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The Parthenon

Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

The New River Gorge Bridge is a steel arch bridge spanning 3,030 feet long over the New River Gorge.

Postcards from The Parthenon: New River Gorge

Baylee Parsons, Executive Editor June 20, 2025

Just over two hours away from campus lies the nation’s newest (and West Virginia’s only) national park: the New River Gorge. Located near Fayetteville,...

Carl and Anna Mummert enjoy a healthy work-life balance spending quiet evenings together. (Courtesy of Anna Mummert)

Couples on Campus: The Mummerts

Kaitlyn Fleming, Managing Editor June 18, 2025

Toothpaste: A necessary tool for the twice-daily brushing routine–but also the launchpad for one Marshall relationship. Carl, assistant provost for...

A photo of the Cox family taken on the last Father’s Day Sunday before Maribeth was killed now hangs in their home as a cherished memory.

How the Cox family turned pain into purpose

Kaitlyn Fleming, Managing Editor June 16, 2025

Even the most loving of families can be affected by social media’s negative impact, but one mother and disabilities advocate said one platform’s influence...

Bookwalter, lovingly nicknamed “Booky,” has served as the dean of the College of Liberal Arts for 11 of the 38 years of his career. (Courtesy of Marshall University)

An unfinished Marshall story: Bookwalter extends career before closing final chapter

Baylee Parsons, Executive Editor June 13, 2025

Fulfilling. Unpredictable. Happy.  These are the three words Dean Robert Bookwalter said best describe his career in higher education – which was...

Artists from around the Tri-State area gathered to share their love for the arts at Art in the Park.

Art in the Park: Community over competition

Soleil Woolard, Opinions & Culture Editor June 12, 2025

Appalachia and art just go together, one Huntington artist said. “It’s definitely not a competitive thing. It’s just for the love of it,” said...

Soledad O'Brien delivered the commencement address at Marshall's commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 10.

More than a voice: Soledad O’Brien on a legacy that lifts others

Kaitlyn Fleming, News Editor May 12, 2025

In a world permeated with individuals trying to get their voice out, one award-winning journalist said oftentimes, the most powerful tactic may be not...

Aside from being a professor and Faculty Senate chair at Marshall, Schulenberg is also an author and the co-owner of Nomada Bakery. (Courtesy of Marshall University)

After Office Hours: Shawn Schulenberg

Soleil Woolard, Student Reporter May 9, 2025

Sometimes interviews feel like an awkward first date, but with Marshall, everything just felt great, a Marshall professor said. Shawn Schulenberg is...

The chapter's main purpose is to support future educators. (Courtesy of Abbi Carney)

West Virginia’s first DKG chapter paves the way for female educators

Kaitlyn Fleming, News Editor May 3, 2025

The first collegiate Delta Kappa Gamma chapter in the state of West Virginia was born out of love for education and aims to foster a supportive environment...

Peckham is an award-winning author and professor of creative nonfiction in Marshall's English Department. (Courtesy of Rachael Peckham)

Marshall professor reflects on teaching career she ‘wouldn’t trade for anything’

Soleil Woolard, Student Reporter April 30, 2025

The most true part of being a teacher to me is authenticity, West Virginia professor of the year said. Rachael Peckham was awarded 2024 Professor of...

Affording college in today’s economy: Students juggle jobs, stress

Haven Steele, Student Reporter April 28, 2025

The rising cost of college is nothing new, but in today’s economy, students are feeling the pressure more than ever. As tuition, rent, groceries...

(Courtesy of Sunflower Seeds, Inc.)

How the Tri-State helps Ukraine

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter April 26, 2025

Making a difference in Ukraine and raising awareness of the conflict is the primary goal of Sunflower Seeds Inc., a non-profit humanitarian aid group based...

Beyond a caffeine fix, coffee can often serve as a social aspect for students.

Marshall students weigh in on campus caffeine culture

Holly Belmont, Staff Reporter April 25, 2025

Caffeine and college students — basically corresponding puzzle pieces, one fueling the other through endless assignments, exams and social engagements.  A...

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