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Vote here for this week's Barker Honda Athletes of the Week in Houma- and Thibodaux-area
For the final time in the 2023-24 high school sports season, it's time for fans to vote for the Barker Honda Athlete of the Week in Houma- and Thibodaux-area high school sports. Each week, six boys and six girls represent their schools and their sports, but there can only be...
How did they do in Sulphur? LHSAA state title updates for Houma- and Thibodaux-area baseball
Two Houma- and Thibodaux-area high school baseball teams made it to state last weekend, but neither won the state championship. Once teams make it to Sulphur, playoff rounds go from a three-game series to a single game. For teams in Divisions I, II, and III, this could potentially represent a major change. But for teams in Divisions IV and V, there's no change as every playoff round was one game. ...
Nicholls State University Boosts Local Economy and Security with New Cybersecurity Programs
Nicholls State University in Thibodaux, Louisiana, has received two cybersecurity grants from the Louisiana Board of Regents. These grants are part of a state initiative to improve cybersecurity education and workforce development. The funds will help start a Maritime Cybersecurity program and the Louisiana Cyber Academy at the university.
Fletcher Tech Launches New Electrocardiograph Technician Program in Schriever Starting June 3
Fletcher Technical Community College in Schriever, LA, is starting a new Electrocardiograph Technician Program on June 3, 2024. The 12-week, 135-hour hybrid program will train students to become electrocardiograph technicians, who perform cardiovascular diagnostic tests. The training covers basic anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
Mark Your Calendars: Nicholls State University's 114th Graduation Ceremonies Scheduled for May 18th at Stopher Gym
Nicholls State University is preparing for its 114th commencement ceremonies, which will take place on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Stopher Gymnasium in Thibodaux, Louisiana. The event will include three sessions throughout the day to honor graduates from different colleges within the university. Each session will feature guest speakers from various professional backgrounds.
Fletcher Technical College Opens Applications for Line Worker Training Program Starting July 2024
Fletcher Technical Community College in Thibodaux, LA, is accepting applications for the 17th cohort of its Line Worker program, starting on July 1st, 2024. This 22-week course provides training for careers in the utility sector, including NCCER Certification and CDL training.
How Vandebilt Catholic softball overcame slow start, rematches to win state-record title
Vandebilt Catholic has one of the best high school softball programs in LHSAA history. However, that doesn't mean the Terriers always live up to their high expectations. VCHS had 14 state titles to its name entering this season, but it hadn't won any in a decade. In fact, before 2024, the Terriers had been to state twice since that 2014 championship, losing to Archbishop Hannan in the semifinals two years ago and losing a heartbreaker to Buckeye...
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