Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon
Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon
Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon
Xena Bunton

Xena Bunton

She/Her

Xena Bunton is a multi-media major from the small village of Oak Hill, Ohio. Xena enjoys the entertainment world of journalism as well as educational content, especially when the two crash together. She is passionate about using her own voice to allow others to be heard. After graduation, she plans on working with a media company that allows her to participate in the combined content she yearns for.

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My Time is up: A farewell by Xena Bunton

My Time is up: A farewell by Xena Bunton

Xena Bunton, Executive Editor
December 1, 2021
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Play of the Game: Squirrel Goes the Distance

Play of the Game: Squirrel Goes the Distance

Xena Bunton, Executive Editor
November 2, 2021
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The statue, created by Huntington Native and Marshall graduate Frederick Hightower Sr., is a nearly eight-foot-tall bronze figure of Greer in his number 16 Marshall jersey. | Richard Crank

Marshall Honors Hal Greer with Statue

Xena Bunton, Executive Editor
October 9, 2021
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Booky Call (boo-kee kaal) provides potential book matches based on the preferences set in the readers profile with swiping functions seen on dating apps. | Booky Call

New App Helps You Book A Date

Xena Bunton, Executive Editor
October 4, 2021
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The mural was created by Baleigh Epperly, eight current members, Marshall alumnae and former vice president Abi Taylor. | Baleigh Epperly

Mural Protests the Petrochemical Industry in West Virginia

Xena Bunton, Executive Editor
September 23, 2021
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Rest of The West (Virginia): Tudor's Biscuit World

Rest of The West (Virginia): Tudor’s Biscuit World

Xena Bunton, Executive Editor
September 22, 2021
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Rest of the West (Virginia): Pepperoni Rolls

Rest of the West (Virginia): Pepperoni Rolls

Xena Bunton, Executive Editor
September 6, 2021
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Kevin Gilmore practicing as Marshall University running back, 1970. | Photo Courtesy of Anita and John Gilmore.

“Marshall” Connects Family to Precious Memories

Xena Bunton, Managing Editor
July 29, 2021
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Timothy Bryan (left) and Shayna Chapman (right) share presentations in Small Business Webinar Series. 

Webinar Series Recommends Remote Working After the Pandemic

Xena Bunton, Managing Editor
July 1, 2021
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Filmanatix staff shooting a project in April 2021 with a Flycam Galaxy Vest and Canon C500 m2.

New Commercial Invites Marshall Students to Represent the University

Xena Bunton, Managing Editor
June 23, 2021
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Editor Picks: Podcasts

Brittany Hively, Xena Bunton, Isabella Robinson, and Abby Hanlon
June 15, 2021
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Tiffanie Nichole (right) takes photo with client (left) at a small business event. | Tiffanie Nichole

Dallas Small Business “Bombs” 50 States, West Virginia 49th

Xena Bunton, Managing Editor
June 8, 2021
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Bunton in spring 2019 after orientation event (left) and summer 2021 (right) one semester left before graduation.

5 Impactful Tips for your Successful College Career

Xena Bunton, Managing Editor
June 1, 2021
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Get Involved and Explore: Editor’s Picks

Brittany Hively, Xena Bunton, Isabella Robinson, and Abby Hanlon
June 1, 2021
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As a co-founder, Martin received the Power of Performance Award in 2020 at the Small Communities, Big Solutions Conference in South Charleston. She was recognized as someone who is “revitalizing communities” in West Virginia. | Michelle Martin

Kayak Crew Breaking West Virginia Habits

Xena Bunton, Managing Editor
June 1, 2021
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Over a million Facebook users virtually gather to "shame" strangers, celebrities and their friends.

The Shame Request: The Rise of Adult Cyber-Bullies

Xena Bunton, Features Editor
April 29, 2021
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Earth Day 2021: Get involved

Earth Day 2021: Get involved

Xena Bunton, Feature Editor
April 20, 2021
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Sustainability club founder and president, Baleigh Epperly, organized conversations with sustainability department manager, Amy Parsons-White, and two Ohio Valley Environmental Coalition volunteers, Randi Pokladnik and Alex Cole.

Sustainability Club Panel Discusses Plastic Industry

Xena Bunton, Feature Editor
April 20, 2021
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Dear Parthenon is an advice column where readers send in their questions.

Dear Parthenon

Xena Bunton and Carter Truman
April 13, 2021
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Dear Parthenon is an advice column where readers send in their questions.

