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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

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Alyssa Hager can connect those struggling with hazing related incidents with proper support. (Courtesy of Alyssa Hager)

Hazing claims inspiration for prevention movement

Holly Belmont, Staff Reporter October 3, 2025

Hazing Prevention Week events scatter across the country as universities try to put an end to dangerous hazing practices, and Marshall University is one of them.  Hazing Field Day, hosted by Campus...

Heritage Farm's mascot Wilder often welcomes visitors as they venture to the farm. (Courtesy of Heritage Farm)

Apple butter, pumpkins serve up fall fun

Abby Ayes, Student Reporter October 2, 2025

As the seasons change and cooler weather settles in, many people look forward to the crisp breeze and colorful scenery of autumn. For Heritage Farm, the arrival of fall signals the perfect time to bring...

Students should contact Kathryn Smith for inquiries about excused absences. (Courtesy of Marshall University)

Excused absence policy evolves with online learning

Phoenix Bishop, Photographer October 2, 2025

The aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent technological developments are among the reasons the university has chosen to revise its six-year-old excused absence policy.  “We hadn’t revisited...

The new historical marker is located on Buffington Street near the Guyandotte boat ramp.

Appalachian Freedom Heritage Tour: New plaque honors the story of an enslaved man

Davina Snyder, Staff Reporter October 1, 2025

In remembrance of a man’s courage to liberate himself and gain freedom, a plaque marker was placed on Buffington Street in Guyandotte, West Virginia.  The dedication ceremony, held by the Appalachian...

Jana Tigchelaar is an associate professor of English and the English department chair at Marshall University. (Courtesy of Jana Tigchelaar)

Guest Column by Jana Tigchelaar

October 1, 2025

I write as a concerned Marshall faculty member to address recent statements about academic freedom that fundamentally mischaracterize both its history and purpose. While I recognize the sensitive nature...

The last time these teams faced was the 2024 SBC football championships where Marshall won 31-3 (Courtesy of HerdZone)

Football fumbles double-overtime loss to Louisiana

Ethan Peltier, Staff Reporter September 30, 2025

Marshall dropped its Sun Belt Conference opener Saturday, Sept. 27, in a 54-51 double-overtime loss to Louisiana at Cajun Field. The Ragin’ Cajuns were led by backup quarterback Lunch Winfield, who sparked...

Volleyball looks to break their losing streak this weekend against the Georgia Southern Eagles (Courtesy of HerdZone).

Volleyball drops opening Sun Belt weekend to Coastal Carolina

Ella Hatfield, Student Reporter September 30, 2025

Stumbling in the opening weekend of Sun Belt Conference play, Marshall Volleyball dropped back-to-back matches to Coastal Carolina at the Cam Henderson Center. The Herd (8-7, 0-2 SBC) fell in straight...

Tri-State vendors set up tents Sept. 27 for the 42nd annual West Virginia Chili Fest, featuring food, drinks, activities and live music.

Chili for charity: West Virginia’s annual Chili Fest raises almost $100,000

Davina Snyder, Staff Reporter September 29, 2025

Various vendors from across the Tri-State area set up cooking tents the morning of Saturday, Sept. 27, kicking off a full day of food, drinks, activities and live music for the 42nd annual West Virginia...

While some university payments have transitioned to online services, students can conduct most of their financial business in Old Main.

Beyond tuition: Where do student fees go?

Holly Belmont, Staff Reporter September 29, 2025

Pay, pay and pay. It’s what college students might feel like they’re always doing, and for some, the reality is they are. Higher education is expensive, and on top of the baseline pay, student...

Marshall marked its 4th year in the ‘Save a Life’ movement with Naloxone training and free doses on campus. (Courtesy of Collegiate Recovery–Marshall University)

Narcan saves lives: Marshall participates in nationwide Save a Life Day

Abby Ayes, Student Reporter September 28, 2025

Throughout the course of the past decade, West Virginia has been featured in various headlines and documentaries investigating the increased number of opioid deaths and overdoses seen across the state....

Ashton Pack

Free speech for thee, but not for me

Ashton Pack, News Editor September 28, 2025

There have been a lot of things said about Charlie Kirk in the aftermath of his assassination in Utah on Sept. 10. There is no doubt he was a controversial figure. Between saying gun deaths are a worthy...

Jack Cook Field has been home to the Herd since its competition in 2024.

New venue for WV high school baseball state championship

Nate Harrah, Sports Editor September 27, 2025

The WV High School Baseball State Championships to be hosted at Jack Cook Field, the home of Marshall Baseball. The 2024 stadium will host over 32 teams from the four WV high school divisions.  The...

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