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The Parthenon

Marshall students and community members experienced a variety of cultures at the 56th annual International Festival Nov. 9 in the Memorial Student Center.

International Festival showcases cultures from around the world

Phuong Anh Do, Reporter November 12, 2019

Food, culture and fashion from around the world attracted guests to the 56th annual International Festival on Saturday, Nov. 9 in the Memorial Student Center. The event is the largest and longest-running...

Bestselling author speaks at Marshall Artists Series event

Sarah Ingram, Copy Editor November 10, 2019

While the bestselling author may have written about the “somewhat United States” in her newest book, the Joan C. Edwards Playhouse was filled with unified smiles and laughter during the Marshall Artists...

The R.A.D. system is a comprehensive, women-only course that begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and risk avoidance, all while progressing on the basics of hands-on defense training.

MUPD officer aims to help female students through self-defense class

Robert Castillo, Reporter November 7, 2019

Sgt. Scott Ballou hopes to help female students with his Rape Aggression Defense class, he said. The R.A.D. system is a comprehensive, women-only course that begins with awareness, prevention, risk...

Marshall students raise money to combat world hunger

Blake Newhouse, Reporter November 7, 2019

Marshall University students are working to combat the issue of world hunger through their partnership with feedONE. “No one deserves to go hungry,” said Manny Savilla, a freshman studying athletic...

Blood drives take place in the Campus Christian Center just about once a month, and they are always open to the campus and the community.

Red Cross Club hosts monthly blood drive for students and community members

Julianna Everly, Reporter November 7, 2019

To help save lives, students and community members gathered at the Campus Christian Center Thursday to donate blood.  Hosted by the Red Cross Club, blood drives takes place around once a month in...

Upcoming class registration creates stress for students

Aaron Dickens, Reporter November 5, 2019

Stress and frustration come and go in some students’ lives, and registering for classes is no exception to causing those emotions. Beginning on Nov. 7, Honors College students can register for classes...

Parthe-Pet: Pia

Parthe-Pet: Pia

November 5, 2019

This is Pia. She loves cuddling, sleeping next to the shoes and sunbathing in the window. She knocks over every cup of water she can find and needs attention most when you’re busy. Interested in featuring...

Reflection of the Winfield, WV Riding Arena is seen in this horse's eye, digital photograph, 2019

PHOTO ESSAY: Flank Strap

Kadin Tooley, Contributor November 5, 2019

The triple-echo of a loud-speaker ripples off the mountains in the distance. A Toyota pickup truck rumbles through the mud to my right. The Winfield, West Virginia Riding Club is bustling with people....

"Dreamhouse," by artist Erika Lawson, is one of several pieces on display in Birke Art Gallery until Nov. 8.

Exhibition in Birke Art Gallery features work of Marshall faculty and staff

Summer Jewell, Reporter November 2, 2019

Students can get a look at art created by professors and university staff members at an exhibition on display in Birke Art Gallery until Nov. 8.  “It’s a great opportunity for students to get to...

Blake Lacy, a first-year athletic training major, climbs the rock wall during the Marshall Rec Center's Blacklight Bash Oct. 29.

Rock wall gets neon makeover for climbing event at Marshall Rec Center

Julianna Everly, Reporter November 2, 2019

The rock wall at the Marshall University Recreation Center was blacked out and turned into a neon glow room for students to test their climbing skills Tuesday.  Marshall’s Rec Center organized the...

Both international and domestic Marshall students were given a Halloween experience including candy, pumpkins, costumes and free pizzas during the INTO Spooky Halloween Party Oct. 30.

International students experience Halloween spirit during INTO Spooky Halloween Party

Phuong Anh Do, Reporter November 2, 2019

Candy, pumpkins, costumes and free pizzas were what students experienced Wednesday during the INTO Spooky Halloween Party organized by INTO Marshall University. “Today, we have some pumpkin painting,...

Award-winning pianist to collaborate with Marshall faculty member

Summer Jewell, Reporter November 2, 2019

A globally recognized pianist will perform with one of Marshall University’s own Sunday, Nov. 3 at 3 p.m. in Smith Music Hall. “Spencer Myer is one of the foremost young, professional American...

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