The Collegian Reporter – Page 155

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...

Sports

Track Team Holds Intersquad Meet (Video)

(3.24.17) By Jaden Lux – The Morningside track team tested their abilities against each other in their annual Intersquad meet this week. View some highlights from the intersquad with the link below: The Mustangs took part in a variety of events that started on Monday and concluded Tuesday at Elwood-Olsen Stadium. Athletes competed in both…

Features, Morningside People

Morningside Alumni Retell 1965 Selma to Montgomery March Experiences

(03.24.2017) By Rachel Potter — Morningside College hosted a Selma showing, followed by a panel discussion with three Morningside alumni, Margie Weiss, Donna Speak, and Gordon Watson who took part in the 1965 march from Selma to Montgomery lead by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The three alumni shared their memories from fifty-two years ago. Watson…

Arts & Entertainment

John Wick: Chapter 2 Movie Review

(03.23.2017) By Austin Brunick –In 2014 John Wick was one of the best action movies of the year, using choreographed fight scenes to make John, played by Keanu Reeves, dance across the screen. Fans of the film have long awaited the sequel, directed by Chad Stahelski, but did John Wick: Chapter 2 live up to…

News

Nursing Professor Emphasizes Non-Judgmental Attitudes Towards Patients

(3.21.17) By Lindsey Smith – Obesity across the world, especially in the United States, has caused waves in the way the medical field views health issues. Medical schooling is the same. Nursing students react more negatively to obese patients than those that are normal weight, but feel confident they can help their patient be healthier….

Morningside People

Siouxland Choirs Receive Standing Ovation at Heritage of American Folk Music Concert

(03.21.2017) By Tabatha Storesund — The choirs of Morningside College and Siouxland sang at a concert on Sunday, March 19, 2017, receiving a standing ovation for their performance. The concert was the Heritage of American Folk Music Concert, taking place in Morningside’s Eppley Auditorium. The choirs in this concert were the Morningside College Choir, the Siouxland…