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College of Education
Campus and Community
Multicultural Resource
Handbook
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Thibodaux, LA 70301
Table of Contents
Welcome—From the Dean of the College of Education
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Nicholls State University Mission
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College of Education Mission and Conceptual Framework
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Student Organizations
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Scholarship Opportunities
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Faculty and Staff
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Dean’s Welcome
Welcome to the College of Education at Nicholls State University.
The faculty, staff, and leaders of the College of Education are committed to the development of
highly qualified professionals who will be reflective-decision makers in their respective fields.
Our faculty members offer standards-based curricula, while still maintaining personal
connection. We work diligently to provide candidates quality experiences within the classroom
and in field experiences.
Our conceptual framework guides our programs and focuses on the development of professionals
who are responsible leaders engaged in professional practice. Through openness, transformation
and responsibility, our candidates develop and apply their professional knowledge and skills as
they move through their respective programs.
The College of Education is the “educational provider” for two academic departments: Teacher
Education and Psychology. Several undergraduate and graduate programs are offered in each
department. Most of our programs are nationally recognized through the National Council on
the Accreditation of Teacher Education, National Association of School Psychologists, and the
American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences.
Two of our current challenges are to offer additional classes and/or programs online and to reengage with professional development with our school districts and pertinent stakeholders.
If you have any questions or comments, please contact us. We invite you to visit us on campus to
explore what the College of Education has to offer.
Leslie Jones, PhD
Dean
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About Nicholls…………………………
Strategic Plan
Nicholls State University, a quality institution of higher education, is dedicated to meeting the
unique geographic and multi-cultural needs of south central Louisiana and beyond.
Mission
Nicholls State University is a student-centered regional institution dedicated to the education of a
diverse student body in a culturally rich and engaging learning environment through quality
teaching, research, and service. Nicholls supports the educational, cultural, and economic needs of
its service region and cultivates productive, responsible, and engaged citizens.
Vision Statement
Nicholls State University will be the institution of choice for students in the service region and
beyond as a result of the quality of programs, the dedication to individual student needs, and the
national recognition of unique programs and services.
Values
Nicholls State University supports values that promote citizenship, concern for self and others, and
the desire for a better world by embracing as its core values:
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Civic Responsibility: We use our time and talents to serve our community.
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Diversity: We embrace unique perspectives that all individuals bring to the learning
environment.
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Excellence: We reach for the highest level of achievement in all activities.
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Integrity: We expect fairness and truthfulness in all instances.
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Leadership: As representatives of the university, we embrace our role as leaders.
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Respectfulness: We respect the rights of others and are responsive to the needs of others.
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Responsibility: We are accountable for our actions.
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College of Education…………
Mission
The College of Education is dedicated to preparing high quality teachers, educational leaders,
school and psychological counselors, school psychologists and human service professionals who
effectively meet the diverse needs of Louisiana and the global community.
The college is strongly committed to service in area school systems and community agencies.
The mission of the College of Education is accomplished by a faculty committed to teaching,
community service, professional service and research.
Conceptual Framework
RESPONSIBLE LEADERS:
 Take responsibility for their own professional development;
 Engage in leadership in both the school and the community;
 Inquire into and serve the profession;
 Engage in ethical behaviors.
RESPONSIBLE LEADERS:
 Teach from the local ecology (culture, community, & environment);
 Demonstrate responsibility for inquiring into the local ecology;
 Use local knowledge to transform the learning of all students;
 Demonstrate responsibility for serving the needs of students and the community.
RESPONSIBLE LEADERS:
 Transform the lives of all students by creating positive learning environments;
 Use the curriculum to advocate for social change;
 Use technology to improve the lives of all students;
 Advocate for students in both the school and the community;
 Teach for the success of all students.
RESPONSIBLE LEADERS:
 Demonstrate an openness to change;
 Inquire into the relationship between cultural differences and learning;
 Inquire into the learning needs of students;
 Inquire into innovative teaching practices that meet the needs of all students;
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Student Organizations
Fraternities & Sororities
Inter-Fraternity Council (IFC) Active Chapters
Theta xi
United
1864
They Serve
Kappa Alpha Order
1865
Of God and
Women
Phi Kappa Theta
1959
Sigma Alpha
Epsilon
Give expecting
nothing thereof
True Gentlemen
1856
The Choice to
Kappa Sigma
1869
Number One
Second to
Tau Kappa Epsilon
Belong, the
1899
challenge to
become
None
Panhellenic Council (NPC) Active Chapters
”Behold the
Delta Zeta
1902
turtle; she only
makes progress
when she sticks
her neck out.“
Phi Mu
1852
Sigma Sigma
Sigma
“Faithful unto
Death”
1898
”Les Soeurs
Fideles”
National Panhellenic Council (NPHC) Active Chapters
Alpha Phi Alpha
1906
“First of All,
Servants of
All, We Shall
Delta Sigma Theta
1913
Transcend All,”
Kappa Alpha Psi
1911
"Achievement
In Every Field
Of Human
Endeavor."
