The Parthenon

Columbia University Students Reportedly Attacked by Chemical Spray During Protests

Matthew Schaffer, Managing Editor • January 29, 2024

Protesters at Columbia University were sprayed with hazardous chemicals during a pro-Palestinian "divestment now" rally on Friday, Jan. 19, leading eight students to seek medical attention. According...

University Offers Graduation Waiver for Students

Nolan Duncan, Student Reporter • January 29, 2024

In a press release on Friday, Jan. 12, Marshall announced the “One of the Herd” initiative for the 2024 Fall Semester. In an interview on Jan. 18, a Marshall University official explained the purpose...

Author of Harlan Renaissance to Speak on Campus

Ella Bumgardner, Staff Reporter • January 26, 2024

Author and sociologist Dr. William H. Turner is expected to speak at Marshall University on Wednesday, Jan. 31, in acknowledgment of Black History Month in concurrence with the HLC Quality Initiative. Turner...

Newly-Elected Officials Share Plans for Huntington

Reagan Clagg, Student Reporter • January 25, 2024

The newly-elected Huntington City Council chair and vice-chair are optimistic that the council will further efforts to give Huntington a more student-friendly atmosphere. Attorney Sarah Walling...

Student Affairs’ New Communications Coordinator Sets Sights on Technology Revamp

Ashley Ferguson, Student Reporter • January 23, 2024

Buffy Six, the recently appointed Intercultural & Student Affairs communications coordinator at Marshall University, shared insights about their upcoming responsibilities during an interview. Six focused...

BeyondMU: Justice Delivers Final State of the State Address

Matthew Schaffer, Managing Editor • January 19, 2024

West Virginia Governor and Senate-hopeful Jim Justice delivered his eighth and final State of the State address highlighting his legacy and proposals for next year’s budget on Wednesday, Jan. 10. Throughout...

New Business Building Brings Innovation

Emma Gallus, Staff Reporter • January 17, 2024

The multi-million dollar Brad D. Smith Center for Business and Innovation offers a new spot for students to be immersed in business practices. The center began classes Jan. 8. The structure holds...

Israel-Hamas War Victims Honored at Vigil

Matthew Schaffer, Managing Editor • December 13, 2023

A candlelight vigil to memorialize those who have died in the Israel-Hamas war saw community and religious leaders gather on Wednesday, Nov. 17, at the Memorial Student Center Plaza. The event was hosted...

The True Cost of College: Marshall CFO Breaks Down University and Program-Specific Fees

Evan Green, Executive Editor • December 12, 2023

How some students are charged tuition per semester has been simplified, while others still have to consider the different types of fees they may be charged, Marshall’s chief financial officer says. “In...

BeyondMU: Man Charged After Shooting Three College Students of Palestinian Descent

Matthew Schaffer, Managing Editors • December 11, 2023

A man has been charged with attempted murder after shooting three college students of Palestinian descent on Saturday, Nov. 25, in Burlington, Vermont, while visiting a relative's home on Thanksgiving...

Stories Hold Weight, Professor Says at Winter Commencement

Sarah Davis, News Editor • December 10, 2023

Over 500 sons and daughters of Marshall received their degrees at the University’s Winter Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 9, at the Mountain Health Arena. The ceremony celebrated students...

Marching Thunder Can Take 50 to Bowl Game

Sarah Davis, News Editor • December 8, 2023

The Herd’s musical presence on the bowl field will be smaller this year. After a meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 5, about the upcoming Frisco Bowl, students and faculty of Marshall’s Marching Thunder were...