Membership in the Marshall University Alumni Association provides a host of benefits to members while supporting Marshall University. Find a way to connect with members of the Marshall Family near and far, receive free career assistance, take a look at an old yearbook virtually, or assist the Office of Recruitment in their mission to recruit new students. With an annual donation to the Marshall University Foundation, Inc., alumni receive an active membership card to present at the retailers below to receive a discount.
Alumni Outreach Ambassador Program
The success of the Marshall University Office of Admissions Alumni Outreach Ambassador program depends on a network of volunteers serving in a variety of roles. This program has been established to assist the Marshall University Office of Admission in fulfilling its mission to support the recruitment and enrollment goals of Marshall University.
Chapters
New to town or can’t find any Marshall Alumni to watch the games with? We’ve got you covered. Our chapters offer great environments to watch the Herd play, connect with other Herd alumni locally, and the opportunity to make a difference in your new community.
Career Services
Alumni Association members can take advantage of the resources of the Office of Career Education for free. You can meet with career consultants, participate in career fairs, take part in on-campus interviews. Be sure to join their new job portal, Handshake, to explore career options or post openings for alumni.
Homecoming
Homecoming is a fun-filled event every year. Parades, floats, tailgates and more — there is something for everyone during homecoming. If you are looking for a great atmosphere and nostalgia, then homecoming weekend is your place.
Awards Banquet
Awards Banquet: Recognizing outstanding students and alumni with awards presented annually during our Alumni Weekend Celebration in April.
Marshall Magazine
The Huntington Quarterly provides active alumni a quarterly subscription to its Marshall Magazine.
Social Media Hub
Check out this great resource to connect on social media with multiple areas of campus including colleges, departments and organizations at Marshall.
Student Programs
The student programs around campus are a great way to enhance every Marshall student’s experience while promoting the university’s history and traditions.
Yearbooks
Reminisce on the past with old yearbooks, The Chief Justice. Thanks to the Marshall University Libraries, you can view digital versions of the yearbooks from 1904 to 1995.
Car Rentals
Don’t get stranded at the airport! Use the Marshall University Alumni discount to get you to your next destination. Pick from one of our several car rental partners including Alamo, AutoEurope, Avis, Budget Rentals, Hertz, National Car Rental and Payless Car Rental. The Marshall University Alumni Association is ready and willing to assist you on your travels.
Choice Hotels
Are you out of town on business or family vacation? Let our Marshall Alumni discount help you out. Visit one of our choice hotels to start saving today. Visit their website for a list of choice hotels you can choose from today!
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Go Next Travel
Update as of 03/30/2021: The ability to book reservations online is currently unavailable at the link above. Go Next agents are currently taking bookings over the phone at 800-842-9023.
Tired of the same ole’ scene? Let Go Next sweep you off your feet and whisk you away. Leave your troubles at home while your enjoy some rest and relaxation because let’s face it… You deserve it!
Hotel Bargain
Save on 60,000 hotels worldwide, as well as discounts on theme parks and museum tickets.
Hotel Storm
Enjoy huge hotel discounts worldwide. Whether it is business in San Francisco or a getaway in the Galagapos, Marshall alumni get the best rate on hotels. Just go to our Marshall portal and use the password “Marco”.
License Plates
Show your Marshall pride on the highways of your state in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia.
Travel Doctors
Follow the Herd wherever they go and let Travel Doctors plan your trip. Let’s pack up the Kelly Green clothes, noise makers and our Thunderstruck CD as we race across the country supporting our HERD! We are…Marshall!
Winterplace Ski Resort
Enjoy discounts to Winterplace Ski Resort, located in Ghent, West Virginia, near Beckley. Use the website above and login information below to purchase club passes for the 2019-2020 season.
Username: marshall-alumni Password: winterplace
If you experience any difficulty logging in or purchasing tickets, please contact our office at 304-696-2901 or by email at alumni@marshall.edu.
Insurance Programs
Herd Alum Perks Network
Alumni can enjoy discounts on rental cars, hotel stays, vacations, concerts and more! And if you are a business owner, feature your alumni business on our Perks network today!
Alumni can enjoy discounts on rental cars, hotel stays, vacations, concerts and more! And if you are a business owner, feature your alumni business on our Perks network today!
1-800 Flowers
Buy flowers for that special someone in your life and get a discount while doing it!
Amazon Smile
By shopping on smile.amazon.com and selecting The Marshall University Foundation Inc. as your charitable organization, with each purchase you make, 0.5% of your purchase price is donated to The Marshall University Foundation Inc. For more information about the Amazon Smile Program, go to smile.amazon.com/about.
Birds of a Feather Boutique
Ladies, are you tired of having the same outfit someone else has? Well Birds of a Feather will fix that. They offer the latest in ladies clothing at a reasonable price. Stop in today or visit them online. Show them your alumni card and receive and additional 10% off your purchase (in-store only).
Campus Bookstore
Collegiate Tartan offers high quality apparel and accessories for everyone to express their school affiliation with style and sophistication. The tartan is so specific in its colors and patter that it is registered with the International Tartan Registry in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Dell
Diploma Frames
Hometown Sportswear
Marshall Rec Center
Active members receive a discount on a Marshall University Rec Center Membership.
Marshall Hall of Fame Cafe
Receive a 10% discount on food, drinks (excluding alcoholic beverages) and merchandise at the Marshall Hall of Fame Cafe in Huntington, West Virginia, by presenting your Alumni Association card.
EBSCO Library Gateway Access
Search for academic, scholarly, and professional articles, studies, and more on Academic Search Alumni Edition and Business Source Alumni Edition. This benefit is available to all active members of the alumni association. The login information can be obtained by emailing us at alumni@marshall.edu.
Kaplan Test Prep
At Kaplan, they help students of all ages achieve their educational goals. Get help prepping for the LSAT, MCAT, GRE, GMAT, DAT or PCAT exams.
Transcript Request
Contact the registrar’s office to obtain copies of your academic transcript.
Tuition Reduction Program/Alumni Legacy Scholarship
Available to out-of-state applicants who are children or grandchildren of active Marshall University Alumni. For more information, visit the link above on Marshall’s Financial Aid website.
Support
With the support of people like you, students receive scholarships, new academic buildings are built, new programs are formed and Marshall continues to rise. To donate, visit https://give.marshall.edu.