The Parthenon

Two Marshall Professors Awarded Art Grants

Abigail Cutlip, Student Reporter • March 2, 2023

For their efforts to support creative work and promote lifelong learning and healthy aging, two professors have received art grants by the West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture and History. The...

BSU Plans Protest Against Handgun Bill

Lydia Montague, Student Reporter • March 2, 2023

Protests of a bill that would permit the carrying of concealed handguns on college campuses are being contemplated by members of Marshall’s Black Students United. Saying she and others were “shocked...

TEDxMarshallU Looks at Identity From Various Angles

Rafael Alfonso, Content Editor • March 1, 2023

"I was a small sprinkle of pepper in a big bowl of salt," said Marshall alumnus RaShad Sanders at the fifth annual TEDxMarshallU event on Feb. 25. Sanders and seven other speakers delivered TED-style talks...

Board of Governors Meeting Highlights Marshall’s Improvements

Victoria Ware, Opinions and Culture Editor • March 1, 2023

“The Big Five” initiative—which includes enrollment management, pricing, student experience, digital marketing and a distinct strategy—highlighted President Brad D. Smith’s report to the Board...

Next Amicus Curiae to Explore Juries

Sarah Davis, Staff Reporter • March 1, 2023

The American judiciary should be of concern to all, a law professor explained regarding Marshall University’s upcoming Amicus Curiae lecture. “The jury system – and whether it is fair and reaches...

Countdown to Commencement Event Prepares Seniors for Graduation

Abigail Cutlip, Student Reporter • March 1, 2023

Spring graduates will be able to receive all the supplies that they need for their upcoming commencement ceremony at the annual Countdown to Commencement event. The event will be held inside the Memorial...

Women’s History Kicks Off at Marshall

Bex Law, Student Reporter • March 1, 2023

A busy and exciting month of events to celebrate Women’s History Month is kicking off with a calendar of events reveal and reception hosted by the Women’s and Gender Center. Blair Bocook, coordinator...

Medical School Dean Search Begins

Bex Law, Student Reporter • February 23, 2023

The search for new deans of Marshall University continues as a national healthcare executive firm begins to look for the next dean of the Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine. The search firm, Grant Cooper,...

SGA Proposal Emphasizes College of Science Health

Emma Johnson, Student Reporter • February 23, 2023

A mental health organization could be developed for the College of Science students and faculty through a proposal made in the Student Government Association. “Mental health has not always been...

Campus Carry Heads to House Floor Despite Opposition in First Public Hearing

Matthew Schaffer, News Editor • February 22, 2023

Despite a showing of staunch opposition at its first public hearing, Senate Bill 10 (or the Campus Self-Defense Act) is heading to a vote on the floor of the House of Delegates after a recommendation from...

‘Steel Magnolias’ Dazzles With Authenticity (Shortened Review)

Rafael Alfonso, Content Editor • February 22, 2023

“I know these women.” As I sat there in the Francis Booth Experimental Theatre and as I left it, those four words kept repeating in my head. “I know these women.” I know each of...

Local Coffee Shop Launches New Roast

Sarah Davis, Staff Reporter • February 22, 2023

A local coffee shop is taking a cup of coffee to the next degree. Coal River Coffee Company, in collaboration with West Virginia Collegiate Recovery Network, launched Recovery Roast, their newest...