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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

BeyondMU: Overqualified Graduates Working Low-Wage Jobs

Matthew Schaffer, Managing Editor March 4, 2024

A new study shows most college graduates are working jobs that don't require degrees, raising the question of the costs versus the benefits of pursuing...

"The Wolves" explores girlhood through the inner-workings of a soccer team.
Courtesy of Sholten Singer

‘The Wolves’ Portrays Struggles of Girlhood

Baylee Parsons, Copy Editor March 4, 2024

Marshall’s School of Theatre and Dance’s production of “The Wolves” closed its curtain on Saturday, Feb. 24, at the Joan C. Edwards Performing...

Chloe visits students in the freshman residence halls.

Furry Friends Frequent Residence Halls

Baylee Parsons, Copy Editor March 3, 2024

A former West Virginia Hot Dog Festival Wiener Dog Race champion now spends her days comforting students on campus. A therapy dog for the new MU Paws...

Students have limited options when it comes to parking on Marshall's campus.
Courtesy of Mackenzie Jones

Perceptions on Parking: Is Marshall’s Plan Concrete?

Sarah Davis, News Editor March 1, 2024

Parking continues to be an issue on college campuses across the country, including Marshall University.  Marshall Police Chief Jim Terry said that...

Jessica Tall giving her talk about connecting identities as items of clothing.

Commonalities Confirmed at TEDxMarshallU

Sarah Davis, News Editor February 28, 2024

Eight threads– ranging from intertwining theater and science to managing stress– were connected Tuesday, Feb. 27, at this year’s TEDxMarshallU event...

Matthew Schaffer

BeyondMU: W.Va. Legislature Continues Slew of Controversial Bills Despite Opposition

Matthew Schaffer, Managing Editor February 26, 2024

West Virginia’s House of Delegates passed the controversial HB 5243, also known as the “West Virginia Women’s Bill of Rights,” on Wednesday, Feb....

Gabriella Bellomy in “Every Brilliant Thing”

Students Produce One-Woman Show

Baylee Parsons, Copy Editor February 26, 2024

For the first time in 20 years, the Marshall School of Theatre and Dance presented an entirely student-led production within the walls of the Joan C. Edwards...

Dean Stites talks with students.

COS Students Get to Know New Dean

Scott Price, Chief Copy Editor February 25, 2024

Intended to introduce students to Dean Wesley Stites and Associate Dean Anna Mummert while conversing over Dunkin’ donuts and coffee, the Student Government...

Victoria Ware

Racial Diversity on Campus is Essential and Should be Celebrated

Victoria Ware, Opinions & Culture Editor February 23, 2024

Racial diversity is a concept that provokes strong contention regarding its importance and value. As a biracial Black woman who frequently inhabits...

Judge Richard Gergel speaking at the Amicus Curiae lecture.

Courage Valued at Amicus Curiae

Sarah Davis, News Editor February 23, 2024

Bravery binded the stories of an African American World War II veteran, United States president and district judge, an author and judge said Thursday,...

Lunches will be provided through the beginning of April.

Local Churches Provide Students Lunch for a Dollar

Ella Bumgardner, Staff Reporter February 22, 2024

The Campus Christian Center at Marshall University hosted the first “Lunch for a Buck” of the 2024 spring semester on Tuesday, Feb. 13. The center...

The Herd had 34 all-time top-10 performances this season.

Swim & Dive Take Home Gold

Joseph DiCristofaro, Sports Editor February 21, 2024

Capping the weekend off with four gold medals, Swim and Dive wrapped up the Sun Belt Conference Championships on Saturday, Feb. 17, in Orlando, Florida. “The...

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