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The Parthenon

Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

The updated mascot was posted on HerdZone in early April. (Courtesy of HerdZone via Instagram)

Vintage Marco logo receives a minor makeover

Riley Burnett, Student Reporter April 25, 2025

The classic “Sailor Marco” logo has received a modern redesign at Marshall University. As French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent once said, “Fashions fade; style is eternal.” While the sailor...

The goal of the event was to educate visitors on caring for the planet.

Central City celebrates Earth & Culture Day

Luke Campbell, Student Reporter April 24, 2025

Central City’s Earth & Culture Day, an event hosted by RenewAll and Coalfield Development on April 19, aimed to celebrate local and regional artists, organizations and community initiatives. “Every...

"Let's Cheer with Marco," will feature Marshall University's beloved bison.

Herding young readers: First children’s book to feature Marco

Kaitlyn Fleming, News Editor April 24, 2025

Instilling Marshall’s values and the pride for the Herd early on sparked the inspiration for a children’s book featuring the university’s beloved mascot, Marco, one Marshall alum said.  Callanta...

Official university seal featuring namesake John Marshall outside the Rec Center

ACLU-WV sues Trump administration for revoking Marshall student’s visa

Kaitlyn Fleming, News Editor April 23, 2025

The American Civil Liberties Union of West Virginia has filed a federal lawsuit against Trump administration officials after a Marshall University graduate student’s visa was “unlawfully revoked.” Earlier...

"Battersea" poster (Courtesy of IMDB)

Marshall Alum to show award winning film at the Appalachian Film Festival

Caden Adkins, Opinions & Culture Editor April 23, 2025

A Marshall alum will be showing his award-winning feature film at the Appalachian Film Festival Saturday, April 26, at the historical Foundry Theater in Huntington’s City Hall. With a bachelor’s...

Cara Filler (Courtesy of Cara Filler)

More than a statistic: the impact of driving safety

Soleil Woolard, Student Reporter April 22, 2025

It isn’t just about traffic safety, it’s about not becoming a statistic, the keynote speaker said at the Traffic Safety Summit. The Huntington Regional Highway Safety program hosted youth motivational...

Gaming at Marshall has a community of over 700 members. (Courtesy of Marshall Gaming)

Marshall University Esports varsity teams finishes Top 8 nationally during debut season

Bethany Jarrell, Staff Reporter April 21, 2025

Marshall University Esports capped off a historic debut season by finishing eighth at the 2025 College CoD Nationals on April 11, marking the university's rise in the competitive gaming world. Marshall...

Lily Hager is the 2025 winner of the Catalyst for Change award. (Courtesy of Lily Hager)

Catalyst for change follows footsteps of those before her

Soleil Woolard, Student Reporter April 20, 2025

Even though someone might be called a trailblazer, psychology major Lily Hager said the only reason she was able to make the change she has because of the women who came before her. The Women of Marshall...

Traditional and non-traditional Greek Life students find common ground

Tally Mamula, Student Reporter April 19, 2025

Two Marshall University students joined Greek Life through completely different routes—but both found sisterhood, support and purpose. Junior health science major Kaylee Gue is what many would call...

Waller Davis 2025 Logo (Courtesy of Waller Davis)

Waller and Davis aim for transparency with students

Nolan Duncan, Staff Reporter April 17, 2025

Student Government Association President-elect Connor Waller and Vice President-Elect Alissa Davis both see next year as a way to build on the foundation created by this year’s administration. Waller...

Marshall joins United States Health Promoting Campuses Network

Holly Belmont, Staff Reporter April 16, 2025

Marshall University is now an official United States Health Promoting Campuses Network member – a step described as monumental by Student Body President Brea Belville.  The organization, committed...

The ACE Center is located in East Hall.

DEI plans finalized, set to reach broader audience

Baylee Parsons, Managing Editor April 16, 2025

Although some offices and titles have changed, state and federal bans on diversity, equity and inclusion have not and will not diminish student support on campus, said the director of access, connections...

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