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The Parthenon

Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Marshall University held an introductory press conference for Harrison on July 30. (Courtesy of HerdZone)

Gerald J. Harrison hired as athletic director

Nate Harrah, Sports Editor August 9, 2025

Marshall Athletics recently announced Gerald J. Harrison as the university’s new director of athletics, making him the 23rd athletic director in Marshall...

Many students face difficulties readjusting to campus life after summer break.

Lost your routine? Here’s how the Counseling Center says to find it

Soleil Woolard, Opinions & Culture Editor August 8, 2025

After summer break, adjusting back to university life can be tough on students, but they don’t have to do it alone at Marshall. Counselor Michele...

The School of Health and Movement Sciences is located in Gullickson Hall.

School of Health and Movement Sciences to expand student opportunities

Baylee Parsons, Executive Editor August 7, 2025

Although athletic training, exercise science and biomechanics students typically study changes within the body, this semester, it is their school that...

Study rooms in Twin Towers are now fully furnished as temporary dorm rooms.

RA roommates, study room renovations among temporary housing plans

Ashton Pack, News Editor August 6, 2025

Marshall University’s Office of Housing and Residence Life is preparing for the possibility of having to use temporary housing arrangements in the fall...

Caleb Ferguson is pictured attending Marshall Day at the Capitol in Charleston on March 4, 2025. (Courtesy of Caleb Ferguson)

Internship spotlight: Senator Capito’s office

Ashton Pack, News Editor August 4, 2025

After interning for a United States senator this summer, one Marshall student said the experience has helped him become a more informed citizen and greatly...

The Diamond Back offers hills and thrills for park-goers.

Postcards from The Parthenon: Kings Island

Nate Harrah, Sports Editor August 1, 2025

Most of the time when you see me write for The Parthenon, I talk about the latest basketball game or how the Herd performed in last week’s football game....

Kaitlyn Fleming is a senior at Marshall and The Parthenon’s managing editor

Gen Z needs books now more than ever

Kaitlyn Fleming, Managing Editor July 31, 2025

While a love of reading might now be dubbed as a byproduct of belonging to what social psychologists like Johnathon Haidt call “the anxious generation,”...

(L to R): Waylon Smith, Beyonce Carter and Caroline Powell can be found leading groups
through orientation this summer. (Courtesy of Marshall University)

A day in the life of an orientation leader

Baylee Parsons, Executive Editor July 30, 2025

As hundreds of incoming freshmen prepare to arrive on Marshall’s campus for orientation, a much smaller group of students is already there, preparing...

The Bushel & Peck sign welcomes visitors from the top of the hill.

A dream in bloom: Bushel & Peck’s local escape

Kaitlyn Fleming, Managing Editor July 29, 2025

At Bushel & Peck Backyard Blooms, stopping to smell the roses is not just encouraged–it’s the whole point.  Owner Kathleen Linville and her...

The Marshall Counseling Center, located in Prichard Hall, offers free counseling services to all Marshall students.

Mental health doesn’t take a summer break

Ashton Pack, News Editor July 28, 2025

Though many students look forward to summer, this time of the year may also be a season of mental health struggles for others. Amy Kennedy-Rickman,...

The Herd fell short of its second national soccer title 2-1 in “Golden Goal” overtime to the Vermont Catamounts. (Courtesy of HerdZone)

Marshall Men’s and Women’s Soccer schedules released

Nate Harrah, Sports Editor July 27, 2025

Marshall Athletics has announced both the men’s and women’s soccer schedules for the 2025 season. For the men’s team, the players look to have...

The Blues Society wrapping up the final day of the Appalachian Blues Festival

Huntington Blues Society honors the genre with Appalachian Blues Festival

Soleil Woolard, Opinions & Cultures Editor July 25, 2025

It might sound contradictory, but the blues don’t always have to be blue, said one member of the Huntington Blues Society. The second annual Appalachian...

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