  From left, Hillary Clark, freshman from Tallahassee, Fla.; Jake Martin, print journalism sophomore from Vidalia; Lacey Angeron, broadcast journalism junior from Patterson; Andrew Kearney, higher education graduate student from Stanton, Mich.; and Katelyn Thibodeaux, print journalism and public relations junior

Nicholls Nation declares “Black Friday” on campus

Ashley Falterman
October 19, 2011

With over 400 students registered as members of the fast-growing student spirit organization Nicholls...

Zeringue Hall shines its lights at sunset Tuesday.

Demand for campus living exceeds regular capacity

Ashley Falterman
September 21, 2011

  With the demand for housing exceeding the regular capacity by at least 200 students, the University...

Former student to be arraigned

Ashley Falterman
July 6, 2011

Preston Stock, 18, freshman from Waggaman and staff writer for the Nicholls Worth, who posed as a female...

Workers unload parts and tools needed to install the new air conditioners in Ellender Hall.

Renovations scheduled to be finished by fall semester

Ashley Falterman
June 22, 2011

University officials and contractors are working to have campus renovations finished by the start of...

Graffitied words “Be Simple” on a door in Downtown Thibodaux. The words almost look like it was fingure painted and are repeated in several different places in downtown.

City police investigate tagging

Ashley Falterman
June 22, 2011

Thibodaux Police officers have been noticing what they call "wild style graffiti" around the city. Capt....

Construction continues on the rec center with the framework almost completed.

Construction projects improve quality of student life

Ashley Falterman
June 9, 2011

Several new construction projects and renovations around the University are underway in order to benefit...

Financial aid offered to flood victims

Ashley Falterman
June 9, 2011

Members of the office of financial aid are encouraging students who have been impacted by the recent...

Shane Duhon of Heads and Tails Catering shows off the crawfish used for Crawfish Day last year.

Cost, size of crawfish fluctuate with the seasons

Ashley Falterman
April 6, 2011

The Student Programming Association is spending about $5,000 more on crawfish, corn and potatoes for...

Recreation center contruction finally begins

[Photo] Rec center construction set to conclude by 2012

Kami Ellender and By Kami Ellender
January 27, 2011

Recreation center contruction finally begins

Members of the women's basketball team gather to listen to head coach DoBee Plaisance during Friday's game against Southern University-New Orleans.

[Photo] Colonels versus Tigers, mother versus daughter

Kevin Schlegel
November 18, 2010

Members of the women's basketball team gather to listen to head coach DoBee Plaisance during Friday's...

Sophomore Jasmine Harris serves the ball during a match against UTSA.

[Photo] Questions & Answers

Ross Landry
October 21, 2010

Sophomore Jasmine Harris serves the ball during a match against UTSA.

Junior forward Jasmine Hoskins waits for the ball during the Feb. 13 game against Southeastern University.

[Photo] Women’s basketball releases 2010-2011 schedule

Kevin Schlegel
October 21, 2010

Junior forward Jasmine Hoskins waits for the ball during the Feb. 13 game against Southeastern University.

Senior guard Kellan Carter is introduced before the Jan. 9 game against Northwestern State.

[Photo] Men’s basketball releases their 2010-11 schedule

Kevin Schlegel
October 21, 2010

Senior guard Kellan Carter is introduced before the Jan. 9 game against Northwestern State.

Graduate student Patrick Dolan kicks off during the Oct. 9 game against Sam Houston State.

[Photo] From brothers to collegiate teammates

Jake Martin
October 21, 2010

Graduate student Patrick Dolan kicks off during the Oct. 9 game against Sam Houston State.

University president Stephen Hulbert clarifies rumors about the projected budget cuts during the second University town hall meeting Oct. 7 in Peltier Auditorium.

[Photo] University president continues to ask for awareness

Kami Ellender
October 21, 2010

University president Stephen Hulbert clarifies rumors about the projected budget cuts during the second...

Amy Mahler, interim president of Stand Up and art senior from St. Rose, conducts Stand Up's first meeting last Wednesday in the snack bar area of the Student Union.

[Photo] Student groups begins anti-budget cut campaigns

Melissa Holman
October 21, 2010

Amy Mahler, interim president of Stand Up and art senior from St. Rose, conducts Stand Up's first meeting...

