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Letter from the editor: Four years and 107 papers later

Ross Landry
May 1, 2014

    On May 1, 2013, I was officially named the 2013-2014 Nicholls Worth editor-in-chief...

University President Bruce Murphy and Monique Crochet, director of alumni affairs, pose for one of Murphy’s first photographs as Nicholls’ fifth president after being appointed last September.

Nicholls to hold its first-ever presidential inauguration

Ross Landry
March 26, 2014

Nicholls State University will hold its first ever Presidential Inauguration next week in honor of its...

Letter from the Editor: A Response to Nicholls Confessions

Ross Landry
November 7, 2013

I believe it's time to clear a few things up. To say that last week's editorial caused a stir on the...

Bruce Murphy acknowledges the audience of Nicholls faculty, staff, administrators and students just moments after hearing that he was selected to become the next president of Nicholls State University.

Colonel of the Colonels

Ross Landry
September 12, 2013

Bruce T. Murphy can now add a second Colonel to his title after being unanimously named the fifth President...

Mirta Martin and Bruce Murphy talk to the media after their interviews last Monday and Wednesday, respectively.

And Then There Were Two

Ross Landry
September 5, 2013

After spending three days interviewing the six remaining candidates, the Nicholls State University Presidential...

Letter From the Editor

Ross Landry
August 22, 2013

Out with the old and in with the new. Allow me to introduce you to The Nicholls Worth 2.0. All summer,...

As part of the capital outlay proposal that was approved last month, the current press box at Didier Field will be demolished and replaced with a larger one, and a roof will be built over the bleachers. The project is expected to cost $500,000.

Renovations Approved

Ross Landry
July 11, 2013

Nicholls will begin three major renovation projects over the next few years after members of the Louisiana...

A crane operator and ground workers lift a movable bulkhead over the Crawfish Aquatics building and place it into J. J. Ayo Pool on June 12. This bulkhead will allow the pool to change from one 50 meter pool to two 25 meter pools to use for competitions.

Time To Upgrade

Ross Landry
June 20, 2013

Renovations to J. J. Ayo Pool continued last week when workers lifted and installed a floating, movable...

Police officers running to the sound of gun fire during Thibodaux’s city wide emergency drill at E. D. White Wednesday morning.

Practice Makes Perfect

Ross Landry
June 6, 2013

Roads were blocked, blank shots were fired and actors wept fake tears and bled fake blood as local law...

How University Police handled last month’s bomb threat

Ross Landry
June 6, 2013

University Police was on high alert May 18 after an anonymous caller dialed 911, stating that a bomb...

“Message to the Masses

Student releases book of poetry to the masses

Ross Landry
January 24, 2012

The same mind that created SickFreak Inc., Adrian Bourgeois, accounting senior from Raceland, has switched...

State plans coastal restoration, hurricane preparation

Ross Landry
January 24, 2012

Area residents gathered at the Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center on Tuesday for an open house and public...

Assistant professor finds success in writing fiction

Assistant professor finds success in writing fiction

Ross Landry
January 18, 2012

Some authors write to have their work published and spread to the masses while others write only as...

Starting from top left

Growing for a cause: Students participate in Movember

Ross Landry
November 8, 2011

November: a time for sweaters, turkey, campfires and facial hair—wait, what? During this month,...

Tony Fonseca, assistant librarian at Ellender Memorial Library, shows off some of the books that he has co-edited and co-authored on Tuesday in his office located in the reference section of Ellender Memorial Library.

Librarian reflects on his favorite time of the year

Ross Landry
October 27, 2011

To some people, Halloween may be just one step closer to Christmas or another excuse to pig-out on candy,...

Formed in Tempe, Ariz. in 1987, the Gin Blossoms have had several Billboard Top 100 hits and maintain a cross-generational fan base over the past two decades.

Kasasa Rocks Nicholls to host free Gin Blossoms concert

Ross Landry
October 27, 2011

The Gin Blossoms will be playing in the front of campus near Elkins Hall as a part of Kasasa Rocks Nicholls,...

Brandon Cole, culinary arts junior from Jonesboro, shows off his Humans vs. Zombies gear Oct. 26, 2010 in the Student Union.

Fourth Humans vs. Zombies game starts next week

Ross Landry
October 19, 2011

Starting next week, Nicholls State University will become the battleground of a war between the living...

Nicholls goes to the wild side

Ross Landry
September 28, 2011

After traveling the world as a wilderness guide, Richmond Eustis, assistant professor of English and...

