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The Parthenon

West Virginia Supreme Court Justice Evan H. Jenkins, Justice Margaret L. Workman, Chief Justice Elizabeth D. Walker, Justice Tim Armstead and Justice John A. Hutchinson pledge allegiance to the U.S. flag while meeting at the Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center to hear cases in front of a group of students and community members Sept. 11, 2019.

West Virginia Supreme Court justices hear three cases in front of students, community members at Marshall University

Blake Newhouse, Reporter September 13, 2019

West Virginia’s Supreme Court came to Marshall University’s campus to hold public oral arguments Wednesday morning to give the public an inside look into how the court operates. “This is critically...

Public officials and community members gather at the Christ Temple Church to discuss possible solutions for the problems facing Cabell County.

Public officials, community members discuss possible solutions to aid in fighting addiction epidemic during town hall meeting

Blake Newhouse, Reporter September 11, 2019

“Since I took over as U.S. attorney, the life of sentence has doubled, and I make no apologies for that,” Michael Stuart, U.S. attorney for the southern district of West Virginia, said to start the...

In past DIY events, students have created countless works of arts and crafts, including the painting of Old Main pictured above.

Campus Activities Board preparing for semester’s DIY series events

Julianna Everly, Reporter September 10, 2019

As the semester sets in, some students are seeking relief from their heavy course loads and late-night study hours, and some are finding that relief by getting crafty during some of the university’s...

Members of Japan Club pose for photo during  Welcome Picnic, Sunday at Ritter Park.

Japan Club kicks off semester with Welcome Picnic

Phuong Anh Do, Reporter September 10, 2019

Marshall University’s Japan Club is a group for anyone interested in “the land of the rising sun” and offers students from different backgrounds opportunities to meet and learn from each other’s ...

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...

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