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Sunday 23 February 2025

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...

First Family Fest turnout ‘awesome’

by Chaise Pfanstiel–Morningside University had a multitude of events happening on campus this past Saturday, Oct. 21, between a football game, two volleyball games, a swim meet, and choir and band concerts. To add more to that, the Student Government planned a new event called Morningside Family Fest, with the goal being to find a…

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Debating NIL and its benefits

by Dayne Davis–As of July 1, 2021, all NCAA and college athletes are able to monetize their NIL (Name Image Likeness). What does this mean for the future of college sports, and does this have an effect on small school athletes like Morningside University? Alumni and former Mustang football players Seth Sheppard and AP Ponder,…

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Costs, benefits of subscription entertainment

by Isabel Ter Weeme–During their free moments, students enjoy streaming their favorite movies and TV shows. These days there are many options to choose from. But with the rise of streaming platforms, the internet is now full of different shows and movies for everyone. There are many streaming services to choose from, offering everything from…

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High gas prices hit all Mustangs, not just commuters

by Mandi De Jongh–As gas prices increase, students at Morningside University are being adversely impacted. Students who commute from home are paying a lot more for gas than what they were originally planning. Not only does it affect students who commute, it also affects those living on campus. Students travel to sporting events off campus,…

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Confused by cars; Lost in America

by Diego Setton–Sioux city is clearly designed for cars, but is there any real alternative for those who aren’t able to afford one? “Living in Sioux City is difficult as it’s a city made for cars and everywhere you need to go is 5 to 10 minutes driving, but it takes an hour to walk,”…

Morningside People, News

Morningside names Homecoming royalty

by Chaise Pfanstiel–As homecoming weekend approaches, and activities take part throughout the week, Morningside University takes pride in announcing its homecoming king and queen. This year’s Homecoming royalty are K.J Williams and Hannah Harris. Harris said, “Before the ceremony I was excited and happy to be there with fellow seniors who I have known throughout…