News / September 9, 2026 Mustang Football Kicks off Season Against Top GPAC Rivals

By Cameron Hamilton – Football season is in full swing, but this year is different from most: the Mustangs not only opened the season with Benedictine, who was ranked #3 at the time, but also with local rivals the Northwestern Red Raiders (week 1) and the Dordt Defenders (week 3). These early games can decide...

News / September 3, 2026 Construction Near Elwood Olsen Stadium Brings Temporary Parking Changes to Campus

by Tayden VanPelt – Students and visitors returning to Morningside University this fall may notice construction and parking changes near Elwood Olsen Stadium. The construction is part of the Pulaski Drainage Improvement Project, which began in June and is expected to be completed by mid-September. Pulaski Park consists of 32 acres of recreational land made...

News / September 2, 2026 Meet Annette McNamara, Student Activities Coordinator on Campus

By Doreen Mshana – Morningside Activities Council (MAC) has a new face: Annette McNamara, the new student activities coordinator. Originally from Ackley, Iowa, McNamara spent years living across the country, with stops in California, the Lake of the Ozarks, and Nashville. She spent five years traveling 80,000 miles in a converted school bus while running...

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)...

Mustang women in final four (photos)
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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)
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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
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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…

App Review: Walkr
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App Review: Walkr

By Kayla Perkins—For those looking for a fun reason to walk more, Walkr is the app for you. From the creators of Plant Nanny, Walkr is a GPS-based pedometer health game that is powered by the number of steps you take a day. The game uses the steps taken during the day and converts them…

The Dress
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The Dress

By Kayla Perkins—The latest news going viral on the internet is The Dress. The Dress is special in that it is never the same color, and is always changing for those who look at it. The image became viral online with the debate over whether it was white and gold or blue and black. The…

Sioux City On A Budget
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Sioux City On A Budget

By Dominique Swanson–At first glance it may seem like there is not a lot to do in Sioux City, especially on a tight budget, but if you dig a little deeper, there are some fun opportunities. Long Lines Family Rec Center offers a few different services including large courts for different sporting activities but most…

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