Ashley Adams spins a basketball on her fingertip Tuesday in Stopher Gym.

[Photo] Colonel Close-Up

Katie O’Hara
October 21, 2010

Ashley Adams spins a basketball on her fingertip Tuesday in Stopher Gym.

Julie Jeansonne, benefi ts coordinator for human resources, rehearses a scene for the upcoming Nicholls Players production "Big Love" during play practice Monday in Talbot Theater.

[Photo] Faculty member prepares for new role in “Big Love

Mike Cartozzo
October 21, 2010

Julie Jeansonne, benefi ts coordinator for human resources, rehearses a scene for the upcoming Nicholls...

Enter Shikari

[Photo] Ross’ Rockin’ Review

Ross Landry
October 7, 2010

Enter Shikari

Senior outside hitter Elise King bumps the ball as junior libero Danielle Daigle looks on during the Sept. 10 game against South Alabama.

[Photo] Questions & Answers

Kevin Schlegel
October 7, 2010

Senior outside hitter Elise King bumps the ball as junior libero Danielle Daigle looks on during the...

Rob Bernardi, director of athletics, gives the opening remarks at the National Signing Day press conference Feb. 3 at the Thibodaux Hampton Inn & Suites.

[Photo] Bernardi says ‘cuts won’t eliminate athletics’

Jake Martin
October 7, 2010

Rob Bernardi, director of athletics, gives the opening remarks at the National Signing Day press conference...

Erin Gregory, art education junior from Houma, checks out the new laptops at the Bookstore.

[Photo] Bookstore now selling laptops

Kami Ellender
October 7, 2010

Erin Gregory, art education junior from Houma, checks out the new laptops at the Bookstore.

Lance LaPlante, instructor of English, speaks last week in Peltier Hall during a discussion among students and faculty about the effects of budget cuts on the department.

[Photo] English department offers more choices for classes

Kami Ellender
October 7, 2010

Lance LaPlante, instructor of English, speaks last week in Peltier Hall during a discussion among students...

Cassidy Oliver, social studies education sophomore from Houma, studies Tuesday in Ellender Memorial Library.

[Photo] Colonel Close Up

Donny Blanchard
October 7, 2010

Cassidy Oliver, social studies education sophomore from Houma, studies Tuesday in Ellender Memorial Library.

Warren Snowden, culinary arts freshman from New Orleans, jumps over Allan Brambila, history freshman from Patterson, in a scene from the upcoming Nicholls Players production "Big Love" during play practice last week in Talbot Theater.

[Photo] Nicholls Players look to gain audience with new content

Mike Cartozzo
October 7, 2010

Warren Snowden, culinary arts freshman from New Orleans, jumps over Allan Brambila, history freshman...

Jacob Landry and his father Troy show off two of their larget catches of the season.

[Photo] The series “Swamp People” puts Pierre Part on the map

Ross Landry
October 7, 2010

Jacob Landry and his father Troy show off two of their larget catches of the season.

Junior Casey Keiser runs during cross country practice behind Chabert Hall last week.

Questions & Answers

Ashley Falterman
September 30, 2010

One of the new faces to the Nicholls Men's cross-country team this year is sophomore transfer Casey Keiser....

Of Mice & Men with their former vocalist, Austin Carlile.

[Photo] Ross’ Rockin’ Review

Ross Landry
September 30, 2010

Of Mice & Men with their former vocalist, Austin Carlile.

Brandon Ruttley, associate director of marketing and development for athletics, works in his office Tuesday in Candies Hall.

[Photo] Colonel alum hired in athletics dept.

Ross Landry
September 30, 2010

Brandon Ruttley, associate director of marketing and development for athletics, works in his office Tuesday...

Junior middle Sam Etherington from Newcastle, England, guards the ball from a Grambling player during Sunday's game. The Colonels won 6-2.

[Photo] International soccer players make a major impact

Kevin Schlegel
September 30, 2010

Junior middle Sam Etherington from Newcastle, England, guards the ball from a Grambling player during...

Representatives from each campus sport pose for a photo in front of Elkins Hall.

[Photo] Athletics prepared for potential budget cuts

Jake Martin
September 30, 2010

Representatives from each campus sport pose for a photo in front of Elkins Hall.