Brian Ellender, instructor of languages and literature, leads a CrossFit training session with attendee John Benoit, finance graduate, on Wednesday in the Shaver Gym Studio.

CrossFit workout sessions open for everyone

Ross Landry and Ross Landry
September 21, 2011

Students and faculty members now have the opportunity to increase their physical performance through...

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Technology brings convenience to students

Ross Landry
September 14, 2011

Thanks to the work of the new Office of Information Technology, being a student at Nicholls has never...

Alongside the skull of an eleven-foot-eight inch alligator, Richard Borne, custodian, displays the mighty jaws of this monster that was killed in a pond on his property about a year and a half ago.

Custodian catches and relocates alligators

Ross Landry
September 7, 2011

      Peltier Hall is home to a few peculiar things:  an abundance...

Discussing his graphic design in "Wetlands Webliography," William Charron, Library Specialist 3, shows off his handcrafted copper mosquitoes in Ellender Memorial Library on Monday.

Specialist brings art to the library

Ross Landry
August 31, 2011

  Waterbugs flooded the sidewalks in 2010, crickets invaded buildings in the spring and now Nicholls...

The new music center will be located in the Arts and Multimedia room in the rear of the first floor of Ellender Memorial Library.

New Music center to be located in library

Ross Landry
August 24, 2011

  Students will be able to try their hands at various musical instruments later this semester in...

Nick Gremillion, MCBJ senior from Covington, works in the KNSU radio studio on Wednesday.

New KNSU manager brings fresh sounds

Ross Landry
August 18, 2011

While nearly every student at Nicholls State University has explored Talbot Hall, few have taken the...

Barista Sarah LeBert, senior english major from Praireville, welcomes a customer to the new Jazzman’s cafe and bakery on Tuesday.

Nicholls Gets Jazzed

Ross Landry
August 18, 2011

After an absence in the spring semester, students are now welcomed to the newly opened Jazzman's Café...

Nursing students study for a test on Monday in Ellender Memorial Library. From left, Shawn Champagne, junior from Bourg; Allyson Fey, junior from Luling; and Nicole Comeaux, junior from Luling.

Students share study habits as finals draw near

Ross Landry
April 20, 2011

With spring break starting next week and final exams right around the corner, students are hitting the...

Grammy-nominated electric harpist Deborah Henson-Conant performs Monday in Talbot Theater as part of the Jubilee festivities.

Nicholls hosts Grammy nominated electric harpist

Ross Landry
April 13, 2011

As a part of the 13th annual Festival of the Arts Jubilee, Nicholls welcomed Deborah Henson-Conant,...

Students kick off their shoes for children in need

Ross Landry and Ross Landry
April 6, 2011

Students walked barefoot to raise awareness for children without shoes Tuesday for the TOMS Day Without...

Michael Williams, assistant professor of sculpture, helps Ariel Martin, art sophomore from Houma, construct a plan on Tuesday for her upcoming project.

Teacher Feature

Ross Landry and Ross Landry
March 30, 2011

Michael Williams, assistant professor of sculpture, has made Nicholls his home after traveling across...

Thibodaux to celebrate the Arts

Ross Landry and Ross Landry
March 23, 2011

Nicholls students and members of the community are invited to the fourth annual Thibodaux Arts Walk...

Notes on Notes

Ross Landry and Ross Landry
March 23, 2011

After releasing a new extended play and signing to Rise Records, Memphis May Fire adds to its list of...

Graffiti: vandalism, or unlikely voice of reason?

Graffiti: vandalism, or unlikely voice of reason?

Ross Landry and Ross Landry
March 16, 2011

When using any public restroom, the appearance of graffiti on the walls is unavoidable. What starts...

Notes on Notes

Ross Landry and Ross Landry
March 15, 2011

After the return of vocalists Jonny Craig and Jon Mess, Dance Gavin Dance released their new album,...

Teacher Feature

Ross Landry and Ross Landry
March 3, 2011

While navigating through the maze that is Polk Hall, students may come across the small office of a...

Notes on Notes

Ross Landry and Ross Landry
March 1, 2011

The Vans Warped Tour is by far one of the biggest and most anticipated tours of the year. It features...

Notes on Notes

Ross Landry
February 23, 2011

After a very successful first album, metalcore/post-hardcore band, I See Stars became one of the biggest...

Nicholls to host 2011 Louisiana Swamp Stomp festival

Ross Landry
February 23, 2011

The Nicholls student body, along with the entire community, is invited to attend the third annual Louisiana...

