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The Parthenon

Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Soleil Woolard

Pride and prejudice just do not mix

Soleil Woolard, Opinions & Cultures Editor June 17, 2025

Growing up, I remember being told by my best friend after I came out that I was “one of the good ones.” Even though I didn’t think of it at the time...

A photo of the Cox family taken on the last Father’s Day Sunday before Maribeth was killed now hangs in their home as a cherished memory.

How the Cox family turned pain into purpose

Kaitlyn Fleming, Managing Editor June 16, 2025

Even the most loving of families can be affected by social media’s negative impact, but one mother and disabilities advocate said one platform’s influence...

Bookwalter, lovingly nicknamed “Booky,” has served as the dean of the College of Liberal Arts for 11 of the 38 years of his career. (Courtesy of Marshall University)

An unfinished Marshall story: Bookwalter extends career before closing final chapter

Baylee Parsons, Executive Editor June 13, 2025

Fulfilling. Unpredictable. Happy.  These are the three words Dean Robert Bookwalter said best describe his career in higher education – which was...

GALLERY: New Student Orientation

GALLERY: New Student Orientation

Baylee Parsons, Executive Editor June 11, 2025

The City of Huntington shared this photo on its Facebook on June 2, showing the United States, West Virginia and City of Huntington flags on display outside City Hall. (Courtesy of the City of Huntington, WV Facebook)

Huntington City Hall to not fly pride flag

Ashton Pack, News Editor June 11, 2025

The City of Huntington has decided not to display the pride flag this Pride Month, sparking mixed reactions from the community. The Huntington City...

The Black Bears have been a team since 2015. The Black Bears are also the MLB Draft League champions in 2022 and 2023.
(Courtesy of MLB Draft League and West Virginia Black Bears)

West Virginia Black Bears still in the hunt after rough loss

Nate Harrah, Sports Editor June 10, 2025

The West Virginia Black Bears Baseball team looks to bounce back after a hard walk off loss against the State College Spikes to even up the series on Saturday,...

The Coal Cats play at the Jack Cook Field, Marshall Baseball's home stadium.

Coal Cats suffer come-from-behind defeat in home opening contest

Nate Harrah, Sports Editor June 10, 2025

The Tri-State Coal Cats (2-2) fell to the losing side of a come-from-behind 10-5 loss against the Pulaski River Turtles (3-1). The River Turtles, based...

President Brad Smith addressed graduates, family and friends of Marshall at two ceremonies on Saturday, May 10. (Courtesy of Austin O'Connor)

Marshall celebrates 1,500 graduates during spring commencement ceremonies

Bethany Jarrell, Staff Reporter May 14, 2025

Nearly 1,500 graduates walked across the stage and turned their tassels toward the next chapter of their lives at the Spring 2025 Commencement, carrying...

This newsroom changed my life

This newsroom changed my life

Sarah Davis, Executive Editor May 8, 2025

After three years of journalism school, I can confidently say I’ve learned a lot, but there’s one concept that sticks out to me: telling both sides...

A Final Edit: My Farewell to the Parthenon

A Final Edit: My Farewell to the Parthenon

Maggie Gibbs, Copy Editor May 6, 2025

I joined The Parthenon because someone said I should try writing for the paper. I didn’t think it would stick. I was quiet, unsure of my voice, more...

The chapter's main purpose is to support future educators. (Courtesy of Abbi Carney)

West Virginia’s first DKG chapter paves the way for female educators

Kaitlyn Fleming, News Editor May 3, 2025

The first collegiate Delta Kappa Gamma chapter in the state of West Virginia was born out of love for education and aims to foster a supportive environment...

Esports program levels up for next year

Nolan Duncan, Staff Reporter May 2, 2025

Marshall University’s Esports program is evolving to prepare for next semester. Director of esports Kyle Trapp said the club is splitting into the...

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