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The Parthenon

The epidemic of loneliness: how Reddit became the place to sell digital company

The epidemic of loneliness: how Reddit became the place to sell digital company

Tyler Spence, Opinion Editor March 2, 2021

Despite the economic downturn felt by nearly all aspects of society, there has been one industry that has seen tremendous growth — online sexual content. Not just traditional pornography, but...

Joelle Williams during a diving competition. | Photo Courtesy of MU Athletics

Marshall Diver Receives Diversity in Aquatics Award

Xena Bunton, Reporter March 2, 2021

After years of competitive diving at a high school and college level, Joelle Williams, a sophomore diver at Marshall University, is awarded the Diversity in Aquatics Ken Roland Aquatic Professional...

 

A four-time graduate of Marshall University, Glen Midkiff knew early on that higher education was the career he wanted to pursue.

Marshall Alumni: Where are we now? Glen Midkiff

Brittany Hively, Executive Editor February 26, 2021

A four-time graduate of Marshall University, Glen Midkiff knew early on that higher education was the career he wanted to pursue.       “Ever since I was an RA [resident assistant] at Marshall,...

A tree covered in ice on Marshall University's campus

Students prepare for classes to resume

Isabella Robinson, News Editor February 23, 2021

Marshall students are preparing to brave the winter weather as classes resume following a week of cancellations and delays due to weather conditions and power outages.   “Out of all the time I...

Theatre department transitions to virtual learning

Theatre department transitions to virtual learning

Miranda Valles, reporter February 23, 2021

With the decision to remain for the most part, virtual in regards to activities and classes, Marshall’s theatre students are left to adapt their art to unconventional means.   Unlike other departments,...

Woodson Lyceum hosts panel on minority health

Woodson Lyceum hosts panel on minority health

Madison Perdue, Reporter February 16, 2021

As the pandemic continues and the promise of immunization climbs, many African Americans across the country question the new vaccine’s reliability and the fervent encouragement for the public to take...

Introducing Herd Reads

Introducing Herd Reads

Brittany Hively, Executive Editor February 16, 2021

A common misconception with the younger generations is one does not read for pleasure.  The American Academy of Arts and Science’s latest data does show that reading for pleasure has decreased across...

The Health Plan of West Virginia Inc. donates $25,000 to Project Hope of Huntington

The Health Plan of West Virginia Inc. donates $25,000 to Project Hope of Huntington

WV Press Association February 16, 2021

Release from The Health Plan of West Virginia: WHEELING, W.Va. —  During this COVID-19 pandemic, there has unfortunately been an increase in substance abuse throughout our region and across the country....

Vehicles and scenery around Marshall University's campus were covered in ice from the storms that came through Monday night.

Ice storm disrupts remote learning

Tyler Spence, Opinion Editor February 16, 2021

In the past weeks, the greater Huntington area has seen a considerably large ice storm that - according to Appalachian Power as of 2 p.m. on Tuesday - has left 33,398 customers without power in Cabell...

Preparations for men’s mental health week

Preparations for men’s mental health week

Madison Perdue, Reporter February 16, 2021

While more attention has been brought to students’ mental and emotional health in recent years, there has been some disparity between men and women seeking support. This is largely due to the stigmatization...

Survey examines mental health and diversity

Survey examines mental health and diversity

Madison Perdue, Reporter February 16, 2021

As the pandemic continues to impact the lives of students, specialists at the Marshall University Counseling Center are asking students to help them improve mental health service accessibility and diversity...

The future, according to MU President Gilbert

The future, according to MU President Gilbert

Tyler Spence, Opinion Editor February 9, 2021

When Marshall University announced Dr. Gilbert as its 37th president, the native Mississippian had big plans to make Marshall renowned nationally. In a time when many students are unsure of what...

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