by Jesseca Ormond–According to Laura Garcia, Jesus Cendejas’ journey in life “is to be spiritual, connected and helpful.” The International Student Association president sees her advisor as “one of the most transparent individuals” that she knows. Jesus Cendejas, originally from California, says it was a step of faith coming to Morningside College. “In all respects,…
Combating the ‘Sophomore Slump’
by Alyssa Nehring–Across the nation, college sophomores are experiencing the “sophomore slump.” This is a period that most second-year students go through without even recognizing it. The sophomore slump is defined as a time of developmental confusion. Morningside College has created the Second Year Experience program to combat the sophomore slump and help students…
Mustangs overpower BC (photos)
The Morningside men continued their unbeaten ways against Briar Cliff, topping the Chargers 99-85. The win put the teams in a tie atop the GPAC standings. Read the full story HERE. The Mustang women also defended their home court with a 93-70 win over the Chargers. Morningside is now 18-7 overall, 10-4 in the GPAC….
Grant Turner: King of naps
by Joey Volquartsen–A group of prospective students walk through the lobby of Eppley Auditorium on their campus tour when they spot Grant Turner, a sophomore, napping on one of the couches. The student ambassador has to think quickly about how he will address the unusual sight, as its not part of the tour. “Well, as…
Mustangs dump Doane twice (photos)
Morningside took both ends of a mens-womens basketball doubleheader Saturday. The men, now 7-2 in the GPAC and ranked 9th nationally, bested the Tigers 80-69. Read the story HERE. The women got off to a hot start and never looked back in an 86-59 win. Read the story HERE. Both teams take on Mount Marty…
Mustangs sweep Red Raiders (photos)
Morningside’s nationally ranked women’s basketball team rolled to its seventh win in a row with a 76-65 triumph against No. 15 Northwestern on Wednesday in Sioux City. Read the rest of the story HERE. Fifteenth-ranked Morningside shot 55.6 percent from the field and held high scoring Northwestern to its lowest offensive output of the season…










