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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

West Virginia Sens. Joe Manchin (D) and Shelley Moore Capito (R)

W.Va. senators vote to extend federal government spying powers

Douglas Harding, Executive Editor May 25, 2020

The United States Senate passed a bill earlier this month reinstating controversial surveillance powers meant for investigating terrorism and espionage, but which allow the federal government to access...

Advocates concerned how city may handle impending increase in homelessness

Douglas Harding, Executive Editor May 19, 2020

The line of landlords filing eviction notices was “out the door” Monday at the Cabell County Courthouse in Huntington as state courts reopened for in-person operations, a magistrate clerk told local...

Marshall University to celebrate spring 2020 commencement Aug. 8

Staff Report May 6, 2020

The following message is from Marshall University: "HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – Marshall University has announced it has tentatively rescheduled its spring commencement ceremony for 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug....

Prisoners unable to follow safety measures amid pandemic, inmate says

Douglas Harding, Managing Editor May 5, 2020

An inmate at North Central Regional Jail in Doddridge County recently said she and others in the facility are unable to follow safety protocols recommended by health experts and state officials, are not...

Community comes together to provide activities and support for youth

Ralph May, Reporter April 25, 2020

Sparked by a need to support children displaced by the economic fallout of COVID-19, a collaborated forum is coordinating resources to support local agencies and community members. “West Virginia...

New director of athletic bands named

Staff Report April 25, 2020

The following comes directly from the Marshall University newsletter. "Chris Schletter will step into the role of director of athletic bands and assistant professor of music at Marshall beginning this...

MU president and provost take pay cut due to lost revenue

Ralph May, Reporter April 25, 2020

Marshall University President Jerry Gilbert and Provost Jaime Taylor will donate part of their salaries and implement cost saving measures amidst uncertainty of enrollment in the fall semester leading...

National designation for RCBI will allow more opportunities across America

Ralph May, Reporter April 21, 2020

Manufactures across America will be supported by the apprenticeship program at the Robert C. Bryd Institute because of a national designation by the U.S. Department of Labor, said the project manager,...

SGA uses social media to reach students

Kyra Biscarner, Reporter April 21, 2020

The Marshall University Student Government Association is doing its part to make the transition from traditional learning to online courses easier for students. Student Body President Stephanie Rogner...

Students create time capsules to open on graduation day

Students create time capsules to open on graduation day

Amanda Larch, Executive Editor April 21, 2020

While preparing to teach a First Year Seminar (FYS) class for the first time, professor Sandra Reed stumbled upon information about the Voyager Golden Record, a time capsule sent into space in 1977. That...

Marshall program aims to educate community about nutrition

Ralph May, Reporter April 21, 2020

A weekly video campaign focused on providing nutritional resources and educational entertainment for families was launched by Marshall University’s Nutrition Education Program. “During the school...

Marshall donation helps provide luggage for foster youth

Talor Bennett, Reporter April 21, 2020

Sabrina Thomas who is part of a grassroots community group that supports foster care kids, parents, social workers and local community groups, put together a luggage drive for kids in foster care for them...

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