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Evan Dauterive, head athletic trainer, wraps a Colonel football player's ankle before practice on Wednesday, March 14.

[Photo] Evolution of Athletic Training profession will affect students nationwide

Katherine Kelly, Sports Editor
April 25, 2018

Evan Dauterive, head athletic trainer, wraps a Colonel football player's ankle before practice on Wednesday,...

Emani White #0 a senior from New Orleans runs with the ball during the Troy Vs. Nicholls basketball game that took place on December 14, 2016 in Stopher Gym.

[Photo] Women’s basketball opens 2017-18 season this Friday

Katherine Kelly, Sports Editor
November 9, 2017

Emani White #0 a senior from New Orleans runs with the ball during the Troy Vs. Nicholls basketball game...

Jeremy Rounds, #22 from Gray, LA scores a touchdown against Prairie View A&M Sept. 16.

[Photo] Getting to know the “O-Train”

Daniel Benitez, Sports Writer
November 7, 2017

Jeremy Rounds, #22 from Gray, LA scores a touchdown against Prairie View A&M Sept. 16.

Helen Thomas, assitant archivist, stands next to World War I exhibit in Ellender Memorial Library.

[Photo] More than just books: Library feature

October 10, 2017

Helen Thomas, assitant archivist, stands next to World War I exhibit in Ellender Memorial Library.

Stephanie Tobison #5 junior from Carol Stream, Ill. jumps to spike the ball at the Nicholls Colonels Vs. Southern Jaguars on August 31, 2016 at Stopher Gym.

[Photo] Volleyball travels to New Orleans Friday

Daniel Benitez, Sports Writer
September 8, 2017

Stephanie Tobison #5 junior from Carol Stream, Ill. jumps to spike the ball at the Nicholls Colonels...

Brieanna Hill #2 a sophomore from Berwick spikes the ball durring the Nicholls Colonels Vs. the Arkansas Sugar Bears that was on Thursday, September 22nd at the Stopher gym.

[Photo] Volleyball starts off season 0-3 at invitational tournament

Daniel Benitez, Sports Writer
August 30, 2017

Brieanna Hill #2 a sophomore from Berwick spikes the ball durring the Nicholls Colonels Vs. the Arkansas...

Offensive and defensive linemen get into formation on the line of scrimmage at afternoon practice on Tuesday, September 1.

[Photo] Football hungry for success in 2017 campaign

Katherine Kelly, Sports Editor
August 30, 2017

Offensive and defensive linemen get into formation on the line of scrimmage at afternoon practice on...

Nicholls baseball team joined by a local youth baseball team, the Huskies, pauses for the national anthem against Southern University March 22.

[Photo] Nicholls baseball looks to bounce back against TSU

Gunnar Gilbreath, Sports Writer
March 30, 2017

Nicholls baseball team joined by a local youth baseball team, the Huskies, pauses for the national anthem...

Josie Graham, SGA Vice President Pro-Tempore, reads the La Pirogue resolution during the SGA meeting Monday, March 27.

[Photo] SGA to administration: Cease plans for yearbook fund reallocation

Francesca D’Agostino, Staff Writer
March 30, 2017

Josie Graham, SGA Vice President Pro-Tempore, reads the La Pirogue resolution during the SGA meeting...

Landon Foster (left) and Joshua Dimattia (right) of Kappa Alpha fraternity compete in the annual Greek Pirogue Races.

[Photo] Greek Week activities will conclude tonight

Kathleen Rodrigue, Staff Writer
March 23, 2017

Landon Foster (left) and Joshua Dimattia (right) of Kappa Alpha fraternity compete in the annual Greek...

The construction area outside of the main entrance to the Bollinger Memorial Student Union on Wednesday February 15.

[Photo] Union construction causes mixed feelings for students

Claire Blanchard, Staff Writer
February 16, 2017

The construction area outside of the main entrance to the Bollinger Memorial Student Union on Wednesday...

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

[Photo] Nicholls alumnus discusses some of his life achievements

Juana Martinez, Lagniappe Editor
February 9, 2017

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

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

[Photo] Town Hall Discussion kicks off African American History Month

Desmond Hunter, Staff Writer
February 2, 2017

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

President Bruce Murphy address the Nicholls faculty and staff about the August flood relief at the State of the University address January 11.

[Photo] Murphy discusses Board of Regents Response to Act 619

Ana Pizzolio, News Editor
January 19, 2017

President Bruce Murphy address the Nicholls faculty and staff about the August flood relief at the State...

Chase Fourcade looks for an open receiver during the annual River Bell Classic vs. Southeastern last night.

[Photo] Colonels fall to Southeastern in River Bell Classic

Collin Brazan, Sports Writer
November 18, 2016

Chase Fourcade looks for an open receiver during the annual River Bell Classic vs. Southeastern last...

Joao Felipe da Fraga(Brazil), Fabio Dantas Costa (Brazil), Gavin Chauvin(USA), and Alyssa Gaudet (USA) perform “Lucy in the sky with Diamonds” perform at the International Banquet that was held in the Ballroom on November 6th.

