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Marshall University sophomore Elicia D’Orazio tags a player out during a game last season at Dot Hicks Field.

Marshall softball goes winless in Bama Bash tournament

March 1, 2016

The Marshall University softball team lost all five of its games over the weekend in the Bama Bash tournament in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. The University of Alabama hosted the tournament, and the University...

Faculty and staff make their way down the buffet during the Diversity Breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Monday in the Don Morris Room of the Memorial Student Center.

A feast of friendship

Rebecca Turnbull, Reporter March 1, 2016

A Marshall University dean reminded students, faculty and staff Monday at the 16th annual Diversity Breakfast to cherish differences between each other in order to cultivate new perspectives. Don Van...

Nigel Wallace wearing one of the designs from his clothing line Divine Purpose.

Wallace aims to change perspectives with Divine Purpose

Nancy Peyton, Reporter March 1, 2016

Nigel Wallace, Logan county native and reigning Mr. Marshall, is now prepared to take the fashion world by storm. Wallace said he wanted the name of his line to reflect an individual’s mission in...

Marshall University senior Leah Scott goes for a shot Saturday against Middle Tennessee State University.

Marshall’s late push falls short, drops Senior Day game to Middle Tennessee

Jacob Griffith, Reporter, Assistant Sports Editor March 1, 2016

In its final home game of the season, the Marshall University women’s basketball team dropped its Senior Day game Saturday against Middle Tennessee State University, 79-73. Before the game, seniors...

Runners from Lexington Catholic and Seton High Schools compete Saturday at the Chris Cline Indoor Athletics Facility.

High school athletes compete in MU Open Indoor Meet

Sage Shavers, Reporter March 1, 2016

High School track and field athletes from across the country competed in Marshall University’s High School Open Indoor Meet Saturday at the Jeff Small Track in the Chris Cline Indoor Athletics Facility....

"Timbuktu" goes to the big screen for it's second screening for the Spring International Film Festival at the Keith Albee, Feb. 29, 2016

International Film Festival continues through Thursday at Keith Albee

Clara Maynard, Reporter March 1, 2016

Festival-goers can enjoy films from Israel to Mauritania during the International Film Festival, which will continue through Thursday at the Keith Albee Performing Arts Center. Director of Marketing...

Kylie Robbins performs her bit, "Ab-Salute Twirling" as the first act at Thunder on the Stage, Feb. 29, 2016.

Marshall talent takes stage by storm

Baily Turner, Reporter March 1, 2016

Marshall University’s Housing and Residence Life staff hosted its third annual talent competition Monday. Thunder on the Stage showcased a variety of musicians and performers. For the second year...

Lady Gaga, center, performs "Til It Happens To You" that is nominated for best original song from "The Hunting Ground" on stage with survivors of abuse at the Oscars on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.

The Oscars become a platform to promote change

Editorial March 1, 2016

The Academy Awards are a time for all the movie buffs to get together to argue and critique the decisions made for best in film choices. It’s not often a platform as big as the Oscars becomes a stage...

Jackie, portrayed by Story Moosa, argues with Sterling (right), played by Ethan Lyvers, and Dennis (left), played by Remy Sylvain, during the dress rehearsal for Mauritius on February 15, 2016.

“Mauritius” runs for second weekend

Lukas Hagley, Reporter February 26, 2016

Following a successful opening weekend, Theresa Rebeck’s “Mauritius” is continuing its run through Saturday, Feb. 27. at Marshall University’s Francis Booth Experimental Theatre. Starring Story...

Marshall University students take turns standing outside the Memorial Student Center and sport red “Xs” on their hands in an effort to bring awareness to slavery and human trafficking on Thursday. The representatives spent a total of 27 hours to represent the 27 million currently enslaved.

End it Day takes a stand on human trafficking

Nancy Peyton, Reporter February 26, 2016

Various religious clubs on Marshall University’s campus got involved in the End it Movement Thursday morning. Students will stand in shifts on the Student Center Plaza for 27 hours straight, beginning...

The Marshall softball team celebrates a home run during the 2015 fall ball season.

Herd softball faces tough tests in Bama bash

Christian Hisman, Reporter February 26, 2016

The Marshall University softball team heads to Tuscaloosa, Alabama Friday for the Bama Bash tournament, which will span the entire weekend. The University of Alabama, the University of Arizona and the...

A die made by a student participating in the Lent Die Game at the Catholic Newman Center.

Catholic students take a chance on lent decision making

Nancy Peyton, Reporter February 25, 2016

Students at the Catholic Newman Center on Marshall University’s campus like to keep things interesting during the Lenten season. The Chaplain Father Dean Borgmeyer encourages students to participate...

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