Omega Psi Phi
“friendship is
1911
essential to
Sigma Gamma Rho
1922
‘Intelligence is
the torch of
wisdom”
"Greater Service,
Greater
Progress."
the soul”
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Student Organizations
Organization Name
Asian Culture Club
Campus Advisor
Advisor
Phone
Number
Type of
Organization
Jenna Porter
448-4164
Special Interest
Chad Young
448-4879
Religious
~ Inactive
Baptist Collegiate Ministry
Campus Crusade for Christ
Religious
~ Inactive
Chi Alpha
Curly Guidry
448-4684
Religious
Circle K International
Eugene Dial
448-4022
Service
Gay-Straight Alliance
Shane Walton
National Association for the
Advancement of Colored People
Michael Matherne
493-2741
Special Interest
Nicholls International Community
Marilyn Gonzalez
449-7038
Special Interest
Non-Traditional Women’s
Student Organization
Cynthia Dubois
448-4074
Special Interest
Precious Jewels
Victoria Smith
448-4390
Special Interest
Special Interest
~ Inactive
St. Thomas Campus Ministries
David Boudreaux
Religious
Students of Language
Mabelle Illidge
448-4434
Special Interest
Women’s Advancement
Organization
Sabrina Laurent
493-2743
Special Interest
Contact the Office of Student Life in the Bollinger Student
Union or at 985-449-7038 to obtain information about an
organization.
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Scholarship Opportunities
The office of Financial Aid is located in Otto Candies Hall. Students are encouraged to
contact the office for scholarship and other financial aid services available at 985-4484048. Applications for financial aid may also be downloaded from the financial aid website
along with additional information: http://www.nicholls.edu/finaid. Among the many
scholarships available to students at Nicholls State University the following are specifically
cited for minority students:
THE CAMILLE HEBERT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP IN EDUCATION: Awarded to a fulltime
student enrolled in a degree program in teacher education in the College of Education. The
recipient will be classified as a sophomore, junior, or senior and have earned a 3.25 GPA or higher
at the time of the award. The recipient shall hold the scholarship for two consecutive semesters. To
receive the scholarship for the second semester, the recipient must maintain a 3.25 GPA. Primary
consideration must go to a resident of Louisiana. Should there not be a qualified applicant from
Louisiana, the scholarship may be awarded to any other student who meets the criteria.
THE BRAXTON HEBERT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP IN EDUCATION: Awarded to a fulltime
student enrolled in a degree program in teacher education in the College of Education. The
recipient will be classified as a sophomore, junior, or senior and have earned a 3.25 GPA or higher
at the time of the award. The recipient shall hold the scholarship for two consecutive semesters. To
receive the scholarship for the second semester, the recipient must maintain a 3.25 GPA. Primary
consideration must go to a resident of Louisiana. Should there not be a qualified applicant from
Louisiana, the scholarship may be awarded to any other student who meets the criteria.
THE NORMAN SWANNER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP IN EDUCATION: Awarded to a full-time
student enrolled in the College of Education. The recipient will be classified as either a sophomore
or junior and will have earned a 2.50 GPA at the time of the award. The recipient shall hold the
scholarship for two consecutive semesters, providing all of the above criteria is met. Primary
consideration must go to a resident of Lafourche Parish. Should there not be a qualified applicant
from Lafourche Parish, the scholarship may be awarded to any other student who meets the
criteria.
THE HELEN ALENE MELANCON EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP:
Awarded to a high school graduate who demonstrates strong academic and leadership
achievements and plans to major in Education at Nicholls State University. The recipient must be
enrolled as a full-time student. (A full-time student is defined as a student enrolled in 12 or more
hours of credit courses.) The recipient may keep this scholarship for four years provided he or she
meets all the above criteria and maintains a 2.80 overall GPA. The recipient must also
demonstrate financial need.
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KEITH T. AND RITA R. HAMILTON ENDOWED MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP IN EDUCATION:
Awarded to a student with at least sophomore status and a minimum GPA of 3.250. The recipient
will perform three hours of service a week at a Lafourche or Terrebonne Parish elementary public
school. Service will consist of tutoring at-risk students, assisting teachers in the classroom
environment, or performing other services as deemed appropriate by the Lafourche or Terrebonne
Parish School Board staff and the Nicholls State University College of Education Supervisor of
Student Teaching.
