News / April 20, 2026 Under the Radar: Morningside University’s Overlooked Teams

By Gabe Schreck – When people think of college athletics, sports like football, basketball, and volleyball often dominate the conversation. At Morningside University, however, some of the most dedicated athletes and successful teams often fly under the radar. Sports like bowling, golf, swimming, cheer, and e-sports may not always fill bleachers or make headlines, but...

Campus Life, News, Photo, Sports / April 15, 2026 From Risk to Reward: Mustangs Crowned National Champions in Historic NCA Debut

By Jesus Flores  Just months ago, the Morningside University cheer team made a choice that many considered a gamble: leaving the comfort of the NAIA to compete on the biggest stage in cheerleading. This past weekend, that gamble gained them a national title.  The Mustangs are officially the NCA National Champions for the Intermediate Small...

News / March 28, 2026 Who Really Deserved the Oscar? Morningside Students Sound Off

By Gabriel Schreck – As awards season wrapped up in Hollywood with the Oscars taking place earlier this month, students at Morningside University had their own say in who they believe should have taken home the acting honors. In a campus-wide poll conducted by Campus Media, students voted on their picks for this year’s top...

Campus Life, News, Photo / March 27, 2026 New Logo on the Lawn

By Leslie Werden – Some of you have likely noticed a new logo on campus and are wondering, what is that? Where did it come from? Well, we have some early answers for you. According to Stacie Hays, VP of University Engagement, Heath Weber (Dean of Fine Arts) and Jason Reynoldson (Assistant VP of Facilities)...

Campus Life, News, Sports / March 9, 2026 From NAIA To NCA: The Risk That Could Redefine Mustang Cheer 

By Jesus Flores – The Mustangs cheer team were coming off one of the strongest years in program history, finishing in the top three in the GPAC and earning their place among the top teams. The team’s culture has elevated, alongside their confidence.  When they announced they would be leaving the NAIA competition to join...

Culture, Morningside People, News / February 26, 2026 How Living on Campus Shapes the College Experience

By Maron Guimarães – At Morningside, living on campus connects academics, athletics, and social life in one space. You see the same people in class, in the dorms, at games, and at events. That consistency builds partnership and comfort. Over time, campus stops feeling like just a place you attend, it becomes a place you...

News, Sports / February 23, 2026 Spring Sports Media Day Recap

By Gabriel Schreck — As spring approaches, Morningside’s sports programs are entering their seasons with confidence built on growth, depth, and strong team culture. Across every sport, both coaches and athletes emphasized preparation, belief in one another, and continued improvement. Men’s & Women’s Golf:  Head coach Nick Wanderscheid highlighted progress across both programs, noting that...

Campus Life, Culture, Morningside People, News, Opinion / February 18, 2026 Small Campuses Build Strong Communities

 By Maron Guimarães – Small campuses, like Morningside University, offer something bigger than many large universities aren’t able to: an intimate sense of belonging. Here on our campus, the size, even simply in acreage, can play a big role in helping students feel connected. We walk shorter distances but still tell big stories, we meet...

News, Sports / January 30, 2026 Midseason Checkup: Can Morningside Basketball make a tournament run?

By Gabriel Schreck – With roughly three-quarters of the season complete, the Morningside men’s and women’s basketball teams are beginning to establish their direction heading into postseason play. The men currently sit at 15–5 overall and 12–1 in GPAC play, while the women hold an 11–10 overall record and are 6–9 in conference action. Much...

News, Sports / January 30, 2026 Inside MSide Track & Field: Head Coach Frank Wallace, Keeping it Real 

By Lynx Gregoire – Head Track & Field Coach Frank Wallace describes his team’s culture as “fun–but not normal fun.” It’s a culture built on working hard, grinding together, and pushing through challenges as a unit.  The team’s goals this season include moving up in the conference, but more importantly, becoming the best version of...

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Student Government hosts Spring Formal

By Jazmine Dirks ~ Spring Formal is tomorrow night, and the excitement is already pulsating throughout campus. Student Government is hosting their annual Spring Formal, and at a recent meeting Andrew Pflipsen, a faculty member who oversees Student Government here at Morningside, made it clear of what this event meant to the organization as well…

Intramural volleyball reaches final week
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Intramural volleyball reaches final week

By Jazmine Dirks ~ Intramural athletics have always been a huge part of student life around Morningside. Sports such as basketball, dodge-ball, volleyball, kickball, and more are played throughout the year in the Hindman-Hobbs Center. Typically the games start around 9:30pm when the recreation center is closing. Students are given the opportunity to come up…

One Day Without Shoes
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One Day Without Shoes

By Sarah Davy ~ TOMS is an international shoe company that was founded in 2006 by American traveler Blake Mycoskie. He discovered that in Argentina, the children had no shoes to protect their feet. He wanted to help, so he created the shoe company called TOMS Shoes, a company that matches every pair of shoes…

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Sioux City is hopeful in the “Blue Zone”

By Brittany Conolly~ Sioux City is in the running to become a Blue Zone. With students from Morningside lending a helping hand, Sioux City could become one of the top ten communities to become one of the nationwide Blue Zones. In 2011 Governor Terry Branstad called to action a plan for a healthier Iowa. This…

Palmer Symposium Session Winners
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Palmer Symposium Session Winners

2012 Palmer Undergraduate Research Symposium Session Winners (Panels are not judged) Oral Sessions Oral Session I (8:00-9:00): Tanner Ferguson, Mariah Stauffer, & Nathaniel Drees  – Staphylococcus aureus Resistance to Basteriophage Oral Session II (8:00-9:00): Rachel Penning, Tavis Hanson, & Jennifer Ranek – Plinko: More Than Just a Game Oral Session III (8:00-9:00): Garth Hamilton –…

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Golf team fundraiser is a hole in one!

By Sarah Davy ~ On Saturday March 24th, the golf teams put on their first annual pancake breakfast feed. It was held in the Yockey room and was definitely a success. Everyone worked together to cook and serve the food on the spot. Coach Todd Sapp said, “It was a great bonding experience for the…

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