Photos: Nicholls State University Spring graduation.

Colin Campo, The Courier

Nicholls State University celebrated with more than 700 students graduating this Spring semester.

Graduates and family gathered May 13 in Stopher Gym to honor those who received their diplomas. Graduation was held in three sets with guest speakers Chief Judge Blair Edwards, 21st Judicial District Court of the State of Louisiana; Chef Marcelle Bienvenu, cookbook author and food writer; and Rep. Joseph A. Orgeron, Louisiana State Representative for District 54, delivering the Commencement Addresses for each set.

Here are some scenes from the graduation:

Stephen Billiot waves to his family after receiving his Master of Arts degree from Nicholls State University during the 112th graduation commencement ceremony.
Stephen Billiot waves to his family after receiving his Master of Arts degree from Nicholls State University during the 112th graduation commencement ceremony.
Chief Judge Blair Edwards 21st Judicial Court, State of Louisiana gives the commencement address at the 112th Nicholls State University Commencement.
Chief Judge Blair Edwards 21st Judicial Court, State of Louisiana gives the commencement address at the 112th Nicholls State University Commencement.
Haley Adams walks receives her Masters of Education degree at Nicholls State University, May 13.
Haley Adams walks receives her Masters of Education degree at Nicholls State University, May 13.
Nicholls State University President Jay Clune begins the graduation ceremony, May 13.
Nicholls State University President Jay Clune begins the graduation ceremony, May 13.
Katelyn Torres receives her Master of Arts degree from Nicholls State University, May 13.
Katelyn Torres receives her Master of Arts degree from Nicholls State University, May 13.

This article originally appeared on The Courier: Photos: Nicholls State University Spring graduation.