News / September 3, 2026 Construction Near Elwood Olsen Stadium Brings Temporary Parking Changes to Campus

by Tayden VanPelt – Students and visitors returning to Morningside University this fall may notice construction and parking changes near Elwood Olsen Stadium. The construction is part of the Pulaski Drainage Improvement Project, which began in June and is expected to be completed by mid-September. Pulaski Park consists of 32 acres of recreational land made...

News / September 2, 2026 Meet Annette McNamara, Student Activities Coordinator on Campus

By Doreen Mshana – Morningside Activities Council (MAC) has a new face: Annette McNamara, the new student activities coordinator. Originally from Ackley, Iowa, McNamara spent years living across the country, with stops in California, the Lake of the Ozarks, and Nashville. She spent five years traveling 80,000 miles in a converted school bus while running...

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...

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Travelling to the US – 2021 Edition
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Travelling to the US – 2021 Edition

By Rena Ketelsen– Due to COVID-19, international freshmen had to overcome several obstacles on their way to their first year at Morningside. Closed embassies, delayed flights, and transcript processing issues due to labor shortages turned the adventure of going to the US into a struggle. The main problem that a lot of international freshmen ran…

Marvel highlights Asian cast in Shang-Chi
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Marvel highlights Asian cast in Shang-Chi

By Rena Ketelsen– Shang-Chi, directed by Destin Daniel Cratton, is part of the so-called fourth phase in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, or MCU for short. It follows a recent trend in Marvel movies and shows to have more representation and tackle controversial topics. Shang-Chi has a largely Asian cast, with Simu Liu playing the main character and…

Ways to Tackle Student Stress
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Ways to Tackle Student Stress

By Jadyn Steffen– With Morningside students being back on campus for about a month now, stress levels are slowly on the rise.  There has been plenty of chatter on campus about how students are already starting to stress out over juggling: assignments, tests, presentations, work, and, of course, a social life. So, the question is…

Check out the Farmer’s Market before season ends
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Check out the Farmer’s Market before season ends

By Kassidy Hart– As the weather begins to cool down and routines have set in, students will be looking for fun, weekend things to do in Sioux City. One of the hidden gems of the city is the Sioux City Farmer’s Market.  Located just west of the Tyson Events Center, the market is open every…

Student Government hosts gathering to remember 9/11
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Student Government hosts gathering to remember 9/11

By Kassidy Hart–To commemorate the twentieth anniversary of the 9/11 attacks on the US, Morningside Student Government held a gathering in remembrance of those who had fallen that tragic day. “It is important to remember we are all Americans and we all are bonded together in this country, no matter where we are in life….

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