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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Dance and Cheer Excel at GPAC Competition

By Lindsay Martin–Saturday, February 8th, the Morningside competition cheer team and dance team performed at the first annual GPAC invitational. In the cheer stunting division, Morningside placed 2nd, losing to the co-ed cheer squad from Midland University. The team competed against Midland University, Briar Cliff University, and Doane College. Ashley Eberly, assistant cheer and dance…

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Prepare for success with “Life after College Boot Camp”

By Hannah Hecht–Are you looking to fill the void in your heart left by the cancellation of classes on Tuesday, Feb. 4? Do you stare at the graduation date on your calendar and wonder if you have the skills to survive in a world outside the boundaries of Peters and Garretson Avenue? Well, look no…

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Sticking to Your New Years Resolutions

By Natalie Waller–Have you ever heard someone say, “It’s a New Year, it’s a new me” after the New Year? Maybe you’ve said it once or twice. People are always making New Year’s resolutions. They commit to being a better person, improving their health, or various other things. But why do people do this year…

Calling all creatives…
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Calling all creatives…

By Hannah Hecht–Calling all creative writers and artists! Pick up your pens, grab your brushes, and open up your word documents because the Morningside College Kiosk literary magazine will be publishing its 76th issue this year. Submissions are open to Morningside students, alumni, faculty, and staff. Acceptable submissions include: art, creative nonfiction, fiction, graphic design, photography,…

Therapy dogs comforting after “Ruff” semester
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Therapy dogs comforting after “Ruff” semester

By Emily Domayer–Students looking for a study break during finals week had a chance to relax with some four-legged friends. The Special Troops Adaptive Riding School (STARS) were on campus Tuesday and Thursday. The STARS program mostly uses horses for its animal therapy, but now it has a K-9 dog program as well. Jean Gill,…

Morningside’s California connection
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Morningside’s California connection

By Hannah Hecht–By the time first-year students arrive on campus for move-in day, most Morningside students are already familiar with the life in the Midwest. However, that was not the case for senior Miguel Beltran, who lived his entire life in Santa Ana, California, before coming to Morningside in August of 2010. “It’s different here,”…

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