Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon
Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon
Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon
Ashton Pack

Ashton Pack, News Editor

Ashton Pack is a senior majoring in multimedia journalism from Wayne, West Virginia. Aside from the Parthenon, Ashton is also a senator for the College of Arts and Media for the Student Government Association and has written for The Herald-Dispatch. In his spare time, Ashton enjoys trivia and board games.  After college, Ashton intends on working as a political reporter.

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Comedians should be ashamed to perform in Saudi Arabia

Ashton Pack, News Editor
October 23, 2025
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Protesters gather near Heritage Station as No Kings national protest returns to Huntington, opposing the Trump administration.

Nationwide ‘No Kings’ protest returns to Huntington

Ashton Pack, News Editor
October 20, 2025
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On Tuesday, Sept. 23, provost candidate Diane Helfers Petrella took questions from faculty, staff and students on campus.

Marshall appoints Diane Helfers Petrella as university’s next provost

Ashton Pack, News Editor
October 17, 2025
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Cameron Mays and Mia Crookshanks accept the Dan O'Hanlon awards. (Courtesy of Mia Crookshanks)

Wealth inequality studied in award-winning essays

Ashton Pack, News Editor
October 16, 2025
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Free speech for thee, but not for me

Ashton Pack, News Editor
September 28, 2025
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The recent uptick in enrollment has impacted several areas across campus, with noticeable increases in wait times at popular dining spots like Chick-fil-A and La Famiglia.

Enrollment up after decade’s decline

Ashton Pack, News Editor
September 18, 2025
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WMUL-FM staff and volunteers alongside faculty advisor Charles Bailey at the Virginias Associated Press Broadcasters award ceremony at the Greenbrier on April 5, 2025 (Courtesy of WMUL-FM)

WMUL wins prestigious Murrow Award

Ashton Pack, News Editor
September 9, 2025
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Resident advisors in the Twin Towers residence halls were not assigned roommates.

Housing shortage resolved before classes began

Ashton Pack, News Editor
September 4, 2025
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Heritage Farm, located on Harvey Road off I-64, offers a number of activities and museums for all ages.

Postcards from The Parthenon: Heritage Farm

Ashton Pack, News Editor
August 14, 2025
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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
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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
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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
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The Lewis College of Business will be sponsoring the new program.

ZinnStarter program to support student entrepreneurs

Ashton Pack, News Editor
July 15, 2025
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University First Lady Alys Smith founded the program and will be guiding the leadership team. (Courtesy of Marshall University)

Marshall launches new mentoring program for female students

Ashton Pack, News Editor
July 10, 2025
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Washington wants to dumb us down

Ashton Pack, News Editor
July 2, 2025
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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
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MU Paws utilizes therapy dogs to help students destress with a little bit of puppy love. (Courtesy of MU Paws).

MU Paws offers support animals for students to be ‘pawsitively’ stress-free

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter
May 5, 2025
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Protesters gathered on Marshall’s campus to protest name changes post DEI rollback.

Community members protest changes to LGBTQ, intercultural offices

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter
April 27, 2025
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(Courtesy of Sunflower Seeds, Inc.)

How the Tri-State helps Ukraine

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter
April 26, 2025
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International students face possible visa revocations

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter
April 16, 2025
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Former civil rights prosecutor with the Department of Justice, Jared Fishman. (Courtesy of the Justice Innovation Lab)

Amicus Curiae lecture to focus on American justice reform

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter
April 15, 2025
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Karen Petrone, history professor at the University of Kentucky. (Courtesy of University of Kentucky)

Professor discusses World War II, Ukraine at Charles Hill Moffat Lecture

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter
April 14, 2025
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AI: A helpful tool or a breach in academic honesty?

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter
April 12, 2025
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President Donald Trump listens to a question from a reporter before signing an executive order in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, Monday, March 31, 2025. (Pool via AP)

Trump executive order dismantles Department of Education

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter
April 3, 2025
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President Donald Trump arrives to address a joint session of Congress at the Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, March 4, 2025. (AP Photo/Ben Curtis)

Political science professor gives input on Trump’s address to Congress

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter
March 24, 2025
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Marshall's food pantry is ran by the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics (The Parthenon)

Campus food pantry addresses food insecurity

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter
March 15, 2025
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Courtesy of Counseling Center and the Center for Student Success.

Fostering Independence support group provides resources for students in need

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter
March 11, 2025
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64 years ago Marshall College became Marshall University.

Sixty-four years as Marshall University

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter
March 4, 2025
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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
March 3, 2025
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Courtesy of Felinton Inc. Entertainment

Documentary showcases devastation from war in Ukraine

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter
February 23, 2025
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Title IX presented students with tips and tricks to deal with heartbreak.

Heartbreak and healing: Title IX provides student support

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter
February 18, 2025
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Black History Month Power Hour celebrates Black history through music

Black History Month Power Hour celebrates Black history through music

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter
February 17, 2025
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Storefront of Now Hear This.

Now Hear This forms essential part of music scene near campus

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter
February 15, 2025
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Courtesy of Cabell County Public Library

Cabell County Public Library to support local outreach

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter
February 11, 2025
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West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey speaks about executive orders he issued on his first day as governor at a news conference at the State Capitol in Charleston, W.Va. on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2024. (AP Photo/Leah Willingham)

Key issues to watch in the upcoming legislative session: Budget cuts, DEI, school choice and more

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter
February 11, 2025
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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau addresses media members after U.S. President Donald Trump signed an order to impose stiff tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada and China, in Ottawa, Canada, Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. Photo by Justin Tang/The Canadian Press via AP

Trump’s second week characterized by tariff threats, demands and funding freezes

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter
February 7, 2025
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Life abroad: Students share their study abroad experiences

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter
February 1, 2025
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Office of Career Education brings back job shadowing program

Office of Career Education brings back job shadowing program

Ashton Pack, Student Reporter
January 31, 2025
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