The Parthenon

Dr. Carter G. Woodson Day to be observed Friday

Rebecca Turnbull, Reporter • February 5, 2016

Huntington Mayor Steve Willams will be proclaiming Feb. 5, 2016 as “Dr. Carter G. Woodson Day” during a ceremony at 4 p.m. in the third floor atrium of Drinko Library on the Marshall University...

Council of Chairs discusses ideas to improve university

Rebecca Turnbull, Reporter • February 5, 2016

President Jerry Gilbert shared his ideas Thursday for raising the national prominence of Marshall University with the Council of Chairs. Gilbert said he wants to put the most emphasis on increasing...

”Heads up Huntington” app alerts users of emergency situations

Darius Booker, Reporter • February 5, 2016

A locally designed emergency notification app brought in just over 2,000 downloads during the weekend of winter storm Jonas. The City of Huntington released an app two years ago that informs Cabell...

United Way of River Cities Letters of Intent now available

Lydia Waybright, Reporter • February 5, 2016

The United Way of River Cities is accepting Letters of Intent for both Safety-Net Service Grants and Impact Grants. Applications are due Feb. 16 at 5 p.m. and can be completed through an online system...

Make it Shine Statewide Cleanup begins application process

Lydia Waybright, Reporter • February 5, 2016

The 2016 West Virginia Make it Shine Statewide Cleanup is set to rally West Virginians across the state to clean up litter. Applications to participate are now available. Applications are due on Feb....

Clay Club to host Valentine’s Day fundraiser

Lukas Hagley, Reporter • February 5, 2016

Gift-giving holidays have a way of sneaking up on people unexpectedly and Valentine’s Day is no exception. This year, Marshall University’s Clay Club members are hoping to make it just a bit easier...

Tanzania study abroad program offers unique trip of a lifetime

Amanda Gibson, Reporter • February 5, 2016

The deadline for applications to the summer Tanzania study abroad program is Feb. 15. All majors are eligible for the Tanzania program, but the trip is mostly geared toward students pursuing a career...

Plans for Greek Week underway

Carli Plute, Reporter • February 5, 2016

The Greek Week chair at Marshall University held a meeting On Wednesday, February 3 to begin figuring out festivities for Greek Week. Greek Week takes place throughout the week of April 10. Activities...

InsideOut dream comes to life, unites all denominations

Nancy Peyton, Reporter • February 5, 2016

InsideOut strives to bring out the purpose and potential of every person from the inside out. Senior communication disorders major,Zach Sturgill has been involved in ministry for the last two years...

Album Review: Jazz Cartier “Hotel Paranoia”

Nick Morton, Reporter • February 5, 2016

There is one thing you cannot deny when listening to Jazz Cartier. Cartier is putting a twist on pop-rap. Mostly all of his songs have a repetitive an irresistibly catchy hook, sick beats and seem to...

Huntington prepares for the Super Bowl

Emily Kinner, Reporter • February 5, 2016

Many students and community members are planning and preparing for Sunday’s big game between the Carolina Panthers and the Denver Broncos. Some said they are excited for more than the game itself....

SGA accepting donations for women in need

Jared Casto, Reporter • February 4, 2016

The Marshall University Student Government Association is currently accepting donations for “Mardi Bras,” a Charleston YWCA personal care collection drive that asks for donated bras, underwear and...