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The award was presented in 2023.

Cyber Defense Program Designated as Center of Excellence

Samuel McElwain, Student Reporter October 29, 2023

The National Security Agency and the Cyber Security and Infrastructure Agency has recognized the Marshall University’s Cyber Defense program as a National...

Second Alys Smith Symposium Focuses on STEM

Second Alys Smith Symposium Focuses on STEM

Sarah Davis, News Editor October 28, 2023

The second annual Alys Smith Symposium will feature a data scientist—among other women in STEM—on Thursday, Nov. 2. The Alys Smith Symposium on...

Aymane Sordo weaves between defenders

Men’s Soccer Loses Second Straight Game Against UK

Kadann Bonecutter, Student Reporter October 28, 2023

A first half shutout by the Kentucky Wildcats Men’s Soccer team resulted in the No. 1 Thundering Herd’s first home loss of the season last Sunday,...

Kaye Godbey, coordinator of wellness programs

Excessive Drinking Less Common Among College Students

Samuel McElwain, Student Reporter October 28, 2023

“Many students think drinking is an expected part of the college experience,” Marshall University’s wellness coordinator said, “despite the reality...

The volleyball team celebrates its victory against App State

Marshall Volleyball Sweeps App State at Home

Joel Spears, Student Reporter October 27, 2023

Marshall Volleyball had a successful weekend, sweeping the App State Mountaineers on Friday, Oct. 20, and winning a five-set match on Saturday, Oct. 21....

Stretchy speaking to attendees

Producer Joe Strechay Advocates for People With Disabilities in the Entertainment Industry

Jada Mills, Student Reporter October 27, 2023

A blind Huntington native has claimed his corner of the film and television industry despite the challenges that he has faced and has dedicated his life...

Cam Fancher is tackled by a JMU defender.

Marshall Football Dominated by Dukes

Joseph DiCristofaro, Sports Editor October 26, 2023

Marshall football’s October troubles continued on Thursday, Oct. 19, against the undefeated James Madison University Dukes at home, losing 20-9. The...

Panelists speak on distrust in science during a live podcast presentation.

‘Us and Them’ Podcast Recording Focuses on Distrust in Science

Matthew Schaffer, Managing Editor October 26, 2023

Deteriorating faith in science was the topic of a live taping of the “Us & Them” podcast that drew a crowd of community members to the Drinko Library...

The poster for the event

TEDxMarshallU to Host Student Pitch Event

Matthew Schaffer, Managing Editor October 25, 2023

TEDxMarshallU is opening the door for students to pitch their ideas for this year’s event on Wednesday, Nov. 1, in the Memorial Student Center. While...

Adam Aoumaich during the matchup against the Mountaineers

Men’s Soccer Win Streak Comes to an End

Joseph DiCristofaro, Sports Editor October 25, 2023

The Marshall Men’s Soccer Team lost to the WVU Mountaineers 5-2 on Wednesday, Oct. 18, in the Mountain State Derby, ending the Herd’s historic 12-game...

Performers from last year's event

International Festival Celebrates 60 Years

Sarah Davis, News Editor October 25, 2023

Cultures from around the globe will be showcased on Saturday, Oct. 28, in the Memorial Student Center’s Don Morris Room. The festival is West Virginia’s...

Official Advance Registration Schedule.

Marshall Releases Course Schedule for Spring 2024

Matthew Schaffer, Managing Editor October 25, 2023

Students should begin planning their Spring 2024 Semester as Marshall has released the course schedule on Monday, Oct. 23. The course schedule can be...

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