A vehicle displays a parking decal placed on top of other decals, a violation of the parking manual.

[Photo] University Police explain decal placement policy

Kami Ellender
September 30, 2010

A vehicle displays a parking decal placed on top of other decals, a violation of the parking manual.

Scholars Hall nominee Johnathan Lynch, culinary arts senior from Ruston, congratulates Student Programming Association nominee Lacey Angeron, mass communication junior from Patterson, after she is pronounced Homecoming queen during half-time of Saturday's

[Photo] Homecoming king and queen reflect on week’s events

Melissa Holman
September 30, 2010

Scholars Hall nominee Johnathan Lynch, culinary arts senior from Ruston, congratulates Student Programming...

Amy Mahler, art senior from St. Rose, speaks about Stand Up, an organization dedicated to supporting higher education in Louisiana, at the emergency town hall meeting Friday in Talbot Theater.

[Photo] Students “stand up” for NSU

Kristen Fisackerly
September 30, 2010

Amy Mahler, art senior from St. Rose, speaks about Stand Up, an organization dedicated to supporting...

Students, faculty and staff listen to University president Stephen Hulbert's address at the emergency town hall meeting Friday in Talbot Theater.

[Photo] University president proposes budget cut solutions

Katelyn Thibodeaux
September 30, 2010

Students, faculty and staff listen to University president Stephen Hulbert's address at the emergency...

Associate campus pastor Carly Guidry, right, talks with Eva Parker, freshman from Baton Rouge, during Chi Alpha's "Foundations of the Faith 101" class Sept. 8 in South Babington Hall.

[Photo] Religious organizations offer many student services

Cameron Walls
September 30, 2010

Associate campus pastor Carly Guidry, right, talks with Eva Parker, freshman from Baton Rouge, during...

Paul Terrebonne.

[Photo] Colonel Close Up

Katie O’Hara
September 30, 2010

Paul Terrebonne.

Colonels for Life representatives pose with a $500 check from the Louisiana Organ Procedure Agency on Monday in Ayo Hall. From left, Jan Thomas, assistant professor of nursing; Carly Joffrion, nursing junior from Houma; Katelyn Laskey, nursing senior from

[Photo] New student organization helps to raise awareness

Katie O’Hara
September 30, 2010

Colonels for Life representatives pose with a $500 check from the Louisiana Organ Procedure Agency on...

The Devil Wears Prada

[Photo] Ross’ Rockin’ Review

Ross Landry
September 23, 2010

The Devil Wears Prada

Assistant volleyball coaches, Nicole McCoy and Jaye Loyd, talk during Saturday's game against Louisiana Tech.

[Photo] Loyd transitions from player to coach

Ross Landry
September 23, 2010

Assistant volleyball coaches, Nicole McCoy and Jaye Loyd, talk during Saturday's game against Louisiana...

Quarterback LaQuintin Caston

[Photo] Colonels take on Bacone for Homecoming

Jake Martin
September 23, 2010

Quarterback LaQuintin Caston

University president Stephen Hulbert addresses the Faculty Senate last week in the Cotillion Ballroom. Hulbert spoke about the future of the University regarding topics such as budget cuts, tuition increases and faculty decreases.

[Photo] Nicholls faces possible 35 percent budget reduction

Katelyn Thibodeaux
September 23, 2010

University president Stephen Hulbert addresses the Faculty Senate last week in the Cotillion Ballroom....

Aaron Day, biology sophomore from Gray, smokes outside the Student Union on Monday.

[Photo] Free ‘quit smoking’ classes offered

Kami Ellender
September 23, 2010

Aaron Day, biology sophomore from Gray, smokes outside the Student Union on Monday.

One of the giant water bugs in associate professor of biological sciences Gary LaFleur's collection.

[Photo] Giant insects continue to invade campus near habitat

Kami Ellender
September 23, 2010

One of the giant water bugs in associate professor of biological sciences Gary LaFleur's collection.

Samatha Neale, business administration sophomore from Holden, poses for a photo.

[Photo] Colonel Close Up

Katie O’Hara
September 23, 2010

Samatha Neale, business administration sophomore from Holden, poses for a photo.

The volleyball team prepares to begin Saturday's game against Southern, which was part of the Nicholls Invitational.

