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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Nationally recognized author with Marshall connections dies

Nationally recognized author with Marshall connections dies

Sarah Ingram, Copy Editor September 10, 2019

Jean Edward Smith, an established author commended for his biographies of national figures, historical works and attention to detail, who also released his 15th nonfiction book, “The Liberation of Paris,”...

During Dress for Success River Cities’ third annual Sips, Suds and Stilettos fundraising event Sept. 7, men participate in events such as the Stiletto Stroll to raise money and awareness.

Roughly $8,000 raised during third annual Sips, Suds and Stilettos fundraising event

Brittany Hively, Reporter September 8, 2019

Men had on their best high heels Saturday night to raise money and awareness for Dress for Success River Cities’ third annual Sips, Suds and Stilettos fundraising event.  According to their website,...

Local community members dance as part of celebrations Friday at Recovery Point’s eighth annual Rally for Recovery in Huntington.

Hundreds celebrate local recovery community during eighth annual Rally for Recovery

Douglas Harding, News Editor September 7, 2019

Close to 1,000 community members celebrated and shared successful addiction recovery stories Friday at Recovery Point’s eighth annual Rally for Recovery in Huntington. “I’m a recovering addict....

The proceeds from Veterans of Foreign Wars' monthly Saturday breakfast buffet go to supporting local veteran programs in the Huntington area.

Veterans of Foreign Wars organization supports veterans, families through efforts

Blake Newhouse, Reporter September 7, 2019

Members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars attempt to help those who have sacrificed their lives for their country with their monthly Saturday breakfast buffet, with all the proceeds going to support local...

Men's soccer faces Butler Friday night.

Herd men’s soccer beats undefeated Butler

Brigham Warf, Reporter September 7, 2019

The Thundering Herd men’s soccer team won its home opener 2-1 over the undefeated Butler Bulldogs at Hoops Family Field Friday night in Huntington, W.Va. “I knew it was going to be a good test for...

Wendell Dobbs, professor of flute and flute theory, and Johan Botes, professor of piano and collaborative piano, perform during the “About Bizet” recital Sept. 4.

Marshall professors perform music of French composers, others during recital

Summer Jewell, Reporter September 5, 2019

The Jomie Jazz Forum was filled with music and guests as two Marshall University staff members performed on Wednesday, Sept. 4.  Wendell Dobbs, professor of flute and flute theory at Marshall, played...

Candidate for House District 16 Dakota Nelson addresses crowd Monday in Huntington.

Locals explore growing populist movement at campaign kick-off event

Douglas Harding, News Editor September 3, 2019

Community leaders, activists and progressive political officials and candidates from across the state shared stories and sentiments with Huntington residents Monday evening at 1010 Coffee Shop on 10th...

Marshall University’s INTO program has seen a decline of about 50 students since fall 2018.

International students struggle to acquire visas

Phuong Anh Do, Reporter September 3, 2019

Language barriers, culture shock, homesickness and financial issues are some of the difficulties that international students have to face when they study abroad, but there is another issue that international...

Marshall vs VMI football game - August 31st.

Athlete of the week: Jaquan Yulee

Staff Writer, The Parthenon September 3, 2019

ABOUT JAQUAN YULEE Position: Linebacker                 Class: Redshirt Junior Height/Weight: 6’1/242 lbs.    Hometown: Chesapeake, VA. VMI GAME STATISTICS 20 plays, 2 T’s...

Keith Morehouse broadcasts a game for WSAZ.

Marshall football, sports reporter to be inducted into Journalism Hall of Fame

Sydney Shelton, Sports Editor September 3, 2019

Keith Morehouse, a Marshall University alumnus with lifelong ties to the school and community, is being inducted into the W. Page Pitt School of Journalism and Mass Communications’ Hall of Fame.  “Marshall...

Parthe-Pet: Beckett

Parthe-Pet: Beckett

September 3, 2019

Beckett is a year-ish old mutt from the shelter. He was recently adopted by his owner, Hanna, after spending nearly his entire life in a cage. He loves chewing on anything fuzzy, tormenting the neighborhood...

GALLERY: Herd Rally 2019

GALLERY: Herd Rally 2019

Hanna Pennington, Executive Editor August 29, 2019

The 2019 Herd Rally in Pullman Square drew in hundreds of Marshall fans, local vendors and University organizations.

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