Nichols College

Four hundred and four Nichols students have earned Dean's List or Dean's High Honors during the just-completed spring term. The Dean's List recognizes students who have achieved high grades during a single semester. In order to be included in the Dean's List, a student must maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.2 for at least 12 credit-hours and receive no grade below a C+ during the semester. A student who earns a grade point average of 3.6 or higher is awarded Dean's High Honors.

Nichols College has inducted this year's members into the international Omicron Delta Epsilon honors society, which recognizes students who have excelled in the field of economics.

Ten Nichols College students volunteered at the Boston Marathon on Monday April 21st. This was the first-year anniversary of the Boston Marathon bombing and it hit close to home for many Nichols students. These students selflessly volunteered their time at the race, helping prepare and working at various locations throughout the course.

Twenty-five Nichols students were recognized at the Academic Awards ceremony this spring. Their awards cover a variety of acheivements, including overall academic achievement as well as excellence in specific majors such as English, Mathematics, Economics, Criminal Justice Management, and Business Communications.

Thirty one Nichols students have completed the past academic year as Resident Assistants (RAs). RAs help resident students meet their educational, interpersonal, and social needs within their living environmentL. The RA role is extensive, encompassing community building, programming, and helping as well as administrative and staff responsibilities.

Before an overflow crowd gathered for Nichols' 2014 Commencement on Saturday morning, May 10th, 399 Nichols undergraduate and graduate students received praise for their academic accomplishments and advice for their futures from former White House Chief-of-Staff Andrew Card.

Eight Nichols College student athletes were named to the 2013 Gladiator by SGI/National Field Hockey Coaches Association (NFHCA) Division III National Academic Squad for the 2013-14 academic year. The National Academic Squad recognizes those student-athletes who have achieved a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.30 or higher through the first semester of the 2013-14 academic year.

Eight Nichols College women's ice hockey players have been named to the 2013-14 Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Women's East Academic All-Conference Team. All conference members qualify by earning a 3.0 grade point average (GPA) or higher for the semester.

Seven Nichols College students traveled to New Orleans to lend a helping hand during spring break in March. The group worked with Gulf Coast Volunteers for the Long Haul and the St. Bernard's Project. Each morning, the group went to a home in the Seventh Ward--mudding, sanding and priming. In the afternoons, they completed projects that ranged from painting, gardening and working in the Habitat ReStore Center. This trip was made possible through fundraising efforts of the student attendees.

During the 2013-2014 academic year, 15 Nichols students have decided to study abroad in various locations throughout the world. Students can choose to study abroad starting junior year. They gain valuable classroom knowledge while experiencing different cultures.

Each week Nichols College Athletics recognizes one male and one female athlete for their outstanding achievement on the playing field. Nineteen students have been awarded Bison Spotlight for the 2014 Winter Season.

Three Nichols College students completed internships at the Washington Center in Washington DC during the 2013 academic year. Once accepted, students participate in internships related to their field of study, while also completing one class credit. While gaining valuable internship and classroom experience, each student also partakes in a civil engagement project that help a number of causes in the area.

Seven students at Nichols College in Dudley, Massachusetts have served as captains of their sports teams this winter. Women's Ice Hockey, Men's Ice Hockey, Men's Basketball and Women's Basketball compete in the NCAA's Division III. Captains lead their teams both on and off the playing field as role models and exemplary students.

Thirty-three Nichols College students have taken on internships for the Spring semester with various companies, agencies, and organizations. Students can obtain internships starting sophomore year. Internships prepare students for professional work environments and give them an advantage in the job market following graduation.

Ten Nichols College students completed internships during winter break with various companies. Students can obtain internships starting sophomore year. Internships prepare students for professional work environments and give them an advantage in the job market following graduation.

37 Nichols College students were inducted into Zeta Alpha Phi for the 2013 year. Zeta Alpha Phi is the Nichols College honors society which recognizes scholastic achievement and aims to stimulate student interest in academics and improve the academic stature of the institution.

20 Nichols College students were inducted into Delta Mu Delta in April 2013. Delta Mu Delta is an international honor society for business administration studies. Its purpose is to recognize and reward scholastic attainment in these disciplines.

Sixteen Nichols students have been elected class officers for the 2013-14 academic year.

Nichols College's Office of the Registrar has announced the Dean's List for the fall semester of 2013. The Dean's List gives recognition to those students who achieve high grades during a single semester. In order to be included in the Dean's List, a student must maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.2 for at least 12 credit-hours and receive no grade below a C+ during the semester. A student who earns a grade point average of 3.6 or higher is awarded Dean's High Honors.

Almost two dozen Nichols College Students have received internships in their fields of study for the Fall 2013 semester. Internships allow students to apply their classroom experiences and knowledge to excel in a real world business or organizational environment.

Nine Nichols College students have been recognized for their athletic achievements in the Fall 2013 season. Awards are given to athletes in their conferences who demonstrate outstanding ability on the playing field.

Nine Nichols College students have been selected to lead the student body as Executive Advisory Board Members. EAB members are representatives of the student body who implement changes to improve the quality of life on campus. EAB is largely comprised of Student Government Association members.

Fifteen Nichols College students were named Captains of their respective sports for the Fall, 2013 season. Together, these students have guided their teams to success on and off the playing fields by acting as leaders and role models for teammates.

Fifteen Nichols College Students were recognized as Orientation Leaders during the Summer, 2013 0rientation sessions for the incoming class of 2017. These students introduced new freshman students to Nichols College and the community by leading them through team activities and helping them to assimilate to the college lifestyle.

Twenty-nine Nichols College students have been chosen as Student Ambassadors for the 2013-2014 academic year, with a mixture of returning students and freshmen. Student Ambassadors are leaders who help the admissions staff and give tours to perspective students and families, showcasing Nichols College and its community.

Each week, a male and female athlete are recognized for outstanding achievement on the playing field. So far through the fall season, 14 student athletes have shared the Bison Spotlight.

This semester, 23 Nichols College students have taken on extra roles in their classrooms as Teaching Assistants. They will aid the professor in the organization and scheduling of lessons, as well as help students in and outside of the classroom.

A three-year grant from the Davis Educational Foundation based in Yarmouth, Maine is helping to fund a Nichols initiative to develop student leadership skills in a range of part-time jobs around campus.

Nichols College has conferred 267 Bachelor's, 110 Master's, and 6 Associate Bachelor's degrees on the members of the Class of 2013. The new graduates were recognized in front of friends, family, and faculty during the College's annual Commencement ceremony on May 11th.

Nichols College's Office of the Registrar has announced the Dean's List for the spring semester of 2013. The Dean's List gives recognition to those students who achieve high grades during a single semester. In order to be included in the Dean's List, a student must maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.2 for at least 12 credit-hours and receive no grade below a C+ during the semester. A student who earns a grade point average of 3.6 or higher is awarded Dean's High Honors.