Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon
Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon
Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon
Sarah Davis

Sarah Davis, Executive Editor

Sarah Davis is a senior student from Hurricane, West Virginia, studying broadcast and multimedia journalism. In addition to her work with The Parthenon, Sarah creates content for video and television, producing videos, packages and anchoring. Breaking news stories are Sarah’s favorite stories to chase. She is also involved with Baptist Campus Ministry- where she serves on the social media team- and Marshall’s student magazine, The Kelly. Her newest venture is hosting a weekend talk show at a local CCM station in Ashland, KY. Sarah enjoys reading, traveling, shopping and playing tennis in her free time. She is also an active member of her local church. Sarah aspires to work as a multimedia journalist and dreams of making it big someday.

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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
March 17, 2025
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Sarah and her mom pictured in New York City in 2011 (Courtesy of Wes Davis)

Every weekday evening at 6:30 p.m.

Sarah Davis, Executive Editor
March 5, 2025
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Lyle Menendez, left confers with brother Erik during a court appearance, April 2, 1991 in Beverly Hills, California. Lawyers for the brothers won another delay of a preliminary hearing while they seek a state Supreme Court opinion on whether an alleged murder confession is protected by doctor-patient privilege. (AP Photo/Kevork Djansezian)

UPDATE: Wildfires delay resentencing hearing, DA office not in support of new trial for Menendez Brothers

Sarah Davis, Executive Editor
February 21, 2025
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McInerney dedicated 40 years of service to the university.

Former students, colleagues remember Professor Margie McInerney

Sarah Davis, Executive Editor
February 19, 2025
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DEI across state universities

Sarah Davis, Executive Editor
January 29, 2025
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Diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives under review at Marshall

Sarah Davis, Executive Editor
January 28, 2025
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DEVELOPING STORY: Diversity related pages removed from Marshall’s website

Sarah Davis, Executive Editor
January 23, 2025
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This photo taken by Pacific Palisades resident Darrin Hurwitz shows the Palisades Fire as it approaches homes in Los Angeles, Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025.

L.A. reporter on California fires: ‘It’s okay to care’

Sarah Davis, Executive Editor
January 22, 2025
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Michael Neiburg Courtesy of Marshall University

War history, Ukraine discussed at latest Amicus Curiae

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor
November 23, 2024
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(Left to right) Alys Smith, Alissa Stewart Sparks, Raine Klover, Gina Milum, Brittany Ochoa, Nora Ankrom

Local women talk nonprofit management

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor
November 20, 2024
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Representing the 75, roses were rested on the fountain during the ceremony.

Community embraces resilience at fountain ceremony

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor
November 15, 2024
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Lyle & Erik Menendez were tried twice before being convicted in 1996.

Lyle Menendez: best big brother ever

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor
November 4, 2024
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Marcie Simms, vice president for Intercultural and Student Affairs at Marshall University

Three Greek Life organizations suspended over hazing allegations

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor
October 31, 2024
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Connecticut Army National Guard members, accompanied by civilian volunteers, deliver supplies to residents in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024, in Burnsville, N.C.

Back-to-back Hurricanes slam the south

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor
October 16, 2024
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Pictured left-to-right: 2023 Homecoming attendant Semoni Weaver, vice president of Intercultural and Student Affairs Marcie Simms, 2024 homecoming attendant Kylie Fisher, first woman Alys Smith, University President Brad D. Smith and 2024 attendant Dylan Ellison.

Hurricane support takes the crown at Homecoming game

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor
October 8, 2024
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Sarah Davis

I will always root for them

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor
October 7, 2024
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The 2024 Homecoming game against Appalachian State will take place in the Joan C. Edwards Stadium on Oct. 5.

Marshall vs App State: The show must go on

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor
October 3, 2024
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Caffeinated beverages can be found in several vending machines on campus.

Campus buzzes with caffeine consumption

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor
September 28, 2024
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History professor Denver Brunsman presented on President George Washington at the most recent Amicus Curiae lecture.

‘The father’ of our country detailed in latest Amicus Curiae lecture

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor
September 19, 2024
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Erik Cochrane

SGA transitions to new marketing chair amid skepticism

Caden Adkins and Sarah Davis
September 18, 2024
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Photos by Sarah Davis

Tiny homes open near campus

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor
August 31, 2024
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Griffith is a historian and author.

Amicus Curiae lecture highlights the bravery and persistence of women

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor
August 30, 2024
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Elisabeth Griffith

Amicus Curiae returns with the discussion of women’s rights

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor
August 28, 2024
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Campus has more faces after an enrollment increase.

Temporary campus housing no longer needed

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor
August 28, 2024
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The live taping will take place in the Drinko Library Atrium.

[Photo] ‘Us & Them’ to host live podcast on campus

Nolan Duncan, Staff Reporter
August 28, 2024
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O'Hanlon served as a judge in Cabell County, West Virginia after his career at Marshall.

