The Parthenon

MUsic Alive series invites students, local community to experience music performances

Emily Hayslett, Reporter • February 18, 2020

The MUsic Alive concert series, featuring different guest artists and university faculty, has been playing music in the Huntington community for 14 years. “MUsic Alive: Guest Artist and Faculty...

Speak the Truth event to encourage artistic expression

Taevion Kinsey, Reporter • February 18, 2020

Marshall University continues to celebrate black history month with “Speak the Truth – Open Mic Night.” The event welcomes poets, rappers, dancers and singers to come out and showcase their talents...

Cupid’s Q&A: Ed and Ann Bingham

Amanda Larch, Executive Editor • February 14, 2020

Ed Bingham never really wanted a cat, but his wife Ann had always wanted one. So, they compromised, and Ed bought her a cat. It was a Siamese kitten, or a “flea-infested furball,” as...

Cupid’s Corner: Lori Thompson & Kristen Vannatter

Meg Keller, Social Media Editor • February 11, 2020

It is true, distance does make the heart grow fonder, for two Marshall University faculty members, that is. Married in 2016, Lori Thompson and Kristen Vannatter have been nearly inseparable since...

Peter Pan origin story soars into the Keith Albee

Emily Hayslett, Reporter • February 11, 2020

“Finding Neverland,” the musical about how the character and story of Peter Pan came to be, is coming at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 20 to the Keith Albee Theatre as a part of the Marshall Artists Series. “It’s...

Parthe-Pet: Cinder

February 11, 2020

Cinder is a 7-month-old bearded dragon who loves to eat fruit, veggies and BUGS! She’d easily say her favorite snacks are hornworms and bell peppers! She loves all things warm, meeting new people, and...

Ebony Ball: Dressing up, dancing, celebrating Black History Month

Sarah Ingram, Copy Editor • February 11, 2020

Ebony Ball gives Marshall University community a chance to get fancy and celebrate Black History Month, 7 p.m. Feb. 15 in the Memorial Student Center. Shaunte Polk, the administrator for the Office...

Parthe-Pet: Absinthe

February 4, 2020

This is Absinthe. I’ve only had her for about two weeks. She’s already warmed up considerably and loves exploring her new home. She likes to chew on fingers, vacuums and my favorite pairs of shoes....

Cupid’s Q&A: Charlie and Pamela Bowen

Amanda Larch, Executive Editor • February 4, 2020

Charlie and Pamela Bowen never want to stop learning. The pair, who recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary, have audited about 50 classes beginning in 2013. Charlie is an adjunct professor...

Library event encourages students to write to troops

Talor Bennett, Reporter • January 28, 2020

Marshall University Libraries are sponsoring an event throughout the week for those who are interested in writing Valentine’s Day letters filled with words of encouragement to our local troops from Jan....

Local organization provides historical information to public

Amanda Larch, Executive Editor • January 28, 2020

Tucked away in the basement of a green-domed church in Huntington’s West End is a little-known library filled with history. KYOWVA Genealogy and Historical Society, formed in 1978, is a nonprofit organization...

Parthe-Pet: Bitty

January 21, 2020

Bitty is a loving but creepy cat who spends her time sleeping or biting her owner’s toes under the blanket. She loves to be in the same room as you as long as you don’t touch her. She has a habit of...