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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives under review at Marshall

Sarah Davis, Executive Editor January 28, 2025

The Parthenon reported last week that Marshall had taken down a variety of web pages concerning diversity, equity and inclusion information. Leah Payne, the director of communications at Marshall, said...

Old Main, the oldest building at Marshall University.

Federal orders may halt funding for Marshall’s cybersecurity building

Kaitlyn Fleming, News Editor January 28, 2025

Executive orders from the Trump administration have paused funding stemming from the Inflation Reduction Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act – potentially including funds for Marshall...

The 3rd Avenue parking lot on Jan. 21, 2025.

‘Snowmageddon’ raises concerns over safety, parking

Baylee Parsons, Managing Editor January 28, 2025

Students struggled to get to class on time in their first weeks of classes, not because they forgot to set their alarms for the new semester but because they returned to campus to find their parking spots...

The upcoming Sunday story time on Feb. 9 will feature the solar system.

Children learn through play in museum programming

Holly Belmont, Staff Reporter January 27, 2025

Sunday Storytime, hosted by the Huntington Children’s Museum, teaches the importance of reading and makes it fun.  Executive Director Raine Klover offered insight into the program and the benefits...

Graphic by Nolan Duncan

Drinko is the superior study spot, students say

Nolan Duncan, Staff Reporter January 24, 2025

As part of the preparation for the new semester, some students are using their favorite study spots to handle their work. The Parthenon interviewed eight students across various grade levels. Of the...

DEVELOPING STORY: Diversity related pages removed from Marshall’s website

Sarah Davis, Executive Editor January 23, 2025

*Editor's Note: This is a developing story that is being updated as more information becomes available. (5:50pm, Jan. 23) Marshall has taken down their web pages concerning diversity, equity and...

January is National Slavery & Human Trafficking Prevention Month

Title IX sheds light on common signs of human trafficking

Holly Belmont, Staff Reporter January 23, 2025

College students, especially those who are financially unstable, can fall victim to human and labor trafficking. With January being National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, the Marshall University...

This photo taken by Pacific Palisades resident Darrin Hurwitz shows the Palisades Fire as it approaches homes in Los Angeles, Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025.

L.A. reporter on California fires: ‘It’s okay to care’

Sarah Davis, Executive Editor January 22, 2025

California has been living in a state of uncertainty since multiple widespread wildfires erupted in the southern region starting early January. The Palisades and Eaton fires are both still active in...

The Russells' support for the Herd extends beyond their offices.

Couples on Campus: The Russells

Kaitlyn Fleming, News Editor January 22, 2025

Despite the same major, mutual friends and a shared cubicle, one Marshall couple’s love bloomed slowly — and then all at once.  Megan Russell, the director of progressions for the School of Pharmacy,...

The President Joe Biden, center left, and first lady Jill Biden, left, greet President-elect Donald Trump, center right, and Melania Trump, right, upon arriving at the White House, Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, in Washington.

Trump inaugurated for second time, taking oath as 47th president

Caden Adkins, Opinions & Culture Editor January 21, 2025

“The golden age of America begins right now,” President Donald J. Trump told the country on Monday, Jan. 20, as he officially returned to the oval office and delivered his inaugural address as...

Sun Belt fines Marshall for bowl opt-out following transfer portal losses

Holly Belmont, Staff Reporter January 21, 2025

On Friday, Jan. 17, the Sun Belt Conference fined Marshall University $100,000 for opting out of the Independence Bowl. The Thundering Herd was originally slated to play Army at the 2024 Radiance Technologies...

Student walking on Marshall's campus

Braving the snow: students tackle the first week of spring semester

Nolan Duncan, Staff Reporter January 21, 2025

As the 2025 Spring Semester begins, students used the first week to prepare themselves for classes. While the new semester appears daunting, some students are grateful for understanding professors....

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