Marshall University Foundation and Alumni Association

Marshall University Foundation and Alumni Association The official page for Marshall University philanthropy and alumni engagement.

Today marks the end of the first week of classes!🦬💚Here are some views from around campus as members of the Herd take th...
08/21/2026

Today marks the end of the first week of classes!🦬💚

Here are some views from around campus as members of the Herd take their first steps towards a successful fall semester.

Marshall University is excited to welcome home Joe Chrest, a 1986 graduate and star of the hit Netflix series “Stranger ...
08/17/2026

Marshall University is excited to welcome home Joe Chrest, a 1986 graduate and star of the hit Netflix series “Stranger Things,” who will serve as grand marshal for the university’s 2026 Homecoming activities the week of Sept. 21 through Sept. 26.

Highlighting his role as grand marshal, Chrest will lead the Homecoming parade at 6 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 25. The parade is part of a full week of activities for this year’s Homecoming, “’80s Echoes: Come Back Curious.” The theme honors Chrest’s years at Marshall and draws inspiration from the nostalgic world of 1980s mysteries, as often referenced in “Stranger Things.”

📰 Read more: https://www.formarshallu.org/2026/08/17/stranger-things-star-joe-chrest-named-2026-homecoming-grand-marshal-80s-mysteries-theme-announced/

Our students are back on campus and we couldn't be happier!🤘💚 We’re counting down the days until the start of fall semes...
08/12/2026

Our students are back on campus and we couldn't be happier!🤘💚

We’re counting down the days until the start of fall semester with Week of Welcome! Events are held all week, Aug. 11-15, as we welcome the newest members of the Herd, class of 2030!

To view the full schedule, visit https://www.marshall.edu/wow/

Three cheers for 90 years Marshall Artists Series! Tickets for this year’s season go on sale Monday, Aug. 24! This year’...
08/10/2026

Three cheers for 90 years Marshall Artists Series! Tickets for this year’s season go on sale Monday, Aug. 24!

This year’s season features guests like Graham Nash, Malcolm Gladwell, and a chance to see the Tony Award-winning musical, “Hadestown!”

As we celebrate this milestone, we’re looking back on some of our most memorable performances, dating all the way back to 1936! It all began on Sept. 15, when Marshall held a film presentation to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the founding of the college. Since then, the Marshall Artists Series has featured hundreds of musicians, comedians, speakers and stage productions, offering unforgettable experiences for students and community members of all ages!

Share some of your favorite performances with us below!

To learn more about the Marshall Artists Series, visit https://www.marshall.edu/muartistseries/ #/ or contact (304) 696-6656.

The Marshall University Foundation has announced a $25,000 gift toward the Campus Christian Center (CCC). The donor of t...
08/06/2026

The Marshall University Foundation has announced a $25,000 gift toward the Campus Christian Center (CCC). The donor of the gift wishes to remain anonymous.

The gift will be used to update the facility, specifically focusing on strengthening its campus visibility and inspiring hope, Kay Hensley said. Hensley currently runs the facility and serves as the office administrator. Prior to taking on her current role, she served as a volunteer with the center for over 12 years.

“As much as people know where campus is, it’s surprising how many people don’t know that our building is right there,” Hensley said. “We are trying to emphasize the lighthouse theme. We are hoping to put up a window mural of a lighthouse so people can recognize us on campus.”

The CCC came to Huntington in 1958, officially opening its doors to the public in 1960 during a time of university-wide expansion. Since then, the CCC has cultivated a student-led mission, aiming to be a beacon of light for Marshall University.

📰Read more: https://www.formarshallu.org/2026/08/06/25000-gift-to-campus-christian-center-inspires-campus-visibility/

Visit the CCC's website: https://www.campuschristiancenter.org/
Donate to the CCC: https://give.marshall.edu/project/26398/donate?des_id=154710

Join us and the Big Green Scholarship Foundation as Marshall faces Penn State on Sept. 5 for the ultimate pregame celebr...
08/05/2026

Join us and the Big Green Scholarship Foundation as Marshall faces Penn State on Sept. 5 for the ultimate pregame celebration! Gather with fellow Marshall fans, enjoy great food, and get ready to cheer on the Herd!

🕧 Tailgate: 12:30-2:30 p.m.
📍 Bryce Jordan Center
💲 Tailgate tickets: $50 per person
🏈 Kickoff: 3:30 p.m. (Beaver Stadium)
📅 RSVP by Aug. 28

RSVP here: https://herdtickets.evenue.net/www/ev_marshall/ss/ev/SpecialEvent?specialEvent=PSUT&siteId=ev_marshall&locale=en_US&linkID=marshall

Join us this evening as the Foundation hosts its last Virtual Fireside Chat of the summer! In this new series, we’re inv...
07/16/2026

Join us this evening as the Foundation hosts its last Virtual Fireside Chat of the summer!

In this new series, we’re inviting Marshall donors, alumni, supporters and friends to connect directly with university leadership and discover new ways to get involved on campus. This Virtual Fireside Chat will feature Marshall University President Brad D. Smith and Vice President and Director of Athletics Gerald Harrison as they provide updates about Marshall University Athletics!

We hope to see you there, Marshall family!

To register: 18f76bd2-24ad-4b9e-ba25-04e74424e56d@239ab278-3bba-4c78-b41d-8508a541e025" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/18f76bd2-24ad-4b9e-ba25-04e74424e56d@239ab278-3bba-4c78-b41d-8508a541e025

Together, the Herd has the power to change lives. Join us in creating a lasting impact for our students! Starting July 1...
07/15/2026

Together, the Herd has the power to change lives. Join us in creating a lasting impact for our students!

Starting July 1, the Marshall University Alumni Association launched a brand-new Alumni Chapter Match crowdfunding campaign in support of the Marshall For All program! Each donation given throughout the duration of the crowdfunding campaign will be generously matched by President Brad D. Smith and First Lady Alys Smith! The initiative will run through June 30, 2027.

Double the gift. Double the impact.

To make a gift in support of our alumni chapters, visit https://give.marshall.edu/g/alumnichaptermatch

To learn more about the Marshall For All program, visit marshallforall.org

Join us Thursday, July 16, as the Foundation hosts its last Virtual Fireside Chat of the summer!In this new series, we’r...
07/13/2026

Join us Thursday, July 16, as the Foundation hosts its last Virtual Fireside Chat of the summer!

In this new series, we’re inviting Marshall donors, alumni, supporters and friends to connect directly with university leadership and discover new ways to get involved on campus. This Virtual Fireside Chat will feature Marshall University President Brad D. Smith and Vice President and Director of Athletics Gerald Harrison as they provide updates about Marshall Athletics.

To register: 18f76bd2-24ad-4b9e-ba25-04e74424e56d@239ab278-3bba-4c78-b41d-8508a541e025" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/18f76bd2-24ad-4b9e-ba25-04e74424e56d@239ab278-3bba-4c78-b41d-8508a541e025

A good adventure is a memory worth sharing, and we want to hear all about it! Share your favorite travel memories wearin...
07/06/2026

A good adventure is a memory worth sharing, and we want to hear all about it!

Share your favorite travel memories wearing your Marshall University gear for a chance to be featured!

Safe travels, Marshall family!

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