Alumni Benefits

ALUMNI 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.

ALUMNI AWARDS

Nominate an outstanding individual for an alumni awards to be presented during the annual Alumni Awards Banquet in April.

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.

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 community.

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.

MARSHALL MAGAZINE

The Huntington Quarterly provides active alumni a subscription to its Marshall Magazine.

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.

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.

ALUMNI LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP

This program provides a tuition scholarship waiver to offset the cost of non-resident tuition to first-time freshmen whose parent or grandparent graduated from Marshall University. In addition, the student must meet the following criteria:

• Non-resident status
• Full-time enrollment
• Meet minimum ACT/SAT scores and H.S. GPA

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.

TRANSCRIPT REQUEST

Click on the link above or contact the registrar’s office to obtain copies of your academic transcript.

LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE

A Message from Liberty Mutual Insurance

Benefits and savings, just for Marshall alumni! Marshall University Alumni Association has partnered with Liberty Mutual so you could qualify for special savings on customized auto and home insurance.¹ And with benefits such as Multi-Car Discount¹, Violation-Free Discount¹, and 24-Hour Claims Assistance, you’ll only pay for what you need. Call (855) 640-7187 or visit Liberty Mutual to learn more or get a free quote.

¹Discounts and savings are available where state laws and regulations allow and may vary by state. Certain discounts apply to specific coverages only. To the extent permitted by law, applicants are individually underwritten; not all applicants may qualify. Coverage provided and underwritten by Liberty Mutual Insurance Company or its affiliates or subsidiaries, 175 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116.

PERKSCONNECT ALUMNI NETWORK

It’s free, just for being Marshall Alumni. It’s alumni such as yourself that make our success possible. We want to express our appreciation for Herd Alums across the nation by bringing to you and yours this exciting benefit filled with everyday discount offerings both in your community and across the nation.

With Herd Perks, you’ll enjoy exclusive savings including:

• Local & National Discounts – Get 2-for-1 deals, 50% off coupons, and big savings from top brands and local favorites
• Entertainment Deals – Score unbeatable discounts on sport events, concerts and theater performances
• Travel Savings – Save up to 70% on flights, hotels, car rentals, parks and tickets
• Special Insurance Rates – Get discounts on auto, home, pet insurance and more

1-800-FLOWERS

Buy flowers for that special someone in your life and get a discount while doing it! Use the code HERDALUM20 to receive 20% off your flower purchase.

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.

CAMPUS BOOKSTORE

The next time you are on campus, visit the Marshall University Bookstore and receive 10% off your purchase as an active member of the Marshall University Alumni Association.

COLLEGIATE TARTAN

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 pattern that it is registered with the International Tartan Registry in Edinburgh, Scotland.

DELL

Shop for the latest technology at a special rate for Marshall Alumni.

DIPLOMA FRAMES

Check out diploma frames exclusively for Marshall Alumni at the link above. Perfect to display in your home or office.

MARSHALL REC CENTER

Active members receive a discount on a Marshall University Rec Center Membership.

CAR RENTALS

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

On your next getaway, book your car rental with Enterprise for a reduced rate. Reference your Account Number: 68C5247 when making a rental reservation and your profile information will automatically be loaded into the rental. This Account Number is for both personal and non-billing rentals. Your PIN number is: HER.

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!

LICENSE PLATES

Show your Marshall pride on the highways of your state in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia, and coming soon Ohio!

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!

QUESTIONS?

Contact the Office of Alumni Relations anytime at alumni@marshall.edu or reach out to us via our contact us page.