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Kristen Callais, sociology instructor, discusses social work and teaching experience.

Getting to know Kristen Callais

Desmond Hunter, Staff Writer
March 30, 2017

For sociology instructor Kristen Callais, there’s power that comes from one reaching out into local...

Paddle Bayou Lafourche to kick off this weekend

Desmond Hunter, Staff Writer
March 23, 2017

Paddlers from near and far will take over Bayou Lafourche for a four-day Cajun experience, as the Barataria-Terrebone...

Seniors await graduation after Spring Graduation Expo

Desmond Hunter, Staff Writer
February 23, 2017

The 2017 Spring Graduation Expo was held in the student union ballroom on Tuesday, Feb. 21 as many students...

Last Minute Valentine's Day ideas

Last Minute Valentine’s Day ideas

Desmond Hunter, Staff Writer
February 14, 2017

Valentine’s Day is here, and I’m sure there are many people out there who still have no clue what...

Local author talks about his book “The Thibodaux Massacre”

Desmond Hunter, Staff Writer
February 9, 2017

Nearly one year after the official publishing date, journalist and author John DeSantis returned to Nicholls...

Cleveland Hill speaks at the Town Hall Discussion: The Crisis in Education February 1.

Town Hall Discussion kicks off African American History Month

Desmond Hunter, Staff Writer
February 2, 2017

Nicholls alum and former Dean of Education, Cleveland Hill, kicked off the 2017 Nicholls African American...

Students express troubles keeping their new year’s resolutions

Desmond Hunter, Staff Writer
January 26, 2017

It never fails. As soon as the New Year comes along, folks start bringing up their newly inspired resolutions...

Personal opinion: Musicians from Louisiana

Personal opinion: Musicians from Louisiana

Desmond Hunter, Staff Writer
January 24, 2017

There are many things you can do growing up in Louisiana, but one thing for sure is that you’ll always...

Getting to know the Director of Athletics, Matt Roan

Getting to know the Director of Athletics, Matt Roan

Desmond Hunter, Sports Editor
November 17, 2016

Matt Roan, the new Director of Athletics, was eager to begin his new journey this week as head of the...

Author John DeSantis signs a book during his "meet the author" event in Le Bijou on Sunday, November 13.

Terrebonne writer holds book signing at Nicholls

Desmond Hunter, Sports Editor
November 16, 2016

Nicholls State University hosted a book signing on Sunday for Terrebonne Parish resident John DeSantis...

Nicholls’ new head basketball coach Richie Riley speaks at a press conference at the Callais Recreation Center April 26, 2016.

Coach Riley ready for first year as head of Colonels Basketball

Desmond Hunter, Sports Editor
November 3, 2016

The Nicholls State University men’s basketball team will start the 2016-2017 season next Friday in...

Nicholls sophomore Andrea Mastrippolito from Merbein, Australia returns the ball during the game against the University of the Incarnate Word on Saturday, March 19.

Nicholls tennis to wrap up final fall play at the Big Easy Classic

Desmond Hunter, Sports Editor
October 20, 2016

Colonels look to senior leadership during the 2016-2017 season. The Nicholls State University men...

K. Matthew Roan speaks at an open interview on September 21 in Powell Auditorium.

Nicholls names new Athletic Director

Desmond Hunter, Sports Editor
October 11, 2016

This morning, Nicholls State University named the new leader of Colonel Athletics. K. Matthew Roan...

The final four: Search for Director of Athletics down to four finalists

The final four: Search for Director of Athletics down to four finalists

Desmond Hunter, Sports Editor
October 6, 2016

The search for the new Director of Athletics of Nicholls State University has been narrowed down to four...

Head coach Tim Rebowe meets with all football players post practice on August 22.

What to know about tomorrow’s opponent, the UIW Cardinals

Desmond Hunter, Sports Editor
September 16, 2016

The Nicholls State University (0-1, 0-0 SLC) football team returns home this weekend to take on the University...

Former Colonel Spencer Valdespino #30, recieves the ball from Kaylie Danirls #3 during the soccer match between Nicholls State University and Abilene Christian University on Friday, September 25, 2015.

Former Colonel soccer star adjusting to the role of coaching

Desmond Hunter, Sports Editor
September 15, 2016

Former Colonel soccer player Spencer Valdespino graduated last spring as one of the most decorative athletes...

Colonels seek first win of the season this Saturday

Colonels seek first win of the season this Saturday

Desmond Hunter, Sports Editor
September 14, 2016

The Colonels look to gain the first win of the season in this Saturday’s home opener against the University...

