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Erik Cochrane

SGA transitions to new marketing chair amid skepticism

Caden Adkins and Sarah Davis September 18, 2024

A change in SGA leadership two weeks ago concerning social media control caused confusion and prompted a discussion of the bylaws among members and spectators. The marketing chair was named as Brenda...

Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump and Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris participate during an ABC News presidential debate at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia, Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Harris and Trump discuss abortion, immigration and more in debate

Caden Adkins, Student Reporter September 17, 2024

Heated blows were exchanged between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald J. Trump in a moderated debate at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. The debate ran for...

The MU Astronomy Club hosts its speaker series every other Friday this semester.

Astronomy Club hosts virtual speaker series

Nate Harrah, Student Reporter September 15, 2024

The Marshall University Astronomy Club is currently hosting a virtual speaker series on YouTube during the Fall 2024 Semester. “For our virtual speaker series, this is something that we have drawn...

Sandfest benefits the Huntington Children's Museum, which is located on Washington Avenue.

Sand Sculpting to Benefit Local Museum

Luke Campbell, Student Reporter September 14, 2024

The event lead for Sandfest, a fundraiser for the Huntington Children’s Museum happening on Sept. 15 from 2 to 6 p.m., expects more people than previous years to attend.  Stacy Hacker, Huntington...

Denver Brunsman

Amicus Curiae returns on Constitution Day

The Parthenon September 12, 2024

In celebration of Constitution Day Tuesday, Sept. 17, Marshall’s long-running political lecture series will foster conversations about our nation’s first leader, George Washington. Denver Brunsman,...

A medical helicopter is seen in front of Apalachee High School after a shooting at the school Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024, in Winder, Ga.

Coming to school shouldn’t be scary, local teacher says on recent Georgia school shooting

Caden Adkins, Student Reporter September 10, 2024

“No students should fear coming to school,” a teacher at Cabell Midland High School said in response to the shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia Wednesday, Sept. 4.  “It (school)...

Drinko Library

Drinko Library’s 2025 art exhibit seeking submissions

Jordan Ooten, Student Reporter September 9, 2024

According to a press release from Marshall University News, the theme for the exhibit is “Appalachian Innovation: Crafting the Future.” The press release also states that the Marshall and Appalachian...

The Visual Arts Center is located on Third Avenue across from Pullman Square.

VAC directors reflect on 10 years of integrating art into community

Jordan Ooten, Student Reporter September 8, 2024

The community remains a top priority for Marshall’s Visual Arts Center even after 10 years, a commitment expressed by both the first and current directors of the VAC.   “We are always finding new...

Marshall expands collaboration to Ireland

The Parthenon September 7, 2024

  At the end of July, Marshall University signed and completed a Memorandum of Understanding  in collaboration with the Dundalk Institute of Technology in the Republic of Ireland.   The collaboration...

Flotsam River Circus, from Aug. 29 to 30 2024

Flotsam River Circus

Wade Sullivan, Photo & Graphics Editor September 6, 2024

Flotsam River Circus, a traveling troupe that puts on what it calls “post-apocalyptic performances,” floated into Huntington’s Harris Riverfront Park for shows on Friday and Saturday nights, Aug....

Herd prepares for Virginia Tech

Joseph DiCristofaro, Sports Editor September 6, 2024

Marshall Football will run onto the field Saturday, Sept. 7, with the echoes of Enter Sandman filtering out of Lane Stadium in Blacksburg, Virginia, as they prepare to take on the Virginia Tech Hokies. The...

Study Abroad Fair provides global opportunities

Sean Donovan, Student Reporter September 5, 2024

Marshall University hosted its annual Study Abroad Fair on Sept. 4, offering students a chance to explore international academic programs, connect with numerous global universities and learn about opportunities...

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