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The Parthenon

Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Mayoral candidates (left to right): Democrat Jennifer Wheeler, Independent Jay Michaels and Republican Patrick Farrell

University hosts mayoral and gubernatorial debates

Evan Green, Executive Editor October 16, 2024

Huntington’s three mayoral candidates and two West Virginia gubernatorial candidates laid out their platforms and visions to Marshall students and the...

Connecticut Army National Guard members, accompanied by civilian volunteers, deliver supplies to residents in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024, in Burnsville, N.C.

Back-to-back Hurricanes slam the south

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor October 16, 2024

The meaning behind the common phrase “the storms of life” is often used to encourage friends and family through a challenging time or to describe arduous...

The panel consisted of members of Marshall’s Title IX Office and Branches.

Title IX Office raises awareness for Domestic Violence Month

Ella Bumgardner, Staff Reporter October 16, 2024

In collaboration with Branches Domestic Violence Shelter, Marshall’s Title IX Office and the Violence Prevention & Response Program hosted an event...

Representatives from the Public Safety Office participated in the event.

Coffee bridges gap between law enforcement and students

Nolan Duncan, Staff Reporter October 15, 2024

Free food and coffee greeted students at the freshman dorms last week, along with a chance to get to know some officers of the Marshall University Police...

World Mental Health Day reminders

World Mental Health Day reminders

Maggie Gibbs, Staff Reporter October 15, 2024

Oct. 10 was World Mental Health Day, and Marshall students have access to myriad resources through the university. Marshall University offers counseling...

Both Marshall for All cohorts with President Smith

Marshall for All Continues to Grow

Nolan Duncan, Staff Reporter October 12, 2024

The second cohort for the Marshall For All program began its college career this year. The Marshall For All program is MU President Brad Smith’s goal...

The Tsubasacon logo

Tsubasacon returns to Charleston for 21st year

Nate Harrah, Student Reporter October 10, 2024

West Virginia’s longest-running anime, manga and gaming convention returns to the Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center tomorrow, Oct. 11, until...

Glenn Elliott, the Democrat West Virginia Senate candidate

Democratic Senate candidate comes to Marshall

Luke Campbell, Student Reporter October 9, 2024

Glenn Elliott, the Democrat West Virginia Senate candidate, spoke at Marshall’s campus as a part of his “The Place Where We Belong” tour to get to...

The vice presidential debate took place in New York City, NY.

Gun violence, economy among vice presidential debate topics

Caden Adkins, Student Reporter October 9, 2024

JD Vance and Tim Walz met for the first time on Tuesday, Oct. 1, as they discussed gun violence, the economy and more during the 2024 Vice Presidential...

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....

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...

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...

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