[Photo] Nicholls International Community hosted its ninth banquet

Claire Blanchard, Staff Writer
November 10, 2016

Joao Felipe da Fraga(Brazil), Fabio Dantas Costa (Brazil), Gavin Chauvin(USA), and Alyssa Gaudet (USA)...

#20 Cassidy Barrios freshman from Lockport passes the ball against Texas A&M Corpus Christi January 16, 2016.

[Photo] Women’s basketball hope to live up to season expectations

Collin Brazan, Sports Writer
November 10, 2016

#20 Cassidy Barrios freshman from Lockport passes the ball against Texas A&M Corpus Christi January 16,...

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

[Photo] Coach Riley ready for first year as head of Colonels Basketball

Desmond Hunter, Sports Editor
November 3, 2016

Nicholls’ new head basketball coach Richie Riley speaks at a press conference at the Callais Recreation...

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

[Photo] Nicholls names new Athletic Director

Desmond Hunter, Sports Editor
October 11, 2016

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

Jess from Houma.

Jess from Houma.

Jake from State Farm.

Jake from State Farm.

Jake from State Farm.

Jake from State Farm.

Members of Kappa Sigma fraternity scream with excitement as they accept a new bid on Bid Day September 17th.

[Photo] Getting to know the seven Greek fraternities on campus

Claire Blanchard, Staff Writer
September 22, 2016

Members of Kappa Sigma fraternity scream with excitement as they accept a new bid on Bid Day September...

Norman Hunt, Sodexo Executive Chef, shows reporters the new vegan nosh bar located in Galliano Dining Hall Wednesday morning.

[Photo] Cafeteria promotes changes to improve dining experience

Ana Pizzolio, News Editor
September 8, 2016

Norman Hunt, Sodexo Executive Chef, shows reporters the new vegan nosh bar located in Galliano Dining...

Thibodaux Mayor Tommy Eschete (center left) and Nicholls President Bruce Murphy (center right) lead students, faculty and fans in a “Geaux Colonels” chant after the deliverance of the Red Out Friday Proclamation August 22 at City Hall.

[Photo] Welcome Week wrap-up

Annie Knight, Staff Writer
August 29, 2016

Thibodaux Mayor Tommy Eschete (center left) and Nicholls President Bruce Murphy (center right) lead students,...

Members of Sigma Sigma Sigma, Delta Zeta, and Phi Mu await their newest members during Sorority Bid Day 2016.

[Photo] Bridging the gap of labels between Greeks and non-Greeks

Personal Opinion by: Annie Knight, Staff Writer
August 24, 2016

Members of Sigma Sigma Sigma, Delta Zeta, and Phi Mu await their newest members during Sorority Bid Day...

Nicholls professor Nick Mainieri teaches an English class Tuesday afternoon.

[Photo] Nicholls professor to publish first contemporary novel next Fall

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
November 5, 2015

Nicholls professor Nick Mainieri teaches an English class Tuesday afternoon.

High-fiving her team mates before taking on the UNO Privateers is #12 Anna Niederhauser, freshman from Switzerland.

[Photo] Colonels confident that team can turn around slow start to season

Ana Pizzolio, Sports Writer
October 15, 2015

High-fiving her team mates before taking on the UNO Privateers is #12 Anna Niederhauser, freshman from...

Kristen Waguespack, sophmore dietetics major from Thibadaux, meets with advisor Cambria Bouzigard Wednesday morning.

[Photo] Changes in student advising not to be expected until 2017

Sydney Landry, News Editor
October 15, 2015

Kristen Waguespack, sophmore dietetics major from Thibadaux, meets with advisor Cambria Bouzigard Wednesday...

SGA president Lillie Bourgeois speaks to student leaders at the biannual President’s Forum September 29th.

[Photo] Student Government Association proposes bandwith upgrade

Brad Kraemer Jr., Staff Writer
October 8, 2015

SGA president Lillie Bourgeois speaks to student leaders at the biannual President’s Forum September...

President Bruce Murphy addresses student leaders Tuesday afternoon in the Mardi Gras Suite at the bi-annual Presidential Forum.

[Photo] President Murphy addresses the concerns of student leaders

Sydney Landry, News Editor
October 1, 2015

President Bruce Murphy addresses student leaders Tuesday afternoon in the Mardi Gras Suite at the bi-annual...

A line forms at collections in Elkins Hall as students pay their fees the Friday before classes resume for the Fall 2015 semester.

[Photo] Students to see benefits of additional fees based on credit hours

Sydney Landry, News Editor
August 20, 2015

A line forms at collections in Elkins Hall as students pay their fees the Friday before classes resume...

Nicholls Police Officer White assists a student after an automobile accident.

[Photo] Budget cuts could possibly affect University Police

Betsy Davis, Staff Writer
April 30, 2015

Nicholls Police Officer White assists a student after an automobile accident.

