The Collegian Reporter – Page 195

Morningside People, News / March 31, 2025 Morningside Celebrates Women of Excellence

By Jaden Carney – On Friday, March 28, 2025, four members of the Morningside University community attended the 40th anniversary of the Siouxland Women’s Aware, Women of Excellence. The Mustangs in attendance were Dr. Leslie Werden, Chair of the Humanities Department; Melissa Nelson, Externship and Internship Coordinator for the Applied Ag and Food Studies Program;...

Arts & Entertainment / March 28, 2025 Faiyaz provides a calming diversion

by Gustavo dos Santos — Larger Than Life by Brent Faiyaz presents a smooth, immersive experience that is ideal for his personal style. Faiyaz, who is well-known for his captivating and reflective lyrics, goes deeper into his typical relaxed vibe to create an album that feels both private and wide. Each song expands time and permits reflection,...

Arts & Entertainment / March 28, 2025 CHROMAKOPIA is a deep dive

by Maron Marcel Guimaraes — Tyler, The Creator’s CHROMAKOPIA album is a 14-track album packed with genre-bending production, interesting lyrics, and Tyler’s signature different flair, offering an immersive listening experience. Right from the jump, CHROMAKOPIA feels like a dive into Tyler’s mind. The opening track, St. Chroma, featuring Daniel Caesar, sets the tone with a...

Morningside People, News / March 25, 2025 How Music Forms the Movie Experience

By Katie Miller – Morningside will host “Experiencing Music in Film” as part of its ongoing Humanities Speaker Series. This discussion will explore the relationship between music and film and how it is used to influence cinematic experiences. This event will take place today, March 25, at 7 p.m. in Weikert Auditorium and will be...

Arts & Entertainment / March 21, 2025 A Rock Sails By is ‘out of this world’

by Gabriel Ruiz — Simultaneously out of this world and profoundly grounded, Sean Grennan’s A Rock Sails By takes audiences on an existential expedition to explore the unknown, the unspoken, and the unidentified. Directed by Russell Wooley, A Rock Sails By follows dry–witted Dr. Lynn Cummings (portrayed by Diana Wooley), a renowned professor and astrophysicist who has the ability...

Arts & Entertainment / March 21, 2025 Morningside Welcomes Young Jazz Musicians

By Thomas Godtland – On March 21 Morningside will host a vibrant fusion of youthful energy and musical talent as middle school students from the surrounding area gather in Eppley Memorial Auditorium. This event, held in the university’s state-of-the-art concert hall, will offer an exciting opportunity for students to experience live music while also gaining...

Sports / March 19, 2025 Men’s Basketball Season Ends in NAIA Second Round Loss

By Katie Miller – The men’s basketball team concluded its 2024-25 season with a second-round loss to Bethel (Ind.) in the NAIA Tournament held in Kansas City. The Mustangs finished with a record of 25-8, falling just one game short of advancing to the championship round. After a successful conclusion to their regular season and...

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Community Connection

By Jordan Heim—On Thursday, April 16, KMSC Fusion 93 held the annual Community Connection in the lobby of Olsen Student Center. The event is designed to allow students and non-profits to come together. Jenni Beaver the public service coordinator for KMSC was in charge of organizing the event. “It’s our chance to invite non-profits onto…

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Fiorina Stops At Morningside College

By Jordan Heim—Former Hewlett-Packard CEO and 2010 California Senate candidate Carly Fiorina spoke to a full UPS auditorium on Tuesday, April 21. Tuesday’s visit marked the second stop on her five day, thirteen-stop tour of Iowa. The last time she was in Iowa was in mid-March for several events. The town hall meeting consisted of…

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Tips For Moving Out of the Dorms

By Dominique Swanson—As finals approach, the imminent doom of moving out of the dorms is also closing in. While summer being here is always a time to celebrate, the process of moving out is never fun. Here are some tips to make the process go a littler smoother and hopefully avoid wanting to rip your…

Arts & Entertainment

Movie Review:The Spectacular Now

By Dominique Swanson–‘The Spectacular Now’ is a drama/romance that stars Miles Teller as a party-loving senior in high school whose girlfriend just dumped him. After a night of getting blackout drunk, he meets the character played by Shailene Woodley, a ‘nice-girl’ type who has a completely different lifestyle than his own. This film follows these…

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The End of Hidden Hall

The big Dimmitt Hall renovation is swiftly approaching and with it will come the end of the famous ‘Hidden Hall.’ Hidden Hall is located on the west side of Dimmitt, which is currently the girl’s side of the building. The nickname is a result of the unusual detachment of the hall from the rest of…

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Palmer Student Research Symposium

By Kayla Samek—Bright and early at 7:30 on Wednesday, April 15th Provost Bill Deeds of Morningside College gave opening remarks for the 33rd annual Maud Adams Nursing Symposium and the 12th annual Palmer Student Research Symposium. The day is dedicated to presentation of original student research from all fields of study. The symposium also featured…