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UPDATED: Justice Signs Campus Self-Defense Act into Law

Matthew Schaffer, News Editor • March 8, 2023

Following the signing of Senate Bill 10—or the Campus Self-Defense Act—by Governor Jim Justice on Mar. 1, Marshall and other colleges statewide are...

Visual Arts Center Could Receive New Community Art Supply Room

Emma Johnson, Student Reporter • March 6, 2023

A new community art supply room may be coming to the Visual Arts Center thanks to a recent proposal made by the Student Government Association. “It...

Gilman Scholarship Allows Five Marshall Students to Travel Abroad

Joseph DiCristofaro, Student Reporter • March 6, 2023

The chance to study abroad has become easier for five Marshall University students who were awarded a $5,000 scholarship to put toward internship programs...

Board of Governors Meeting Highlights Marshall’s Improvements

Victoria Ware, Opinions and Culture Editor • March 1, 2023

“The Big Five” initiative—which includes enrollment management, pricing, student experience, digital marketing and a distinct strategy—highlighted...

Countdown to Commencement Event Prepares Seniors for Graduation

Abigail Cutlip, Student Reporter • March 1, 2023

Spring graduates will be able to receive all the supplies that they need for their upcoming commencement ceremony at the annual Countdown to Commencement...

Marshall Hosts ‘Mochas With the Mayor’

Emma Johnson, Student Reporter • February 25, 2023

A successful treasure hunt is how Huntington’s mayor says he sees repeated visits to Marshall’s campus to talk with students. “If I’m digging...

Neurodivergent Movement Comes to Marshall Through Neurodivergency Alliance

Bex Law, Student Reporter • February 25, 2023

In effort to create a more inclusive and informed campus, the neurodivergency alliance is forming with a kickoff event on Feb. 27 for neurodivergent people...

SGA Advocates for Permanent Muslim Prayer Room

Emma Johnson, Student Reporter • February 25, 2023

A permanent Muslim prayer room could be established at Marshall University because of a recent proposal by the Student Government Association. “During...

Medical School Dean Search Begins

Bex Law, Student Reporter • February 23, 2023

The search for new deans of Marshall University continues as a national healthcare executive firm begins to look for the next dean of the Joan C. Edwards...

SGA Proposal Emphasizes College of Science Health

Emma Johnson, Student Reporter • February 23, 2023

A mental health organization could be developed for the College of Science students and faculty through a proposal made in the Student Government Association. “Mental...

Board of Governors’ Meeting Highlights Marshall’s Improvements

Victoria Ware, Opinion and Cultures Editor • February 22, 2023

President Brad D. Smith outlined several areas where Marshall University is progressing and others where there are opportunities for improvement during...

Campus Carry Heads to House Floor Despite Opposition in First Public Hearing

Matthew Schaffer, News Editor • February 22, 2023

Despite a showing of staunch opposition at its first public hearing, Senate Bill 10 (or the Campus Self-Defense Act) is heading to a vote on the floor...