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The Parthenon

Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Speed trailer on 3rd Ave. capturing data and encouraging drivers to slow down (The Parthenon, Ella Bumgardner).

MUPD partners with HPD and DOH to help improve pedestrian safety across campus

Ella Bumgardner, Digital Media Manager March 4, 2025

The Marshall Police Department is working alongside the Huntington Police Department and the Department of Highways to improve pedestrian safety across campus following a student being hit on the crosswalk...

Poster for the event (Courtesy of Intercultural Affairs, Student Affairs, Women’s and Gender Center).

New seeds start to take root at Marshall University

Soleil Woolard, Student Reporter March 3, 2025

Not everyone is the same kind of advocate, but every student deserves to know what level of activism they are comfortable with, said the program coordinator for the Women’s and Gender Center. The...

Cody Lumpkin and Ian Nolte, assistant professors in the English department at Marshall University recording their podcast at HerdCon. (The Parthenon/Ashton Pack)

Marshall professors discuss guilty pleasure films at HerdCon

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter March 3, 2025

Two Marshall professors discussed guilty pleasure films during a live episode of their podcast, “Giant Bombs,” at HerdCon on Saturday, March 1. Cody Lumpkin and Ian Nolte, assistant professors in...

Alpha Xi Delta House on 5th Ave.

Alpha Xi Delta at Marshall University fosters leadership, sisterhood and service

Tally Mamula, Student Reporter February 28, 2025

Alpha Xi Delta at Marshall University is shaping young women into leaders while fostering a strong sisterhood and commitment to service. “From the moment I stepped through Alpha Xi Delta’s doors,...

Students enjoyed a break from the cold weather with temperatures in the 60s on Tuesday, Feb. 25.

Don’t let the cold bring you down

Soleil Woolard, Student Reporter February 27, 2025

With winter storms hitting Marshall University, the Counseling Center has advice for students feeling the winter gloom. The American Psychiatric Association explains this seasonal change in mood is...

Break free is accepting unused and unopened tampons until Feb. 28. (Courtesy of Break Free)

Panhellenic partners with Break Free for campus tampon drive

Tally Mamula, Student Reporter February 25, 2025

Marshall University’s Panhellenic community is joining forces with student organization Break Free to collect feminine hygiene products for individuals in need throughout the campus and Huntington community. Break...

Sigma Alpha Epsilon leaders strive for growth, brotherhood and community impact

Tally Mamula, Student Reporter February 15, 2025

Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity at Marshall University continues to foster strong brotherhood and leadership. President Kamon Anderson and Vice President Jackie Hunt are spearheading efforts to grow and...

Alpha Xi Delta member Mychal Cron serves breakfast at the 2024 Strawberry Breakfast.

Alpha Xi Delta champions philanthropy for foster youth

Tally Mamula, Student Reporter February 14, 2025

Alpha Xi Delta at Marshall University is making a tangible impact on the lives of foster youth through its philanthropy and community service efforts. The sorority’s national philanthropy, the Kindly...

81.1% of 53 students polled said they read in their free time.

Marshall students settle in with a good book

Soleil Woolard, Student Reporter February 7, 2025

As February begins to settle in, Marshall students start to settle in with a new favorite book. The Parthenon interviewed three students and conducted a poll about current reading habits on campus,...

Macy Saunders and Candace Maynard both in the photo. Photo courtesy of Macy Saunders.

Alpha Chi Omega looks to spring recruitment through philanthropic efforts

Tally Mamula, Student Reporter February 5, 2025

Marshall University’s Student Center became a hub of compassion and community on Sunday, Feb. 2, as Alpha Chi Omega hosted its “Sending Our Love” philanthropy event to support the Golden Girl Group...

New member of the year, Mika Jones.
Picture courtesy of Mika Jones

Greek leaders recognized for outstanding contributions at Marshall University

Tally Mamula, Student Reporter February 3, 2025

Members of Marshall University's Greek Life were recognized for their leadership and involvement on Thursday, Jan. 30, at their Chapter Assessment Program Awards Ceremony. Gabrielle Belcher was named...

Greek Life training focuses on safety, inclusivity

Tally Mamula, Student Reporter February 3, 2025

A recent training session at the Brad D. Smith Business Building on Saturday, Jan. 25, emphasized the importance of safety, risk management and inclusivity for the Greek Life community.  Alex Roets,...

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