Editorials

Sunday 5 April 2020

Editorials / March 31, 2020 What COVID-19 has taken

by Abby Koch–I believe it is fair to say the entire Morningside campus is in mourning. It doesn’t matter if you are a student, staff, or faculty member, COVID-19 has probably taken something from you. Our entire way of life and schedules at Morningside have been shaken to the core by a stupid virus. I...

Editorials, Sports / December 19, 2019 From the Box: A Reflection on Four Years of Broadcasting Morningside Football

by Steven Cutler--Let me just start by saying, I am a sports geek. I came to Morningside College in the fall of 2016 so I could become a sports broadcaster. Going in to college, I didn’t know I would be as invested in a team as I was to my favorite pro and college teams. This changed when I started covering Morningside Football for the student radio on September 3rd, 2016.

Editorials / November 12, 2019 Rack it: the mess of HPER center

by Abby Koch–Working out is pretty simple in a weight room. First you choose what equipment you will need for your work out, possibly put some plates on the equipment, and get your reps in. When you’re done, you put away the items you used in the proper place. Hindman-Hobbs Center (HPER) gym goers don’t...

Editorials / September 25, 2019 From Home Life to College Life

by Mari Pizzini-The decision to attend college is life-changing and often terrifying. Transitioning into college life is said to be one of life’s hardest changes. Moving away from home, getting to know new people, and experiencing greater responsibility all affect the college transition. As the 2019-2020 school year has begun, freshmen are settling into life...

Editorials / May 7, 2019 A Trip to the Market

By Iandra Estupinian–The Sioux City Farmers Market season has come again, starting May 1st and ending October 27. Conveniently located just past the Tyson Events Center in downtown Sioux City, you can find many friendly vendors selling fresh and organic goodies. The Farmers Market is open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8:00 am to 1:00...

Editorials / May 7, 2019 An Unlikely Hobby: Thrift Shopping

By Tracie Tuttle–Second-hand shopping is a necessity for many people, especially college students or people on a budget. You can often find some really great deals on almost anything, from clothing to cookware to decoration for next year’s dorm or apartment. There are several reasons why second-hand shopping could be your next hobby. Hunting for...

Editorials / April 25, 2019 The Power of No

By Abby Koch–Saying no to activities is a hard thing to do in college. There are so many opportunities that a person can choose from, but joining too many things can become overwhelming for a full-time college student. Learning how to say no is a necessary skill. If you were like me going through high...

Editorials, Features / April 14, 2019 Sun Tan City: ‘Free’ isn’t free

By Grace Nordquist–From Sunday, March 31-Wednesday, April 3, Sun Tan City offered free spray tans to anyone who visited the website and claimed their offer. All you had to do was simply fill out your information, and either receive a text or an email. They claimed customers would be on their way “to achieving that...

Arts & Entertainment, Editorials / February 12, 2019 Netflix Losing College Students Over Rising Prices

By Iandra Estupinian–As of 2019, the famous streaming service, Netflix, has raised its prices for new and current members. Netflix raised the prices roughly by two to three dollars making its highest-paying service $15.99 and its lowest $8.99. Netflix has explained to its members that the increased pricing is due to the company needing more...

Arts & Entertainment, Editorials / January 27, 2019 Art Show Superstar

By Abby Koch–She zigs! She zags! This girl is making moves that we can’t even handle! And just like that, this girl has created the perfect masterpiece! Oh, the inspiration from the Bauhaus movement! Artists don’t exactly make the most exciting plays when it comes to creating art. Our moves come in the form of cursing...

What COVID-19 has taken

Editorials, Sports

From the Box: A Reflection on Four Years of Broadcasting Morningside Football

by Steven Cutler–Let me just start by saying, I am a sports geek. I came to Morningside College in the fall of 2016 so I could become a sports broadcaster. Going in to college, I didn’t know I would be as invested in a team as I was to my favorite pro and college teams. This changed when I started covering Morningside Football for the student radio on September 3rd, 2016.