Students across the state gather at the capitol to protest education budget cuts last Wednesday.

[Photo] Students participate in higher education protest at state Capitol

Sydney Landry, Staff Writer
April 23, 2015

Students across the state gather at the capitol to protest education budget cuts last Wednesday.

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

[Photo] Nicholls NAACP chapter celebrates annual organization week

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
April 16, 2015

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

Justin Sinibaldi, #39, a junior from Kenner, Louisiana, pitches at his game against Incarnate Word on April 2nd.

[Photo] Baseball improves offensively approaching midpoint of season

Rachel Klaus, Sports Editor
April 16, 2015

Justin Sinibaldi, #39, a junior from Kenner, Louisiana, pitches at his game against Incarnate Word on...

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

[Photo] Colonel baseball joins fight against childhood cancer

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
April 2, 2015

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

The Colonels baseball team hold their caps over their hearts for the national anthem before their game against Lamar University Cardinals on Mar. 17, 2015 at Ray E. Didier Field.

[Photo] Colonels to make adjustments before Southeastern game

Rachel Klaus, Sports Editor
March 26, 2015

The Colonels baseball team hold their caps over their hearts for the national anthem before their game...

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

[Photo] Students embrace sweatpants fashion trend on campus

Desmond Hunter, Lagniappe Editor
March 12, 2015

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

Marc Frazier rounds third base after hitting a home run against Utah.

[Photo] Colonels return home to play the Islanders this weekend

Rachel Klaus, Sports Editor
March 12, 2015

Marc Frazier rounds third base after hitting a home run against Utah.

The Nicholls State University fountain before its renovation period begins. The fountain is located by Lafourche Bayou across from Elkins Hall at the front of campus.

[Photo] Nicholls raises enough money to fix and maintain fountain

Melanie Cowan, Managing Editor
March 12, 2015

The Nicholls State University fountain before its renovation period begins. The fountain is located by...

Dr. Bruce Murphy addressing the faculty and staff of Nicholls State University at a Faculty Institute update.

[Photo] University introduces presentation amid budget speculation

Sean Ellis, Editor
February 26, 2015

Dr. Bruce Murphy addressing the faculty and staff of Nicholls State University at a Faculty Institute...

Nicholls head football coach, Tim Rebowe, addresses the media during a press conference in November. Rebowe announced his first recruiting class as Nicholls head football coach on National Signing Day on Feb. 6. All 26 of the players signed by the Colonels come from Louisiana high schools.

[Photo] Colonels football announces 2015 recruiting class

Rachel Klaus, Sports Editor
February 12, 2015

Nicholls head football coach, Tim Rebowe, addresses the media during a press conference in November....

Two Nicholls State University football players tackle a Southeastern Louisiana University player during the Colonels’ meeting with the Lions last November. Football players are highly susceptible to head injuries during games.

[Photo] Post-concussion symptoms pose serious threat to athletes

Rachel Klaus, Sports Editor
January 29, 2015

Two Nicholls State University football players tackle a Southeastern Louisiana University player during...

Nicholls State University football coach Tim Rebowe is interviewed during press conference to announce his hiring.

[Photo] New coach Rebowe to bring excitement to Colonel Nation

Rachel Klaus, Sports Editor
January 22, 2015

Nicholls State University football coach Tim Rebowe is interviewed during press conference to announce...

Librarians Sarah Simms (left) and Hayley Johnson (right) pose in front of a part of the exhibit “Changing America: The Emancipation Proclamation, 1863 and the March on Washington, 1963.

[Photo] Library hosting Emancipation Proclamation and civil rights exhibit

Sydney Landry, Staff Writer
November 6, 2014

Librarians Sarah Simms (left) and Hayley Johnson (right) pose in front of a part of the exhibit “Changing...

Four of the candidates who attended the Meet and Greet sponsered by the Student Government Association line up for a photo.

[Photo] Students meets candidates ahead of midterm elections

Sheyla Sicily, Staff Writer
October 30, 2014

Four of the candidates who attended the Meet and Greet sponsered by the Student Government Association...

Like Bayou Lafourche, bayous are an important part of South Louisiana’s culture.

[Photo] The importance of our unique Cajun Culture

Personal Opinion By: Katie DeRoche, Lagniappe Editor
September 25, 2014

Like Bayou Lafourche, bayous are an important part of South Louisiana’s culture.

A university police officer controls traffic on Ardoyne Dr. on Sept. 24.

[Photo] University police trying to tackle drug use on campus

Sheyla Sicily, Staff Writer
September 25, 2014

A university police officer controls traffic on Ardoyne Dr. on Sept. 24.

Donald G. Bollinger Memorial Student Union where the Student Programming Associations’ International Chocolate Day will be held next Wednesday.

[Photo] SPA to host International Chocolate Day in the union

Laura Boudreaux, Staff Writer
September 4, 2014

Donald G. Bollinger Memorial Student Union where the Student Programming Associations’ International...

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