[Photo] Volleyball sweeps tournament

Kevin Schlegel
September 16, 2010

The volleyball team prepares to begin Saturday's game against Southern, which was part of the Nicholls...

Junior offensive lineman Pio Adams (58) from Waianae, Hawaii, walks onto the field during Saturday's game against Western Michigan, along with sophomore offensive lineman Gerald Gruenig (55) and junior offensive lineman Spenser Langthorn (78).

[Photo] Hawaiians bring warrior spirit to football team

Jake Martin
September 16, 2010

Junior offensive lineman Pio Adams (58) from Waianae, Hawaii, walks onto the field during Saturday's...

University president Stephen Hulbert crowns Whitney Dupuy, government senior from Morgan City, homecoming queen at last year's football game against Jacksonville State.

[Photo] Homecoming week revamped to reflect students’ wants

Kami Ellender
September 16, 2010

University president Stephen Hulbert crowns Whitney Dupuy, government senior from Morgan City, homecoming...

Allison Leese, mathematics junior from Houma, atempts to access the Internet Friday in her La Maison du Bayou apartment.

[Photo] Slow Internet complaints stir admin to find solution

Ross Landry
September 16, 2010

Allison Leese, mathematics junior from Houma, atempts to access the Internet Friday in her La Maison...

Stephen Stromeyer, freshman from Metairie, poses for a photo on Facebook.

[Photo] Colonel Close Up

Katie O’Hara
September 16, 2010

Stephen Stromeyer, freshman from Metairie, poses for a photo on Facebook.

Image taken from Last.FM

[Photo] Ross’ Rockin’ Review

Ross Landry
September 9, 2010

Image taken from Last.FM

Senior distance runner Kadi Whisnant participates in last year's invitational at LSU.

[Photo] Questions & Answers

Ross Landry
September 9, 2010

Senior distance runner Kadi Whisnant participates in last year's invitational at LSU.

Junior midfielder Sam Etherington, from Newcastle, England, takes possession of the ball during last year's game against Lamar.

[Photo] Colonels off to best start in school history

Kevin Schlegel
September 9, 2010

Junior midfielder Sam Etherington, from Newcastle, England, takes possession of the ball during last...

Graduate assistant coach Mario Jeberaeel supervises football practice Monday in Guidry Stadium.

[Photo] Graduate assistant transitions from player to coach

Jake Martin
September 9, 2010

Graduate assistant coach Mario Jeberaeel supervises football practice Monday in Guidry Stadium.

Lenessa Wright, art freshman from Raceland; Jessie Bethancourt, nursing junior from Houma; and Sarah Lirette, education freshman from Lockport, wait in line Friday at Sub Connection in the Student Union.

[Photo] Student Union food court’s delayed renovations explained

Kami Ellender
September 9, 2010

Lenessa Wright, art freshman from Raceland; Jessie Bethancourt, nursing junior from Houma; and Sarah...

Volunteers assist with oil spill clean-up May 15 at Grand Isle State Park. The Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program collaborated with other organizations for this even after the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.

[Photo] Biology dept. remains involved in oil spill research

Kami Ellender
September 9, 2010

Volunteers assist with oil spill clean-up May 15 at Grand Isle State Park. The Barataria-Terrebonne National...

Charlie Bergeron, aka "Bam Bam," art sophomore from Houma, roller skates Friday in front of the Student Union to distribute fliers for the upcoming Cajun Rollergirls derby.

[Photo] Students compete in derby bout

Cameron Walls
September 9, 2010

Charlie Bergeron, aka "Bam Bam," art sophomore from Houma, roller skates Friday in front of the Student...

Senior distance runners Kadi Whisnant and Lauren Jones participate in last year's invitational at LSU.

[Photo] Cross Country enters the new season ranked 12th

Sports Information
September 2, 2010

Senior distance runners Kadi Whisnant and Lauren Jones participate in last year's invitational at LSU.

Sophmore setter Nancy Taylor reaches for the ball during last year's home game against Southern Mississippi.

[Photo] Questions and Answers

Kevin Schlegel
September 2, 2010

Sophmore setter Nancy Taylor reaches for the ball during last year's home game against Southern Mississippi.

The football team begins its Aug. 21 intra-squad scrimmage in Guidry Stadium.

