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Poet Presents their Progress at “Nevertheless, We Persist”

Brea Smith, Reporter • March 9, 2022

Body Shot’s 14th annual performance “Nevertheless, We Persist” continued the legacy of performances dedicated to celebrating all aspects of gender, sexuality, and femininity. Each year, students,...

The Mountaineer Rental Assistance Program Provides Over 65 Million Dollars to Renters in Need

Alaina Laster, Reporter • March 9, 2022

The Mountaineer Rental Assistance Program has already provided renters across the state with 65 million dollars of rental assistance. They still have that and more left to assist those who need it when...

Marshall Sports Medicine Institute Provides Medical Coverage at State Championships

Grace Hewitt, Reporter • March 9, 2022

Through a new relationship with the West Virginia Secondary School Activities (WVSSAC) Commission, the Marshall Sports Medicine Institute (MSMI) will begin providing sports training coverage for all state...

HerdCon Showcases Local Artwork, Cosplay and Fandom

Tyler Kennett, Sports Editor • March 8, 2022

There are not many peaceful days when you can walk around in a suit of armor. Even then, there is likely only one day when it comes across as completely normal to be fully clad in a suit of...

WV Legislature Removes Higher-Ed from “Anti-Racism” and Identity Teaching Bill

Isabella Robinson, Lead Reporter • March 8, 2022

After a public hearing on Monday where several West Virginia University professors spoke against a bill that they said would stifle freedom of expression in their classrooms, West Virginia lawmakers removed...

‘Urgent Panel: War in Ukraine’ Discussion features MU Professors

Isabella Robinson, Lead Reporter • March 3, 2022

On Wednesday Afternoon, Marshall University presented a virtual panel discussion at 2 p.m. with several faculty members entitled “Urgent Panel: War in Ukraine.” Announced only one day in advance,...

SGA Pro-Temp Donohue Resigns

Conner Woodruff, News Editor • March 2, 2022

Student Government Association Senate President Pro-Tempore Cameron Donohue resigned from his position during the group’s meeting on Mar. 1 and ahead of the beginning of the SGA presidential race. After...

Countdown to Commencement Returns for 2022 Graduates

Grace Hewitt, Reporter • March 2, 2022

Everything graduates need before the big graduation day, all in one stop in the countdown to commencement two-day event in the MSC Don Morris room Mar.1 and Mar. 2 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Kathryn Smith,...

Lead Center to Host Elephants and Onions Workshop

Grace Hewitt, Reporter • March 2, 2022

The LEAD Center (Leadership Engagement Activities Development) will host another workshop for Marshall students called “Elephants and Onions.” Emilie Christenberry, the graduate assistant...

Lifestyle Film Festival Comes to Marshall Campus

Victoria Ware, Reporter • March 2, 2022

At the new “Lifestyle Film Festival,” Marshall will show six classic films over four days that depict different aspects of culture—such as, food, wine and fashion—beginning on Thursday, Mar. 3,...

Cornell Physics Professor Speaks to Students

Trevor Smith, Reporter • March 2, 2022

Traditional science labs sometimes teach bad habits to students, a Cornell University physics professor told Marshall University students Friday evening. Dr. Natasha Holmes comes to Marshall by...

Wellness Center Hosts Series of “Safer Spring Break” Activities

Victoria Ware, Reporter • March 2, 2022

“Safer Spring Break” from the Marshall University Wellness Center will feature various activities geared towards ensuring students’ wellbeing and improving their health on Mar. 9 at the Memorial...