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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

A medical helicopter is seen in front of Apalachee High School after a shooting at the school Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024, in Winder, Ga.

Coming to school shouldn’t be scary, local teacher says on recent Georgia school shooting

Caden Adkins, Student Reporter September 10, 2024

“No students should fear coming to school,” a teacher at Cabell Midland High School said in response to the shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder,...

Drinko Library

Drinko Library’s 2025 art exhibit seeking submissions

Jordan Ooten, Student Reporter September 9, 2024

According to a press release from Marshall University News, the theme for the exhibit is “Appalachian Innovation: Crafting the Future.” The press release...

The Visual Arts Center is located on Third Avenue across from Pullman Square.

VAC directors reflect on 10 years of integrating art into community

Jordan Ooten, Student Reporter September 8, 2024

The community remains a top priority for Marshall’s Visual Arts Center even after 10 years, a commitment expressed by both the first and current directors...

Marshall expands collaboration to Ireland

The Parthenon September 7, 2024

  At the end of July, Marshall University signed and completed a Memorandum of Understanding  in collaboration with the Dundalk Institute of Technology...

Flotsam River Circus, from Aug. 29 to 30 2024

Flotsam River Circus

Wade Sullivan, Photo & Graphics Editor September 6, 2024

Flotsam River Circus, a traveling troupe that puts on what it calls “post-apocalyptic performances,” floated into Huntington’s Harris Riverfront...

Herd prepares for Virginia Tech

Joseph DiCristofaro, Sports Editor September 6, 2024

Marshall Football will run onto the field Saturday, Sept. 7, with the echoes of Enter Sandman filtering out of Lane Stadium in Blacksburg, Virginia, as...

Study Abroad Fair provides global opportunities

Sean Donovan, Student Reporter September 5, 2024

Marshall University hosted its annual Study Abroad Fair on Sept. 4, offering students a chance to explore international academic programs, connect with...

Gov. Jim Justice announced the extension
of the state of emergency on Aug. 26.

West Virginia experiences worst drought since 2008

Caden Adkins, Student Reporter September 4, 2024

Gov. Jim Justice extended the state of emergency in West Virginia starting in Aug. 26 due to drought conditions plaguing the state since late July.  The...

University suggests reading to promote inclusivity

Baylee Parsons, News Editor September 4, 2024

In trying to develop a stronger Marshall community, the university recently recommended a history of Queer Appalachian literature and the memoir of a Salvadoran...

Students long for shorter dining lines

Nolan Duncan, Staff Reporter September 3, 2024

Responding to housing complications over the summer, students have expressed concerns over how the larger freshman class this year will affect their day-to-day...

Frank Archer and Robert Archer on the first Labor Day

Labor Day: beyond the cookout

Kaitlyn Fleming, Opinion & Cultures Editor September 2, 2024

Labor Day is not just one more chance for soaking up the dwindling days of summertime fun, one history professor at Chatham University said. Dr. Lou...

Mike Duncan, longtime Marshall fan

Fans cheer at season’s first football game despite thunderstorm

Ella Bumgardner, Staff Reporter September 1, 2024

Rain and lightning did not stop the Thundering Herd fans from cheering on the football team for the first home game of the 2024-2025 season. “I came...

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