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A SPORTS FAN’S DREAM:How one Marshall student found her home with the Thundering Herd

Sydney Shelton came to Marshall University two years ago excited for game day and now works in the press box.

Welcome to orientation here at Marshall University. Two years ago, I stood where you do today. I signed up for classes, I took my picture for my student ID (yikes) and I could not wait for summer to pass by so that I could come back to Huntington.

Two years ago, I was blown away by the support of strangers who helped welcome me into a place that was new to me. After orientation, I had the special privilege to check out the Joan C.