Campus Life, Culture, Features, Photo / March 24, 2026 History Of: Charles City

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 was the pioneer settler...

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...

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...

Campus Life, Morningside People, Opinion / February 4, 2026 Students Help Shape Morningside’s AI Future

By Maron Guimarães – Some of the brightest ideas don’t come from large committees or outside consultants; they come directly from a group of students in the classroom. During fall 2025 and spring 2026, students in the Marketing Research and Marketing Campaigns classes worked on a project focused on one main question: How can Morningside...

News, Sports / January 30, 2026 Midseason Checkup: Can Morningside Basketball make a tournament run?

By Gabe Schreck – With roughly three-quarters of the season complete, the Morningside men’s and women’s basketball teams are beginning to establish their direction heading into postseason play. The men currently sit at 15–5 overall and 12–1 in GPAC play, while the women hold an 11–10 overall record and are 6–9 in conference action. Much...

Big wins on the field, court (Homecoming)
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Big wins on the field, court (Homecoming)

by Mitch Kellogg–It wouldn’t be a proper Homecoming without the Mustangs capping off an amazing week of fun–filled activities with football game victory at Elwood–Olsen Stadium. The Mustangs faced off with the Dakota Wesleyan Tigers, whose high powered offense is one of the top in the nation. Though our own Morningside Mustangs are also one…

Into the Streets unites the community
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Into the Streets unites the community

by Rachael Arnts–Just like that, another Morningside Into the Streets day has come and gone. Though it was not an actual Homecoming event, it still brought the campus together. While it was an enjoyable day for students and faculty to get out of classes, the organizers of the event were finally able to catch their…

Harpenau and Nieland take the crowns
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Harpenau and Nieland take the crowns

by Lindsey Smith — Matthew Nieland and Madison Harpenau were crowned Homecoming King and Queen after the talent show Tuesday night. Candidates for King included Chad Berg, Brian Vander Berg, Logan Anderson, Connor Niles, and Matthew Nieland. Queen candidates were Madison Braun, Shaley McDermott, Mara Amsberry, Marisa Christie, and Madison Harpenau. Both king and queen…

Students enjoy furry friends
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Students enjoy furry friends

by Christina Vazquez–To kick off the events of Homecoming Week, the Morningside Activities Council (MAC) held an extreme pet therapy session to the delight of Morningside students. The event had a wide variety of animals, from more typical pets like a rabbit and pig, as well as more exotic animals, including a snake, a skunk,…

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MAC makes Homecoming splash

by Shelby Small–When you think of Homecoming, maybe only a football game and maybe a coronation come to mind, but not at Morningside. Every year the Morningside Activities Council (MAC) holds a wide range of events during homecoming week that are open to all students. These events are aimed at getting students excited about the…

KMSC participates in College Radio Day
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KMSC participates in College Radio Day

by Rachael Arnts–Last Friday, 18 mass communication students participated in College Radio Day. Each year, the College Radio Foundation hosts and encourages college radio stations across the country to participate in this one-day event. This was Morningside’s first year participating in the event. From 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Morningside students broadcasted live on the college’s…

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