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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

After years of traveling as a couple, the Ballous now enjoy taking trips with their children. (Courtesy of Stephanie Ballou)
Couples on Campus: The Ballous
Kaitlyn Fleming, News Editor • March 6, 2025

Something in the air shifted in the spring of ‘95 in an Introduction to Corrections course, almost as if fate nudged two former Marshall students together.  Lieutenant...

Alpha Xi Delta House on 5th Ave.
Alpha Xi Delta at Marshall University fosters leadership, sisterhood and service
Tally Mamula, Student Reporter • February 28, 2025

Alpha Xi Delta at Marshall University is shaping young women into leaders while fostering a strong sisterhood and commitment to service. “From the...

Todd Godby has 20 years of ministry experience and industrial experience. (Courtesy of Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center)
After Office Hours: Todd Godby
Soleil Woolard, Student Reporter • February 27, 2025

Not many people have their career figured out at 18, but little did Todd Godby know theology would find him again 10 years later.  Godby was raised...

The Parkers enjoy traveling together often.
Couples on Campus: The Parkers
Kaitlyn Fleming, News Editor • February 20, 2025

Although it may be a cliché, love at first sight was undeniably true in their case, one member of the Marshall University Police Department said.   Lieutenant...

Co-Owner Taylor Strickland Chambers photographed in front of Austin's at the Market.
Huntington Hotspots: Austin’s Ice Cream – A sweet family legacy
Maggie Gibbs, Copy Editor • February 18, 2025

You scream, I scream, we all scream for ice cream! For over seven decades, Austin's Ice Cream has been a beloved staple in the community, serving homemade...

Cartoon by James Harris, published in March 16, 2000, edition of The Parthenon.
Spring break then and now: Same places, different prices
Baylee Parsons, Managing Editor

Every year, as the academic year reaches its toughest point and the weather refuses to decide if it’s spring or still winter, the sun-starved...

Alumnae relations in sororities: A changing landscape
Tally Mamula, Student Reporter

Alumnae involvement in Greek Life is evolving as sororities adapt to modern challenges, from digital engagement to shifting cultural expectations. "Recently,...

Marshall University is home to nearly 200 international students this semester; 189 from 41 different countries.
Herd International: A glimpse into global students at Marshall University
Wade Sullivan, Photo Editor

Moeka Ueura (/Mo-a-kuh/ /Ew-a-u-duh/) is a graduate student studying English as a second language at Marshall University. Ueura is from Osaka,...

Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman talks about the resentencing of Erik and Lyle Menendez for the murders of their parents decades ago, during a news conference in Los Angeles, Monday, March 10, 2025. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)
Menendez brothers seek help from Gov. Newsom, DA revokes resentencing recommendation
Sarah Davis, Executive Editor

The Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office has taken another step in the Menendez decision, one that could potentially set the incarcerated...

Sigma Phi Epsilon champions philanthropy through service at Marshall University
Tally Mamula, Student Reporter

Sigma Phi Epsilon at Marshall University is making an impact on campus and in the community through its dedication to philanthropy, emphasizing...

Cicada Books is a combined bookstore-coffee shop located in the Antique District of Huntington.
Finding yourself on the shelf at Cicada Books
Soleil Woolard, Student Reporter

If you read every month how to change your life, you’d never be able to help yourself, a host of the Shelf Improvement book club said, adding,...

Logan, Wayne counties added to federal disaster assistance following floods
Bethany Jarrell, Staff Reporter

Flood recovery efforts continue across southern West Virginia as Logan and Wayne counties have been added to the federal disaster declaration...

Graduating seniors participate in the annual event to ensure a successful commencement.
Marshall hosts Countdown to Commencement for graduating seniors
Bethany Jarrell, Staff Reporter

Marshall University is hosting its Countdown to Commencement event Tuesday, March 11, and Wednesday, March 12, helping seniors finalize their...

The festival brought life to the Central City area of Huntington.
Winter Arts Fest brings out local vendors, creators
Soleil Woolard, Student Reporter

A renaissance is happening in Huntington, and it is in Central City, the director of RenewAll said. The Winter Arts Fest in Huntington took...

The best era of music according to Marshall students
Riley Burnett, Student Reporter

Students reminisced, decided and explained their favorite era of music on Wednesday, March 5, at Marshall University. Students were polled...

Kris Hillen at the West Edge Factory (The Parthenon/Holly Belmont)
Huntington Artist Kris Hillen holds first public exhibit
Holly Belmont, Staff Reporter

Descending from a long line of artisans, a sixth-generation Huntington native held his first solo public art exhibit Wednesday, March 5, at the...

Cody Lumpkin and Ian Nolte, assistant professors in the English department at Marshall University recording their podcast at HerdCon. (The Parthenon/Ashton Pack)
Marshall professors discuss guilty pleasure films at HerdCon
Ashton Pack, Student Reporter

Two Marshall professors discussed guilty pleasure films during a live episode of their podcast, “Giant Bombs,” at HerdCon on Saturday, March...

Javier Zamora, author of "Solito" (Marshall Artist Series)
Marshall Artist Series to feature Javier Zamora
Soleil Woolard, Student Reporter

The Marshall Artist series will speak with Javier Zamora this March at the Joan C. Edwards Playhouse. Marshall students and faculty can attend...

Courtesy of Felinton Inc. Entertainment
Documentary showcases devastation from war in Ukraine
Ashton Pack, Student Reporter

“As the Sunflower Whispers,” a documentary film about the devastation incurred during the war in Ukraine, and the MUkraine faculty podcast...

Storefront of Now Hear This.
Now Hear This forms essential part of music scene near campus
Ashton Pack, Student Reporter

Vinyl records are making a resurgence with the newer generation, and record stores like Now Hear This are here to help. Now Hear This is a...

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