The Parthenon

Marshall graduate’s passion brings unique boutique to Huntington

Chelsey Stanley, Reporter • December 6, 2018

The Hip Eagle boutique, located in The Market of downtown Huntington, is owned and ran by Magdalene Gue and her seven-person female staff. Gue, 36, graduated from Marshall University with a degree...

As many Americans deck the halls, others find their place within a season counter to their culture

Amanda Larch, Copy Editor • December 5, 2018

Iram Kingson doesn’t celebrate Christmas. She and her family don’t exchange gifts or decorate a tree. She may gather with family friends on Thanksgiving and reflect on what she is thankful for, but...

It’s the most wonderful (and stressful) time of the year

Meg Keller, Reporter • December 4, 2018

Although the most wonderful time of the year is right around the corner, Marshall University students must overcome their most stressful two weeks of college before they can enjoy the winter break. It...

Coach Spotlight: Chris Grassie

Millard Stickler, Contributer • December 4, 2018

Editor’s note: Chris Grassie, 40, is the second-year head coach of the Marshall University men’s soccer team. Previously, he was head coach at the University of Charleston, where he became the winningest...

Count down to Christmas begins for community

Lillie Bodie, Reporter • December 3, 2018

Huntington community members shopped until they dropped while getting into the Christmas spirit and giving back to the community. Shopping, live entertainment and pictures with Santa were provided at...

Annual stress relief week for Marshall students

LeAnna Owens, Reporter • November 30, 2018

Finals can be a stressful time for students at Marshall University. To combat this stress, Marshall’s Campus Activities Board has organized a week of events meant to de-stress students on campus. “We...

‘One-night stand’ book club focuses on Appalachian culture

Hannah Graham, Reporter • November 29, 2018

Cicada Books & Coffee had its first book club event Tuesday, November 27. Members of the community were welcome to attend in order to discuss two works of nonfiction: Elizabeth Catte’s novel “What...

Students learn U.S. immigration policies to develop understanding of immigration obstacles

Joelle Gates, Reporter • November 29, 2018

A discussion of immigration policies in America invited students to learn about the process Wednesday in Twin Towers East’s lobby. The event was organized by Isaac Larison, an associate professor...

Film teaches students the dangers of toxic stress

Douglas Harding, Reporter • November 29, 2018

Marshall University students and community members watched the documentary “Resilience” and discussed the science of toxic stress and its impacts, Tuesday, Nov. 2, in the Memorial Student Center. “Resilience,”...

Downtown Huntington lights up for the holidays

Meg Keller, Reporter • November 27, 2018

The city of Huntington celebrated the lighting of the 26 foot tall Christmas tree at the Big Sandy Superstore Arena Plaza Tuesday night. Members of the Cabell Midland High School Collegium Musicum sang...

Athletics spotlight: Michael Whittemore

Michael Morgan, Contributer • November 27, 2018

Editor’s note: Michael Whittemore, 29, is the assistant equipment manager in charge of the Marshall University football team. He was hired in 2016, and moved to Huntington with his wife Kirsten after...

Where Marshall can take you: Working in California

Gretchen Kalar, Reporter • November 27, 2018

While Isabelle Rogner, a Marshall University alumna from Lewisburg, West Virginia, now lives and works in California, she looks back fondly on her memories of Marshall. Rogner contributed two things to...