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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

The image depicts the new cyber security building, which is set to open in 2026.

Cyber Security Institute to Advance University

Baylee Parsons, News Editor June 6, 2024

Starting in 2026, Marshall students will have access to a state-of-the-art building that is the only of its kind in the country.  “We’re going to bring everything cyber together in one physical...

This year's Community Cares Week was the third of its tradition on Marshall's campus.

Community Cares Reaches Campus and Beyond

Baylee Parsons, News Editor June 6, 2024

The influx of volunteers who show out for Marshall’s Community Cares Week is caused by a general devotion to the university, said the senior vice president for operations following this year’s event.  “I...

Eng will start the position in July.

Ben Eng Chosen as Interim Dean for School of Business

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor June 6, 2024

A former business professor will level up to an administrative role in July, according to an announcement made by Provost Avi Mukherjee. Ben Eng, associate professor of marketing and entrepreneurship,...

Marshall's logo stands just outside the oldest building on campus, Old Main, which students can encounter during their campus tours at orientation.

Marshall Prepares for New Student Orientation

Evan Green, Executive Editor June 6, 2024

As new students prepare to join the Herd this fall, Marshall’s orientation leaders are preparing for their arrival at this summer’s orientation sessions. The orientations occur throughout June and...

Chris Gardner gave the keynote at the Spring 2024 Commencement.

Class of 2024 Graduates With ‘Permission to Dream’

Anna Holstein, Staff Reporter April 29, 2024

Marshall’s newest graduates should have ambition as they begin their futures, said the keynote speaker of the university’s 2024 Spring Commencement on Saturday, April 27. “What could be needs...

Walk For Hope Flyer

Courtesy of Phi Alpha

Walk for Hope to Shine Light on Suicide Prevention

Baylee Parsons, Copy Editor April 19, 2024

The annual Suicide Prevention Walk serves as a reminder that community members are not alone in their most stressful times, said the president of Phi Alpha Honor Society: Sigma MU, Marshall’s social...

Bowls like these will be available for purchase on Friday, April 19.

21st Annual Empty Bowls to Feed Community

Baylee Parsons, Copy Editor April 17, 2024

The annual Empty Bowls fundraiser allows students to see the impact of their art, said Marshall’s ceramics area coordinator. “I really hope that the students can understand how art can make a difference...

A trolley used during the 2020 tours

Black History Trolley Tours in Huntington

Matthew Schaffer, Managing Editor April 17, 2024

Community members will have the opportunity to explore Huntington’s rich history and the people who built it on Friday, April 19, as the Black Huntington History Trolley Tours depart from campus. The...

Parthenon Farewell

Parthenon Farewell

Victoria Ware, Opinions & Culture Editor April 17, 2024

When I started writing for The Parthenon, it was as if everything finally made sense. Up until that point, I had spent my life frantically changing my mind as to who I wanted to be and what I wanted to...

Ashley Bohm, Livi Shonkwiler and Jaylin Harris at last year's breakfast.

Alpha Xi Delta’s Berry Delicious Tradition

Kaitlyn Fleming, Student Reporter April 17, 2024

Alpha Xi Delta plans to host their 71st annual Strawberry Breakfast from 7-11 a.m. on Thursday, April 18, at the Alpha Xi Delta house.  The Strawberry Breakfast is a historic tradition and the biggest...

Marshall First Lady Alys Smith introduced six female journalists for her fourth namesake symposium.

Alys Smith Symposium Features Female Journalists

Baylee Parsons, Copy Editor April 11, 2024

Women in journalism face a unique struggle when trying to balance work and life, the keynote speaker said at the fourth Alys Smith Symposium on Women Professionals on Wednesday, April 10. “One really...

The Huntington City Council building

City Council Hears Potential PODA Changes

Reagan Clagg, Student Reporter April 10, 2024

Huntington City Council heard the first reading of an ordinance on April 8 that would expand the days and times when Huntington’s Private Outdoor Designated Areas ordinance is in effect. Holly Smith-Mount,...

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