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The Parthenon

Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Marcie Simms, vice president for Intercultural and Student Affairs at Marshall University

Three Greek Life organizations suspended over hazing allegations

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor October 31, 2024

Fraternities Alpha Sigma Phi and Alpha Tau Omega and sorority Alpha Xi Delta have received suspension orders following an investigation into alleged hazing.  The university announced the suspension...

Marching Thunder Performing their pregame show in Exhibition

South Point wins marching band competition

Nate Harrah, Student Reporter October 30, 2024

With hundreds of spectators watching, hundreds of students performed and competed at the Marshall University Tristate Marching Band competition. This 54-year-old competition was held at the Joan C Edwards...

TEDxMarshallU opens doors for students to share their visions

TEDxMarshallU opens doors for students to share their visions

Kaitlyn Fleming, Opinions & Culture Editor October 22, 2024

The TEDxMarshallU student pitch event serves as a valuable platform for students to showcase their innovative ideas, one faculty advisory for the program said.  “We really want to have ideas from...

The panel consisted of members of Marshall’s Title IX Office and Branches.

Title IX Office raises awareness for Domestic Violence Month

Ella Bumgardner, Staff Reporter October 16, 2024

In collaboration with Branches Domestic Violence Shelter, Marshall’s Title IX Office and the Violence Prevention & Response Program hosted an event for students, faculty and the community in light...

Representatives from the Public Safety Office participated in the event.

Coffee bridges gap between law enforcement and students

Nolan Duncan, Staff Reporter October 15, 2024

Free food and coffee greeted students at the freshman dorms last week, along with a chance to get to know some officers of the Marshall University Police Department. Called “Brewing Safety,” this...

World Mental Health Day reminders

World Mental Health Day reminders

Maggie Gibbs, Staff Reporter October 15, 2024

Oct. 10 was World Mental Health Day, and Marshall students have access to myriad resources through the university. Marshall University offers counseling and psychological services through the Counseling...

Salsa Under the Stars Gallery

Salsa Under the Stars Gallery

Olivia Andrew-Vaughan, Staff Reporter October 15, 2024

Zion Dailey is a junior at Marshall.

Zion Dailey crowned as Miss Captivating 2024

Greg Jones, Student Reporter October 10, 2024

Zion Dailey was named winner of the third annual Miss Captivating Pageant this past Wednesday, Oct. 2.  In her victory, Zion reminds young people to embrace their insecurities and the importance of...

Huntington shows out for Homecoming Parade

Huntington shows out for Homecoming Parade

Nate Harrah, Student Reporter October 9, 2024

Crowds cheered, and kids collected candy from 10th Street to Harless Field in celebration of Marshall Homecoming with the Homecoming Parade Friday, Oct. 4.  The parade featured floats from Marshall...

Pictured left-to-right: 2023 Homecoming attendant Semoni Weaver, vice president of
Intercultural and Student Affairs Marcie Simms, 2024 homecoming attendant Kylie Fisher, first
woman Alys Smith, University President Brad D. Smith and 2024 attendant Dylan Ellison.

Hurricane support takes the crown at Homecoming game

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor October 8, 2024

As per tradition, Marshall’s homecoming court walked the football field awaiting the crowning of two winning attendants this past Saturday, Oct. 5. This year, however, was a bit different. All of...

Bison Bites is located in the Towers Marketplace.

The Den undergoes ‘Bison Bites’ rebranding

Greg Jones, Student Reporter October 6, 2024

Marshall University is reintroducing the diner on campus at Towers as “Bison Bites.”  The diner was formerly “The Den,” which was sponsored by Denny’s. The place has made changes including...

Attendants from left to right: Waylon Smith, Jaxon Smith, Haley Prather, Rimsha Kingson, Bethany Jarrell, Kylie Fisher, Skylar Elliott and Dylan Ellison.

Homecoming court plans to aid NC in hurricane relief

Abigail Cutlip, Social Media Manager September 30, 2024

2024 Marshall University Homecoming Royalty has agreed to alter the philanthropy aspect of their campaigns in support of Appalachian State University following the destruction that Hurricane Helene has...

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