Notes on Notes

Ross Landry
February 16, 2011

As of Tuesday the United Kingdom's own, Asking Alexandria, released its second single from their upcoming...

Leith Adams, instructor of biological sciences, holds his red-tailed boa, Jörmungand, during his Biology 106 class on Monday in Gouaux Hall.

Biology professor balances work with multiple hobbies

Ross Landry
February 16, 2011

Leith Adams, biology professor, is the most interesting man in the world; he doesn't always drink beer,...

Tyler Folse, pre-physical therapy junior from Cut Off, hugs his girlfriend Leslie Moss, pre-dental hygiene sophomore from Raceland, before dropping her off at the Delta Zeta meeting on Monday.

Students share plans for Valentine’s Day festivities

Ross Landry
February 9, 2011

Many students have plans for Valentine's Day, whether they love or hate the holiday. Joey Adams, culinary...

Notes on Notes

Ross Landry and Ross Landry
February 9, 2011

After the introduction of new bands in 2009 and 2010, 2011 will be a great year in the world of post-hardcore...

Notes on Notes

Ross Landry
February 7, 2011

Since 2009, Asking Alexandria has undoubtedly become one of the most popular metalcore bands of its...

Ms. Eunice hands a student his receipt on Monday in the Galliano Dining Hall. Ms. Eunice said she loves working at Nicholls and doesn’t believe in bad days.

Cafeteria cashier appreciated by many students

Ross Landry
February 4, 2011

Every student who has eaten in the cafeteria knows Ms. Eunice. Ms. Eunice is a cashier and one of the...

Ms. Eunice hands a student his receipt on Monday in the Galliano Dining Hall.  Ms. Eunice said she loves working at Nicholls and doesn't believe in bad days.

Cafeteria cashier appreciated by many students

Ross Landry
February 3, 2011

Every student who has eaten in the cafeteria knows Ms. Eunice. Ms. Eunice is a cashier and one of the...

Notes on Notes

Ross Landry
February 3, 2011

Since 2009, Asking Alexandria has undoubtedly become one of the most popular metalcore bands of its generation....

Melvin Harrison (left), assistant director for the Student Union, listens as Warren Snowden, freshman from Harvey, reads his part during Monday's rehearsal for the upcoming Nicholls Players production "A Lesson Before Dying."

Nicholls Players to perform “A Lesson Before Dying”

Ross Landry
January 28, 2011

The Nicholls Players will be performing "A Lesson Before Dying" March 17-20 in place of "The Great American...

Melvin Harrison (left), assistant director for the Student Union, listens as Warren Snowden, freshman from Harvey, reads his part during Monday's rehearsal for the upcoming Nicholls Players production "A Lesson Before Dying."

Nicholls Players to perform “A Lesson Before Dying

Ross Landry
January 27, 2011

The Nicholls Players will be performing "A Lesson Before Dying" March 17-20 in place of "The Great American...

Owl City Review

Ross Landry
January 27, 2011

With the technological advancements over the last few years and increased "user-friendliness" of music...

Notes on Notes

Ross Landry
January 20, 2011

Welcome to Notes on Notes-a new form of the Rockin' Review from last semester. I decided to switch things...

A no- smoking sign is displayed on Acadia Drive. As of January 1, Nicholls has become a tobacco-free campus..

Nicholls’ tobacco-free policy receives mixed feelings

Ross Landry
January 20, 2011

Nicholls students and faculty share mixed feelings regarding the new campus-wide tobacco free policy...

Students perform CPR to save fellow classmate’s life

Ross Landry
November 18, 2010

A life was saved on Tuesday by the quick acts of two Nicholls students. In a World History class, a...

The Rockin’ Review

Ross Landry
November 18, 2010

A Day To Remember is one of the most unique bands in the business. The five piece from Ocala, Florida...

Rockin’ Review

Ross Landry
November 11, 2010

As of November 2, the creative minds at Fearless Records released their tenth installment of their "Punk...

Junior wide receiver Kenyad Blair

Questions & Answers

Ross Landry
November 11, 2010

Junior wide receiver Kenyad Blair leads the Colonels in receiving yards for the season.This season, Blair...

Rockin’ Review

Ross Landry
November 4, 2010

Last week's review was on Memphis May Fire's debut album, "Sleepwalking" and I gave it a 4.5 out of 5....

Nicholls television goes viral

Ross Landry
November 4, 2010

Nicholls joins the Internet community with the creation of a new YouTube channel.The channel, called...

Sophomore Jesse Turner runs the ball during Saturday's game against Central Arkansas.

