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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

A Marshall University student poses with their "I Voted Today" sticker.

A look at emerging voting trends on college campuses

Kaitlyn Fleming, Opinions & Culture Editor November 5, 2024

Whether voting on Election Day or participating in early voting, college students on Marshall University’s campus said the key to initiating change is casting a ballot; no matter the method. Freshman...

The McBrides with their son, Corbin.

Couples on Campus: The McBrides

Kaitlyn Fleming, Opinions & Culture Editor November 5, 2024

A shared passion for helping students succeed is one of several interests that keeps the spark alive for one couple in Marshall’s Department of Mathematics and Physics and College of Education and Professional...

Student Garden prepares for end of the growing season

Student Garden prepares for end of the growing season

Luke Campbell, Student Reporter November 3, 2024

As the semester winds down, so too does the growing season, which will soon mark the end of market days on campus until next summer, said a Marshall representative. Amy White, the sustainability manager...

Marcie Simms, vice president for Intercultural and Student Affairs at Marshall University

Three Greek Life organizations suspended over hazing allegations

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor October 31, 2024

Fraternities Alpha Sigma Phi and Alpha Tau Omega and sorority Alpha Xi Delta have received suspension orders following an investigation into alleged hazing.  The university announced the suspension...

Aldrich was crowned Miss USA/World in 1961.

Former Miss USA earns spot on Wall of Fame

Baylee Parsons, News Editor October 31, 2024

Some students come to college and learn life has other plans for them, said one inductee of the Greater Huntington Wall of Fame following the induction ceremony Thursday, Oct. 24. “You go to college,...

University President Brad D. Smith poses in front of a pumpkin designed in his likeness.

Kenova Pumpkin House gears up for 46th anniversary

Maggie Gibbs, Staff Reporter October 30, 2024

A local Halloween tradition has a new twist that is calculated to amuse and amaze. The key word is “calculated” because for the first time, the famed Kenova Pumpkin House is teaming up with Marshall...

Jim’s is located on 5th Ave. in Huntington. Vicki Dunn-Marshall, the resturant’s new owner (left) and Sabrina Donahue-Moore, head of marketing (right) pose in their Marshall-adjacent uniforms.

Huntington Hotspots: Jim’s Steak and Spaghetti

Maggie Gibbs, Staff Reporter October 29, 2024

Since 1938, Jim’s Steak and Spaghetti House, a Huntington landmark, has been a community staple. What began as The Kennedy Dairy Store serving 10-cent milkshakes and 15-cent cheeseburgers has evolved...

TEDxMarshallU opens doors for students to share their visions

TEDxMarshallU opens doors for students to share their visions

Kaitlyn Fleming, Opinions & Culture Editor October 22, 2024

The TEDxMarshallU student pitch event serves as a valuable platform for students to showcase their innovative ideas, one faculty advisory for the program said.  “We really want to have ideas from...

Recycling bins can be found in various locations around campus.

Campus reduces carbon dioxide emissions by 300 tons

Luke Campbell, Student Reporter October 22, 2024

Marshall University is the most sustainable campus in West Virginia thanks to its Sustainability Department’s efforts to expand recycling operations and educate students about recycling, said a Marshall...

The concert will take place in the Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center in Huntington.

Marshall Artists Series kicks off with Mountain Stage Concert

Jordan Ooten, Student Reporter October 18, 2024

Live music comes to the Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center for the return of a historic event. The Mountain Stage Concert returns for its 88th season, initiating the Marshall Artists Series. The...

Players celebrate during a previous match at home.

Men’s Soccer knocks off the Knights

Nate Harrah, Student Reporter October 17, 2024

The No. 6 Marshall Men’s Soccer won the battle against the University of Central Florida Knights 2-0, making their season record 8-1-2 and 3-0-1 in conference play. The game took place on Sunday, Oct....

Mayoral candidates (left to right): Democrat Jennifer Wheeler, Independent Jay Michaels and Republican Patrick Farrell

University hosts mayoral and gubernatorial debates

Evan Green, Executive Editor October 16, 2024

Huntington’s three mayoral candidates and two West Virginia gubernatorial candidates laid out their platforms and visions to Marshall students and the Huntington community during a debate at the Brad...

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