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...

Friday is Writing Day
News

Friday is Writing Day

By Jenni Beaver—Friday is Writing Day is an event meant to encourage Morningside students and faculty to look at literature with a hunger to know more. On March 13, this special event was taken in a different direction. In honor of the upcoming play, Into the Woods, being put on by Morningside’s theatre department, the…

Mustangs advance to tourney final (photos)
Sports

Mustangs advance to tourney final (photos)

It will be No. 1 Morningside versus No. 3 Concordia in the title game of the 2015 NAIA Division II Women’s Basketball National Tournament. The Mustangs knocked off upset-minded Hastings 66-63 for a shot at their fourth championship. The Bulldogs, in their first national final, beat Briar Cliff 72-62 in Monday’s nightcap. Game time is 7:05…

Television Review: Greys Anatomy
Arts & Entertainment

Television Review: Greys Anatomy

By Dominique Swanson–Grey’s Anatomy is a widely popular ABC series that has been running since 2005. The series depicts the lives of several surgical interns as they progress through hospital residency. This series is currently on its 11th season and continues to deliver drama packed episodes that have you sitting on the edge of your seat…

Mustang women in final four (photos)
Sports

Mustang women in final four (photos)

Morningside’s women’s basketball team will face off against conference rival Hastings Monday (March 16) in the semi-finals of the NAIA Div. II Basketball Tournament. The Mustangs advanced with a 79-62 victory over the University of St. Francis. Hastings bounced St. Xavier in the quarterfinals. GPAC teams fill out the other final four bracket, where Briar…

Gritty! Mustangs outlast OWU (photos)
Sports

Gritty! Mustangs outlast OWU (photos)

Morningside came bakc from 17 down to beat Oklahoma Wesleyan 74-66 in the NAIA Div. II Women’s Basketball Tournament. The next step towards a national championship will be just as difficult. Next up in the quarterfinals is returning national champion University of St. Francis (Indiana). The Mustangs face off against the Cougars Saturday (March 14) at…

The Elevate Conference
Features

The Elevate Conference

By Jenni Beaver—The first ever Elevate Conference went off without a hitch on the last weekend of February. Although the crowd wasn’t the size of Winter Jam, it was a small group of college students who were excited to attend and worship God. Morningside College sophomore, Tracy Oeltjenbruns, enjoyed many aspects of the conference. “The…

1 208 209 210 211 212 318