Contest Encourages Political Writing

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor
August 3, 2024
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Students move into their dorms in August 2023 for the 2023-2024 school year.

Prospective Dorm Overcrowding Causes Campus-Wide Panic

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor
July 31, 2024
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Sarah Davis

Reading is a Hobby Every College Student Should Pick up

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor
July 5, 2024
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The four former football players called Tuscaloosa home.

Marshall Miles Away: Families of Victims Push for Monument Re-Location

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor
June 28, 2024
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Hood (#33), Sanders (#40), VanHorn (#75) and Wilson (#87) were all killed in the 1970 crash.

Marshall Miles Away: Monument to Honor Plane Crash Victims

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor
June 24, 2024
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Harmeyer won for the 13th night in a row Friday, June 14.

“They’re Wrong,” Jeopardy! Champion Says of Appalachian Stereotypes

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor
June 15, 2024
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The construction site is located across Old Main on 4th Avenue.

[Photo] Cyber Security Institute to Advance University

Baylee Parsons, News Editor
June 6, 2024
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Eng will start the position in July.

Ben Eng Chosen as Interim Dean for School of Business

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor
June 6, 2024
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Chris Gardner

Spring Commencement to Feature Inspiring Speaker

Sarah Davis, News Editor
April 23, 2024
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Peter Canellos speaks on the life of Supreme Court Justice John Marshall Harlan.

Amicus Curiae Focuses on Harlan

Sarah Davis, News Editor
April 18, 2024
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Canellos will visit campus on Thursday, April 11th.

Final Amicus Curiae to Explore Supreme Court Justice’s Career

Sarah Davis, News Editor
April 9, 2024
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Sarah Davis in the style of 1985

Life After Parthenon: Words of Wisdom From a Former Staff Member

Sarah Davis, News Editor
April 9, 2024
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Peter Hanson speaks during his Amicus Curiae lecture on the three values of Congress.

Lecturer Argues Partisanship is Demolishing Congress

Sarah Davis, News Editor
April 4, 2024
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Victoria Ware (left), opinion and cultures editor, and Sarah Davis (right) at the Women's Leadership Summit.

It’s Okay to ‘Press Pause’

Sarah Davis, News Editor
March 29, 2024
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Brooks (left) and Alford (right) pose with a HerdCon 2024 prop wearing their shirts from the university’s first HerdCon.

HerdCon Cultivates Community, Organizers Say

Sarah Davis, News Editor
March 27, 2024
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Peter Hanson will speak at the next Amicus Curiae lecture on Thursday, March 28.

Amicus Curiae to Offer Congress Correction

Sarah Davis, News Editor
March 26, 2024
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The Instagram post which depicted “If Marshall was a Pixar movie” through artificial intelligence garnered criticism.

AI-Inspired Reel Generates Controversy

Sarah Davis, News Editor
March 6, 2024
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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
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Jessica Tall giving her talk about connecting identities as items of clothing.

Commonalities Confirmed at TEDxMarshallU

Sarah Davis, News Editor
February 28, 2024
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Judge Richard Gergel speaking at the Amicus Curiae lecture.

Courage Valued at Amicus Curiae

Sarah Davis, News Editor
February 23, 2024
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Judge Richard Gergel

Amicus Curiae Returning to Campus

Sarah Davis, News Editor
February 21, 2024
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Sarah Davis

Life Behind Bars is Enough

Sarah Davis, News Editor
February 9, 2024
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The cast of ‘She Kills Monsters’ posing during the production.

Theater Production Receives Award

Sarah Davis, News Editor
February 5, 2024
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The keynote speaker, Laurie Goux, presented on dancer and activist Katherine Dunham.

Black History Month Kickoff Centers Around Art

Sarah Davis, News Editor
February 2, 2024
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Dr. Rachael Peckham delivered the keynote address at the Winter 2023 Commencement Ceremony.

Stories Hold Weight, Professor Says at Winter Commencement

Sarah Davis, News Editor
December 10, 2023
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The Marching Thunder performing at the ‘Party on the Plaza’ event on Friday, Sep. 29.

Marching Thunder Can Take 50 to Bowl Game

Sarah Davis, News Editor
December 8, 2023
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The collaboration was announced at a press conference on Friday, Nov. 17, on campus.

Medical Partnership Called ‘Groundbreaking’

Sarah Davis, News Editor
December 8, 2023
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Mikio Mori

Japanese Ambassador to Visit Campus

Sarah Davis, News Editor
November 30, 2023
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Roses are placed on the edge of the Memorial Fountain during the Annual Memorial Fountain Ceremony.

