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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Queer to Slay creates safe space for LGBT+ students

Miranda Valles, Reporter February 23, 2021

Marshall’s Office of LGBTQ+ is hosting peer-to-peer group meetings for students every Tuesday and Thursday at 6 p.m.    Queer to Slay is an all-inclusive support group that aims to provide...

Pharmacy fraternity host drive-thru food collection

Isabella Robinson February 23, 2021

The Marshall School of Pharmacy’s Phi Delta Chi Professional Pharmacy Fraternity will host a drive-thru food collection to benefit the Facing Hunger Foodbank this Friday, Feb. 26 from noon to 5 p.m.   “The...

West Virginia House delegates enter chambers, Saturday, March 9. New proposals concerning water quality and protections will not be reviewed until the 2020 legislative session.

Campus carry resurfaces, prompts response

Tyler Spence, Opinion Editor February 23, 2021

Under current statutes in West Virginia, college campuses remain an exception for places one can visit and conceal carry a weapon without a permit. Earlier this month, the West Virginia Senate introduced...

A tree covered in ice on Marshall University's campus

Students prepare for classes to resume

Isabella Robinson, News Editor February 23, 2021

Marshall students are preparing to brave the winter weather as classes resume following a week of cancellations and delays due to weather conditions and power outages.   “Out of all the time I...

Theatre department transitions to virtual learning

Theatre department transitions to virtual learning

Miranda Valles, reporter February 23, 2021

With the decision to remain for the most part, virtual in regards to activities and classes, Marshall’s theatre students are left to adapt their art to unconventional means.   Unlike other departments,...

Woodson Lyceum hosts panel on minority health

Woodson Lyceum hosts panel on minority health

Madison Perdue, Reporter February 16, 2021

As the pandemic continues and the promise of immunization climbs, many African Americans across the country question the new vaccine’s reliability and the fervent encouragement for the public to take...

The Health Plan of West Virginia Inc. donates $25,000 to Project Hope of Huntington

The Health Plan of West Virginia Inc. donates $25,000 to Project Hope of Huntington

WV Press Association February 16, 2021

Release from The Health Plan of West Virginia: WHEELING, W.Va. —  During this COVID-19 pandemic, there has unfortunately been an increase in substance abuse throughout our region and across the country....

Vehicles and scenery around Marshall University's campus were covered in ice from the storms that came through Monday night.

Ice storm disrupts remote learning

Tyler Spence, Opinion Editor February 16, 2021

In the past weeks, the greater Huntington area has seen a considerably large ice storm that - according to Appalachian Power as of 2 p.m. on Tuesday - has left 33,398 customers without power in Cabell...

Preparations for men’s mental health week

Preparations for men’s mental health week

Madison Perdue, Reporter February 16, 2021

While more attention has been brought to students’ mental and emotional health in recent years, there has been some disparity between men and women seeking support. This is largely due to the stigmatization...

Survey examines mental health and diversity

Survey examines mental health and diversity

Madison Perdue, Reporter February 16, 2021

As the pandemic continues to impact the lives of students, specialists at the Marshall University Counseling Center are asking students to help them improve mental health service accessibility and diversity...

Art students struggle to acclimate with virtual classes

Miranda Valles, Reporter February 16, 2021

Marshall University’s forced switch to virtual classes has left the majority of students uncertain about the sudden changes that the pandemic brought on. Students belonging to the art department have...

The future, according to MU President Gilbert

The future, according to MU President Gilbert

Tyler Spence, Opinion Editor February 9, 2021

When Marshall University announced Dr. Gilbert as its 37th president, the native Mississippian had big plans to make Marshall renowned nationally. In a time when many students are unsure of what...

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