The Parthenon is the independent student newspaper of Marshall University based in Huntington, West Virginia.

It is produced by student editors who are responsible for the news and editorial content.The Parthenon consistently wins awards from the West Virginia Press Association and the Society of Professional Journalists.

During the regular academic year, many of the stories printed in the paper are written by students taking reporting classes thus earning students the clippings to build a professional portfolio for internships and job interviews.

"[4] The Parthenon currently has sections in news, sports - covering all Marshall University athletics, life, and opinion.

The decision received considerable backlash and coverage both nationally and on Marshall's campus and the surrounding community.