Fountain Ceremony Celebrates Unity Despite Tragedy

Sarah Davis, News Editor
November 15, 2023
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Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV) during his announcement

Manchin Will Not Run For Re-Election

Sarah Davis, News Editor
November 10, 2023
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Eighth Annual Jeff Kovatch Memorial Cleanup Photos

Eighth Annual Jeff Kovatch Memorial Cleanup Photos

Sarah Davis, News Editor
November 8, 2023
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The poster for the upcoming play

Play Postponed Due to COVID Among Cast

Sarah Davis, News Editor
November 8, 2023
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Skye Reymond speaks at the second annual Alys Smith Symposium on Women Professionals

US Soccer Data Analyst Speaks at Alys Smith Symposium

Sarah Davis, News Editor
November 6, 2023
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Philip Shenon

Amicus Curiae Lecture to Discuss Kennedy Assassination

Sarah Davis, News Editor
November 3, 2023
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The exploding stall in Twin Towers West

Twin Towers West Floods With Toilet Water

Evan Green and Sarah Davis
November 1, 2023
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Annual International Festival Celebrates Diversity

Annual International Festival Celebrates Diversity

Sarah Davis, News Editor
October 30, 2023
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Second Alys Smith Symposium Focuses on STEM

Second Alys Smith Symposium Focuses on STEM

Sarah Davis, News Editor
October 28, 2023
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Performers from last year's event

International Festival Celebrates 60 Years

Sarah Davis, News Editor
October 25, 2023
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Med school faculty cut the ribbon to launch their new rural residency program.

Med School Launches Rural Residency

Sarah Davis, News Editor
October 21, 2023
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Pianist Barbara Nissman

Music Hall of Fame Inductee to Perform on Campus

Sarah Davis, News Editor
October 18, 2023
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A Chalk the Walk entry

Chalk the Walk Photos

Sarah Davis, News Editor
October 7, 2023
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Black Alumni Hall of Fame Inductees and Behalfs (from left to right) : Cheryl White (on behalf of Roy Goines), Wendy Thomas (on behalf of Ed Starling), Marie Redd, Dr. Kimberly Austin, Joseph Williams, Victoria Smith, William Smith and Delegate Sean Hornbuckle.

Black Alumni Organization Inducts Inaugural Hall of Fame Class

Sarah Davis, News Editor
September 30, 2023
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Students paid $1 to bash a car colored to represent ODU in preparation for Homecoming 2023.

WMUL-FM Car Bash Prepares for Homecoming

Sarah Davis, News Editor
September 29, 2023
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Ronnie London answers questions at the First Amendment Forum.

First Amendment Forum Discusses Free Speech

Sarah Davis, News Editor
September 28, 2023
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Ronnie London will speak at the forum on Wednesday, Sept. 26.

Marshall to Host First Amendment Forum

Sarah Davis, News Editor
September 27, 2023
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Matt James is the executive director of alumni relations.

Homecoming 2023 Presents Traditions and New Opportunities

Sarah Davis, News Editor
September 22, 2023
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Program Receives $3 Million in Funding Towards Opioid Crisis

Sarah Davis, News Editor
September 19, 2023
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Mike by Jim Arendt

Jim Arendt Shares His Experience as an Artist

Sarah Davis, News Editor
September 16, 2023
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Kermit Roosevelt III speaks at the latest Amicus Curiae lecture.

Amicus Curiae Lecture Retells America’s Story

Sarah Davis, News Editor
September 13, 2023
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Marshall Police Chief Jim Terry spoke at the active shooter training on Sept. 12.

[Photo] MUPD Uses FBI Technique in Active Shooter Training on Campus

Tasha Esselstein, Student Reporter
September 14, 2023
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Greek Life organizations gathered to support their second annual Next Friday event

Greek Life Welcomes Football Season

Sarah Davis, News Editor
September 6, 2023
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(from left to right) Dr. Jamie Warner, Dr. Patricia Proctor, Dr. Montserrat Miller and Phoebe Patton Randolph at the Women's Equality Luncheon

Panelists Discuss Women’s Suffrage at Women’s Equality Luncheon

Sarah Davis, News Editor
September 1, 2023
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Dr. Jodie Penrod and Dr. Julia Spears

MyMU and Blackboard to Become Virtual Construction Zones

Sarah Davis, News Editor
August 31, 2023
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Marshall Celebrates 2023 Spring Commencement

Marshall Celebrates 2023 Spring Commencement

Sarah Davis, Staff Reporter
May 4, 2023
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Charles Hill Moffat Lecture Discusses Black Baseball History

Charles Hill Moffat Lecture Discusses Black Baseball History

Sarah Davis, Staff Reporter
April 13, 2023
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Alumni Create New Med School Scholarship

Sarah Davis, Staff Reporter
April 12, 2023
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Final Amicus Curiae Highlights Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln

Final Amicus Curiae Highlights Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln

Sarah Davis, Staff Reporter
April 10, 2023
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