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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Every bowl purchased at the event goes to provide 180 meals at Facing Hunger Foodbank in Huntington.

Students, local potters fight against food insecurity with Empty Bowls

Soleil Woolard, Student Reporter May 5, 2025

Not only do Marshall students get to learn pottery, they also get to fight against food insecurity with the Empty Bowls event, an event organizer said. Empty...

Insomnia Cookies employee Jenna Wade serves up ice cream, one of the many treats offered by the dessert shop.

Insomnia Cookies makes Huntington debut near campus

Holly Belmont, Staff Reporter April 29, 2025

Late-night snackers and college students, Insomnia Cookies has officially opened in Huntington, West Virginia, serving up the cookies – and ice cream...

Protesters gathered on Marshall’s campus to protest name changes post DEI rollback.

Community members protest changes to LGBTQ, intercultural offices

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter April 27, 2025

Community members took to the streets to protest the renaming of the Center for African American Studies, the LGBTQ+ Office and the International Student...

The goal of the event was to educate visitors on caring for the planet.

Central City celebrates Earth & Culture Day

Luke Campbell, Student Reporter April 24, 2025

Central City’s Earth & Culture Day, an event hosted by RenewAll and Coalfield Development on April 19, aimed to celebrate local and regional artists,...

Petals, Paws, & Candle Pours hosted by The Haute Wick Social and Fresh Cut Kenova on April 12 and 13. (The Parthenon/Luke Campbell)

Petals, Paws & Candle Pours Fundraiser

Luke Campbell, Student Reporter April 15, 2025

Petals, Paws, & Candle Pours, a fundraiser hosted by The Haute Wick Social and Fresh Cut Kenova from April 12 to 13, raised money for Huntington Cabell...

Appalachian Feline Foster Network hosted Meowsterpieces Unleashed, a cat-themed art show and fundraiser on April 12. (The Parthenon/Luke Campbell)

Meowsterpieces Unleashed fundraiser

Luke Campbell, Student Reporter April 15, 2025

Appalachian Feline Foster Network hosted Meowsterpieces Unleashed, a cat-themed art show and fundraiser on April 12 that aimed to raise funds to help expand...

The Memorial Fountain was turned on during the annual ceremony on April 12, 2025. (The Parthenon/Haven Steele)

Honoring the Legacy: Marshall’s Annual Fountain Ceremony

Haven Steele, Student Reporter April 13, 2025

Marshall University gathered in remembrance during the annual Spring Fountain Ceremony at the Memorial Student Center. The wholesome event honored the...

Sunrise Movement Huntington meets at Cicada Books. (Courtesy of Sunrise Huntington)

Sunrise Movement shines a light on community needs

Kaitlyn Fleming, News Editor April 2, 2025

Sunrise Movement Huntington’s first priority is the environment; however, the organization worked in unison to make their voices heard regarding local...

Soul Food Cafe (Courtesy of Soul Food Cafe Facebook)

Soul Food Café opens in Huntington

Holly Belmont, Staff Reporter March 31, 2025

A Georgia entrepreneur and pastor brings home-style, Southern cooking to Huntington on 4th Avenue, serving up comfort, tradition and family-centered ideals...

Brooks has been honored by the city government for her involvement in the community. (Courtesy of Marshall University)

Celebrating Women’s History: Marshall library leader recognized by city

Kaitlyn Fleming, News Editor March 27, 2025

After years of serving college campuses through academic librarianship, it remains evident there is immense power in unseen contributions, one Women’s...

Huntington Mayor, Patrick Ferrell speaking at the City Council Meeting. 
(The Parthenon/Wade Sullivan)

Huntington City Council holds pressurized budget discussion

Holly Belmont, Staff Reporter March 25, 2025

Huntington City Council’s March 24 meeting raised tensions in city hall as members and attendees debated the allocation of funds for the fiscal year...

Collective 37 Co-directors, Morgan Napier and Brooke Olivarri signing the agreement with Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce President and CEO, Megan Archer. (The Parthenon/Soleil Woolard)

Collective 37 signs partnership with Huntington Chamber of Commerce

Soleil Woolard, Student Reporter March 8, 2025

Even though the idea of Collective 37 was not made by students, it would not have happened without students, a faculty advisor of Collective 37 said. Collective...

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