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University president Brad D. Smith hosts his first press conference, highlighting his first 100 days in office.

President Smith Holds First Press Conference

Tyler Spence, Executive Editor June 20, 2022

University president Brad D. Smith held his first press conference on Monday, recapping his first 100 days in office and his extensive listening tour. Smith...

Herd Football Key Matchup Breakdown

Herd Football Key Matchup Breakdown

Tyler Kennett, Sports Editor June 14, 2022

Appalachian State Appalachian State is likely the Herd’s most anticipated opponent in all of the Sun Belt. For the past two years, Marshall has competed...

Blocks from the National AIDS Memorial Quilt are on display at the Carroll Gallery

Marshall University to Display Panels from National AIDS Memorial Quilt

June 14, 2022

10 Blocks from the national AIDS Memorial Quilt are set to be displayed at Marshall’s Carroll Gallery from Jun. 10 through Jul. 30. The quilt was designed...

In this Tuesday June 23, 2015 photo, Jim's Drive-In waitress Aly King delivers an order to a waiting customer at the iconic restaurant in Lewisburg, W.Va. A program offering $20,000 in cash and incentives for remote workers to move to West Virginia as part of a population push has chosen 33 people for its second class of newcomers to live in the Greenbrier Valley, which includes Lewisburg.

West Virginia Cash-for-Worker Program Welcomes New Residents

John Raby, Associated Press June 14, 2022

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — A program offering $20,000 in cash and incentives for remote workers to move to West Virginia as part of a population push has...

Incoming students meet in the Joan C. Edwards playhouse for new student orientation last week.

New Student Orientations Begin

Isabella Robinson, Lead Reporter June 14, 2022

This summer, Marshall will host incoming students to days of orientation to ease their transition to college life before the start of the fall semester. Sabrina...

Standout Herd Football Player Profiles

Standout Herd Football Player Profiles

Tyler Kennett, Sports Editor June 2, 2022

Rasheen Ali - Cleveland, Ohio, 6-0 201lbs, Redshirt Sophomore Running Back Rasheen Ali blossomed as one of the best running backs in the entire country...

Herd Holi Celebrated on Campus

Herd Holi Celebrated on Campus

Grace Hewitt, Reporter April 26, 2022

On Wednesday, Marshall University staff and students celebrated Holi, a traditional Hindu celebration of spring, color, and triumph over evil, on the East...

Isabella Griffiths thanked family, friends and supporters after being inaugurated as Student Government Association President.

Griffiths and Tatum Inaugurated SGA President and Vice President

Tyler Spence, Executive Editor April 22, 2022

This afternoon, Isabella Griffiths and Walker Tatum were inaugurated as Student Government Association President and Vice President, succeeding Alyssa...

“What Were You Wearing?” Exhibit Challenges Rape Culture

Taylor Isaac, Reporter April 19, 2022

Trigger Warning: This article mentions instances of sexual assault.  A Barbie nightgown, a baseball cap, a Bible camp shirt, and athletic shorts. These...

Interview With “American Song Contest” Contestant Alexis Cunningham

Interview With “American Song Contest” Contestant Alexis Cunningham

Victoria Ware, Reporter April 19, 2022

Although her run on the “American Song Contest” has ended, Alexis Cunningham, West Virginia native and former Marshall University student, feels proud...

President Smith, Others, Given Notable Alumni Award

President Smith, Others, Given Notable Alumni Award

Trevor Smith, Reporter April 12, 2022

Marshall President Brad Smith and his wife Alys were awarded the Distinguished Alumnus and the Distinguished Service to Marshall Awards Saturday...

The Sun Belt Announces Plan for Soccer

The Sun Belt Announces Plan for Soccer

Justin Zimmer, Reporter April 12, 2022

The Sun Belt Conference announced Wednesday that it plans to bring back men’s soccer for the 2022 season.   The nine-member league in the Sun Belt...

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