LAFOURCHE ASSOCIATION FOR FAMILY AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP is
awarded to a full-time student who has completed a minimum of 72 semester hours majoring in the
area of Family and Consumer Sciences. The applicant must have a 3.00 or better overall average.
Character, purpose, and leadership are other qualities that will be considered in addition to
academic standing. Lafourche Parish students will be given priority, with students from surrounding
parishes receiving second preference.
LORRAINE M. COOKS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP: Awarded to an Education major.
Applicants must be enrolled full-time and must be of senior classification. Applicants must be
student teaching during the current semester. A minimum 3.20 GPA is required.
MARGARET V. JOLLEY FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a
full time student majoring in general family and consumer sciences. The recipient must be of at
least sophomore standing with at least a 3.0 grade point average. Need, personality, character,
purpose, and leadership are also considered.
PEGGY PALMER PERDUE SCHOLARSHIP: Awarded to a full-time education major of at least
sophomore standing who is a resident of Morgan City. Second preference goes to applicants from
St. Mary parish.
FLORINE A. PETIT EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a full time student majoring in
education of at least junior standing who is in need of financial assistance. Applicants must be from
the Tenth Ward of Lafourche Parish and maintain at least a 2.5 grade-point average each
semester. The scholarship is for $200 a semester through the senior year as long as the criteria
are met.
POLICE JURY ASSOCIATION OF LOUISIANA SCHOLARSHIP: All applicants must be a junior
level student in Political Science, Government or Education, with the major field being Political
Science, Government, or Social Studies. They must also be a resident of Louisiana, a Louisiana
high school graduate, of good moral character, and maintain a worthy scholastic average.
THE LINDSEY ROBERT FONTENOT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP: Awarded to a resident of
either Terrebonne or Lafourche parish. The recipient shall major in a field where he/she will be
able to advocate against drinking and driving (Education, Nursing and Allied Health, Sociology).
The student must be enrolled full-time at Nicholls State University and have achieved junior
standing. The student must have a 2.0 GPA or better and have demonstrated need for financial
assistance. A letter demonstrating his/her commitment to strong work ethic and to community
involvement must be submitted. The recipient will also be required to perform 10 hours of service
learning or community service each semester with the Terrebonne Alcohol and Drug Abuse
Council.
DR. JUDY THERIOT LEADERSHIP AWARD is awarded to a full-time student of senior standing
majoring in Family and Consumer Sciences, who has earned a 2.7 GPA with a 3.0 in FACS
courses.
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Scholarship Opportunities
Scholarship Websites
The following is a list of scholarship websites that are available for scholarship offerings.
Please refer to the sites for the latest offerings:
Nicholls State University
http://www.nicholls.edu/finaid
Arts Recognition and Talent Search (ARTS)
http://artsawards.org
Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship
http://www.act.org/goldwater/
The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institutes
http://www.chci.org/
Fastweb
http://www.fastweb.com
FinAid: The Smart Students Guide to Financial Aid Scholarships
http://www.finaid.org/scholarships/
Gates Millennium Scholars
http://www.gmsp.org/
Harry Truman Scholarship Foundation
http://www.truman.gov/
The Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF)
http://www.hsf.net/
Holocaust Remembrance Scholarships
http://holocaust.hklaw.com
The Jackie Robinson Foundation
http://www.jackierobinson.org/
The Morris K. Udall Foundation for Native Americans
http://www.udall.gov/
Nationally Coveted Scholarship
http://scholarships.fatomei.com
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NCAA Scholarships and Internships
http://www.ncaa.org/wps/wcm/connect/public/NCAA/Academics/Resources/NCAA+Scholarships
Rhodes Scholarship
http:// www.rhodesscholar.org
Ron Brown Scholarship
http://www.ronbrown.org/
Scholarship Gateway
http://www.blackexcel.org/link4.htm
State Farm Sponsored
National Merit Scholarship Corporation
http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/community/grants/foundation/state_farm_foundation_scholarship
s.asp
State Farm Hispanic Scholarship Fund
http://www.statefarm.com/about/part_spos/grants/hispanic.asp
Target Community
https://corporate.target.com/corporate-responsibility/grants
Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Fund
http://www.thurgoodmarshallfund.net/scholarship/about-scholarships-program
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Faculty and Staff
Dr. Leslie Jones, Dean*
College of Education
220 Polk Hall
Phone: 985.448.4325
E-mail: leslie.jones@nicholls.edu
Teacher Education
Bhattcharrya, Sumita (Dr.) *
249 Polk Hall
Phone: 985-448-4347
E-mail:
sumita.bhattacharyya@nicholls.edu
Block, Elizabeth (Dr.)
