Insider tips for surviving the second weekend of Jazz Fest Melissa Holman May 2, 2013 Each year, droves of locals and out-of-towners clad in flip-flops and tank tops flock to the New Orleans...
End of an Era Melissa Holman April 18, 2013 University President Stephen Hulbert will close a chapter of his life and begin a new one as he seeks...
University faces midyear cut Melissa Holman December 14, 2012 The Jindal Administration announced a $165.5 million mid-year cut this morning to various state entities,...
Students on campus to move to campus shelter tomorrow Melissa Holman August 27, 2012 Students currently in residence halls will be relocated to the Student Union ballroom on Tuesday for...
Classes resume Sept. 4 Melissa Holman August 27, 2012 Nicholls will remain closed through Friday, Aug. 31 as a result of Tropical Storm Isaac. Classes will...
Nicholls takes precautions as storm approaches Melissa Holman, Melissa Holman, Melissa Holman, Melissa Holman, and Melissa Holman August 27, 2012 The University has cancelled classes for Aug. 27 and 28 and is taking precautions in preparation for...
Reduction, layoffs loom Melissa Holman July 11, 2012 Even with an increase in tuition, the University will still face a $5, 272, 819 reduction...
Director, reality star speak at leadership camp Melissa Holman June 20, 2012 The closing ceremony of the Louisiana Girls Leadership Academy, held June 13 in the University's cotillion...
Role Reversal in Higher Education Melissa Holman January 18, 2012 Role ReverDu to a revenue shortfall announced by the Louisiana Rev- enue Estimating Committee days...
University prepares goals for next six years Melissa Holman November 15, 2011 Following several student forums and extensive discussions, the University is preparing a more concise...
Truck stolen on campus Melissa Holman November 15, 2011 Police are currently investigating the theft of a faculty vehicle stolen from campus Monday and recovered...
Scholarship established Melissa Holman November 15, 2011 A memorial scholarship for those affected by cancer has been established following the death of elementary...
Veteran’s Day tomorrow Melissa Holman November 8, 2011 Veterans, past and present, will be honored during a University ceremony in the quad tomorrow. "The...
Student Publications alumna dies unexpectedly Melissa Holman October 27, 2011 Marie Ory Dupont, Nicholls Worth editor from 2002-2004, died unexpectedly Sunday at her home at the...
Student-teachers evaluated Melissa Holman October 19, 2011 The Louisiana Board of Regents compiled and released the 2010-2011 Value-Added Teacher Assessment scores...
Entre Lab helps build businesses Melissa Holman October 19, 2011 The Louisiana Board of Regents compiled and released the 2010-2011 Value-Added Teacher Assessment scores...
Students teach via technology Melissa Holman October 19, 2011 Elementary school students from across Louisiana now have the opportunity to learn via the Internet...
Parking, crosswalk solutions discussed Melissa Holman September 14, 2011 Assistant vice president of administration Mike Davis and University Police chief Craig Jacuzzo...
Iconic chef to be honored Melissa Holman September 7, 2011 One of Louisiana's most iconic chefs and restaurateurs is set to receive the...
Sex offender bill passed Melissa Holman August 31, 2011 With the intention of providing as much protection as possible for students, faculty and staff,...
Sororities recruit new students on campus Melissa Holman August 24, 2011 As brightly colored recruitment signs and greek letters begin popping up in the Quad and other areas...
Blood Center requests student donations Melissa Holman August 24, 2011 The Blood Center will be at the Student Union on Aug. 31 and Sept. 1 to collect pints of blood for the...
Organizational leaders plan to improve student life Melissa Holman August 18, 2011 As the school year begins, top student leaders are preparing...
Cricket infestation around campus Melissa Holman July 6, 2011 Unwanted pests, crickets, have been spotted in several buildings on campus this summer. Administrative...
University awaits budget approval Melissa Holman July 6, 2011 In a recent interview on KNSU talk show, "Nicholls and U," executive vice president Larry Howell discussed...
Moodle conversion delayed Melissa Holman July 6, 2011 University students will not see the conversion from Blackboard to Moodle this summer as planned to...
Doucet fulfills interim position Melissa Holman July 6, 2011 John Doucet, associate professor of biological sciences and director of the University Honors Program,...
Former first daughter encourages girls Melissa Holman June 22, 2011 Former first daughter Barbara Bush encouraged young girls to use their skills for the greater good on...
Tuition to increase by 10 percent Melissa Holman June 22, 2011 Although two bills to increase higher education tuition failed in the state legislature last week, two...
University’s sugar institute draws international members Melissa Holman June 22, 2011 The University is currently playing host to sugar industry members from over 30 countries...
SGA president serves on Louisiana board Melissa Holman June 9, 2011 SGA president and government senior John Lombardo will serve as the student...
Ayo pool scheduled to reopen Melissa Holman June 9, 2011 As the heat of summer begins, students, faculty, staff and visitors will soon have...
Dean of arts and sciences retires after 31 years of service Melissa Holman June 9, 2011 Dean of college of arts and sciences Badiollah Asrabadi, will be retiring at the...
Blackboard to convert to Moodle Melissa Holman April 13, 2011 Students will begin to see the transition from Blackboard to Moodle and the ushering in of new usernames...
Nicholls recognizes student employess Melissa Holman April 6, 2011 National Student Employment Week, April 10-16, is a time to acknowledge the hard work done by student...
Nominees for Mr., Ms. Nicholls reflect on accomplishments Melissa Holman and Melissa Holman March 29, 2011 The six students vying for this year's titles of Mr. and Ms. Nicholls recently reflected on their...
Nicholls offers FASFA worshops to students Melissa Holman and Melissa Holman March 29, 2011 The Office of Financial Aid will be offering several workshops to help students fill out the Free Application...
