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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Soledad O'Brien delivered the commencement address at Marshall's commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 10.
More than a voice: Soledad O’Brien on a legacy that lifts others
Kaitlyn Fleming, News Editor • May 12, 2025

In a world permeated with individuals trying to get their voice out, one award-winning journalist said oftentimes, the most powerful tactic may be not...

Aside from being a professor and Faculty Senate chair at Marshall, Schulenberg is also an author and the co-owner of Nomada Bakery. (Courtesy of Marshall University)
After Office Hours: Shawn Schulenberg
Soleil Woolard, Student Reporter • May 9, 2025

Sometimes interviews feel like an awkward first date, but with Marshall, everything just felt great, a Marshall professor said. Shawn Schulenberg is...

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...

Peckham is an award-winning author and professor of creative nonfiction in Marshall's English Department. (Courtesy of Rachael Peckham)
Marshall professor reflects on teaching career she ‘wouldn’t trade for anything’
Soleil Woolard, Student Reporter • April 30, 2025

The most true part of being a teacher to me is authenticity, West Virginia professor of the year said. Rachael Peckham was awarded 2024 Professor of...

Affording college in today’s economy: Students juggle jobs, stress
Haven Steele, Student Reporter • April 28, 2025

The rising cost of college is nothing new, but in today’s economy, students are feeling the pressure more than ever. As tuition, rent, groceries...

Demolition on Holderby Hall began earlier this month.
Holderby comes down, but its stories stand tall
Kaitlyn Fleming, Managing Editor

Holderby Hall may appear to just be brick and mortar, but it was once the place where strangers became family.  The year was 1982, and Bill...

The New River Gorge Bridge is a steel arch bridge spanning 3,030 feet long over the New River Gorge.
Postcards from The Parthenon: New River Gorge
Baylee Parsons, Executive Editor

Just over two hours away from campus lies the nation’s newest (and West Virginia’s only) national park: the New River Gorge. Located near...

Carl and Anna Mummert enjoy a healthy work-life balance spending quiet evenings together. (Courtesy of Anna Mummert)
Couples on Campus: The Mummerts
Kaitlyn Fleming, Managing Editor

Toothpaste: A necessary tool for the twice-daily brushing routine–but also the launchpad for one Marshall relationship. Carl, assistant...

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

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...

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

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

Artists from around the Tri-State area gathered to share their love for the arts at Art in the Park.
Art in the Park: Community over competition
Soleil Woolard, Opinions & Culture Editor

Appalachia and art just go together, one Huntington artist said. “It’s definitely not a competitive thing. It’s just for the love of...

GALLERY: New Student Orientation
GALLERY: New Student Orientation
Baylee Parsons, Executive Editor

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

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

"Battersea" poster (Courtesy of IMDB)
Marshall Alum to show award winning film at the Appalachian Film Festival
Caden Adkins, Opinions & Culture Editor

A Marshall alum will be showing his award-winning feature film at the Appalachian Film Festival Saturday, April 26, at the historical Foundry...

“A Doll’s House,” stageplay at Marshall University (The Parthenon/Riley Burnett)
Marshall University shines at national theater awards
Riley Burnett, Student Reporter

Individuals from the School of Theatre and Dance at Marshall were invited to the  Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival national...

Rachel Zegler as Snow White in the 2025 remake. Courtesy of Disney.
Disney faces backlash and financial struggles following the release of ‘Snow White’
Holly Belmont, Staff Reporter

Disney suffered another major setback with the March 21 release of its live-action remake of Snow White – the latest in a string of films several...

Dogs led their owners around Ritter Park, searching for Easter eggs filled with treats.
‘Paws in the Park’ brings Huntington dog owners together
Soleil Woolard, Student Reporter

The Greater Huntington Park and Recreation District held their annual Paws in the Park event April 11 for the local dogs in Huntington. The...

The festival stopped in Huntington as part of its world tour.
Banff Mountain Film Festival brings global adventure to campus
Bethany Jarrell, Staff Reporter

The Banff Mountain Film Festival stopped at Marshall University on Thursday, April 3, in conjunction with its world tour and the Marshall Artist...

Dear Evan Hansen soundtrack cover (Courtesy of Amazon)
‘Dear Evan Hansen’ student tickets sell out
Soleil Woolard, Student Reporter

The Marshall Artist Series will be showing the Broadway musical “Dear Evan Hansen” in April.  The musical will be shown at the Joan C....

The Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity is making a stop in Huntington as part of their tour. (Courtesy of Marshall Artists Series)
Film festival to visit Marshall for seventh year
Nolan Duncan, Staff Reporter

The BANFF Mountain Film Festival returns on April 3 at 7 p.m. at the Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center for its seventh year. Angela Jones,...

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