Former Colonel hoopers find success professionally

Desmond Hunter, Sports Editor
September 1, 2016

Former basketball players and graduates of Nicholls State University have taken their talents overseas...

Nicholls student to put on Thibodaux’s first annual Community Fun Day

Desmond Hunter, Staff Writer
July 15, 2016

With all the talks of negativity floating around the media lately, one Nicholls student has taken it...

Study Abroad students gain cultural and business values in China

Desmond Hunter, Staff Writer
June 24, 2016

Every summer several Nicholls students experience the chance to learn about the cultural and business...

Nicholls library specialist retires after sixteen-year tenure

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
April 28, 2016

One Nicholls library specialist is ready to retire after 40 years of helping students of all of ages...

Math Club challanges students for Math Awareness Month

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
April 7, 2016

The Nicholls Math Club challenges people around campus to a “Problem of the Week” throughout the...

What Louisiana culture means to today’s generation

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
March 17, 2016

Although many historical Louisiana customs are still relevant today, the importance of Cajun and Creole...

The best food around at popular Louisiana festivals

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
March 10, 2016

As springtime quickly approaches, many locals look forward to fun, relaxing times, and most importantly...

Putting a spin on a traditional breakfast food for National Cereal Day

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
March 7, 2016

If you raised your favorite spoonful of cereal this morning, evidently you knew to celebrate National...

Social media: a voice for college students during budget cuts

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
February 25, 2016

For many students around Nicholls and every university in the state of Louisiana, the seriousness of...

Nnamdi Ezema honored to continue his Colonel legacy

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
February 18, 2016

Taking chances, learning from each experience as they come and being prepared for the next challenge...

Ten thoughts students have at the beginning of the semster

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
January 23, 2016

Students are back on campus after a much-needed winter break. They’re excited to reunite with friends...

Veterans stand to be recognized at Nicholls annual Veterans Day ceremony in the quad Wednesday, November 11th.

Nicholls community attends annual Veterans Day ceremony

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
November 12, 2015

Current and past students, faculty members and administrators of Nicholls State University and those...

Nicholls professor Nick Mainieri teaches an English class Tuesday afternoon.

Nicholls professor to publish first contemporary novel next Fall

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
November 5, 2015

English Professor Nick Mainieri will have his debut novel The Infinite, published in the fall of 2016....

Johnene Breaux, senior culinary art major from New Orleans poses for a picture before competing in the San Pellegrino Almost Famous Chef Regional Competition.

Culinary student to participate in prestigious cooking competition

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
October 23, 2015

One culinary arts student has been selected to represent Nicholls’ Chef John Folse Culinary Institute...

From left to right: Dani Crockett, Sara Murphy, Mandie Tracy, and Taylor Cole participate in the first annual NEDA Walk in Baton Rouge on Oct. 11, 2014.

Nicholls dietician student organizes walk for eating disorders

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
October 8, 2015

Although October is best known for breast cancer awareness, one Nicholls dietetics major is helping organizing...

Former Nicholls student stars in WWE “Tough Enough”

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
August 20, 2015

Former Nicholls student and alligator wrestler, Zamariah Loupe shows his “bayou toughness” as a contestant...

Nicholls hosts 20th annual Manning Passing Academy

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
July 9, 2015

Hundreds of football players ranging from eighth grade to collegiate level arrive in Thibodaux today...

Assistant coach Rennie Bailey gives pointers to campers during 5-on-5 competition during J.P. Piper’s Day Basketball Camp.

Nicholls men’s basketball hosts annual summer camp

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
June 11, 2015

Several local basketball fanatics have fun learning fundamentals from Nicholls State University men’s...

Roland Bennett, a senior voice major, and Ivanna Brooks, a senior vocal performance major, sing opera during their performance of Don Giovanni Tuesday, Apr. 21, at Mary M. Danos Theater.

Opera returns to Nicholls with Mozart’s Don Giovanni

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
April 23, 2015

Opera lovers are in for a treat tonight, as students and faculty members present the first opera performance...

Members of NAACP gather for a group photo after their Fashion Show in October.

Nicholls NAACP chapter celebrates annual organization week

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
April 16, 2015

Members of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People encourage the student body...

The baseball team praying together before their home game against Lamar on March 17th.

Colonel baseball joins fight against childhood cancer

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
April 2, 2015

The Nicholls State University baseball team is prepared to battle for a conference championship and have...

