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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

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Potential Accidents Spark Fear After Campus Carry Law Passes

Chance Gunther and Sean Kelly April 2, 2023

Accidents are the biggest concern surrounding students carrying handguns on campus because most  students don’t have the proper training to handle firearms safely, a former Marine and current history...

Neveah Harmon (left) and Walker Tatum (right)

Tatum-Harmon Win SGA Election

Emma Johnson, Student Reporter March 31, 2023

After running unopposed, current Student Body Vice President Walker Tatum will  represent Marshall as the newest Student Body President, and Nevaeh Harmon will take his place as Student Body Vice President.  “I’m...

Two cosplayers at HerdCon

HerdCon Event Brings Campus Together

Sarah Davis, Staff Reporter March 31, 2023

The presence of pop culture flooded Marshall’s campus on Saturday, March 25, with the annual HerdCon convention. HerdCon, an event that launched in 2019, provides the community with opportunities and...

The Fourth Circuit US Court of Appeals in session at the Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center in November 2022

U.S. Court of Appeals Holds Session at Marshall

Matthew Schaffer, News Editor March 28, 2023

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit held a special session at Marshall on Wednesday, March 22, to hear oral arguments in front of an auditorium full of students and community members. The...

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 preparing for what campus safety will look like after...

TEDx's speakers gathered on stage.

TEDxMarshallU Looks at Identity From Various Angles

Rafael Alfonso, Content Editor March 1, 2023

"I was a small sprinkle of pepper in a big bowl of salt," said Marshall alumnus RaShad Sanders at the fifth annual TEDxMarshallU event on Feb. 25. Sanders and seven other speakers delivered TED-style talks...

Athletic Director Christian Spears speaks on the state of Marshall's athletic 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 President Brad D. Smith’s report to the Board...

Dr. Sonali Chakravarti will present the next Amicus Curiae lecture.

Next Amicus Curiae to Explore Juries

Sarah Davis, Staff Reporter March 1, 2023

The American judiciary should be of concern to all, a law professor explained regarding Marshall University’s upcoming Amicus Curiae lecture. “The jury system – and whether it is fair and reaches...

Marshall Hosts 'Mochas With the Mayor'

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 a hole in the backyard, and I find gold, I’m going...

Amelya Bostic (left) as Shelby and Eliza Aulick (right) as Annelle

‘Steel Magnolias’ Dazzles With Authenticity (Shortened Review)

Rafael Alfonso, Content Editor February 22, 2023

“I know these women.” As I sat there in the Francis Booth Experimental Theatre and as I left it, those four words kept repeating in my head.   “I know these women.”  I know each of...

Campus Carry Bill Passes the House of Delegates

Matthew Schaffer, News Editor February 22, 2023

Senate Bill 10, or the Campus Self-Defense Act, passed the state House of Delegates on Tuesday despite protests, attempted amendments and opposition from colleges, students and citizens with the Republican...

CAM Dean Candidates Visit Marshall

Sarah Davis and Bex Law February 22, 2023

A variety of plans for the College of Arts and Media were presented by the three finalists for the college’s deanship last week, but all three emphasized students in their presentations. The finalists...

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