(1.19.2017) By Lindsey Smith — Morningside College students’ passion for creative expression led to a moderately strong turnout at Open Mic Night in Buck’s café on campus Wednesday night. Three students—two freshmen and a junior—stepped up to the mic to sing and perform original works in the crowded room. The smell of fried mozzarella sticks…

(1.10.17) By Jaclyn Arens–Morningside students have are dealing with icy and cold conditions as they migrate back to campus after a long break. Most students are excited to come back to school, however. Emily Houlsworth says, “I love coming back because I get to see all my friends again, and starting a new semester is…

(12.6.16) By Jaden Lux–It’s a question many young adults wonder about when they get the tattoo bug: Will getting that work of art done affect the potential for getting hired? According to professionals at Morningside, it depends. David Elder, an associate professor of writing and rhetoric, gives his thoughts. “I don’t think there is anything…

 (12.6.16) By Blake Meacham–Over the past few years, the United States has experienced an uprising of a new sport. This sport isn’t played on a court or a field, and it doesn’t use bats or balls or nets. Rather, it’s played in a room of any size, and the equipment used to compete is a…

(12.2.16) By Jaden Lux–Christmas At Morningside is here again, bringing that same well-known holiday charm to the community tonight in Eppley Auditorium. Students, community members, faculty, and staff are all preparing for what one student says is the most special Christmas At Morningside yet. “Christmas At Morningside is special because of the individuals who are…

(11.21.16) By Alyssa Nehring–Each department at Morningside takes a great interest in exposing students to different experiences that expand their knowledge of life after the degree. Recently, three different departments on campus–the business, art, and biology/chemistry departments–extended various opportunities for students to step out in the real world. The art department traveled to Seattle during…