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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Sen. Grady serves as the chair of education.

Education, future workforce take precedent at Legislative Lookahead

Baylee Parsons, Managing Editor February 8, 2025

Building a better future for the next generation of West Virginians will be a focal point in this year’s legislative session, several state representatives who spoke at the Legislative Lookahead said...

81.1% of 53 students polled said they read in their free time.

Marshall students settle in with a good book

Soleil Woolard, Student Reporter February 7, 2025

As February begins to settle in, Marshall students start to settle in with a new favorite book. The Parthenon interviewed three students and conducted a poll about current reading habits on campus,...

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau addresses media members after U.S. President Donald Trump signed an order to impose stiff tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada and China, in Ottawa, Canada, Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. Photo by Justin Tang/The Canadian Press via AP

Trump’s second week characterized by tariff threats, demands and funding freezes

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter February 7, 2025

President Trump’s second week was dominated by threats of tariffs, demands against other countries and a controversial funding freeze order.  On Monday, Jan. 27, Trump issued a memorandum pausing...

The Herd is looking to finish the season strong as February is the final month for Indoor Track & Field

Indoor Track & Field school record broken

Nate Harrah, Sports Editor February 6, 2025

Another Marshall Indoor Track & Field school record was broken at the PNC Lenny Lyles Invitational hosted by the University of Louisville Cardinals Friday, Feb. 1-2. Kylee Mastin continued her hot...

Macy Saunders and Candace Maynard both in the photo. Photo courtesy of Macy Saunders.

Alpha Chi Omega looks to spring recruitment through philanthropic efforts

Tally Mamula, Student Reporter February 5, 2025

Marshall University’s Student Center became a hub of compassion and community on Sunday, Feb. 2, as Alpha Chi Omega hosted its “Sending Our Love” philanthropy event to support the Golden Girl Group...

The Baileys, courtesy of Bonnie Bailey.

Couples on Campus: The Baileys

Kaitlyn Fleming, News Editor February 5, 2025

From that first “hola” in high school Spanish class to now nurturing a family of their own, one pair of high school sweethearts has built a lifetime of laughter and shared dreams.  Travis Bailey,...

Lauryn Coffman was one of the competition's winner.

Black History Month festivities begin with annual poster competition

Luke Campbell, Student Reporter February 4, 2025

Marshall University’s Black History Month celebrations kicked off with the Dr. Carter G. Woodson Lyceum’s annual Black History Month Poster Competition Awards on Feb. 2 at the Visual Arts Center. Assistant...

The last win for Women’s Basketball was a home game also against 
Georgia Southern on Jan. 22

Women’s Basketball scores its first road game win of the season

Nate Harrah, Sports Editor February 4, 2025

With a season high for forced turnovers, Marshall Women’s Basketball was able to score its first road victory, 71-65, this season against the Georgia Southern Eagles on Saturday, Feb. 1. “Our team...

Holocaust survivors take part in the ceremony to mark the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau in Oswiecim, Poland on January 27.

Auschwitz survivors attend Holocaust Remembrance Day in Poland

Holly Belmont, Staff Reporter February 4, 2025

Holocaust survivors gathered Monday, Jan. 27, to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau in Poland.  Over one million people, mostly Jews, were deported to Auschwitz,...

New speed radar located at the corner of 3rd Ave. and 20th St.

Marshall student injured in pedestrian accident on 3rd avenue

Kaitlyn Fleming, News Editor February 4, 2025

A Marshall student was struck by a vehicle and injured early Tuesday, Feb. 4, at 3rd Avenue and 19th Street.  Leah Payne, the director of communications at Marshall, said the female student has been...

New member of the year, Mika Jones.
Picture courtesy of Mika Jones

Greek leaders recognized for outstanding contributions at Marshall University

Tally Mamula, Student Reporter February 3, 2025

Members of Marshall University's Greek Life were recognized for their leadership and involvement on Thursday, Jan. 30, at their Chapter Assessment Program Awards Ceremony. Gabrielle Belcher was named...

Greek Life training focuses on safety, inclusivity

Tally Mamula, Student Reporter February 3, 2025

A recent training session at the Brad D. Smith Business Building on Saturday, Jan. 25, emphasized the importance of safety, risk management and inclusivity for the Greek Life community.  Alex Roets,...

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