239 Polk Hall
Phone: 985-448-4819
E-mail:
elizabeth.block@nicholls.edu
Boudreaux, Natalie
244 Polk Hall
Phone: 985.448.4341
E-mail:
natalie.boudreaux@nicholls.edu
Crochet, Frances (Dr.)
226 Polk Hall
Phone: 985.448.4336
E-mail: fran.crochet@nicholls.edu
Dial, Eugene (Dr.)
Gautreaux, Grant (Dr.)
118 Polk Hall
Phone: 985-448-4316
Email:
grant.gautreaux@nicholls.edu
Guillot, Dennis
133 Polk Hall
Phone: 985-448-4926
Email: dennis.guillot@nicholls.edu
Hammerli, Angela
131 Shaver Gym
Phone: 985.448.4273
angela.hammerli@nicholls.edu
Hebert, Angelle
235 Polk Hall
Phone: 985.448.4866
angelle.hebert@nicholls.edu
Junot, Mary (Dr.)
121 Polk Hall
Phone: 985.448.4733
E-mail: mary.junot@nicholls.edu
Kirkley, Pamela (Dr.)
Student Teaching Director
228 Polk Hall
Phone: 985.448.4330
pamela.kirkley@nicholls.edu
Papa, Tiffany(Dr.)
233 Polk Hall
Phone: 985-448-4731
E-mail: tiffany.papa@nicholls.edu
Lauer, Lisa (Dr.)
242 Polk Hall
Phone: 985.448.4343
E-mail: lisa.lauer@nicholls.edu
Smith-Martin, Arrianna (Dr.)*
132 Polk Hall
Phone: 985.448.4298
arrianna.martin@nicholls.edu
Stall, Gregg (Dr.)
Department Head
138 Polk Hall
Phone: 985.448.4314
E-mail: gregg.stall@nicholls.edu
Triche, Stephen (Dr.)
232Polk Hall
Phone: 985.448.4337
stephen.triche@nicholls.edu
Vavasseur, Cynthia (Dr.)
139 Polk Hall
Phone: 985-448-4334
Cynthia.vavasseur@nicholls.edu
Norris, Norman Dale (Dr.)
241 Polk Hall
Phone: 985.448.4338
E-mail:
norman.norris@nicholls.edu
Roark, Susan (Dr.)
119 Polk Hall
Phone: 985.448.4319
E-mail: susan.roark@nicholls.edu
Theriot, Alyson
138 Polk Hall
Phone: 985.448.4339
E-mail: alyson.theriot@nicholls.edu
Vice President for Student Affairs and
Enrollment Services
Picciola Hall
Phone: 985.448.4022
E-mail: eugene.dial@nicholls.edu
Leah Peterson
245 Polk Hall
Phone: 985-448-4320
leah.peterson@nicholls.edu
* Minority faculty member
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Psychology
Boudreaux, Dwight
268 Polk Hall
Phone: 985.448.4355
E-mail:
dwight.boudreaux@nicholls.edu
Fanguy, Jessica (Dr.)
267 Polk Hall
Phone: 985-448-4352
Email:
Jessica.fanguy@nicholls.edu
Boudreaux, Monique (Dr.)
285 Polk Hall
Phone: 985.448.4354
E-mail:
monique.boudreaux@nicholls.edu
Folse, Earl II (Dr.)
255 Polk Hall
Phone: 985.448.4349
E-mail: earl.folse@nicholls.edu
Broussard, Carmen (Dr.)
256 Polk Hall
Phone: 985.448.4356
E-mail:
carmen.broussard@nicholls.edu
Mathis, Richard (Dr.)
Department Head
217 Polk Hall
Phone: 985.448.4370
E-mail:
richard.mathis@nicholls.edu
Rachal, K. Christopher (Dr.)
269 Polk Hall
Phone: 985.448.4350
E-mail:
chris.rachal@nicholls.edu
Reynolds, Kimberly
247 Polk Hall
Phone: 985.448.4340
E-mail:
kimberly.reynolds@nicholls.edu
Rosenthal, Gary (Dr.)
283 Polk Hall
Phone: 985.448.4358
E-mail:
gary.rosenthal@nicholls.edu
Soignier, Denis (Dr.)
280 Polk Hall
Phone: 985-448-4359
Email:
denis.soignier@nicholls.edu
St.Pierre, Betsy (Dr.)
246 Polk Hall
Phone: 985-448-4953
Email:
betsy.st.pierre@nicholls.edu
Stout, Larry (Dr.)
257 Polk Hall
Phone: 985.448.4351
E-mail: larry.stout@nicholls.edu
Tanner, Zoe (Dr.)
252 Polk Hall
Phone: 985.448.4348
E-mail:
zoe.tanner@nicholls.edu
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Revised – Spring 2013
College of Education
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