Dear Parthenon

Xena Bunton and Carter Truman
April 6, 2021
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Man steps on top of mountain at Seneca Rocks, West Virginia. | Photo courtesy of Austin O'Connor (@Oco_photo)

Mountain Mama’s Sustainable Climb

Xena Bunton, Feature Editor
March 30, 2021
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Dear Parthenon is an advice column where readers send in their questions.

Dear Parthenon

Xena Bunton and Carter Truman
March 23, 2021
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Epperly standing next to her sustainability art project on the second floor of Drinko Library.

Town Meeting Provides Sustainability Updates for Cabell County

Xena Bunton, Features Editor
March 2, 2021
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Joelle Williams during a diving competition. | Photo Courtesy of MU Athletics

Marshall Diver Receives Diversity in Aquatics Award

Xena Bunton, Reporter
March 2, 2021
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Rotaract Club Collects Donations for Quarantined Students 

Rotaract Club Collects Donations for Quarantined Students 

Xena Bunton, Life Editor
February 9, 2021
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Courtesy of Sustainability Club

Marshall Signs Plastic-Free Pledge

Xena Bunton, Features Editor
February 2, 2021
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History Professor Launches COVID-19 Podcast

History Professor Launches COVID-19 Podcast

Xena Bunton, Features Reporter
January 26, 2021
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Full Circle Gifts and Goods (from their Facebook), Noelle and Scott Horsfield (owners) are pictured.

Full Circle Remains Closed During Holiday Season

Xena Bunton, Reporter
December 4, 2020
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Fire Chief Honors 75 with Memorial Fountain Tattoo

Fire Chief Honors 75 with Memorial Fountain Tattoo

Xena Bunton, Reporter
November 17, 2020
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Students, Staff take Social Media Survey About Semester

Xena Bunton, Reporter
November 17, 2020
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The memorial fountain, created by Harry Bertoia, honors the 75 lives that were lost.

Abstract Memorial Continues to Memorialize Plane Crash

Xena Bunton, Reporter
November 10, 2020
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Award-Winning Author, Expert Explores Imposter Syndrome in Students

Award-Winning Author, Expert Explores Imposter Syndrome in Students

Xena Bunton, Reporter
November 10, 2020
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Panelists Discuss Career Paths, Workplace Discrimination in STEM Fields

Xena Bunton, Reporter
November 10, 2020
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Drive-Thru Drag Show

Xena Bunton, Reporter
November 3, 2020
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Senior visual art and design major, Madelyn Hill’s contribution to the installment.

‘Silver Lining’ Works Promote Stress-Free Campus

Xena Bunton, Reporter
October 27, 2020
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A-Slay-ing Grace Supports LGBTQ+ Community

Xena Bunton, Reporter
October 27, 2020
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Marshall's sustainability club gathers trash from residence halls.

Students, Faculty Demand Single-Use Product Ban

Xena Bunton, Reporter
October 20, 2020
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Marshall Students, Faculty Celebrate World Mental Health Day

Marshall Students, Faculty Celebrate World Mental Health Day

Xena Bunton, Reporter
October 13, 2020
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IT Encourages Students, Faculty to Protect Personal Devices

IT Encourages Students, Faculty to Protect Personal Devices

Xena Bunton, Reporter
October 13, 2020
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Record-Breaking ‘Maximum Capacity’ Exhibit on Display

Record-Breaking ‘Maximum Capacity’ Exhibit on Display

Xena Bunton, Reporter
October 6, 2020
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Max poses in front of the Memorial Fountain.

Celebrity Canine Supports Marshall

Xena Bunton, Reporter
October 6, 2020
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Students can check out a variety of banned books from Drinko Library.

Marshall Libraries Offer Banned Books

Xena Bunton, Reporter
September 29, 2020
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Red flags cover MSC Triangle Field.

Red Flag Campaign Brings Awareness

Xena Bunton, Reporter
September 26, 2020
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Listening, Language, Learning Lab Highlights Deaf Awareness Month

Xena Bunton, Reporter
September 22, 2020
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Marshall Vintage Blows up on Social Media

Marshall Vintage Blows up on Social Media

Xena Bunton, Reporter
September 22, 2020
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Shakespeare Reimagined: Women during COVID-19

Shakespeare Reimagined: Women during COVID-19

Xena Bunton, Reporter
September 15, 2020
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Counseling Center Providing Suicide Prevention Training

Xena Bunton, Reporter
September 15, 2020
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Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center, all known as the Playhouse.

Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center Lights up for RESTART

Xena Bunton, Reporter
September 8, 2020
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Athletic Department Limits Band Attendance for Football

Xena Bunton, Reporter
September 8, 2020
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