SGA, SPA future leaders prepare for upcoming year Melissa Holman and Melissa Holman March 22, 2011 With preparations for the 2011-2012 school year underway, the Student Government Association and Student...
Cafeteria passes inspections Melissa Holman March 1, 2011 Sodexo-run Vernon F. Galliano Hall Cafeteria is running without any health risks, contrary to rumors...
SGA, SPA leaders offer advice to future officers Melissa Holman February 23, 2011 As Student Government Association and Student Programming Association elections grow near, the top leaders...
Fee collections identify counter Melissa Holman February 16, 2011 A recent attempt to use what was thought to be counterfeit money on campus is proof the security system...
SGA regularly offers free legal services to students Melissa Holman February 16, 2011 Students seeking free legal advice or services can see attorney Andrew Wise when he stops by the Student...
Gmail switch made easier by keeping old formats Melissa Holman February 4, 2011 In an effort to avoid confusion in the conversion to Gmail on Feb. 12, usernames and passwords will...
Gmail switch made easier by keeping old formats Melissa Holman February 3, 2011 In an effort to avoid confusion in the conversion to Gmail on Feb. 12, usernames and passwords will not...
Construction continues on drive-thru and indoor cafes Melissa Holman January 27, 2011 Jazzman's Café will be returning in a new location with added features in June, but a new Student...
Student e-mail account transition to take place Feb. Melissa Holman January 20, 2011 The switch from Groupwise WebAccess to Gmail has been postponed until Feb. 12. Tom Bonvillain, director...
SGA red letter campaign begins later this semester Melissa Holman January 20, 2011 The Student Government Association will be holding a letter writing campaign, first discussed last semester,...
Nicholls to switch from Groupwise and Blackboard Melissa Holman November 18, 2010 University students can expect to see changes with their e-mail and Blackboard in the upcoming semesters.Groupwise...
Bite of the Arts to serve Spanish-themed cuisine Melissa Holman November 11, 2010 A celebration of Spanish influence in local Cajun and Creole cuisine is on the menu at this year's Bite...
Rec center construction set to begin in December Melissa Holman November 11, 2010 Ground-breaking for the rec center is tentaively set for Dec. 15 as Lamar Contractors Inc. of Luling...
Defense class offered for Nicholls women Melissa Holman November 4, 2010 Rape Aggression Defense classes, designed to bring awareness to sexual assault and teach participants...
Food options to be revamped Melissa Holman October 28, 2010 Sodexo Food Services is currently working to open several new establishments at the University.Brenda...
Student groups begins anti-budget cut campaigns Melissa Holman October 21, 2010 Stand Up, the student-formed organization founded to fight higher education budget cuts, is working on...
Cash available for all student organizations Melissa Holman October 7, 2010 The Student Government Association and Student Programming Association have teamed up to offer a cash...
Homecoming king and queen reflect on week’s events Melissa Holman September 30, 2010 University president Stephen Hulbert crowned Student Government Association nominee John Lombardo and...
Alive At Five Melissa Holman September 23, 2010 Alive at Five, tomorrow's Homecoming event sponsored by the Student Programming Association, will take...
Student government welcomes newly elected freshmen Melissa Holman September 16, 2010 Newly elected Student Government Association freshman and University College senators share a common...
SGA to hold fall 2010 elections Melissa Holman September 9, 2010 The Student Government Association will be holding its fall elections for the 2010 Homecoming Court from...
Faculty switch to Banner system Melissa Holman September 2, 2010 With the transition complete, faculty at the University are now using the internet to access the online...
Additional student fees explained by department heads Melissa Holman September 2, 2010 Full time students were charged a minimum of $600 in legislative, University registration and assessed,...
Financial Aid moves to Banner System Melissa Holman August 26, 2010 The transition from ICAN to Banner has been a welcome change and has allowed the Financial Aid department...
SGA,SPA want students opinions,ready to work Melissa Holman August 19, 2010 As the fall 2010 semester begins, two of the University's largest organizations, SGA and SPA, prepare...
Banner system increases protection, organization Melissa Holman August 19, 2010 Passwords for student accounts are being changed to strengthen security as the University prepares for...
Students approve rec. center fee Melissa Holman April 29, 2010 Students voted to pass the self-assessed fee to fund the operation of the recreation center with 760...
University to switch e-mail providers Melissa Holman April 22, 2010 Students may see a change in their school e-mail accounts as the University prepares to switch from Groupwise...
Summer Pell grants an option for students Melissa Holman April 22, 2010 Pell-grant eligible students enrolled full-time for the fall and spring semesters may be eligible to...
Bookstore offers textbook rentals Melissa Holman April 22, 2010 Students will be able to rent textbooks through the University bookstore beginning fall 2010.The service,...
Fewer students in residence halls compared to fall Melissa Holman April 15, 2010 There are fewer students utilizing on campus housing this semester compared to last fall semester, which...
Shortened workweek to be reimplemented Melissa Holman April 1, 2010 Nicholls will reinstate a compressed workweek this summer due to it saving the University more than $175,000...
Election candidates compete for students’ votes Melissa Holman April 1, 2010 Students on the ballot for the upcoming Student Government Association and Student Programming Association...
Lecture, luncheon to honor women Melissa Holman March 25, 2010 In conjunction with the Bonnie Bourg Lecture Series, the University will hold the annual Women's History...
Budget cuts keep pool closed Melissa Holman March 18, 2010 Ayo Swimming Pool, which normally opens in April, will remain closed this year due to budget cuts that...
Complaints made about speed of Web Melissa Holman March 11, 2010 Students living on campus have been complaining about poor Internet quality in residence halls and La...
Library affected by budget cut demands Melissa Holman March 11, 2010 Despite the budget cuts the University has endured since January 2009, Ellender Memorial Library has...