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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Marshall's 2018 softball team poses for a photo with three-time National Pro Fastpitch Most Valuable Player Kelly Kretschman at the Herd's annual Diamond Club banquet.

Softball legend inspires Herd before season

Luke Creasy, Reporter February 5, 2018

Marshall University softball celebrated its 25th year as a program at its 7th Annual Diamond Club Banquet Friday, while also introducing new players and staff. Those in attendance were introduced to...

Controversial senatorial candidate Don Blankenship, laying out his agenda.

Blankenship lays out agenda in Huntington Town Hall

Ginny Blake, Reporter February 2, 2018

The controversial candidate for U.S. Senate and former CEO of Massey Energy Company Don Blankenship hosted a campaign town hall at Big Sandy Superstore Arena yesterday evening. After twenty-nine men...

Protesters in the crowd during Blankenship's town hall meeting.

Protesters and supporters gather at Blankenship Huntington rally

Hanna Pennington, Reporter February 1, 2018

Republican senatorial candidate Don Blankenship’s third town hall meeting Thursday evening in Huntington drew in supporters and protestors alike. Blankenship previously served one-year in prison for...

Elicia D’Orazio fields a line drive at second base in a regular season home game. D’Orazio plays all over the infield, primarily at second base.

D’Orazio conquers pressure, readies for senior season with Herd softball

Courtney Andrews, Reporter February 1, 2018

Every college athlete has certain amount of pressure put on them. Whether it’s how they perform in their sport or in the classroom, the pressure is felt almost every day. But, there’s an added pressure...

Protesters gather outside The Greenbrier during Trump-attended GOP retreat, February 1, 2018.

Protesters from around the country march on the Greenbrier

Tom Jenkins, Executive Editor February 1, 2018

Protesters took to the streets of White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia yesterday to march on the Greenbrier Resort, where GOP congressional members and President Donald Trump met to discuss the coming...

Marshall prepares for cold conditions

Marshall prepares for cold conditions

Kyra Biscarner, Reporter January 29, 2018

As weather gets colder, Marshall University’s administration prepares for the inevitable problems the cold will bring. According to President Jerry Gilbert, the university has a committee that makes...

Marshall University showcases women-centric art

Michaela Crittenden, Reporter January 25, 2018

Women from the Marshall University community showcased their women-centric art Thursday in the “Nevertheless, She Persisted” exhibition at Drinko Library. “This was a collaboration with all the...

Marshall receives Purple Heart accreditation

Marshall receives Purple Heart accreditation

Briana Murphy, Reporter January 25, 2018

Outside of Gullickson Hall Thursday morning, Marshall University was designated by the Military of the Purple Heart Order as a Purple Heart University. Marshall University is the first university in the...

Morgan Karnell, president of Planned Parenthood Generation Action provides attendees with information about Planned Parenthood Generation Action.

Marshall welcomes first Planned Parenthood awareness group

Kyra Biscarner, Reporter January 22, 2018

Planned Parenthood Generation Action is cementing its spot on Marshall’s campus. The group officially launched Monday, providing students information about what the group plans to do. Morgan Karnell,...

Team photo of the Poison Apples Roller Derby of Huntington. The Poison Apples use the sport as a way to let off steam by using their aggression toward something positive.

Poison Apples Roller Derby invites new members

Hanna Pennington, Reporter January 22, 2018

The Poison Apples Roller Derby of Huntington is looking for new members to join its fast and furious team of skaters. The team meets twice a week for practice and also travels for bouts, or games, several...

Brendan Fenn, owner of Grindstone Coffeology, offered a 25 percent discount to all federal employees who’s pay was affected by the government shutdown on Monday.

Grindstone Coffeeology offered discount to federal employees

Michaela Crittenden, Reporter January 22, 2018

Grindstone Coffeeology, a coffee truck located primarily in Huntington, offered a 25 percent discount to all federal employees who’s pay was affected by the government shutdown. Brendan Fenn, owner,...

Junior forward Ajdin Penava fights for a turnover on defense. Penava continues to lead the nation in blocks.

Burks, defense clinch overtime win for Marshall Men’s Basketball

Courtney Andrews, Reporter January 21, 2018

Marshall men’s basketball (14-6, 5-2 CUSA) won Saturday night over UAB (13-7, 4-3 CUSA) in overtime in front of a packed Cam Henderson Center by a score of 86-78. With the victory, Marshall knocked...

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