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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Huntington shows out for Homecoming Parade

Huntington shows out for Homecoming Parade

Nate Harrah, Student Reporter October 9, 2024

Crowds cheered, and kids collected candy from 10th Street to Harless Field in celebration of Marshall Homecoming with the Homecoming Parade Friday, Oct. 4.  The parade featured floats from Marshall...

Pictured left-to-right: 2023 Homecoming attendant Semoni Weaver, vice president of
Intercultural and Student Affairs Marcie Simms, 2024 homecoming attendant Kylie Fisher, first
woman Alys Smith, University President Brad D. Smith and 2024 attendant Dylan Ellison.

Hurricane support takes the crown at Homecoming game

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor October 8, 2024

As per tradition, Marshall’s homecoming court walked the football field awaiting the crowning of two winning attendants this past Saturday, Oct. 5. This year, however, was a bit different. All of...

Billy and Michelle on their trip to Paris.

Couples on Campus: Billy & Michelle Biggs

Kaitlyn Fleming, Opinions & Culture Editor October 8, 2024

When couples prioritize each other and support each other’s individual goals and aspirations, a strong and lasting bond is sure to follow, one member of Marshall’s Office of the Registrar said.  “We...

Students will have Thursday, Oct. 10 and Friday, Oct. 11 off.

Midterm break makes its debut

Baylee Parsons, News Editor October 6, 2024

For the first time in decades, Marshall students are preparing for a midterm break. The break, which is scheduled for Oct. 10 and 11, will allow students to have a long weekend off following midterms. While...

Bison Bites is located in the Towers Marketplace.

The Den undergoes ‘Bison Bites’ rebranding

Greg Jones, Student Reporter October 6, 2024

Marshall University is reintroducing the diner on campus at Towers as “Bison Bites.”  The diner was formerly “The Den,” which was sponsored by Denny’s. The place has made changes including...

The dogs and cats have their own dedicated spaces at the shelter.

Local animal shelter introduces renovations

Maggie Gibbs, Staff Reporter October 5, 2024

Walking into the new building at the Huntington Cabell Wayne Animal Shelter, visitors would never know it was once a school and a stable for Huntington’s Mounted Patrol. The only remaining evidence of...

Marshall is a Voter Friendly Campus.

Absentee voting begins for 2024 election

Caden Adkins, Student Reporter October 4, 2024

As Election Day approaches, the deadline gets shorter and shorter to become a registered voter.  Election Day will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 5; however, approved absentee voters can submit their...

The 2024 Homecoming game against Appalachian State will take place in the Joan C. Edwards Stadium on Oct. 5.

Marshall vs App State: The show must go on

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor October 3, 2024

Marshall is deep into its homecoming week, and, with game day quickly approaching, many fans are wondering about the condition of the opposing team, Appalachian State University. App State, located...

Dot Hicks

Dot Hicks looks back on storied past

Joseph DiCristofaro, Sports Editor October 3, 2024

Dorothy “Dot” Hicks, commonly referred to as the pioneer of women’s sports at Marshall University due to the decades of work she dedicated to women’s athletics, was named the 2024 Homecoming grand...

Sam Berkrot stands in front of the StoryCorps Airstream Bus.

StoryCorps mobile tour collects stories on campus

Ella Bumgardner, Staff Reporter October 2, 2024

 In partnership with West Virginia Public Broadcasting, StoryCorps is visiting Huntington to share stories from members of the community.  The StoryCorps mobile tour made their 8th stop of the 2024...

Harvard economist discusses local challenges

Luke Campbell, Student Reporter October 2, 2024

On Sept. 30, Harvard economist Gordon Hanson gave a presentation on understanding the economic challenges facing smaller communities, like those in Appalachia, during local recessions and some solutions...

The Career Fair took place at the Rec Center.

Career Fair offers real-world job opportunities

Olivia Andrew-Vaughan, Staff Reporters October 2, 2024

Alumnus Zack Ihnat said at the most recent Marshall Career Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 25, that he secured a full-time job directly from the Career Fair. He now works as a design engineer for Kokosing Construction...

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