[Photo] Football faces Division I opponent Saturday

Jake Martin
September 2, 2010

The football team begins its Aug. 21 intra-squad scrimmage in Guidry Stadium.

Assistant soccer coach Kristen Fillmore watches as head coach Dylan Harrison calls a play during the Aug. 15 exhibition againsty Southern Miss.

[Photo] Kristen Fillmore transitions from player to coach

Ross Landry
September 2, 2010

Assistant soccer coach Kristen Fillmore watches as head coach Dylan Harrison calls a play during the...

Chelsea Monica, nursing sophomore from Mandeville, helps Danny Authement, mathematics senior from Montegut, check out Monday in the Student Union.

[Photo] Food court returns in pieces without promised goods

Kami Ellender
September 2, 2010

Chelsea Monica, nursing sophomore from Mandeville, helps Danny Authement, mathematics senior from Montegut,...

Sgt. Michael Richard with University Police sits in his car while on duty Tuesday.

[Photo] University Police clears rumors and explains ticketing

Kami Ellender
September 2, 2010

Sgt. Michael Richard with University Police sits in his car while on duty Tuesday.

Students wait in line to check out Tuesday at the Bookstore.

[Photo] Bookstore seen as less than satisfactory to students

Ross Landry
September 2, 2010

Students wait in line to check out Tuesday at the Bookstore.

Sarabeth Theriot, mass communication sophomore from Thibodaux, talks to incoming freshman Cherise Thomas about joining the Student Government Association during the Aug, 16 freshmen orientation in the Cotillion Ballroom

[Photo] Orientation team offers students a way to network

Mike Cartozzo
September 2, 2010

Sarabeth Theriot, mass communication sophomore from Thibodaux, talks to incoming freshman Cherise Thomas...

Lead singer Kellin Quinn, left, and Ross Landry.

[Photo] Ross’ Rockin’ Review

Ross Landry
August 26, 2010

Lead singer Kellin Quinn, left, and Ross Landry.

Junior offensive lineman Spenser Langthorn waits for the next play during Saturday's intra-squad scrimmage in John L. Guidry Stadium.

[Photo] Question & Answer

Kevin Schlegel
August 26, 2010

Junior offensive lineman Spenser Langthorn waits for the next play during Saturday's intra-squad scrimmage...

Coach Seth Thibodeaux talks to a group of baseball players before a game in the 2010 season.

[Photo] Thibodeaux named head baseball coach

Jake Martin
August 26, 2010

Coach Seth Thibodeaux talks to a group of baseball players before a game in the 2010 season.

Alex Barnes works in his office at the University Police station in Calecas Hall on Monday

[Photo] Former student officer hired as University policeman

Ross Landry
August 26, 2010

Alex Barnes works in his office at the University Police station in Calecas Hall on Monday

English instructor Marly Robertson lectures in her English Composition I class in Peltier Hall Wednesday.

[Photo] Faculty,staff numbers go down during budget cuts

Melanie Smith
August 26, 2010

English instructor Marly Robertson lectures in her English Composition I class in Peltier Hall Wednesday.

Rich Battise, petroleum services junior from Houma, checks in Friday at the weight room in Stopher Gym with the assistance of Campus Recreation student employee John Arcement, business administration sophomore from Labadievielle.

[Photo] Intramurals offer various sports throughout the year

Melanie Smith
August 26, 2010

Rich Battise, petroleum services junior from Houma, checks in Friday at the weight room in Stopher Gym...

Daniel Ruiz reviews the playbill for "The Great American Trailer Park Musical."

[Photo] Nicholls theater director brings new ideas to campus

Mike Cartozzo
August 26, 2010

Daniel Ruiz reviews the playbill for "The Great American Trailer Park Musical."

Heather Verret, art education freshman from Centerville, sketches in Millet Hall after class.

[Photo] “Colonel Close-up” features freshman Heather Verret

Golden Morris
August 26, 2010

Heather Verret, art education freshman from Centerville, sketches in Millet Hall after class.

New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning supervises a drill in Guidry Stadium July 11 at the Manning Passing Academy.

[Photo] Nicholls holds fifteenth annual Manning Passing Academy

Jake Martin
August 19, 2010

New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning supervises a drill in Guidry Stadium July 11 at the Manning Passing...

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