 Members of the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity: Raymond Nichols, Andrew Carter, Phazal Hines and Joshua Dewey (left to right) on the Edmund Pettus Bridge in downtown Selma.

Fraternity attends 50th Anniversary of Selma March

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
March 26, 2015

Fifty years after a historic march that jumpstarted the civil rights movement, members of Alpha Phi Alpha...

Students look forward to annual Swamp Stomp festival

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
March 19, 2015

Alumni and students across Nicholls State University look forward to the annual local heritage festival,...

Athlete closeup: senior tennis player Marie Aubert

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
March 19, 2015

Nicholls State University women’s tennis team remains undefeated in conference, and the play of the...

Mass communication junior Katelyn Smith wears sweatpants to walk around campus comfortably.

Students embrace sweatpants fashion trend on campus

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
March 12, 2015

Students across Nicholls State University’s campus and at numerous other colleges find sweatpants to...

Students participate in prestigious music fetival in Brazil

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
March 5, 2015

The Nicholls State University Music Department sent 10 students to experience international exposure...

Inventions reason to celebrate black history everyday

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
February 26, 2015

With Black History Month coming to an end, being mindful of the accomplishments of African-Americans...

Take the advice given, but remember to follow your instincts

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
February 12, 2015

Growing up, people will always give you tips about life. Although most advice that is given is meant...

Nicholls softball determined to bring in winning culture

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
February 12, 2015

The 2015 Nicholls State University softball team is determined to bring a winning culture this season...

Danzel Major, a Psychology Senior from New Orleans, participating in the Student Programming Association’s Spicy Chicken Eating Contest on Wednesday afternoon.

Colonel’s Retreat to host Man vs. Food competiton

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
February 5, 2015

The Colonel’s Retreat is hosting a monthly Man vs. Food competition this semester that will bring excitement...

Michael Okito, a native of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, is the first student from his country to attend Nicholls State University.

Nicholls’s first Congolese student enjoying Louisiana lifestyle

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
January 29, 2015

For anyone who has ever toured in the union at Nicholls State University or walked through Donald G....

Students should take advantage of New Year opportunities

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
January 22, 2015

Spring 2015 is underway and for college students, teachers, and faculty, that means it’s time to get...

Nicholls culinary graduate Haleigh Hocut compete in the 2015 San Pellegrino Almost Famous Chef Regional Competition in Chiago last week.

Recent Nicholls grad participates in cooking competition

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
January 22, 2015

Recent Nicholls graduate Haleigh Hocut has been pretty busy since graduating in fall 2014. Since...

The Colonels baseball team receives their degrees on the diamond after their final regular season last May.

Nicholls graduation rates highest amongst Conference

Desmond Hunter, Sports Writer
November 13, 2014

According to statistics released by the National Collegiate Athletic Association, the graduation rate...

Colonels ready for 2014-2015 basketball season

Desmond Hunter, Sports Writer
November 6, 2014

It’s finally November and for the Nicholls State University Men’s basketball team, the preparation...

Where are they now: Kristen Fillmore

Desmond Hunter, Sports Writer
October 30, 2014

Many student-athletes learn to develop a sense of pride for their college or university while playing...

Nicholls quarterback Kalen Henderson drops back to pass during the Colonels game against Stephen F. Austin State University on Oct. 11.

Football focuses on offensive balance versus Lamar

Desmond Hunter, Sports Writer
October 16, 2014

The Nicholls State University Colonels continue to pursue their first win of the season, after falling...

Athlete Closeup: Track and Field’s Tessni Carruthers

Desmond Hunter, Sports Writer
October 9, 2014

The 2014-2015 Nicholls State University Colonels women’s track and field team began their season of...

Athlete close-up: Spencer Valdespino

Desmond Hunter, Sports Writer
September 18, 2014

The Nicholls State University Colonels women soccer team is well into the 2014 season and for junior...

Colonels looking for first win against Henderson state

Desmond Hunter, Sports Writer
September 11, 2014

The Nicholls State University Colonels are still looking for the first win of the 2014 season after suffering...

Athlete closeup: Senior linebacker Davin Bovie

Desmond Hunter, Sports Reporter
August 28, 2014

If you roam around Nicholls State University campus long enough you will eventually encounter the 2014...

Club soccer team preparing for first season

Desmond Hunter, Sports Reporter
August 21, 2014

Around this time last fall a group of students were in the works of creating a men’s soccer club to...

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