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Marshall public health student Fortune Ezemobi interacts with Nils Haynes of the West Virginia Bureau for Public Health during the inaugural Minority Health Fair at the Memorial Student Center Oct. 17.

Inaugural Minority Health Fair builds bridges between communities, services

Douglas Harding, News Editor October 19, 2019

In West Virginia, minority communities are disproportionately impacted by various health-related issues such as stigmas surrounding diseases and treatment and a lack of education regarding prevention and...

During the United Way Workplace Campaign kick-off celebration, attendees mingled and speakers gave an overview of what United Way is doing in the community Oct. 17.

United Way Workplace Campaign kicks off with celebration including Marshall, Huntington community members

Brittany Hively, Reporter October 18, 2019

A full day of work did not stop Marshall faculty and staff from attending the United Way Workplace Campaign kick-off celebration Thursday evening.  “Marshall’s always been a great partner with...

Students make letter boards with the help of Campus Activities Board members during an event in CAB's DIY series Oct. 16.

Students create letter boards, de-stress at DIY series event

Julianna Everly, Reporter October 18, 2019

Marshall students had the opportunity to forget the stress of school and midterms while creating letter boards in a group setting at a DIY event Wednesday in the Don Morris Room of the Memorial Student...

Sarah Covington, history professor at the graduate center at City University of New York and Queens, addresses a crowd of students and faculty members on Tuesday afternoon, about the importance of using folklore in historical study.

New York history professor discusses folklore’s place in historical study

Blake Newhouse, Reporter October 16, 2019

Those looking to understand the past better would benefit from learning about the use of folklore throughout human history, said a history professor Tuesday afternoon on Marshall University’s campus. “To...

Huntington-bred band Ona is now playing shows in cities throughout the U.S. promoting their second album “Full Moon, Heavy Light.”

Local band promotes new album throughout cities in the U.S.

Meg Keller, Social Media Manager October 15, 2019

CHICAGO, IL — Tunes from the Huntington-bred band, Ona, filled the air at Chicago’s Sleeping Village venue Saturday, Oct. 12.  Ona’s alternative/indie rock sound has spread from small clubs like...

Marshall football player Isaiah Green is all smiles with teammate Brenden Knox in the game against Old Dominion.

Herd football seeks a second conference win against FAU

Brigham Warf, Reporter October 15, 2019

After securing its first conference win of the season (3-3, 1-1 Conference-USA), Marshall will look to keep the momentum rolling against Florida Atlantic University (4-2, 2-0 C-USA) with another short...

Carlos Diaz- Salcedo passes the ball to teammate Illal Osmanu; goalkeeper Paulo Pita is in the background.

Herd men’s soccer breaks Top 25 rankings, first time since 2001

Taylor Huddleston, Assistant Sports Editor October 15, 2019

It has been 18 years since the Marshall University men’s soccer team has been nationally ranked in the NCAA and United Soccer Coaches Poll. The poll, released Tuesday afternoon, placed the Herd at No....

Marshall ends losing skid with win over ODU

Marshall ends losing skid with win over ODU

Brigham Warf, Reporter October 12, 2019

Marshall University football snapped a two-game losing skid by rushing its way to a 31-17 victory over Old Dominion, improving to 3-3 (1-1 Conference-USA). “I am proud of our players for the way they...

Community members Julie Crum and Jim Cremeans participate in the You are Loved 5k Oct. 12.

You are Loved 5k raises awareness and funds for local suicide hotline

Brittany Hively, Reporter October 12, 2019

Rain and cold temperatures did not stop locals from gathering at Barboursville Park early Saturday morning to race for suicide and mental health awareness. Oasis Behavioral Health Services organized...

Marshall students learn a  healthy recipe and cooking tips and tricks during a trip to Huntington’s Kitchen for a Shop Green… Eat Clean event Oct. 9.

Students learn skills, receive tips during first Shop Green… Eat Clean event of the year

Brittany Hively, Reporter October 12, 2019

Practicing a new recipe and receiving tips on shopping green and eating clean on a budget, Marshall students had the opportunity to hone their adulting skills Wednesday evening with the Shop Green......

Members of the Marshall community decorate pumpkins during a pumpkin decorating event Oct. 8.

Marshall students share traditions, experiences during pumpkin decorating event

Phuong Anh Do, Reporter October 10, 2019

Decorating pumpkins when Halloween is fast approaching is not a new experience, but for some students, this October will be their first time to join activities like pumpkin decorating and celebrate spooky...

Honor Flight Huntington provides healing to combat veterans

Honor Flight Huntington provides healing to combat veterans

Blake Newhouse, Reporter October 8, 2019

The Honor Flight Huntington gives the opportunity for veterans to experience healing in the nation’s capital, a Vietnam veteran aboard the flight said on Saturday in Washington, D.C.  “It has been...

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