The Collegian Reporter – Page 113

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

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 Oscar...

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, Culture, Features, Photo / March 24, 2026 Building History: Charles City Hall

By Gabriel Ruiz — The story of the building known now as Charles City begins, as all timeless classics do, with a real estate scheme. The building’s development was spearheaded and funded by Edwin C. Peters (1836–1917), a Pennsylvania attorney and Civil War marshal who made his first arrival to Sioux City in 1870. Peters...

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

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 the men’s team has...

Editorials

From Home Life to College Life

by Mari Pizzini-The decision to attend college is life-changing and often terrifying. Transitioning into college life is said to be one of life’s hardest changes. Moving away from home, getting to know new people, and experiencing greater responsibility all affect the college transition. As the 2019-2020 school year has begun, freshmen are settling into life…

Sports

Homecoming win (photos)

Homecoming is always better with a football win. Morningside came through with a big 51-29 victory over Midland. [Click here for a game recap.]

Sports

Cross country ready to focus at Greeno

by Mackenzie Bennett–Morningside’s cross country teams are headed to Lincoln, Nebraska, to compete in the Woody Greeno Invitational Saturday, Sept. 21. The teams are looking forward to the meet. Senior Clare Kortlever, who competed in the NAIA Outdoor Track and Field National Championship, said, “We had a great first race, and we are really starting…

Arts & Entertainment

MTV’s Awkward is slightly believable

by Mari Pizzini–High school can either be the time of your life, or four years of crazy misadventures. Many have even gone as far as to say that the high school years are the peak years. But have these people forgotten the crazy, uncomfortable, awkward times of high school? MTV’s mid-2010’s show, Awkward, goes about reminding…

News, Sports

Morningside swim team hosting Mustang Relays fundraiser

by Abby Koch–Morningside swim team is hosting their first ever Mustang Relays fundraiser event this Friday at 7PM. The relays is an opportunity for students to prove their speed in the water and help the team with expenses. The swim team’s goal, with both individual and team relays, is to see who is the fastest…

News

King and queen crowned at 2019 coronation (photos)

photos by Abby Koch and Ross Fuglsang–Diego Marquez and Emma Gerber were crowned as Morningside’s 2019 homecoming king and queen. Gerber was unable to receive her crown due to a volleyball game. Congratulations to Marquez and Gerber, along with the rest of homecoming court.