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, 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...

Mustangs blank BCU 56-0 (photos)
Sports

Mustangs blank BCU 56-0 (photos)

Morningside gave Briar Cliff a big dose of reality Saturday (9.22), blanking the Chargers 56-0. Both teams came into the game 3-0, but the second-ranked Mustangs ran up 535 yards of total offense in the one-sided contest. (More game story here)

Guns weigh heavy on education majors
News

Guns weigh heavy on education majors

By Maggie Ganley–Many people have concerns about life after college. For some, it’s where they want to settle down. For others, it’s what career path they want to pursue. For students graduating with a Bachelor of Education degree, it’s the concern of whether or not they will be part of a school shooting. There have…

Swan to leave Charles City in December
News

Swan to leave Charles City in December

by Maggie Ganley–Morningside College will be losing a beloved staff person, Sherry Swan, at the end of this semester. Swan has been the administrative assistant in Charles City for the last ten years. She will be officially leaving the department this December. Morningside was a part of her upbringing, and because of the students, the…

Meinen, the Professional Band Kid.
Morningside People

Meinen, the Professional Band Kid.

  by Jesseca Ormond – Tara Meinen chose Morningside College to study Instrumental Music Education because of its size, bands and available scholarships. “They gave me enough scholarships to make the debt less crushing than other schools. I also like the small campus, the band director Shane Macklin, and the opportunities for jazz and marching…

1 … 131 132 133 134 135 … 318

Searching