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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Connor Waller (Courtesy of Marshall University)

A message from Student Body President Connor Waller

Connor Waller, Student Body President August 18, 2025

Welcome to Marshall University! No matter where you are in your Marshall journey, the start of a new academic year is, without doubt, a time of unknowns, but, most importantly, it is also a time of excitement...

Alaina Jewell said the oceans off the Osa Peninsula offered scenic views and whale sightings for those out boating. (Courtesy of Alaina Jewell)

Huntington to howling monkeys: Marshall student’s transformative summer abroad

Kaitlyn Fleming, Managing Editor August 12, 2025

Four a.m. wake-up calls and singing monkeys were part of the typical classroom routine for one Marshall senior this summer.  Alaina Jewell, who majors in natural resources and recreational management...

Brad Smith (Courtesy of Marshall University)

Welcome back from President Brad Smith

Brad D. Smith, University President August 11, 2025

Whether you’re returning to campus or just starting your journey at Marshall, I’m honored to welcome you home — to a place that’s meant a great deal to me and so many others who’ve come before...

Marshall University held an introductory press conference for Harrison on July 30. (Courtesy of HerdZone)

Gerald J. Harrison hired as athletic director

Nate Harrah, Sports Editor August 9, 2025

Marshall Athletics recently announced Gerald J. Harrison as the university’s new director of athletics, making him the 23rd athletic director in Marshall Athletics history. "I could not be more excited...

Many students face difficulties readjusting to campus life after summer break.

Lost your routine? Here’s how the Counseling Center says to find it

Soleil Woolard, Opinions & Culture Editor August 8, 2025

After summer break, adjusting back to university life can be tough on students, but they don’t have to do it alone at Marshall. Counselor Michele Sigler said the fall semester is an equally interesting...

The School of Health and Movement Sciences is located in Gullickson Hall.

School of Health and Movement Sciences to expand student opportunities

Baylee Parsons, Executive Editor August 7, 2025

Although athletic training, exercise science and biomechanics students typically study changes within the body, this semester, it is their school that will be undergoing change.  The College of Health...

Study rooms in Twin Towers are now fully furnished as temporary dorm rooms.

RA roommates, study room renovations among temporary housing plans

Ashton Pack, News Editor August 6, 2025

Marshall University’s Office of Housing and Residence Life is preparing for the possibility of having to use temporary housing arrangements in the fall due to overflow. Mistie Bibbee, director of...

Caleb Ferguson is pictured attending Marshall Day at the Capitol in Charleston on March 4, 2025. (Courtesy of Caleb Ferguson)

Internship spotlight: Senator Capito’s office

Ashton Pack, News Editor August 4, 2025

After interning for a United States senator this summer, one Marshall student said the experience has helped him become a more informed citizen and greatly improved his ability to civically engage with...

(L to R): Waylon Smith, Beyonce Carter and Caroline Powell can be found leading groups
through orientation this summer. (Courtesy of Marshall University)

A day in the life of an orientation leader

Baylee Parsons, Executive Editor July 30, 2025

As hundreds of incoming freshmen prepare to arrive on Marshall’s campus for orientation, a much smaller group of students is already there, preparing to make their introduction to the university as memorable...

The Bushel & Peck sign welcomes visitors from the top of the hill.

A dream in bloom: Bushel & Peck’s local escape

Kaitlyn Fleming, Managing Editor July 29, 2025

At Bushel & Peck Backyard Blooms, stopping to smell the roses is not just encouraged–it’s the whole point.  Owner Kathleen Linville and her husband Tyler said in a world that rarely slows down,...

The Marshall Counseling Center, located in Prichard Hall, offers free counseling services to all Marshall students.

Mental health doesn’t take a summer break

Ashton Pack, News Editor July 28, 2025

Though many students look forward to summer, this time of the year may also be a season of mental health struggles for others. Amy Kennedy-Rickman, director of the Marshall University Counseling Center,...

Anne Marie Casey began her tenure at Marshall at the beginning of July. (Courtesy of Marshall University)

Get to know W.V.’s first library science director

Baylee Parsons, Executive Editor July 24, 2025

Although the new director of the School of Library Science never imagined her career would bring her to West Virginia, she always knew she had a passion for libraries – a passion which she said she is...

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