Turner continues brilliant play

Ross Landry
October 28, 2010

After playing eight games as a redshirt freshman, sophomore running back Jesse Turner gains playing time...

Ross’ Rockin’ Review

Ross Landry
October 28, 2010

This week's review goes to one of my favorite bands. After seeing them live at The Highground venue in...

Members of the Baptist Collegiate Ministry discuss strategy during their flag football game Tuesday at the St. Thomas Aquinas field.

Intramurals scheduled, registration continues

Ross Landry
October 28, 2010

Intramural flag football began this week and will continue for the next month. Games will be played every...

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

Questions & Answers

Ross Landry
October 21, 2010

After seeing substantial playing time in her freshman season, sophomore volleyball player Jasmine Harris...

Rocky Horror Picture Show makes another appearance

Ross Landry
October 21, 2010

The Gay-Straight Alliance will offer a free screening of the cult classic "Rocky Horror Picture Show"...

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

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

Ross Landry
October 7, 2010

Troy Landry of Pierre Part, Louisiana gains celebrity status in south Louisiana.Landry is one of several...

Enter Shikari

Ross’ Rockin’ Review

Ross Landry
October 7, 2010

This week's band is from Hertfordshire, England and came together in 2003. They released their first...

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

Ross’ Rockin’ Review

Ross Landry
September 30, 2010

This week's review is on a band that is relatively new to the genre. Named after the popular novel, Of...

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

Colonel alum hired in athletics dept.

Ross Landry
September 30, 2010

Nicholls Athletics Director Rob Bernardi announced the hiring of former Colonel basketball player Brandon...

Nicholls iPhone app released

Ross Landry
September 30, 2010

Students in the Department of Computer Science released a free iPhone application to help students, faculty...

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

Loyd transitions from player to coach

Ross Landry
September 23, 2010

Jaye Loyd begins her first season as an assistant coach at Nicholls after playing at the University of...

The Devil Wears Prada

Ross’ Rockin’ Review

Ross Landry
September 23, 2010

They have five CDs to date, a movie-at least with the same name, and they are the 2009 Alternative Press...

Questions and Answers

Ross Landry
September 23, 2010

Rachel Yezak, junior of mass communications prepares for volleyball season after an impressive sophomore...

Ross’ Rockin’ Review

Ross Landry
September 16, 2010

It's been a while since a great new alternative band has come around. We've all heard of The Killers,...

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

Slow Internet complaints stir admin to find solution

Ross Landry
September 16, 2010

The Office of Housing and Resident Life and University Computing Services are working on a solution for...

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

Questions & Answers

Ross Landry
September 9, 2010

Kadi Whisnant is a senior from Baton Rouge majoring in family & consumer sciences. This is her fourth...

Francois T. Gouaux Hall

Gouaux goes “green” in environmental awareness effort

Ross Landry
September 9, 2010

With the help of the Student Government Association and the Biology Society, G.R.E.E.N. will be placing...

Image taken from Last.FM

Ross’ Rockin’ Review

Ross Landry
September 9, 2010

This week's review is of one of the most anticipated metalcore albums of the year. Miss May I's first...

Ross’ Rockin’ Review

Ross Landry
September 2, 2010

The internet basically dominates today's society. This gives people, especially bands, the opportunity...

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

Bookstore seen as less than satisfactory to students

Ross Landry
September 2, 2010

Students have been unsatisfied with the lack of books and supplies at the Nicholls University Bookstore.Since...

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

Kristen Fillmore transitions from player to coach

Ross Landry
September 2, 2010

Kristen Fillmore, assistant womens' soccer coach, has gone from player to spectator and finally coach...

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

Former student officer hired as University policeman

Ross Landry
August 26, 2010

Former student officer Alex Barnes returned to University Police as a fully certified police officer,...

Lead singer Kellin Quinn, left, and Ross Landry.

Ross’ Rockin’ Review

Ross Landry
August 26, 2010

It is no secret that music takes a huge part of everyone-especially college students'-lives. I, for one,...

Shantelle Boudreaux, culinary arts sophomore from Golden Meadow, chops carrots during a class last year in Gouaux Hall.

Culinary institute relocates progran to Carmel Inn

Ross Landry
August 19, 2010

The John Folse Culinary institute moved its Bistro Program to the Carmel Inn while development for a...

Questions and Answers

Ross Landry
August 19, 2010

Junior goalkeeper Molly Mersereau started all 20 of Nicholls' matches in her sophomore year and led the...

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