News / February 18, 2025 President’s Opening Remarks Draw Controversy

By Jaden Carney – On Tuesday, January 28, 2025, Morningside University Student Body President Greg Clark started the Student Government meeting held in the Olsen Student Center at 7:00 p.m. In his opening remarks, Clark’s theme was commitment. The story discussed, as Clark’s example, was of Hernán Cortés, the Spanish Conquistador, and his desire to...

News / February 6, 2025 Get Involved: WOO and Peer Mentors Recruiting for Next Year

By Jaden Carney – Ways students can gain leadership experience on campus are to become members of the Welcome Orientation Organizers, otherwise known as the infamous WOO Crew, or to get involved as Peer Mentors. WOO Crew Members are required to meet students and establish initial communication with them. Tasha Goodvin, Associate Vice President for...

News / January 30, 2025 New Towing Signs at Lewis Hall Spark Parking Concerns Among Students

By Katie Miller – New towing signs in front of Lewis Hall have caught the attention of Morningside University students, raising concerns over parking availability and enforcement. The signs reinforce existing parking regulations, designating certain spots exclusively for guests. Director of Safety and Security Brett Lyon clarifies towing signs in front of Lewis Hall are...

News / January 28, 2025 Cafeteria Controversy Triggers Gossip on Campus

By Katie Miller — Changes in portion sizes in the Morningside cafeteria have sparked frustration among some students, as many feel they are not receiving enough food to satisfy their hunger. Previously, the cafeteria offered unlimited plate servings, but has now shifted to more controlled servings, leading students to express their concerns.  The recent change...

News / January 23, 2025 RA Applications now OPEN!!

By Jaden Carney — Looking to take your leadership skills to the next level? At Morningside students often get involved in clubs and activities that are generally of interest to them. There are many opportunities ranging from: joining a new club or to growing your leadership skills, and one way to do that is by...

News / December 4, 2024 Morningside’s Stangsgiving Event Draws Praise

By Gabriel Ruiz – Stangsgiving is Morningside University’s annual event where students, staff, and faculty join for a Thanksgiving meal. It provides the campus at large with an opportunity to come together and share a meal as well as look back on the year as we move forward into the holiday season.  Students were eager...

News / November 25, 2024 Be More Chill Cast Announced!

Y’all keep your chill. The cast list for Morningside’s production of Be More Chill has been announced. Directed by Taylor Clemens with music direction by Shannon Salyards Burton, Be More Chill follows an anxious social outcast, Jeremy Heere (Ben Feeken), as he attempts to navigate the pressures of high school social life alongside his laid...

News / November 4, 2024 Struck gets 100th win

by Mia Wenzel–The men’s tennis team won 6-1 over Mount Marty Oct. 16, giving Coach Alex Struck his 100th win. The men’s fall season ended undefeated 3-0. The women’s tennis team added another win, making the fall season an undefeated 4-0. The Mustangs won against Mount Marty by a score of 5-2.  “I’m humbled and...

Arts & Entertainment, News / October 24, 2024 CODA Awards Close with Homecoming Concert

By Gabriel Ruiz – This year’s CODA Award recognized Paul Adamson, Kathryn March, and bill russell during the Homecoming Concert on October 11, 2024. Hosted by Dean of Visual and Performing Arts Heath Weber, these individuals were celebrated for their achievements and impact within the arts field.  This marks the second year that the CODA...

Arts & Entertainment, Morningside People, News / October 20, 2024 Dr. Kati Meyer to return for Humanities Speaker Series

Dr. Kati Meyer, a former Morningside University professor and current visiting professor at the University of Iowa, will make her return on Oct. 29 to be the speaker of the Morningside Humanities Speaker Series. The event will be Tuesday, Oct. 29, at 7 p.m., inside the UPS Auditorium at the Lincoln Center. The lecture is...

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Morningside Responds to Coronavirus Concern
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Morningside Responds to Coronavirus Concern

by Abby Koch–With coronavirus spreading around the world and rising in death toll, Morningside administration has taken action to protect students who are traveling. Morningside is taking necessary precautions for their traveling abroad students and students who intend to travel during spring break.  First concerns were directed to students in Italy for the semester abroad…

‘Caf food on the go
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‘Caf food on the go

by Iandra Estupinian– It’s Thursday morning and you’re trying your best to pay attention to the professor, but your eyes search for the time on your laptop- it’s 11:30 am. Lunchtime. You turn back to look at the professor and the board but now all you’re thinking about is that Thursdays are Chicken Wrap Day….

The Plex to hold open house
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The Plex to hold open house

by Iandra Estupinian– In a land far, far away…there stood Morningside’s third residence hall, the Plex. In reality, not many Morningsiders know about the Residence Complex (a.k.a. the Plex). Because of this, Residence Life has decided to create the first-ever Plex Open House to increase awareness about the residence hall. “The reason for the open…

Coody opens Humanities Series
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Coody opens Humanities Series

by Mari Pizzini–Dr. Elizabeth Coody brought pop culture to The Bible in Morningside College’s inaugural Humanities Speaker Series Tuesday, Feb. 18. The Assistant Professor of Religious Studies spoke o the connections between DC Comics’ Wonder Woman and Harley Quinn, and Mary Magdalene. Dr. Coody’s expertise is in biblical interpretation and pop culture. She used this…

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Students ‘Breakthrough’ in new group

by Hailey Barrus– There are more opportunities to get involved in Morningside College’s ministry this year at Breakthrough, a student led worship night. This organization just started up this year and is a new way for Christian college students to gather in prayer, worship, and to have a strong outlet for their faith. Senior, Kevin…

Sunnybrook hosts ‘Night to Shine’
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Sunnybrook hosts ‘Night to Shine’

by Hailey Barrus– On February 8, Sunnybrook Community Church hosted its annual Tim Tebow’s Night to Shine, giving Morningside students the opportunity to volunteer as ‘buddies’ for the special needs prom. There were dozens of Morningside students that had the opportunity to be part of this special night, including the men’s and women’s basketball teams….

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