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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Calandrelli meets with local child, Marjorie Damron.

West Virginia astronaut inspires future stars at Huntington Children’s Museum

Wade Sullivan, Photo & Graphics Editor November 2, 2024

Emily Calandrelli, the  first West Virginian scheduled to go to outer space in 2026, signed copies of her books at the Huntington Children’s Museum on Thursday, Oct. 24. “Seeing all of these little...

Honors College Dean Brian Hoey

Honors College aims to simplify application

Nolan Duncan, Staff Reporter November 2, 2024

The new Top Scholars program will make the scholarship application process simpler for incoming Honors students, said the dean of the Honors College. Dean Brian Hoey said the new Top Scholars program...

Jackson coaches during a previous season.

Men’s Basketball batters the Bears

Greg Jones, Student Reporter November 1, 2024

Marshall Men’s Basketball was victorious this weekend in a home opener as they dominated Pikeville 90-73. Marshall welcomed the community in a Fans First exhibition game, where they were able to get...

Morgan Napier

Former Marshall student highlighted in exhibit at Side Street Creative

Jordan Ooten, Student Reporter November 1, 2024

An artist from West Virginia said she seeks to promote her state’s culture by highlighting Appalachia’s beauty, according to her artist statement. Morgan Napier’s work was spotlighted by local...

Michael DeLuca's "Stratification" Exhibit

Philadelphia artist talks artistic trajectory at VAC

Jordan Ooten, Student Reporter November 1, 2024

What started off as a tiny white dot on a black background has turned into colorful artwork that catches the eye. Michael DeLuca, an artist in Philadelphia who uses human figures and bright backgrounds...

Marcie Simms, vice president for Intercultural and Student Affairs at Marshall University

Three Greek Life organizations suspended over hazing allegations

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor October 31, 2024

Fraternities Alpha Sigma Phi and Alpha Tau Omega and sorority Alpha Xi Delta have received suspension orders following an investigation into alleged hazing.  The university announced the suspension...

Women’s Basketball takes down UPIKE

Women’s Basketball takes down UPIKE

Tariq Montgomery, Student Reporter October 31, 2024

Marshall Women’s Basketball kicked off their championship defending season against the University of Pikeville in a Fans First game Sunday, Oct. 27.  The team squeezed out a win in their first contest...

Candidates race to rally voters in final week

Caden Adkins, Student Reporter October 31, 2024

With election day only a week away,  both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are making their closing arguments at rallies around the country. On Sunday, Oct. 27, Trump held a rally in Madison Square Garden,...

Aldrich was crowned Miss USA/World in 1961.

Former Miss USA earns spot on Wall of Fame

Baylee Parsons, News Editor October 31, 2024

Some students come to college and learn life has other plans for them, said one inductee of the Greater Huntington Wall of Fame following the induction ceremony Thursday, Oct. 24. “You go to college,...

Marching Thunder Performing their pregame show in Exhibition

South Point wins marching band competition

Nate Harrah, Student Reporter October 30, 2024

With hundreds of spectators watching, hundreds of students performed and competed at the Marshall University Tristate Marching Band competition. This 54-year-old competition was held at the Joan C Edwards...

Women’s Soccer prepares for final matchup

Women’s Soccer prepares for final matchup

Tariq Montgomery, Student Reporter October 30, 2024

Marshall Women’s Soccer faces their final opponent at home for the year on Halloween night. They play the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns, who are 6-5-8 and looking to also end their season on a high note. The...

Jim’s is located on 5th Ave. in Huntington. Vicki Dunn-Marshall, the resturant’s new owner (left) and Sabrina Donahue-Moore, head of marketing (right) pose in their Marshall-adjacent uniforms.

Huntington Hotspots: Jim’s Steak and Spaghetti

Maggie Gibbs, Staff Reporter October 29, 2024

Since 1938, Jim’s Steak and Spaghetti House, a Huntington landmark, has been a community staple. What began as The Kennedy Dairy Store serving 10-cent milkshakes and 15-cent cheeseburgers has evolved...

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